Fast & Fun Thanksgiving Sewing Projects
Sewing projects for your family’s Thanksgiving celebration (or any holiday) should be creative, fun and not too overly complicated. Everyone knows this is a busy time of year, and you might not have the time to devote to a complicated holiday project. Besides, sometimes plans change at the last minute, unexpected invitations arrive or you find the perfect accessory idea and pattern for your holiday décor or table. So, whether you’re the host or a guest, the following Thanksgiving sewing projects and gift ideas will surely add to the warmth and camaraderie of the holiday.
Fabric Bread Warmer
Here’s a tutorial for something unique, yet useful for your Thanksgiving table. This simple, yet charming fabric bread warmer is perfect for coordinating your dining room décor or quickly whipping up a lovely and unexpected gift for your Thanksgiving host or hostess. Why use plain household napkins when you can keep your famous homemade bread or rolls oven-warm with this handy homemade warmer? Make sure to choose a sturdy fabric that will more easily withstand repeated laundering.
Elegant Velvet Wine Bag
Good guests never arrive empty-handed, right? Well, these lovely bags make the perfect gift for your Thanksgiving dinner host and/or hostess. They’re so unusual that they’ll make an excellent holiday wine holder to display on the sideboard or liquor cabinet. Each bag is easily personalized for your family member, friend or co-worker. Choose velvets or other luxurious fabrics in rich, fall prints and colors and have fun deciding on the perfect embellishments to include. No matter what the occasion, it’s always the thoughtfulness you put into a gift that counts.
Fall Fabric Pumpkins
This fun twist on traditional holiday pillows allows you to give your creative muscles a real workout! The idea for these gorgeous Thanksgiving pumpkin pillows grew out of a tutorial for stunning black and white Halloween pumpkin décor. This pattern is versatile and fun to work on, whether you make solid or contrasting pieced pumpkins and the doilies don’t even need to be sewn onto the fabric! There are two red highlighted links to the original Halloween fabric pumpkin pillow tutorial. All you have to do is choose your fabrics.
Linen Dinner Napkins
Nothing dresses up a holiday table like classic linen dinner napkins. And nothing – by simply following this great, straightforward tutorial – is easier to create. This Thanksgiving project is perfect for sewists of all skill levels. Striped, print or solid cotton fat quarters are used to create the perfect frame for each lightweight linen napkin. Deciding whether to compliment or contrast your Thanksgiving décor is the only problem you’ll have with this fun project. Always pre-wash and iron the fabrics before creating your napkins.
Quilted Table Runner
There’s no need to be an expert quilter when working on this fun Thanksgiving project. The beauty of this simple, yet visually arresting table runner is sure to brighten your holiday décor. It’s easy and fun to make and it’s a breeze to adjust the length and width to fit any size table or to create a set for the living room! Half the fun of putting this runner together is choosing a variety of Thanksgiving- or fall-themed fabrics or diving into your own personal scrap stash. If you’re new to sewing, don’t let the word ‘quilted’ intimidate you – this is a great way to get your feet wet!
Last Minute Thanksgiving Tablecloth
Did your large annual Thanksgiving gathering just become larger at the last minute? Don’t panic, don’t flinch, don’t worry. You got this. If you’re going to have to add a table or two for your unplanned guests, this very simple tablecloth pattern will have you up to speed in no time at all. Prints, solids and stripes can all be combined to quickly sew this to fit any size table. Whether you use your carefully hoarded fabric scraps or purchase fabric to compliment the main table, no one will guess this is a last-minute creation! If you stitched your own napkins, that’s an easy fix too.
Charming Flannel Coasters
These washable, easy-to-make coasters can be lifesavers for your fine wood furniture – especially during a lively Thanksgiving celebration! Quickly constructed out of your choice of flannel pattern and any color of felt, these simple square coasters will add another level of holiday spirit to your décor. The pattern linked below calls for using a simple plaid flannel, but the sky’s the limit on this project. Luckily, print flannels are produced in an amazing array of holiday-specific prints. Have a blast with this one!
Thanksgiving Bowl Covers
This may seem like an unusual addition to your Thanksgiving décor or as a gift to your favorite host or hostess but these washable, reusable bowl covers are indispensable during a busy holiday celebration. Any time you get the family and friends together, there’s bound to be a few (or several) who can’t resist making a trip to the kitchen for another “bite”. You can prevent the inevitable search through plastic storage containers by keeping everything at hand in the original serving bowls until the party’s over.
From arranging the first decorative bowl of seasonal gourds to neatly folding the last folded napkin, creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere for your family and friends at Thanksgiving is a wonderful part of the traditions we observe at this time of year. Whether you love classic Thanksgiving décor or prefer adding a modern twist to your party, including handmade décor and gifts in your holiday celebration makes it a more personal, thoughtful experience.
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