This post walks you through 33 Mother’s day handmade gifts that you can sew and gift to your mom for Mother’s day.
Mother’s day is here again and I’ve been brainstorming some ideas for homemade gifts to make for your mom.
You know how special handmade presents can be, they show our little token of love.
I thought it would be fun to focus on sewing projects this time because there’s just something extra heartfelt about putting time and effort into creating something with your own hands.
I’ve come up with this list of 55 sewing projects that are perfect for Mother’s Day gifts. Sewing allows for endless customization, so you can really tailor each gift to match your mom’s personality and preferences.
The good thing about the handsewn gifts in this article is that they are very easy to create and requires sewing patterns that are not difficult to understand.
Creating 33 unique Mother’s Day handmade gifts that involve sewing might be a bit ambitious, but here’s a list of various sewing projects and ideas that you can consider.
So, gather your sewing supplies, pick out some beautiful fabrics, and get ready to create some magic for Mother’s Day. With these handmade gifts, you will show your mom just how much she means to you and make this Mother’s Day one to remember.
55 THOUGHTFUL MOTHER’S DAY HOMEMADE GIFTS YOU CAN SEW
1. Fabric bookmarks with personalized embroidery.
This will be a very thoughtful thing to sew if you have a book lover as a mom, Grandmom or Aunt. You can make this in square shape, heart shape or even rectangular shape.
This is one of the easiest projects to create, and for extra effect, add delicate embroidery.
These bookmarks serve as both practical tools for reading and heartfelt reminders of your love.
2. Fabric coasters with a matching holder.
Coasters are such simple sewing project to tackle. You don’t need to be a seasoned dressmaker to make this.
You can sew this in just 5 minutes by hand or with a sewing machine if you can use one.
You can also add a matching mug holder to this to make it a set. This will help protect your mom from the heat of the hot drink be it tea or coffee.
3. Quilted pot holders or oven mitts.
If you know a thing or two about quilting, this is a perfect Mother’s day homemade gift that you can give your mom.
Even if you don’t, there are tutorials that you can watch to make this simple project.
You can make a pot holder and oven mitt as a set for the perfect Mother’s day homemade gift.
4. Fabric-covered photo albums or frames.
With a photo album cover made by you, each album becomes a cherished keepsake, adorned with fabric that reflects Mom’s personality and the memories captured within.
5. Customized fabric tote bags.
Tote bags are stylish and practical, and are perfect for running errands or outings. For something that has more quality and strength, you can go for denim fabric.
You can also create an embroidery detail on it as an expression of your love. I love this particular idea.
6. Decorative pillow covers with embroidered messages or designs.
To make this, all you need is your choice fabric, needle, thread, measuring tape and your scissors. This can be handsewn or made with a sewing machine.
It can also come in different shape depending on the pillow. So make sure to accurately take the measurement of the pillow before you make this piece.
7. Hand-sewn fabric flowers for a bouquet.
Fabric flower is such a thoughtful idea for Mother’s day handmade gift. This is because they are forever in bloom and can never die.
These fabric flowers will brighten Mom’s day with their beauty, serving as a lasting reminder of your affection.
8. Fabric napkin rings with matching table runner.
Also an easy sewing project to try. This will create a stylish setting for any table. What’s more special is that it is handmade from you to your mom on mother’s day.
9. Personalized fabric keychains.
Keychains are perfect for keeping keys organized. To make a fabric keychain is very easy and such a practical and charming gesture to gift your mom.
You can make this in colourful prints and different shapes that your Mom will love.
10. Sewn fabric baskets or organizers.
Baskets are perfect for keeping things organized and in place. Fabric baskets are versatile and adorable and can help Mom stay organized while adding a touch of handmade charm to her space.
11. Fabric-covered journals or notebooks.
This is a perfect Mother’s day handmade gift idea for Mom’s who love to jot things down and journal. A lot of moms fall into this category as journaling helps to give us expression and keep us sane.
With your handmade journal cover, each journal becomes a treasure, wrapped in fabric that reflects Mom’s style and filled with memories waiting to be written.
12. Hand-sewn makeup or toiletry bags.
This project is very stylish and practical, these makeup bags keep Mom’s essentials organized while showcasing your sewing skills and love.
13. Sewn fabric cuffs or wristlets.
Fashionable and unique, these fabric cuffs add a pop of color and style to Mom’s wardrobe, handmade with love from you to her. This is such a fun project to try as you can make some for yourself and your friends.
14. Embroidered handkerchiefs with monograms or motifs.
This is a super simple sewing project that can give you expression of your love with the monograms or motifs.
