Time for that perfect gift
2021 is the perfect year to give that personalised, handmade gift. When I use the term personalised – it doesn’t necessarily mean it has to have someone’s name splattered all over it. Why not try using fabric with their favourite flower or animal on. This combined with something they’ll find useful can mean more than a box of chocolates or bunch of flowers.
I’ve put together some ideas for that perfect little make.
Face pads. These are great for replacing cotton wool and can be used time and time again.
Pants. When I was about six years old, I remember a friend of my Mums giving me a pack of underpants for Christmas. What? Then I realised they had dogs all over them. I was chuffed to bits!
Cushions. Everyone loves a cushion, don’t they? Whether it’s for an occasional chair or something to place on their bed.
Bookmarks. Treat that keen reader in your life to a new bookmark! Really easy to make, they’ll last a lot longer than a paper one and they’re more sustainable than plastic.
Framed picture. This doesn’t have to be fabric. It could be a greetings card or something you’ve seen in the newspaper. Make a collage and find something unusually to frame it with. Remember π the framed doesn’t have to be square and have four sides!
Lap rug. Simple, small and manageable. It’s also a great way of using some of that stash!
Cloth coaster. I once received a Meerkat coaster in the Secret Santa. Fifteen years later, I still have it on my desk.
Key ring. Something that most people have. I have a big yellow one and can always find it!
Dribble bib. For that new parent.
Buttons! Some people love to collect buttons. Why not make a lovely little fabric button collection…collection
