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Handmade Gift Guide

Handmade Gift Guide

Christmas DIY Gift Ideasby Create Whimsy

Handmade gifts – and gifts for hand makers – come from the heart. It’s lovely to think about the recipient when putting our own hands to work on a unique item. We have gathered gift ideas for the handmakers in your life and for those who appreciate receiving something you created just for them. Browse our Handmade Gift Guide for a creative shopping experience.

Handmade Gift Guide

Handmade gifts - and gifts for hand makers - come from the heart. It's lovely to think about the recipient when putting our own hands to work on a unique item. We have gathered gift ideas for the handmakers in your life and for those who appreciate receiving something you created just for them. Browse our Handmade Gift Guide for a creative shopping experience.

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Photo Credit: www.idyllhandscrafted.com

Compass Rose Necklace by Jamie Charles | Idyll Hands

Inspired by a vintage compass, this necklace is the perfect gift for your favorite traveler to remind them they can always find their way home. An adorable piece of Royston turquoise is framed inside this entirely Sterling Silver pendant that is hand fabricated with love. Available on a 20” snake chain or a 22” cable chain.

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Photo Credit: www.sarahannsmith.com

Light the Sky Art Print by Sarah Ann Smith

Light the Sky with your Dreams art print (8x10 printed on 8 1/2 x 11” Epson Premium Matte paper with archival ink) from Sarah’s debut surface design collection, Queen Anne in the Meadow.

Inspired by my garden and the view of the Milky Way from our home in summer.  Price $28

Read our interview with Sarah Ann Smith

Photo Credit: jessicalongembroidery.com

Snowflake Sampler Embroidery Kit by Jessica Long

Have fun learning some unique stitches with this wintery design! Grab the full sized or mini hoop (4 inch) kit and hop online to follow along with the online video tutorial. Both sizes make great gifts and holiday decor, and the mini kit results in a perfect hand-made ornament for your tree. 

Read our interview with Jessica Long

Photo Credit: jessicalongembroidery.com

Cozy Harvest Embroidery Kit by Jessica Long

This mini project stitches up quickly and makes a great holiday gift! So grab a cup of tea, a warm blanket, and cozy up with this kit inspired by the colors of fall. This is a beginner friendly project and you are invited to follow along with the online video tutorial. 

Read our interview with Jessica Long

Photo Credit: embroideryandsage.com

Rooftops of Paris, embroidery kit by Alexis Acevedo

Hand embroider the Rooftops of Paris, France. This unique kit comes with everything you need to complete your modern needlepoint. 

Read our interview with Alexis Acevedo

Photo Credit: www.quiltblox.com

The Coffee Press Sewing Pattern by Quiltblox / Deb Messina 

Also called a French Press Cozy - this reversible cozy is so easy to make up. It completely covers the press - trapping heat inside so your next cup is just as hot as your first. It also makes a lovely gift. Instructions provided for 3 press sizes. 

Read our interview with Deb Messina

Photo Credit: shop.katecollerandesigns.com

Tote That! by Kate Colleran

Need a homemade gift for a friend? Make a version of Tote That! in colors to suit her OR grab one of my pre- made samples!

Tote That pattern includes 2 sizes of the tote bag. Small (shown) is 9”H x 10” W x 4 ½” D and the larger size 9”H x 10” W x 4 ½” D. A fun, open tote to toss all your crafty supplies in!

Read our interview with Kate Colleran

Handmade Ornaments

How to Make an EPP Moravian Star Ornament with Diamonds

Follow these steps to make an EPP Moravian Star ornament with diamonds and create an heirloom piece to adorn your tree for years to come! Choose a fun print, colorful solids or a symmetrical fabric for fussy cutting.

How to Make Sashiko Ornaments

Making Sashiko ornaments is a great way to see what the slow-stitch movement is all about! The projects are small, so you can complete them in a short amount of time.

Handmade Gift Ideas for Makers

Photo Credit: www.etsy.com

Handmade Embroidered Journal/notebook 

Handmade and embroidered journal to keep your thoughts, ideas and designs organized with style.

Photo Credit: www.etsy.com

Mineral Watercolor Paint Palette Handmade Watercolors

Natural mineral watercolors in a beautiful range of colors for the watercolor artist (or aspiring one) in your life!

Photo Credit: www.etsy.com

Leather Journal Tree of Life Genuine Leather Notebooks

Gorgeous leather journal with embossed tree of life on the cover to inspire great thoughts, ideas and designs.

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