{"id":51873,"date":"2021-02-19T07:08:38","date_gmt":"2021-02-19T15:08:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artquiltmaker.com\/blog\/?p=51873"},"modified":"2022-04-10T12:06:10","modified_gmt":"2022-04-10T19:06:10","slug":"small-gift-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/artquiltmaker.com\/blog\/2021\/02\/small-gift-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"Small Gift Ideas"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>I originally wrote this to support <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bayareamodernquilting.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bay Area Modern<\/a>&#8216;s various swaps and activities. Once their new website was live, the blog was discontinued. I think this is a useful post (and not just because I wrote it!), so I decided to rewrite it, update it and post it here.<\/p>\n<p>Please note:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>I haven&#8217;t tried all of these patterns<\/li>\n<li>I use affiliate links to support this blog. Please see the full notice at the bottom of the page<\/li>\n<li>Some patterns have a cost<\/li>\n<li>Generally, I have just made lists of ideas. Where I know about a pattern or specific tutorial or project, I have noted it.<\/li>\n<li>Links break. I do check them, but you might need to search. Fortunately, there are usually multiple patterns or tutorials for the same item (or type of item)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Apron<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/artquiltmaker.com\/blog\/2018\/04\/flapper-apron\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flapper Apron<\/a> by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.decadesofstyle.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Decades of Style<\/a>. I have made a number of these aprons. With a few adjustments they come out really well.<\/li>\n<li>Sew4Home&#8217;s Festive Half Apron with Extra Large Pockets <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sew4home.com\/projects\/kitchen-linens\/festive-half-apron-extra-large-pockets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Sewing pattern companies such as McCall&#8217;s, Simplicity and Vogue all have apron patterns. The packets often include multiple styles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Backpack<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Sew4Home&#8217;s Sporty Summer Sling bag <a href=\"https:\/\/sew4home.com\/sporty-summer-sling-bag\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> (this company changes the names of their projects, so if the link doesn&#8217;t work, do a search)<\/li>\n<li>Retro Rucksack <a href=\"http:\/\/radianthomestudio.com\/shop\/retro-rucksack-pdf-pattern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a> from Radiant Home Studio&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Bath bombs <a href=\"http:\/\/www.craftbuds.com\/diy-bath-bombs-with-handmade-beauty-box\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a>&nbsp;<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/sew.sewlikearockstar.com\/downloadable-products\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bionic Gear Bag<\/a><br \/>\nBoard\/ruler bag<br \/>\nBoxy bag<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Snappy boxy pouch <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cloverandviolet.com\/2015\/01\/snappy-boxy-pouch-in-jet-set-by-benartex-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Clover &amp; Violet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Bunting<br \/>\nCamera case wristlet &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/200694154\/camera-case-wristlet-pdf-sewing-pattern?ref=sold_out-13\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a><br \/>\nCamera pouch &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/99733132\/camera-pouch-pdf-sewing-pattern-sew-a?show_sold_out_detail=1&amp;ref=nla_listing_details\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a><br \/>\nCamera strap &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ikatbag.com\/2009\/06\/how-to-make-camera-strap.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> by ikatbags.com<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.byannie.com\/shop\/product\/catch-all-caddy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Catch All Caddy<\/a> by ByAnnie<br \/>\nCar trash bag &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.craftbuds.com\/car-trash-bag-reusable-lunch-bag\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern&nbsp;<\/a><br \/>\nCar ditty bag &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sewcanshe.com\/blog\/2016\/4\/26\/car-diddy-bag-free-sewing-tutorial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><br \/>\nCargo Duffel 2 &#8211; Noodlehead revised <a href=\"http:\/\/www.robertkaufman.com\/quilting\/quilts_patterns\/cargo_duffle_2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> on the Robert Kaufman site&nbsp;<br \/>\nCasserole carrier- Sew Sweetness <a href=\"https:\/\/sewsweetness.com\/2012\/11\/giveaway-and-tutorial-hot-mess.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a><br \/>\nCell phone sling<br \/>\nChanging pad &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lindsaysews.com\/2011\/01\/tutorial-cutesy-folding-changing-pad.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a> (make sure your giftee has a baby!) Might be useful to look at my <a href=\"https:\/\/artquiltmaker.com\/blog\/2019\/10\/vinyl-tips-tricks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">vinyl tips and tricks<\/a> page.