Unleash your creativity this festive season with 57 fun Christmas sewing projects that warm the heart. From Christmas stockings to cute ornaments and homemade Christmas gifts, craft a cosy Christmas wonderland.
The holiday season is fast approaching, and what better way to get into the spirit than by immersing ourselves in some delightful Christmas sewing projects? Sewing for Christmas is not just fun; it’s a fabulous way to add a personal touch to your holiday celebrations. So, let’s dive into why sewing is the ultimate Christmas activity and explore the festive treasures you can create with needle and thread.
Why Christmas Sewing Projects?
For starters, sewing allows you to craft unique and thoughtful handmade gifts for your loved ones. A hand-stitched item carries the warmth and love that no store-bought gift can match. Plus, it’s incredibly satisfying to see the smiles on their faces when they unwrap something you made just for them.
Besides gifts, simple sewing projects are an excellent way to make home decor. Handmade Christmas decorations, stockings, and Christmas tree skirts can bring a cosy and nostalgic vibe to your holiday décor. Creating your decorations is beautiful because you can tailor them to perfectly match your style and theme.
Another wonderful thing about Christmas sewing crafts is that they are a great stress reliever. We all know how hectic the holiday season can be, and taking time to sit and sew can be incredibly therapeutic. It lets you focus on one task and forget about the holiday madness for a while.
Many of the free sewing patterns don’t need a sewing machine and are great Christmas crafts to sell.
Hopefully, you will find a great idea that will be your favorite Christmas sewing project.
Christmas Sewing Crafts - You'll Want To Make
Explore the magic of the Christmas season through sewing. This guide is your ticket to handcrafted holiday treasures, many simple projects and free templates.
How To Make A Glamourous Fabric Fig Ornament
The sparkling glass beads on these velvet fig handmade ornaments add glamour and sparkle when hanging from the Christmas tree. And this fun project is an Anthropologie knock-off.
Fabric Christmas Wreath
A Christmas wreath made with fabric is an easy project; you can use it year after year.
Tutorial for sewing a drawstring bag from an upcycled Christmas t-shirt
A great project that is an eco-friendly alternative to using gift wrap use a reusable drawstring bag made from upcycled clothing.
Fabric Mushroom Christmas Ornaments
You only need scrap fabric and swatches to make these cute mushroom Christmas ornaments. They are a fun sewing project with step-by-step instructions; soon, you'll have enough for a garland.
Mini Felt Christmas Stocking Pattern
Stocking garlands are fun holiday sewing projects and colourful Christmas decorations to sew. And this one is adorable and simple to make. All you need is felt and a few sewing supplies.
How To Make Scrap Tartan Scottie Dog Ornaments
An easy Christmas sewing craft for dog lovers, with these cute Scottie dogs, Hang them as ornaments or in a garland, all made from tartan fabric scraps.
DIY Christmas jumper with applique felt baubles
Hack an old green sweater or sweatshirt by sewing on applique baubles to make a fun upcycled top for Christmas.
How to Sew a Santa Hat (FREE Pattern!)
One of the easiest ways to dress for the festive season is to wear a Santa hat!
Easy Cookie Cutter Sweater Upcycled Christmas Ornaments
Use Christmas-themed cookie cutters for the shape when making these cute upcycled Christmas ornaments from old sweaters.
Avocado Toast Christmas Ornaments
This is my husband's go-to breakfast; he'd chuckle if he saw one of these Christmas ornaments on the tree.
DIY Christmas Ornament - Baubles And Finials
This style of retro Christmas baubles is my favourite; I've made giant cardboard versions but can't wait to try this Christmas sewing pattern for the fabric version.
Christmas tree skirt sewing pattern
A Christmas tree skirt gives your tree a nice finish, and It’s also the perfect backdrop for your Christmas presents. This is a sewing pattern for a star-shaped Christmas tree Skirt.
