12 Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Sewers
If you’re looking for some fun ideas to gift your sewing friends this holiday, this gift guide is for you! 12 stocking stuffer ideas for sewers from 12 awesome Etsy shops!
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The holiday season is officially upon us! Yay! Today I have a really fun roundup of amazing stocking stuffer ideas for sewers. If you have friends and family who love sewing – this list is for you! I’ve rounded up a dozen gift ideas from some of my favorite Etsy shops.
I love shopping on Etsy and supporting small businesses – especially at Christmastime! Reading the shop bios and hearing about how their business started is one of my favorite parts. When it comes to shopping for sewing-themed gifts, you’ll find unique one-of-a-kind pieces and a terrific selection of sewing notions.
For even more ideas you can check out some of Etsy’s gift guides, like this Gifts Under $30 list, for even more ideas. The little Sloth Air Plant Holder would look so cute sitting next to a sewing machine!
While this gift guide is perfect for any time of year, I wanted to share it on Small Business Saturday! The perfect time to shop small on Etsy! :)
12 Amazing Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Sewers
1. Needle minders from FLAMINGO TOES
Never lose your needle again with these cute needle minders! These are perfect for anyone who enjoys needlework like cross stitch or embroidery. You can find a variety of needle minders on Etsy, everything from your favorite animal to your favorite TV show! These cute needle minders from Beverly of Flamingo Toes are my favorites! She even has a new Christmas one perfect for holiday sewing!
2. Sewing pins from PINCUSHIONCRAZY
Sewing pins are a basic supply for any sewist and you can never have enough of them! Gift someone a new set of simple pins or try giving them unique decorative pins. Carole Davidson of Pincushion Crazy has beautiful beaded pins in all sorts of themes from bumblebees to sea life to cute beaded kitties!
3. Embroidery scissors from CRAFTY WOOL FELT
There is something so fun about using a pair of unique embroidery scissors when working on a project! There are so many cute ones on Etsy and Claudia from Crafty Wool Felt has a huge selection. She has all your favorite animal scissors like llamas, cranes, roosters, and owl eyes – plus the prettiest floral vintage scissors! A pair of these would make a great gift for any sewer.
4. Scissors fobs from DECORATIVE SEWING PINS
While we’re talking about scissors, check out these fun scissors fobs created by Cherry Chick of Decorative Sewing Pins. Perfect for jazzing up your favorite pair of plain scissors. My favorite is the sewing machine but she has a bunch to choose from. One of these would also look cute as a zipper pull!.
5. Porcupine pin cushion by DANDYRION
Pin cushions are a fun idea for gift giving especially when they are as cute as this little porcupine! Handsewn by Lisa Higuchi of Dandyrion, this little porcupine is ready to hold your pins! Filled with ground walnut shells, the porcupine will help keep your pins sharp!
6. Sewing-themed enamel pins from JUSTINE GILBUENA
Illustrator and designer Justine Gilbuena has created the sweetest enamel pins based off of memories of her childhood. I love the tin of butter cookies filled with sewing notions and definitely need to grab one of the scissors pins! What sewer hasn’t uttered the words, “For Fabric Only!”. She also has a vintage sewing machine and embroidery hoop that are also worth checking out.
7. Vinyl Stickers from JUST ADD SUNSHINE
Gifts for sewers don’t have to be limited to just sewing notions! These stickers designed by Kate Sabin of Just Add Sunshine are proof! She has a huge selection of vinyl stickers perfect for adding to your water bottle, laptop or planner. My favorites are the ones geared towards makers but she also has inspirational quotes – all created in her cheerful color palette. While you’re visiting her shop, check out her awesome wooden houses too!
8. Embroidery Hoop Jewelry from THE KITSCHY STITCHER
Another unique gift idea is embroidery hoop jewelry, like these necklaces created by Sara Shoemaker of The Kitschy Stitcher. I first found her shop after seeing her beautiful embroidery hoops on Instagram. She mixes embroidery with colored pencil for the coolest effect. You can purchase necklaces like her hipster glasses or floral hoops or have one custom made with an initial!
9. Needles from SIMPLY LOVE FABRICS
Needles are another basic supply that sewers will appreciate receiving. These Lori Holt Nifty Needles from mother-daughter team Jessica and Donna of Simply Love Fabrics come in pretty packaging perfect for gifting. You’ll find a huge selection of sewing notions in their shop along with lots of beautiful fabrics to swoon over, so be sure to look around!
10. Kylie and the Machine Sewing Labels from BOBBI LOU FABRIC
Sewing labels make a fun gift for sewers and you’ll find lots of options on Etsy from cloth tags, perfect for sewing into finished projects, to metal and wooden tags perfect for knitted creations. Head to the shop Bobbi Lou Fabric where you’ll find these quirky Kylie and the Machine sewing labels. Shop owner, Chelsea Graham, has a great collection of these labels including ones with fun sayings like “It has pockets” and “Perfectly Imperfect”, as well as a few funny sayings with cuss words!
11. Sewing Fairy by LOTTI LOLLIPOP
These one-of-a-kind sewing fairies are hand-painted by Gemma Bannister of Lotti Lollipop. The attention to detail on these tiny peg dolls is outstanding. I love the pincushion bun and tiny tape measure wrapped around each fairy’s neck. These would make such a special gift for a sewing friend! If you’re in the states, they may take some time to ship from England, but they look worth the wait!
12. Sewing-themed Bandages from STITCHES N GIGGLES 4U
Finally, these sewing-themed bandaids would make a great addition to any gift. Hands and fingers take a beating while sewing and these cute bandaids by Riley Blake Designs will have them patched up and back in action. You’ll find these, and lots of fun sewing notions, in the shop Stitches N Giggles 4U.
I hope this gift guide is helpful as you shop for friends and family who love to sew! If you visit these shops be sure to look around, they offer so many unique items that would make special and thoughtful gifts! :)