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[Let's Make It with a Sewing Machine!] Gift Ideas That Will Delight

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Perfect for those who love sewing with a sewing machine!

Here are gift ideas you can make using a sewing machine.

We’ve gathered items you can make as gifts for friends and family, tokens of appreciation for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, and school entry items you might like to make for your grandchildren.

If you want to give a gift but aren’t sure what to choose, we hope this will serve as inspiration.

There are also tutorial videos available, so beginners are welcome to give it a try!

[Let's Make It with a Sewing Machine!] Gift Ideas That Will Be Appreciated (11–20)

knapsack

How to make a lined gym clothes bag with gusset (drawstring backpack type) with contrasting panel / with handle / changing clothes bag / large size / can be carried over a school backpack

knapsack

Many people buy knapsacks as part of preparing for elementary school entrance.

They also make great gifts, so why not try making one? Sew handles made from the same fabric as the lining onto the outer fabric.

Place the outer and lining fabrics right sides together, sew the top and bottom edges, then rotate the fabric so the seam sits at the center.

Insert a ring for the drawstring between the layers of the lining, leave an opening in the lining for turning, and leave a channel opening at the top edge of the outer fabric, then sew the outer fabric and lining together.

If you want a gusset, trim the bottom corners and sew them together to form it.

Turn the bag right side out, close the opening, thread the cord through, and you’re done.

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A pot holder that also serves as a trivet

How to Make Round Pot Holders: Easy and Cute, Also Work as Trivets and Pot Mats

A pot holder that also serves as a trivet

This is about making a handy item: a round piece of fabric with slits that can be used both as a trivet and as a pot holder.

First, prepare three pieces of fabric cut into circles.

Use one as the base, and the other two as parts that will create gaps.

To showcase the pattern while adding thickness, fold those two pieces in half, sew them, and then attach them to the base.

If the left and right sides fit together too tightly, it will be hard to use as a pot holder, so it’s best to attach them with a slight gap.

You can create originality through different fabric combinations.

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apron

How to Make an Apron Without a Pattern / Adjustable Shoulder Straps / Adult Size (with correction notes)

apron

From cooking to gardening, there are many times when we wear aprons.

Even if you own several, aprons are useful in so many situations that they make great gifts people are happy to receive.

A handmade apron would be appreciated even more, since it carries the maker’s personal touch.

There are also ways to make aprons without using a pattern.

It can be fun to get creative with designs like café-style aprons or dress-style aprons.

And of course, the recipient can enjoy a stylish daily life with a lovely apron, just like enjoying fashion.

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clasp coin purse

[Using Seria’s clasp frames] How to make a clasp-frame coin purse

clasp coin purse

These cute, retro-style clasp purses aren’t just for money—you can also use them as small pouches for accessories.

Since you make them with a kit, it’s easy: just follow the written steps.

Cut the fabric to match the pattern, sew it with a machine, turn it inside out, attach the clasp frame, and you’re done.

You’ll use two types of fabric for the outer and inner layers, so your choice of designs can add originality.

It’s also a good idea to pick fabrics that match the clasp hardware.

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In conclusion

How did you like these gift ideas you can make with a sewing machine? Did you find any ideas that look doable even for beginners? Even with the same idea, changing the fabric or pattern can completely change the feel.

Have fun mixing and matching fabrics as you make them!