November 15 ~ Gifts for Girlfriends
Give something really special to a friend this year. Show her you value your friendship with a handmade gift! |
Make It
Sweet Ruffle Apron It would be fun to make several Sweet Ruffle Aprons in coordinating fabrics for your friends! This apron was designed by Christen from Love Elaine for Sew,Mama,Sew! |
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Key Fob This easy Key Fob, designed by Tacha Bruecher of Hanies for Sew,Mama,Sew!, is a great “stocking stuffer” size for friends. Tacha is one of the founding sewists behind Fat Quarterly, and author of Hexa Go-Go. |
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Tiny Braids Headband Practice your braiding with this simple and sweet Tiny Braids Headband from The Small Things Blog. |
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Obi-Style Belt Show off a favorite fabric in a favorite outfit with an Obi-Style Belt from Kelley of Casa Crafty for Sew,Mama,Sew! |
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Hedgehog Pincushion Lainie’s Hedgehog Pincushion at maker*land is fairly irresistible! Make one for your crafty friends… |
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Hand-Stamped Leather Bracelets Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shows you how to make Hand-Stamped Leather Bracelets. Don’t miss Ashley’s extensive collection of tutorials (many perfect for girlfriends) at Lil Blue Boo; use the top bar navigation on her site to find tutorials in various categories. |
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Vintage-Inspired Headwraps Kate shows you how to make different versions of these Vintage-Inspired Headwraps at See Kate Sew. |
Bag a Day
There are so many beautiful bags to love out there… We’re sharing one bag tutorial every day this month for you to sew and give.
Reversible Tote + Zipper Pouch Did you see Kristin’s free Reversible Tote + Zipper Pouch Craftsy mini-class?! The tote and pouch would be perfect for your friends. One year Kristin, owner of Sew,Mama,Sew!, even wrapped every holiday present in one of these pretty and useful totes! |
Related tutorials you might just love: Patchwork Scarf, Modular Felt Trivet, Passion for Accessories, Passion for Jewelry, Gifts for Girlfriends, Gifts for Hipsters
Here are just a few fabrics perfect for some of today’s projects. Click on the fabric images to visit the Sew,Mama,Sew! shop:
Beth’s choice | Liz’s choice | Kristin’s choice | ||
Mix It
White Chocolate Peppermint Pretzels Mix up some delicious White Chocolate Peppermint Pretzels with Tracy at Shutterbean, then give them to friends and neighbors! |
Print It
Feather Gift Tags We like these pretty Feather Gift Tags from Floris at Love vs. Design. |
Win It
Comment on today’s post for a chance to win one of these prizes!
Tip: If you’re hoping to win a prize that notes “US Winners Only,” include your state in your name (i.e. Beth in WA) so we can confirm residence and avoid any disappointment on your end. Shipping range is determined by the generous companies and artisans that donate Handmade Holidays prizes.
Georgia Leigh Designs is an indie pattern company specializing in PDF patterns. You’ll find patterns for babies, clothing, costumes, and items for mom! Georgia has been designing and selling sewing patterns for four years and finds her inspiration in every day life as a mom of six.
Georgia Leigh Designs is giving away a gift certificate for three free patterns, winner’s choice!
Sewing MODKID Style (US Winners Only)
Author: Patty Young
Publisher: Wiley
Today’s active girl needs a wardrobe that is not only stylish and exciting to wear, but that moves, runs, jumps, and bends with her life. Sewing MODKID Style offers all of that. Each project, created by designer and mom Patty Young, features fun and comfortable knit fabrics that easily stretch and move with the busiest girl. These designs can be customized to fit toddlers (sizes 2T-5T) or girls (6-10) all without zippers, buttons, or snaps and can be pulled on quickly by the tiniest of hands. Projects include headbands, gloves, leg warmers, yoga pants, skirts, tank tops, t-shirts, sweaters, dresses, and more.
Improv Sewing: A Freeform Approach to Creative Techniques: 101 Fast, Fun and Fearless Projects (US Winners Only)
Author: Nicole Blum & Debra Immergut
Publisher: Storey Publishing
These 101 creative sewing projects can all be completed in less than a day– Some in less than an hour! Playful and inventive, the projects include clothing for all ages, accessories, home decor items, and furnishings. Most feature embellishments and decorative effects– simple touches that personalize a project with charm– and use interesting textural fabrics, such as jersey knits, linen, and felt… Even paper and vinyl!
