Learn how to make the most of your holiday sewing time with these Christmas sewing projects and tutorials. Whether you’re looking for handmade gifts, festive decorations, or a quick project to enjoy with your favorite Christmas movie playing in the background, you’ll find plenty of inspiration here.
There’s something about Christmas sewing that feels a little different from the rest of the year. Maybe it’s pulling out those holiday fabrics you’ve been saving, making gifts for family and friends, or creating decorations that come out year after year. Whatever your reason for sewing, Christmas projects are a fun way to use your stash and add a handmade touch to the season.
In this collection, you’ll find a variety of Christmas sewing ideas—from quick afternoon projects to items you’ll enjoy using and displaying every holiday season. Pick a favorite, gather your fabric, and enjoy a little festive sewing time.
FREE Christmas Sewing Projects~
One of the best things about Christmas sewing projects is that they don’t have to be large or complicated to be meaningful. Small projects can make wonderful gifts, help you use up leftover fabric, and give you the satisfaction of finishing something before the holiday rush begins.
A few hours at your sewing machine can turn into decorations, gifts, and keepsakes that become part of your family’s Christmas traditions for years to come.
Christmas Pillows
These simple pillows are perfect for any holiday – but great for Christmas. Add a holiday themed applique on top to add some more fun.
Hexagon Tree Skirt
Start with the hexagon shape in the center, sew around it to build larger shapes – then finish it up into a tree skirt.
Christmas Embroidery Pillows
Sew up some cute embroidery designs, then sew into pillows for the holidays. Adding some fun ric rac or pom poms on the side for extra fun.
Snowman Pillow & Quilt
Chenille Christmas Stocking
Use a vintage chenille bed cover and make some adorable stockings for Christmas. Add some hankies at the toe and top hem for additional fun.
Christmas Cinch Sack
Using fun holiday themed fabric, sew up a simple cinch bag. Add extra scrappy green strips to make a tree on the front.
Apple Core Mug Rug
Turn that apple core shape into a mug rug. Use holiday fabric for a peppermint twist mug rug. Perfect for gift giving during the holidays.
Quilt as you Go Holiday Mug Rug
Sew simple quilt blocks using your scraps for the background blocks of this mug rug. Use holiday themed shapes for applique on top.
Christmas Scrappy Ornaments
With the quilt as you go technique, you’ll sew up your scraps into holiday ornaments. Then using fun shapes, cut them and add a ribbon for hanging.
Christmas Ornaments with Quilt Panels
Using a quilt panel, these ornaments are really simple to sew and cut using pinking sheers.
Christmas Projects Collections~
One of my favorite things about Christmas sewing is how many different types of projects there are to choose from. Maybe you’re looking for a quick handmade gift, something festive for your home, or a small project to use up holiday fabric scraps.
These collections bring together a variety of ideas so you can browse, get inspired, and find the project that’s just right for your sewing time, skill level, and fabric stash. You might even discover a few new favorites to add to your holiday sewing tradition.
Christmas Embroidery Patterns
You’ll find all kinds of fun Christmas and Holiday themed embroidery designs.
101+ Handmade Holiday Decorations
Never dig around for your next project. This list has you covered for all kinds of holiday project fun.
Holiday Sewing Projects
This collection is for those who are looking to make or sew their holiday gifts and decorations.
20+ Ornaments You Can Sew
This collection is full of easy to make holiday ornaments. Using your scraps or even panels – these are perfect for adding to your tree or a gift.
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