25 Gifts to Sew for Adults • Heather Handmade

Get inspired to create with one of these handmade gifts to sew for adults. There’s something for everyone with these easy sewing projects.

Do you have adult children, coworkers, and neighbors that you are giving to this year? It can get tricky when giving to adults because you want the handmade gift to be useful and not take up too much of your time.

Check out this list of gifts to sew for adults with something for everyone on your list. A lot of these sewing projects are made with floral or feminine fabric (because I am a girl and often sew for myself) so you have to think of these made with solid or masculine fabrics to see who they will work for.

Why sew handmade gifts?

They are unique and custom. You can choose fabrics and colors that the recipient loves which shows that you thought about them. It could fill a need in a way that a store bought item can’t fill. You can also add a name to personalize it even more.
They can be more affordable than store bought gifts. Depending on what you have in your sewing area, you can make handmade gifts cheaper than store bought gifts. It can honestly go both ways with cost, so you have to be intentional about how you spend your money to get the most gifts from your money.
They are a great way to show your love and appreciation. Whenever I make a gift, I think about the love being poured into the item I make it. You can show lots of love with a handmade gift because it shows the time you thought about and effort you put into creating for the recipient.

What is a PDF sewing pattern?

A PDF pattern is a sewing pattern designed on the computer and organized so that it can be printed on several letter or A4 size pieces of paper.

I love using PDF sewing patterns because if the pattern gets ruined or if my children or I changed sizes, I can always print it again. It’ll never be destroyed since I have a digital version!

How do you use a PDF sewing pattern?

Open the PDF on a computer and click print. When printing make sure that the scaling is set to 100% or no scaling so that the pattern prints at the correct size.

Once the pattern is printed it can be taped together to get the full size. Then the pattern can be cut for each pattern piece size or individual sizes can be traced so that the pattern can be used again and again. Learn how to use PDF sewing patterns.

Try one of these great sewing projects:

Gifts to Sew for Adults

DIY Flannel Blanket

Learn how to make a DIY flannel blanket that is a perfect throw blanket. This beginner sewing projects is a quick sew and makes a great gift!

How to Sew DIY Hand Warmers

Learn how to sew DIY hand warmers with flannel fabric. It’s easy to make several, fill them up with rice, and give them as handmade gifts.

Easy Bookmarks to Sew with a Free Pattern

Check out these easy bookmarks to sew with a free sewing pattern. These four bookmarks use scraps of fabric for a quick beginner sewing project!

How to Make a Bowl Cozy: Two Ways!

Learn how to make a bowl cozy with batting and fabric scraps. Bowl cozies are quick and easy to make and they are great handmade gifts. Bowl cozies are so fun to use.

Free Double Oven Mitt Sewing Pattern

Learn how to make a double oven mitt with a free sewing pattern. This kitchen sewing project can be a large hot pad and makes a great gift.

How to Make a Minky Blanket

Learn how to make a minky blanket with two pieces of minky fabric. This is a great beginner sewing project perfect for gifts.

How to Sew a Jar Opener

Learn how to sew a jar opener to make opening jars easier. This beginner sewing project is great for the kitchen and is a quick gift.

Sew a Clear Vinyl Zipper Pouch

Learn how to sew a clear vinyl zipper pouch with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project is great for organizing!
For anyone that loves to attend games and events, they often need to have a clear bag to get through security. This clear bag is perfect for that!

How to Make an Infinity Scarf

Learn how to make an infinity scarf with knit fabric. This beginner sewing project makes a great accessory and a great handmade gift!

DIY Tote Bag with Fold Up Pocket

Learn how to make a DIY tote bag with a fold up pocket. With the reusable bag folded up in a pocket it's easy to store in a purse or car until needed.

How to Make a Cheater Quilt

Learn how to make a cheater quilt that is fast, easy, and you can use any striped or plaid fabric. A cheater quilt is perfect for gifts!

Free Fleece Hat Pattern

Learn how to make a winter fleece hat with a free sewing pattern. This pattern comes in child, teen, and adult sizes for the whole family.

How to Sew a Zipper Pouch

Learn how to sew a zipper pouch with a free sewing pattern. This easy sewing project is great for beginners and makes a great handmade gift!

DIY Floor Pouf with Free Sewing Pattern

Learn how to make a DIY floor pouf with beautiful fabric and a free sewing pattern for the perfect footrest. This easy sewing project is great for the home and a gift.

Free Box Zipper Pouch Sewing Pattern

Learn to make a box zipper pouch with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project is a great toiletry bag for travel or organizing!

Free Mitten Sewing Pattern for Fleece

Learn how to make fleece mittens with a free sewing pattern. It comes in children, teen, and adult sizes and is a great handmade gift! There’s something cute and special about mittens.

Free Tote Bag Sewing Pattern

Learn how to make a tote bag with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing pattern is a great way to carry all your essentials.

Free Balaclava Sewing Pattern

Learn how to make a balaclava with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project uses fleece or sweatshirting in kids and adults sizes.

DIY Flannel and Sherpa Blanket

Learn how to make a DIY flannel and sherpa blanket for a cozy handmade gift. This easy sewing project uses fabric and just a sewing machine!

How to Make a Triangle Scarf

Learn how to make a triangle scarf with just a yard of fabric and some tassels or pompoms. This is a great beginner sewing project that makes the perfect gift!

How to Sew a Coaster

Learn how to sew a coaster with a free sewing pattern. This beginner sewing project is a great handmade gift that uses up your scrap fabric.

Free Bucket Hat Sewing Pattern

Learn how to make a bucket hat with a free sewing pattern in baby, child, and adult sizes. This beginner sewing project is great for summer!

Easy DIY Pencil Pouch

Learn how to sew an easy DIY pencil pouch with scraps of fabric, a zipper, and a free sewing pattern. This is a great beginner sewing project!

How to Make a Tote Bag with Leather Handles // heatherhandmade.com

How to Make a Tote With Leather Handles

Learn how to make a tote bag with leather handles. This beginner sewing project looks great and is perfect for carrying your essentials!

DIY Fleece Blanket: 6 Different Ways

Learn how to make a DIY fleece blanket six different ways. Each version is a finish for the sides and is either a sew or no-sew tutorial.

DIY Infinity Scarf with a Pocket

Learn how to make a DIY infinity scarf with a pocket perfect for giving. Use an invisible zipper for this sewing project for a hidden pocket!

If you make something using this sewing project, I’d love to see! Please share it on social media with the hashtag #heatherhandmade and tag me!