Don’t miss our Handmade Holidays photo pool, and check out our 2011 Handmade Holidays list for more fabulous ideas.
14 ~ Gifts for Babies
13 ~ Gifts for Hostesses
12 ~ Gifts for Crafters
11 ~ Gifts for Big Kids
10 ~ Gifts for Whimsical Friends
9 ~ Deck the Halls
8 ~ Gifts for Cooks
7 ~ Gifts for Pet Lovers
6 ~ Gifts for Moms + Grandmas
5 ~ Gifts for Tweens + Teens
4 ~ Gifts for Organizers
3 ~ Gifts for Travelers
2 ~ Deck the Halls
1 ~ Gifts for Little Kids
We respect the copyright of all crafters. All photos are used with permission from the artist.
220 Responses to “November 15 ~ Gifts for Girlfriends”
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Deb H. responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:32 am →
I love the little hexie keyfob because I am in live with hexies!
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kathyh responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:34 am →
I’m off to look at the braided headbands.
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Molly Martin responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:41 am →
That hedgehog is about the most adorable thing I have seen. So cute!
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Heather responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:41 am →
That little hedgehog is the cutest thing ever!
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Jess responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:43 am →
That apron is great. Something like that is actually on my list to make for a friend.
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Mel responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:46 am →
The tiny braids headbands will be perfect for my neice, Ocean!
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Stephanie responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:48 am →
Loved the belt, but then scrolled down and about died when I saw the hedgehog pincushion. Don’t think I would get much sewing done with that cute thing sitting on my table.
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Cari responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:49 am →
I love the hedgehog!
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Holly responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:50 am →
The hedgehog pincushion is a riot!
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Cory responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:54 am →
Love it all!!
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Bailey responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:55 am →
The Obi belt is way cool!
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Erin responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:56 am →
another great list!
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Tammy responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:57 am →
I love so many things in this post, specifically the hedgehog pincushion. I currently LURVE hedgies so I think I will make this for myself!
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Kathi responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:58 am →
Love the improv book, I’ve been eyeing it for some time now. Thanks for posting so many great projects!
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Amy responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 7:59 am →
Awesome Hair Wrap for the beach! I love it!
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Crunchy Con Mommy responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:00 am →
I love the tiny braids headband-I’d definitely wear it myself!!
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Mary P in Chicago responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:00 am →
Such cute ideas!
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Tera responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:01 am →
sweet ruffle aprons will be made for all my girlfriends!!!!
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Renee in MD responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:01 am →
The hedgehog is adorable!
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Kristin H responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:03 am →
So many cute ideas here!
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Jamie responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:06 am →
These are super giveaways! I signed up for the craftsy class!
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marilyn responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:06 am →
I love the ankle biter toddler pant pattern.
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Jo @ The Hungry Crafter responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:07 am →
Love the hedgie — it seems wasteful, but my first thought is that my cat would love one to use as a cat toy!!!
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Laura responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:11 am →
great ideas!
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Barbara responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:12 am →
oh, I LOVE the leather bracelets!
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Courtney responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:18 am →
Every project today is fantastic! Crafternoons to come!
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karla in SC responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:18 am →
This southern gal can’t seem to win anything, but feeling lucky today!
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shanna boatler responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:20 am →
i live in texas and would love any and all of the prizes;) they all look amazing!!
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Rebecca responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:21 am →
Would love the patterns!
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Bobby responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:24 am →
I’m so printing off those feather tags.
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Amber responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:26 am →
I love the feather gift tags.
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Hashi responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:29 am →
Hedgehog! Too cute!
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Danie in OR responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:31 am →
The hedgehog is wonderfully adorable.
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Meg responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:32 am →
Love the headband!
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Kelli responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:33 am →
Those tiny braided headbands are too much! Love them!
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jessicac responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:39 am →
I almost squealed when I saw that pincushion! And can’t wait to make some yummy holiday treats this year!
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Becky C responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:57 am →
I love so many of these tutorials. I’m trying to get my Christmas gifts planned and started asap!
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Amanda responds:Posted: November 15th, 2012 at 8:58 am →
Oh my goodness! That hedgehog is about the cutest thing ever!
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Joanna responds: