Rockin Robin Christmas Bunting: These cheeky little robins are simple and fun to make from felt – string them along a cord to make birdy bunting, or hang them individually from the tree
Winter Owl Decorations: These make perfect tree decorations, or you could add dried lavender or cinnamon to these owls to fill your home with a festive aroma
Penguin Bath Puppet: Not only can this critter scrub all the grubbiness off, but it might also inspire an impromptu bathtime puppet show!
Christmas Gifts to Sew for Children
Snoopy Cuddly Toy: Sew your very own Snoopy with this easy-to-follow softie pattern
Snowman Advent Calendar: This cheery character appears each year to say ‘Christmas is coming!’ to excited children and grown-ups alike
Darling Deer: This adorable deer toy is easy to sew using soft cotton fabric and would make a sweet gift. There are two pretty patchwork dresses to make too, perfect for using up scraps!
Patchwork Christmas Stocking: Make a striped stocking using patchwork patterned fabric trimmed with pompoms to create your own family heirloom
Christmas Gifts to Sew for Friends
Fat Quarter Kindling Bag: Make this sturdy bag to store kindling close to hand. Its bold, graphic fabric and the angle of the handles give it a strong look.
Home Sweet Home: This little cross stitch and patchwork pillow takes inspiration from traditional house and garden samplers, with an easy-to-follow cross stitch chart and pretty fabric borders
Cross-stitched Christmas Tableware: Extend the enchantment to your table by taking as much care over the presentation as with the cooking with these adorable animals, embroidered onto cutlery pouches
Quilted Christmas Tree Table Mats: Add a modern, fresh look to your Christmas dining table with these quilted placemats made with strips of ribbon