15. Fabric-covered mouse pads.
This can be a very personalized and practical gift to give your mom if she works with her computer a lot. Giving her a mouse pad sewn and customized specially for her is such a thoughtful thing to do for Mother’s day gift.
This will add a touch of personality and style to her workspace.
16. Hand-sewn tea cozy.
Tea cozies are perfect for keeping tea warm. To add a little touch of style to your mom’s tea moment, gift her a special tea cozy handsewn by you and made specially for her.
This will make tea time special and something that she always looks forward to.
17. Storage boxes.
Storage boxes are great for organizing. Fabric covered boxes will add a decorative flare to your Mom’s shelves or drawers, keeping her treasures safe.
18. Quilted eyeglass cases.
I personally love the idea of a sewn eyeglass case. Being an eyeglass lover myself, this particular gift will come in super handy and helpful.
19. Aprons.
Who wouldn’t love an apron as a gift. For a fun kitchen time, gifting your mom an apron is a thoughtful gesture.
You can make this as a complete gown or just an apron skirt. Any one works fine.
Don’t forget to add in those pockets as they come in handy and helpful.
20. Earrings or brooches.
I remember a time when I made ankara (a typical African print) earrings and brooches in school and made cool money from them as a student.
Fabric earring and brooches are stylish and they are perfect Mother’s day handmade gifts for moms.
There are so many designs and shapes that you can choose from. Just find something that is beginner’s friendly and easy to make.
21. Quilted pencil cases or pouches.
These are great for keeping your mom’s writing essentials organized, these cases are crafted with care, showcasing your sewing skills and affection.
22. Headbands.
Headbands are one of the things that comes to mind when you think of a cute sewing project that you can gift a woman.
This is perfect for styling your Mom’s hair and can create that stylish and chic effect.
There are a whole lot of headband style that you can try. Be more creative if you are going with this option.
23. Hand-sewn sleep mask.
If your mom is like me and loves to sleep in darkness, this is a perfect gift to give her.Sleep masks are best sewn with silky fabric, as they are easy on the skin since she’ll be using this on her eye area. We do not want a fabric that is rough. Silk sleep mask is smooth and will ensure she has a restful night.
24. Scrunchies or hair clips.
Still on beautifying your mom’s hair, scrunchies and hair clips are such perfect idea for a Mother’s day handmade gifts.
Also opt for silk fabric for this project as they go easy on the hair and don’t tangle the hair.
25. Fabric-covered jewelry boxes.
This is such a thoughtful handmade gift, perfect for keeping your mom’s jewelry safe.
You can customize this with fabric that reflects her taste and personality.
28. Fabric passport holder.
If your mom travels a lot, giving her this will remind her of your love for her in every of her trip. Plus it also helps to protect the passport.
29. Hand-sewn fabric pet accessories like a collar or bandana.
As an extension of the love you hold for your mom, you can spoil your Mom’s furry friend in style, these accessories are handmade with love, adding a touch of charm to their look.
You can make collars, bandanas or even a dress for your mom’s pet. Be sure to make this with the right measurement of the pet so that this gift is effective.
30. Sewn fabric plant pot covers.
This is not your regular Mother’s day gift. If your mom is a plant lover, gifting her this will mean a whole lot to her, as this can add a touch of style to her planting hobby.
Also, you will need to get the right measurements of the plant pot that you are trying to dress to be able to create the correct plant pot cover.
31. Quilted wine bottle cover.
This is also very simple to create and is such a thoughtful gift to give to a Mom who loves wine.
32. Quilted laptop sleeve.
This is perfect for keeping her laptop safe. Also make sure you get the right measurements for this project as you do not want to end up with undersized or oversized laptop sleeves.
33. Personalized fabric wall art or banners.
Who said that you can’t create a wall art without knowing how to draw. With a very beautiful fabric, you can create a wall art or banner specially for your mom.
You can either make this with scrap fabrics or a fabric with a very beautiful print. I love this idea so much as it is an out of the box Mother’s day handmade gift idea to gift your mom.
I’m feeling so inspired and excited to get started on some of these ideas! I think what I love most about homemade gifts is the thought and effort that goes into creating something unique and meaningful for our moms.
Each project is a labor of love that will surely put a smile on our moms’ faces. And the best part is, sewing allows us to unleash our creativity and personalize each gift to perfectly suit our moms’ tastes and preferences.
I’m already imagining the joy on your mom’s face when she receives a handmade gift made with love just for her. Plus, crafting these gifts together will be such a wonderful bonding experience for you two.
Happy sewing!
This post showed you 33 handmade Mother’s day gift that you can sew.
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