Gifts shouldn't be about breaking the bank. Gifts are to let someone know you are about them and you are thinking of them. What says that more than something specifically made for them or chosen for them because they sew? Sure, you can save money by sewing but the gift you create has so much more thought in it that it is going to be treasured for years. The occasions to sew a gift are endless!

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Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.comWhat could tell Dad how much he is loved and appreciated, more than a homemade gift that he can actually use. You'll find many options using free patterns that are bound to bring a smile to dad's face here.

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.comIf you sew, you have scraps of fabric... and many, many great gifts that you can make using those scraps of fabric.

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.comWhen someone loves their pet, one of the best gifts you can give them is a gift for their pet. You'll find many free patterns and ideas here.

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.comAny one who lives where it gets cold, will love anything that helps them through the cold seasons and keeps them warm. You'll find gift choices for individuals , for keeping food warm and household gifts here.

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.comIf you want to make slippers for everyone on your list,
mass production sewing methods will expedite the job and keep everyone smiling. Choosing fabric that is appropriate for the recipient, makes any slipper pattern a custom made gift.

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.comBuy a gift for someone who sews can seem overwhelming if you don't know anything about sewing. This list is here to get you started shopping for a gift for that special person who sews.
Sewing can be an obsession if someone loves sewing. Help them stay out of the sewing room with these wonderful novels centered around others who love fabric and sewing.

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.comA simple gift for someone who is sick and making it something they can use, does not have to be a challenge. You'll find many choices here.

Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.comSew a basket liner and create a great gift for almost anyone. A kitchen is one of the most used rooms in a home. Even a well established kitchen can always use some new stuff to spruce it up. Find out the theme or colors of the kitchen you want to make a gift basket for and then everything will fall into place.