<br \/>\nCheckbook cover <a href=\"http:\/\/sewvery.blogspot.com\/2015\/08\/sewvery-simple-checkbook-cover.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from SewVery<br \/>\nClipboard (fabric covered) &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/sewvery.blogspot.com\/2015\/07\/diy-fabric-clipboard.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from SewVery<br \/>\nClutch bag &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cloverandviolet.com\/2015\/05\/color-comfort-zone-the-bella-clutch.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a> from Clover &amp; Violet<br \/>\nCoasters<br \/>\nCoin purse<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cloverandviolet.com\/2011\/06\/ruffle-coin-purse-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Clover &amp; Violet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Cold pack <a href=\"http:\/\/sewvery.blogspot.com\/2014\/09\/sewvery-simple-cold-pack-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from SewVery<br \/>\nComposition book cover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiptobeasquarepodcast.com\/composition-book-cover-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Hip to Be a Square<br \/>\nCraft organizer <a href=\"http:\/\/radianthomestudio.com\/make-craft-organizer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a>&nbsp;<br \/>\nCup holder\/ coffee cozy<br \/>\nCushions \/ Throw <a href=\"https:\/\/artquiltmaker.com\/blog\/tag\/pillows\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pillows<\/a><br \/>\nEPP Travel Kit<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>The Zen of Making <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thezenofmaking.com\/2014\/07\/tutorial-pincushion-english-paper-piecing-travel-kit\/#more-14259\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern and tutorial<\/a>. Make sure you look at the link for the optional pin cushion and other tutorials on EPP.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>eReader \/Tablet bags and cozies<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Book Style Kindle cover <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cloverandviolet.com\/2012\/03\/kindle-cover-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Clover &amp; Violet<\/li>\n<li>eReader sleeve with zipper closure &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.craftbuds.com\/e-reader-sleeves-ipad-or-kindle-cover-pattern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern <\/a><\/li>\n<li>iPad Cover &#8211; (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/182601224\/idea-pouch-pdf-sewing-pattern-ipad-case?ref=shop_home_listings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a> by Michelle Patterns)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Eye pillow \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/artquiltmaker.com\/blog\/?s=eye+mask\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eye mask<\/a><br \/>\nFabric basket (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/501308594\/friends-of-the-hour-basket-pattern?ref=shop_home_feat_2&amp;bes=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">One Hour Basket<\/a>)<br \/>\nFabric boxes<br \/>\nFloor pillow &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/sewvery.blogspot.com\/2014\/02\/cuddle-floor-pillow-tutorial-and.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from SewVery<br \/>\nGarment bag <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sew4home.com\/projects\/storage-solutions\/collegiate-garment-bag-fabric-depot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Sew4Home<br \/>\nGift card holder -Little Wallet <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B003OCZ4W0\/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=artquiltmaker-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B003OCZ4W0&amp;linkId=6e23bf9b38ed412e5ca7f6947e6c2298\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a> from Valori Wells<br \/>\nGlasses case<br \/>\nGrocery bag<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Jane Market Bag\/tote <a href=\"http:\/\/aliciapaulson.com\/products\/jane-market-bag-sewing-pattern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a> by Alicia Paulson<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/92401025\/grocery-bag-pdf-sewing-pattern-tote-bag?ref=shop_home_listings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pattern<\/a> by Michelle Patterns&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Ruby Market Tote <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cloverandviolet.com\/ruby-market-tote\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial <\/a>from Clover &amp; Violet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Hanging toiletry Basket (pattern found in <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3poAoN4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><u>In Stitches<\/u><\/a> book)<br \/>\nHappy Birthday banner<br \/>\nHeating pad\/ rice pack<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/sewvery.blogspot.com\/2013\/01\/a-sewvery-simple-hot-pad-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from SewVery<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/justanotherhangup.blogspot.com\/2010\/12\/rice-filled-heating-pads.html?m=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rice pack tutorial<\/a> from Just Another Hangup<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Holiday banner<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Charm square bunting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiptobeasquarepodcast.com\/boo-bunting-with-charm-squares\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Hip to Be a Square<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Idea pouch (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/182601224\/idea-pouch-pdf-sewing-pattern-ipad-case?ref=shop_home_listings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a> by Michelle Patterns) &#8211; holds notebooks, pens, pencils, etc<br \/>\nIron Caddy<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B009UGKYCO\/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=artquiltmaker-20&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;creativeASIN=B009UGKYCO&amp;linkId=dfffa3368b3a9f2ed676a770f55de6ef\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern by Sisters Common Threads<\/a> &#8211; this one is usually sold with Insulbrite<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/tricountyquilters.weebly.com\/uploads\/3\/0\/2\/4\/3024945\/iron_caddytote.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free version<\/a> from the Tri County Quilters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ironing Board Thread Catcher + Tool Caddy <a href=\"https:\/\/sew4home.com\/ironing-board-thread-catcher-tool-caddy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><br \/>\nJewelry<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Starburst wrapper bracelet <a href=\"http:\/\/fluffyland.com\/blog\/index.php\/starburst-wrapper-bracelet-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Jewelry roll<br \/>\nJournal cover<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Artquiltmaker.com <a href=\"http:\/\/www.artquiltmaker.com\/blog\/aq-projects-tutorials\/aq-tutorials\/journal-cover-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Quilted sketchbook cover <a href=\"http:\/\/radianthomestudio.com\/quilted-sketchbook-cover-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Keychain<br \/>\nLanyard (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.artquiltmaker.com\/blog\/aq-projects-tutorials\/aq-tutorials\/lanyard-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a>)<br \/>\nLight switch plates (covered) &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.craftbuds.com\/covered-light-switch-plates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Craft Buds<br \/>\nLuggage tag <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cloverandviolet.com\/2013\/09\/luggage-tag-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Clover &amp; Violet<br \/>\nManicure roll-up bag <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiptobeasquarepodcast.com\/last-week-gift-idea-manicure-roll-up-caddy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Hip to Be a Square<br \/>\nMask<br \/>\nMini ironing table (<a href=\"http:\/\/quiltbarn.blogspot.com\/2013\/08\/mini-ironing-table-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern\/tutorial<\/a>)<br \/>\nMini quilt \/ wall hanging<br \/>\nMug rug<br \/>\nName tag<br \/>\nNapkins<br \/>\nNeedle safe<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Kantha Stitched Needlebook <a href=\"http:\/\/radianthomestudio.com\/kantha-needle-book\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Sew4Home&#8217;s Full zippered Sewing (&amp; More) Case <a href=\"https:\/\/sew4home.com\/scrapbusters-full-circle-zippered-case-for-sewing-more\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>One Hour Basket (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/listing\/501308594\/friends-of-the-hour-basket-pattern?ref=shop_home_feat_2&amp;bes=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">One Hour Basket<\/a> pattern)<\/p>\n<p>Pattern weights (<a href=\"http:\/\/tearosehome.blogspot.com.au\/2012\/12\/tutorial-pattern-weight-with-free-pdf.html?crlt.pid=camp.139x6fa2CdE7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial\/pattern<\/a>)<br \/>\nPencil case<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/pinkchalkstudioshop.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pencil roll<\/a> (The Pink Chalk version is an excellent pattern)<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>MyPoppet <a href=\"http:\/\/mypoppet.com.au\/makes\/2009\/09\/10-minute-pencil-roll-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">10 Minute Pencil Roll pattern<\/a> using a serger\/overlock stitch<\/li>\n<li>SewCanShe pencil roll <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sewcanshe.com\/blog\/2015\/12\/19\/pretty-colored-pencil-roll-from-burlap-and-lace\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a> &#8211; you don&#8217;t have to&nbsp; use burlap<\/li>\n<li>SewScrumptious felt tip <a href=\"http:\/\/sewscrumptious.blogspot.com\/2012\/09\/felt-tip-pencil-roll-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pencil pouch &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.craftbuds.com\/teacher-appreciation-pencil-pouches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Craft Buds<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>6 free pencil case <a href=\"http:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/free-pencil-case-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">patterns<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Binder pencil case \/ travel pouch <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blogger.com\/null\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a> &#8211; $4.99 on Craftsy<\/li>\n<li>Shark <a href=\"https:\/\/www.craftsy.com\/sewing\/patterns\/shark-pencil-case-pattern\/207341\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pencil case pattern<\/a> &#8211; free from Craftsy&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Standup pen pouch <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ikatbag.com\/2014\/05\/a-better-marker-pouch.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pillowcase<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.artquiltmaker.com\/blog\/2014\/05\/pillowcase-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Artquiltmaker Guide<\/a> to the burrito style pillowcase pattern<\/li>\n<li>Clover &amp; Violet French Seam pillowcase <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cloverandviolet.com\/2012\/07\/french-seam-pillowcase-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Reversible pillowcases <a href=\"http:\/\/www.tidbits-cami.com\/2015\/04\/reversible-pillowcase-tutorial-and-linenspa-memory-foam-pillow-giveaway.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Romantic Floral pillowcase with decorative cuffs <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sew4home.com\/projects\/bed-linens\/romantic-floral-pillowcase-decorative-cuff\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Sew4Home<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Phone sleeve<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Sew With Me Saturday cell phone <a href=\"http:\/\/www.notjustahousewife.net\/2011\/02\/sew-with-me-saturday-ipod-or-phone-case.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern &amp; tutorial<\/a> &#8211;&nbsp; shows how to measure your phone so you can make it the right size<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pincushion<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.patchworkposse.com\/arm-chair-pin-cushion-and-sewing-pocket-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Armchair pincushion <\/a>and sewing pocket pattern&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Pyramid <a href=\"http:\/\/www.quiltscapesqs.com\/p\/chick-pincushion.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chicken pincushion<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Thread catcher\/pin cushion &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lindsaysews.com\/2011\/02\/tutorial-thread-catcher-and-pin-cushion.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Placemats<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hip to be a Square&#8217;s quilted picnic placemats <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hiptobeasquarepodcast.com\/quilted-picnic-placemats-finish-and-a-mini-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Check out the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1604684879\/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1604684879&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=artquiltmaker-20&amp;linkId=HS7RDOOATNP2R2LJ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Make It, Take It book<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Outdoor mini placemat pockets <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sew4home.com\/projects\/table-linens\/outdoor-mini-mats-pockets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a><\/li>\n<li>SewVery&#8217;s reversible placemat <a href=\"http:\/\/sewvery.blogspot.com\/2014\/03\/a-sewvery-simple-reversible-placemat.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Potholders<br \/>\nProject bag<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Betsy Makes Project bag with zippers <a href=\"http:\/\/betsymakes.blogspot.com\/p\/project-bag-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Purse<br \/>\nPurse organizer<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sewcanshe.com\/blog\/2016\/8\/29\/handy-purse-organizer-free-sewing-pattern\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a> by SewSheCan<\/li>\n<li>Sotak Handmade purse organizer <a href=\"https:\/\/sotakhandmade.blogspot.com\/2015\/12\/purse-organizer-new-pdf-pattern.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Remote control organizer<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Remote control organizer pillow &#8211;<a href=\"http:\/\/www.lindsaysews.com\/2011\/02\/mini-tutorial-pillow-for-remote.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Tabletop organizer &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.sewvery.blogspot.com\/2014\/11\/sewvery-simple-remote-control-organizer.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from SewVery<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Sash with Beaded Fringe (pattern found in <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3poAoN4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">In Stitches<\/a> book)<br \/>\nScissor Sheath (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.artquiltmaker.com\/blog\/2014\/07\/scissor-sheath\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a>)<br \/>\nSew Together Bag <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3jSQihw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a><br \/>\nSewing machine cover<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=fiHSXZcItXc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> by Debbie Shore<\/li>\n<li>reversible &#8211; <a href=\"http:\/\/www.craftbuds.com\/reversible-sewing-machine-cover-2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lillyella.com\/2015\/12\/04\/undercover-maker-mat-pattern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Undercover Maker Mat<\/a> by Lillyellasworld &#8211; cover and