Looking for some fun ideas for fast last-minute Handmade gift ideas? Here’s a list of handmade projects to sew for lots of people on your list including mom, neighbors, teachers, kids, friends, etc. List new and updated for 2020.

As we’re staring down the barrel of the last days before Christmas, I’ve rounded up a bunch of ideas and tutorials for last-minute handmade gifts. All of these come together quickly and use up something you might already have on hand (i.e. fabric 😉 ) to save you that additional trip out in the cold.

Here are 30 quick ideas for last-minute handmade gift ideas.

(Or pin this post for next year. 😉 )

Quick and Easy Handmade gifts for personal use:

Last year, would have ever thought we’d be wanting new face mask for Christmas? But, here we are. This is my favorite tutorial for making face masks. Ameroonie Designs also has a great tutorial for these cute mask storage envelopes and lanyards.

This fun and fast, felt and flannel pocket handwarmers tutorial is perfect for a last-minute gift you can make in bulk and keep by the door as a little gift to someone who needs both hands and heart warmed.

Fabric-covered notebook tutorial from Crazy Little Projects

Easy Fleece Blanket

Reversible Winter Scarf

velcro wallet

Ouch Pouch – handmade pouch with first aid supplies

Fabric Key Chain on cotton webbing.

Another fabric keychain version here made from fabric

These cute Chapstick holder keychains serve a great dual purpose. Chapstick holder keychain tutorial from Ameroonie Designs

 

Last-minute Handmade Gifts to sew for the Home

Pillowcase Tutorial

Here are three options for adorable Handmade Quilted Coaster tutorials: Strawberries, Leaf, or traditional Quilt Blocks

Fast and Easy Table Runner

Fabric-covered buttons for magnets, pins, paper clips, etc.

 

One-hour fabric basket pattern from Kelby Sews

Fabric Trays tutorial from Noodlehead

Rice heating bag/bed warmer

 

Handmade Gifts to Sew for the Kitchen

Kitchen gift set – pot holder and dishtowel from Crazy Mom Quilts

These round, quilted pot holders from the Polkadot Chair are so cute – and come with printable gift tag options!

Half Apron tutorial from Delia Creates

Easy Women’s Full Apron 

Kids’ Aprons from Aesthetic Nest

Handmade Pouch and Bag Tutorials

Simple Sturdy Tote Bag Tutorial

Mini zipper pouch with ring

There are abundant tutorials for cute zipper pouches. This pencil pouch is found here. This post has a great round-up of 20 more zipper pouches in various styles and designs for your inspiration.

Here’s a great version using Oilcloth: Oilcloth Zipper Pouch

Easy Modern Messenger Bag

Laptop Bag

Laptop Sleeve

There’s a bunch of ideas to get you started. If you’re looking for other ideas, check out this Handmade Gifts Pinterest Board.

Good luck with all of the final Christmas prep!

Every year I try to get organized ahead of time and enjoy the peace and magic of the season, so that I’m not rushing around like a crazy person. Some years I’m more successful than others.  This year I’ve got Christmas cards spread out on the family room floor – hopefully I’ll get those out today. I’ve also crossed “binge-eating half a batch of chocolate cookies”, “sick kid on the couch”, and “crying at Costco” off my to-do list, so I’m counting that as good progress! haha.