Mr. Foofs the Polar Bear Free Sewing Pattern and Tutorial
Make a large Polar bear to cuddle with and the smaller one as an ornament to hang on the Christmas tree.
Free Pattern For A Cute Personalized Dog Christmas Stocking
Don't forget the family pooch when making everyone's Christmas stockings. You can even personalize it with their name. You'll find the sewing pattern for the denim dog toy here.
DIY Giant Christmas Ornament Pillows
These giant Christmas bauble pillows instantly make your sofa/couch look festive. You'll find more festive pillow cover design ideas in this collection.
DIY Fabric Stag Head Pattern
This giant fabric stag head brings a touch of whimsy to your walls. Make it look more festive by choosing a Christmas patterned fabric.
Christmas Gift Cone Sewing Tutorial
Fill these cones with treats and hang them from the trees; the kids will love them!
Handmade Felt Christmas Ornaments
There are six different Christmas embroidery patterns to choose from with these felt baubles.
Patchwork Christmas Pillows - Free Patterns!
This seasonal Christmas pillow looks great on the bed or sofa; I love the pom poms trim. There is a free tutorial, pattern, and video for this Christmas fat quarters sewing craft.
DIY Photo Frame Felt Ornament
Making one of these felt picture frame ornaments with a photo of the kids would make a lovely keepsake gift for the family.
How To Make Large Felt Letters Christmas Decoration
Making giant letters out of felt is a fun Christmas sewing craft, especially if you make enough to spell your favourite Christmas words, such as JINGLE or FALALA.
How to make a Mini Felt Robin
You can't get much more festive than a Robin red breast, especially if you give him a Santa hat.
DIY Oven Mitt Sewing Tutorial
Take the Christmas turkey safely out of the oven with one of these festive mitts. They would also make a lovely handmade gift.
Christmas Gift Card Holder
Making giving gift cards at Christmas more personal by sewing one of these seasonal gift card holders.
Hexie Christmas Tea Towel Tutorial
I only use Christmas tea towels in the kitchen for the whole month of December. I'd love to add this adorable applique hexagon one to my stash.
How to Make Animal Felt Ornaments
I'd love to have an animal-themed decorated Christmas tree this year; these felt cuties would be perfect. The white animals like the polar bear, swan and owl especially will look festive on the tree.
DIY Christmas Stocking Pattern
It doesn't have to be pyjama bottoms; with this tutorial, you can upcycle almost any item of clothing into fun, festive Christmas stockings for your mantle.
DIY Christmas Tree Advent Calendar
This DIY Christmas sewing project is fun to make for the kids. The homemade advent calendar will last year after year, and the kids will enjoy decorating the fabric tree with ornaments.
How To Make Upcycled Denim Patchwork Quilted Stars Decoration
I love to upcycle my old jeans into fun denim Christmas ornaments; these patchwork stars can be hung on the wall or used as decorative mats on the table.
Quilted Christmas Stockings; A Free Pattern
Take your homemade Christmas stockings to the next level with this colourful quilted stocking pattern. I love the pom-pom trim.
How to make a felt Christmas bulb garland (or ornaments)
Hang a colourful string of felt Christmas bulbs to add a touch of rainbow magic to your Christmas decor.
How To Make A Christmas Garland with Repurposed Sweater Balls
Christmas decorations are all about ornaments and garlands; with this sewing post, you can make both from repurposed sweaters.
Christmas Candy Canes
Turn leftover scraps of red patterned fabric into a bowl of Christmas candy canes.
Braided Christmas Wreath
Sew up Christmas fabric into padded tubes and then braid them into a unique wreath for stunning Christmas door decor.
How To Make A Christmas Tree Pillow
This Christmas tree pillow is made from an old sweater, but it can just as easily be made with green felt or fabric.
Liberty Christmas Decorations
The small patterned prints of Liberty fabrics are fun to sew, and these Christmas ornaments are adorable. Stitching Christmas ornaments in the patterns of your favourite fabric designers is a great idea; I feel some Kaffe Fassett and Marimekko Christmas ornaments are coming soon!
Adorable Tartan Trees From Fabric Scraps
Sew your scraps into a tartan or plaid forest for your winter mantle!
DIY Christmas Fabric Angel Ornament Free Sewing Patterns
If you have a Christmas angel on the top of your tree rather than a star, this is the Christmas sewing pattern for you.
How To Make A Denim Dala Horse Ornament
Dala horses are a traditional Scandinavian Christmas decoration, so why not twist them and sew them from denim scraps?
Create a Christmas table runner
Upcycle fabrics for the home into a festive table tablescape with this Christmas table runner pattern.
How To Make Gift Tags - With Hexies!
Why not make the gift tag a gift with one of these beautifully sew hexie tags? They would make lovely gift toppers.
How to Make A Cute Christmas Elf
These Christmas elves are so cute you won't mind finding them on your shelf!
Snowman Tutorial
I'd love a Christmas tree decorated with a load of these cute felt snowmen, each in a different colour!
Reindeer Mug Mat
Not only would this make an adorable Christmas gift, but it would also look fun on the coffee table or your desk.
Rudolph Christmas Stocking Pattern
Another cute Rudulph-themed Christmas sewing project with this adorable stocking. The kids will love it!
DIY Fabric Wine Bags
A bottle of wine is a welcome hostess gift at Christmas; put it in a hand-sewn fabric gift bag. The bags will be more festive if you use upcycled Christmas tea towels.
Make a DIY felt holly wreath
Simple and elegant while still festive, this wreath would look great on the front door at Christmas.
How to make Fabric Angel Wings - a perfect gift or home decoration
It is said every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings. I have always thought that a heartwarming idea and these angel wings made from quilting scraps are an adorable ornament to hang on the tree.
This Ornament Hot Pad is a Quick Project
Add a bit of holiday fun to your kitchen counters with this festive bauble hot pad—free pattern and tutorial.
Merry and Bright Retro Christmas Kitchen Towels
Another way to make your kitchen feel festive is with this free Christmas kitchen towel sewing pattern.
DIY Christmas Ornaments: Fabric Christmas Trees
Hang them in a garland, use them as tags or hang them from the tree. Whatever you choose, these Christmas ornaments will brighten up your holiday decor.
A Simple Cute Scandi Felt Christmas Craft For Your Home
Add a cool Scandinavian Christmas craft to your decor with these upcycled sweater trees.
Mitten Ornament - Free Christmas Mitten Template!
You'll only need a few fabric scraps to stitch these mini Christmas mittens for your tree.
How To Make A Repurposed Paper Bag Advent Calendar
Have you ever stitched paper? Stitching up festive paper bags into a fun, repurposed advent calendar is easier than you think.
Easy Decorative DIY Denim Pot Holders From Your Old Jeans
These denim pot holders are the ideal Christmas sewing project, blending festive flair with the sentimental touch of repurposed jeans, making them a standout addition to any holiday kitchen.
Beautiful Fabric Star Ornament – Tutorial And Free Pattern
Create a celestial charm for your holiday decor with DIY embroidered fabric star ornaments. Follow our simple guide to craft stars from your favourite fabrics for a personalized touch to your festive trimmings.
Sew Your Own Velvet Pomegranate Ornament with Free Template
With this simple sewing tutorial, you can make a festive velvet pomegranate ornament. Add realistic beaded seeds for an elegant handmade decoration.
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Other Christmas Crafts
There are many other ways to make your Christmas gifts and decorations besides sewing. How about making cardboard Christmas decor, paper Christmas ornaments or even tin can Christmas crafts?
Check out these wood-slice Christmas ornaments or wine cork craft ideas if you want more rustic and nature-inspired Christmas crafts.
Do not forget to check out this collection of easy adult Christmas crafts.
janet trieschman
Monday 13th of November 2023
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Claire Armstrong
Monday 13th of November 2023
Thank you so much, I will be there.