mat<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artquiltmaker.com\/blog\/2018\/10\/sewing-machine-table-mats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">List<\/a> of mats and covers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Sewing Organizer Bag &#8211; handwork <a href=\"http:\/\/www.handmadiya.com\/2015\/11\/sewing-organizer-bag-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a>&nbsp;<br \/>\nSketchbook cover <a href=\"http:\/\/weallsew.com\/diy-sketchbook-cover\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><br \/>\nSleeping mask&nbsp; (pattern found in <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3poAoN4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">In Stitches<\/a> book)<br \/>\nSofties<br \/>\nStitching folder<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>AllPeopleQuilt.com <a href=\"https:\/\/www.allpeoplequilt.com\/bags-pillows-gifts\/pincushions\/sew-perfect\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sew Perfect project<\/a> by Linda Lum DeBono (you may have to sign up for an account or newsletter to get this project)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Table runner<br \/>\nTablet cover\/stand<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Inspired Wren <a href=\"https:\/\/theinspiredwren.blogspot.com\/2014\/05\/tutorial-prop-up-tablet-case.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tablet cover stand<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Tea cozy<br \/>\nTissue box cover <a href=\"http:\/\/www.craftbuds.com\/fabric-tissue-box-cover\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a> from Craft Buds (you might want to include a box of tissues so the giftee knows the size)&nbsp;<br \/>\nTissue holder<br \/>\nTote bag<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Thread Box and Sewing Caddy &#8211; Sew4Home <a href=\"https:\/\/sew4home.com\/aurifil-thread-box-and-sewing-kit-carrying-case\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Beach Tote <a href=\"http:\/\/radianthomestudio.com\/beach-tote-tutorial\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Craft Buds tote bag <a href=\"http:\/\/www.craftbuds.com\/tutorial-totes-big-and-small\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Hand stamped tote bag <a href=\"http:\/\/radianthomestudio.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=4278&amp;action=edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Pepper tote <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cloverandviolet.com\/2015\/02\/the-pepper-tote-free-pattern.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a> from Clover &amp; Violet<\/li>\n<li>Reversible tote <a href=\"http:\/\/www.ikatbag.com\/2009\/05\/reversible-tote-hands-free-version.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Water bottle tote <a href=\"https:\/\/radianthomestudio.com\/hand-stamped-tote-bag-upgrade\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Wallet<br \/>\nWater bottle strap<br \/>\nWrist pin cushion<br \/>\nZipper bag<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Zipper pocket tutorial <a href=\"http:\/\/radianthomestudio.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=4278&amp;action=edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">pattern<\/a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Zipper pouch<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li>Triple zip pouch (<a href=\"http:\/\/aquilterstable.blogspot.ca\/2012\/08\/triple-zip-pouch-tutorial.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">tutorial<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There are numerous other resources with multiple projects, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/1603424490\/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1603424490&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=artquiltmaker-20&amp;linkId=IG4AMCFDJTHS2QJX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">One Yard Wonder book<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Apple Green Cottage <a href=\"https:\/\/www.applegreencottage.com\/category\/sewing\/tutorials\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free tutorials<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.flamingotoes.com\/2015\/08\/29-cute-and-colorful-fat-quarter-projects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flamingo Toes blog<\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/tipnut.com\/scrap-happy-fabric-scrap-ideas-free-patterns\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">50 ideas on Tipnut<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Clover &amp; Violet has a <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cloverandviolet.com\/free-patterns\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">long list of free patterns<\/a> with appealing pictures<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3poAoN4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">In Stitches<\/a> (book) by Amy Butler&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>Lindsay Sews <a href=\"https:\/\/lindsaysews.com\/category\/tutorial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tutorials &amp; Projects&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/michellepatterns.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Michelle Patterns<\/a> clutches and purse patterns&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>**I use affiliate links and may be paid for your purchase of an item when you click on an item link in my post. 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