Quick and Easy Last Minute Gift Ideas

I’m sure that none of you are like us and are really good at completing your holiday gift list in advance.  There’s no rushing at the last minute for someone that you might have missed. But in case any of you do need some easy last-minute ideas, we’ve combed the internet and put together a great list to choose from. These gift ideas also work great for teacher gifts, stocking stuffers, or just a little something extra for under the tree. You can also pair them with other items to create a fun gift box. Make a hotpad to go with bakewear and a cookbook, buy a pack of stickers to combine with a sticker book, whip up a zipper case to go along with headphones and an iTunes gift card, and so much more. 

 

We’ve organized our finds by category so it’s easy to locate something for everyone you need.

For your artist

• On the go art tote: https://blog.michaelmillerfabrics.com/2018/12/last-minute-gift-blog-hop-guest-post-by.html?m=1
• Pencil and notebook case: https://www.deenarutter.com/sewing-with-kate-pencil-and-notebook-case-tutorial/
• Crayon folder: https://www.polkadotchair.com/crayon-folder-tutorial/

For your tea/coffee/hot chocolate lover

• Reusable tea bags: http://lillyella.blogspot.com/2009/05/crafting-reusable-tea-bags_19.html
• Scented mug mats: https://hearthandvine.com/handmade-mug-mats/
• Quilted mug cozy: https://www.theyellowbirdhouse.com/quilted-fabric-coffee-cozy-tutorial/
• Laminated mug rug: http://madebychrissied.blogspot.com/2012/10/tutorial-laminated-mug-rug.html

For your reader

• Bookmark: https://hellocreativefamily.com/5-minute-fabric-scrap-bookmark-sewing-tutorial-perfect-for-beginners-or-kids/
• Pocket book mark: http://www.threadridinghood.com/wordpress/made-by-me-monday-the-pocket-bookmark-tutorial/

For your crafter

• Fabric storage bin: https://www.polkadotchair.com/sewing-project-fabric-basket-tutorial/
• Needle book: https://nanacompany.typepad.com/nanacompany/2011/10/needlebook-tutorial-by-nanacompany.html
• Thread catcher: http://www.thesewingchick.com/2014/05/tutorial-quilt-as-you-go-thread-catcher.html/
• Cactus pin cushion: https://abeautifulmess.com/2015/07/cactus-pincushion-diy.html

For your chef 

• Reusable paper towels: https://ablossominglife.com/diy-unpaper-towels-tutorial
• Hot pad: http://quiltingdigest.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/MBS-herringbone-hot-pads.pdf
• Pineapple oven mitts: https://abeautifulmess.com/2016/07/sew-your-own-pineapple-oven-mitts.html

For your little ones

• Mickey Mouse earbud pouch: https://www.polkadotchair.com/mickey-mouse-inspired-earbuds-pouch-sewing-pattern/
• Baby doll blanket: https://www.polkadotchair.com/baby-doll-receiving-blanket-pattern/
• Crinkle ribbon toy: https://so-sew-easy.com/crinkle-ribbon-toy-babies/#_a5y_p=2573295
• I Spy bag: https://www.peekaboopages.com/2014/12/last-minute-gifts-toddlers.html
• Kids wallet: http://zaaberry.blogspot.com/2013/12/in-snap-kids-wallet-tutorial.html
• Frilly apron: https://app.box.com/s/dfx3p8fsra5kxp1uread1r1p86uabdry
• Sticker book: http://www.2littlehooligans.com/2010/07/30/sticker-book-obsessed/
• Patchwork ball: https://whileshenaps.com/2014/08/patchwork-ball.html
• Baby rattle: https://makeit-loveit.com/sew-plush-rattle-baby-bunny-cat-mouse
• Mary jane shoes: https://thestitchingscientist.com/2013/08/classic-skid-free-baby-mary-jane-shoes-tutorial-and-free-pattern.html
• Fabric flower headband: https://www.welcometothemousehouse.com/2012/06/fabric-flower-headband-tutorial.html
• Fabric headband: https://www.aliceandlois.com/diy-fabric-headband-tutorial-handmade-gift-series/

For your teens and pre-teens

• Ear bud pouch: https://blog.dogundermydesk.com/2011/11/circle-zip-earbud-pouch-tutorial/
• Pom pom clutch: https://www.polkadotchair.com/lilly-pulitzer-inspired-pom-pom-clutch/
• Bow front clutch: https://www.polkadotchair.com/bow-front-clutch-sewing-tutorial/
• Coin pouch: http://quiltingismorefunthanhousework.blogspot.com/2015/01/oh-scrap-not-so-dramatic-life-coin.html
• Cord keeper: http://leafytreetopspot.blogspot.com/2013/05/tutorial-diy-cord-keeper-from-fabric.html
• Bow tote: https://lilluna.com/easy-diy-bow-tote-tutorial/
• Embellished zip pouch: https://www.polkadotchair.com/embellished-zip-pouch-tutorial/

For the hard to buy for

• Bow tie patchwork pillow: https://www.polkadotchair.com/bow-tie-patchwork-pillow-tutorial/
• Heating pad: https://thegreenwife.com/2010/04/02/heating-pad-tutorial/
• Headache eye mask: https://wholefully.com/soothing-headache-eye-mask/
• Handwarmer: https://raeannkelly.com/a-little-cozy-goes-a-long-way-and-a-hand-warmer-diy/
• Sunglass case: https://swoodsonsays.com/sew-simple-sunglasses-case-pocket/
• Messenger bag: https://www.applegreencottage.com/2018/10/messenger-bag-pattern.html
• Chapstick cozy: http://www.littlebitfunky.com/2012/10/20-minute-crafter-chapstick-cozy-five.html?m=1
• Envelope clutch: https://www.bhg.com/crafts/sewing/accessories/push-the-envelope/
• Fabric wallet: https://www.sewsomestuff.com/2014/08/diy-wallet-tutorial-sewing-project.html
• Hand sanitizer holder: https://lemonsqueezyhome.com/2010/12/hand-sanitizer-holder-tutorial.html
• Coin purse: http://sewspoiled.blogspot.com/2012/05/coin-purse-tutorial-for-teacher-gifts.html

For the traveler

• Laptop sleeve clutch: https://www.polkadotchair.com/diy-laptop-sleeve-clutch/
• Business card holder: https://blog.treasurie.com/diy-business-card-holder/
• Card holder: https://www.getasquiltingstudio.com/2015/12/card-holder-tutorial.html
• On the go organizer: https://crazylittleprojects.com/go-organizer-tutorial/
• Cosmetic bag: https://mypoppet.com.au/makes/zippered-wash-bag-pattern-make-a-gift-from-one-mother-to-another/
• Jewelry roll: http://haberdasheryfun.com/diy-projects/diy-make-a-mini-jewelry-roll

For the man in your life

• Man’s wallet: https://www.thesewingdirectory.co.uk/mans-wallet-project/
• Travel bag: https://www.thesewingdirectory.co.uk/wipe-clean-washbag/
• Tool bucket tote: https://sew4home.com/projects/storage-solutions/round-heavy-duty-bucket-tote
• Demin tablet case: https://vickymyerscreations.co.uk/tutorial-2/upcycled-denim-tablet-case-quick-diy-gift/
• Zippered travel pouch: https://weallsew.com/how-to-make-a-zippered-travel-pouch-for-dad/ 

We hope you enjoy this list and find something you would love to make for those you love! If you have any favorite last minute gift tutorials, please comment below! We’d love to see all the fun things you enjoy making for the special people in your life and maybe we’ll find something new we need to have as well!