The Classic Cool Gift Guide Is Here đ
Beautiful, useful, and creative gifts for sewists at all levels.
My 2025 sewing gift picks are here! I had so much fun putting this gift guide together.
While I havenât tried every item on the list (and there are no affiliate products here), these picks have that gift je ne sais quoi, selected to spark inspiration, celebrate craftsmanship, advance your sewing, or simply to bring joy.
Be sure to read to the end. There are so many wonderful things to discover.
So without further ado, hereâs Classic Cool Sewingâs Holiday Gift Guide.
Tools for the Sewing Room
Wooden Sleeve Board with Moleskin Cover & Pad
A sleeve pressing board makes pressing sleeves, pant legs, and other hard-to-reach areas much easier. So helpful for details like collars and cuffs, kid-sized garments, and of course, sewing sleeves.
Find it at Wawak.
Cohana Japanese Mini Scissors
How cute are these mini snips from Japan? Theyâre only 1.5 inches from tip of the blade to the end of the handle. Each pair comes with a snug leather sheath and is nestled in a gift-ready box.
Find it on Etsy from HandsOnWorkshop.
Hem Marker
Make marking hems easy! This hem marker marks hems up to 29â from the floor.
Find it at Wawak.
Fringe Twister
This fringe twister can be used to make fringe on blankets, shawls, tapestries, scarves, and more, or make individually twisted rope.
Find it on Etsy from Cuptisserier.
Ultimate Presser Foot Set
32 presser feet in one box. Like a box of chocolates, but with presser feet.
Find the set at MadamSew.
The Grand Gifts
A Smocking Pleater
Read Pleaters are made in South Africa and have worldwide distribution. As an alternative, Amanda Jane Pleaters havenât been made since 2014, but you can still find a well-loved one on Etsy or eBay.
Learn more at Read Pleaters.
Oval Wood Shaker Box with Handle
Simple and beautiful, this cherry wood shaker-inspired box is the perfect size for storing sewing notions or supplies.
Find it at Boston General Store.
Vintage Wooden Chest with 500 Skeins Assortment
This large chest of drawers contains a skein of DMC stranded cotton in every color. Plus, the top of the chest opens to store accessories and notions.
Find it at the DMC online shop.
Tulip Oharibako Sewing Box
These handmade paulownia wood boxes from Japan contain an assortment of useful notions, all dressed up in vintage kimono silk.
Find it on Etsy from KimonoMomo.
Professional Female Half Body Dress Form with Collapsible Shoulders
The most classic dress form with a pinnable torso, integrated seam lines, removable clip-in full length arms, and collapsible shoulders. (Collapsible shoulders are a must!)
Find it at The Shop Company.
Stocking Stuffers & Small-Sized Gifts
Initial Ribbon
Based on vintage French laundry tape designs, this initial tape can be used to personalize clothing and other items.
Find it at Boston General Store.
Cohana Japanese Millefiori Glass Head Flower Pins
These pins are made in Hiroshima and topped with hand blown glass heads using the traditional Italian millefiori (thousand flowers) technique.
Find it on Etsy from KimonoMomo.
Clover Stack ân Store Bobbin Tower
No more loose bobbins. Conveniently see all your thread colors at a glance with this tool that neatly organizes up to 30 bobbins.
Find it at Clover.
Wooden Metric Tape Measure
This little wooden tape measure is a recreation of vintage tape measures that wouldâve been found in French souvenir shops.
Find it at Boston General Store.
Cohana Kawara Magnetic Needle Holder with Sharpener
A handmade ceramic magnetic needle holder with sharpener, decorated with a floral pattern according to the Awaji Kawara tradition.
Find it on Etsy from AdrialleShop.
Pintuck Presser Foot with Double Needle Attachment
This small but mighty pintuck presser foot comes with three sets of twin needles in varying widths.
Find it on Etsy from CraftsArtSupplies.
If youâre lucky enough to unwrap a pintuck presser foot (or already have one), be sure to check out this post. (But a single needle and standard presser foot work just as well for this project.)
Fabric Scraps, A Leaf Pillow, & Pintucks
Thereâs a Japanese saying, If you can wrap three beans in a piece of cloth, then it is big enough to keep.
Gifts for Off the Machine
Santa Maria Novella Pot Pourri Lovers Gift Box
I was gifted a bag of this pot pourri years ago, and Iâve been obsessed since.
Santa Maria Novella pot pourri is a mix of leaves, roots, blossoms and buds that spontaneously grow in the Tuscan Hills maquis. One of the most iconic and appreciated Officinaâs products, it has been crafted in their workshop for over three centuries.
Find the Gift Box at Santa Maria Novella.
Santa Maria Novella Pot Pourri Bag
A must for every home. In addition to its iconic scent, it also repels moths and insects. This would also make a delightful hostess/host gift.
Find the Pot Pourri Bag here.
Classic Fabric Spray from the Laundress
Linen spray. Because if you sew, you iron, too.
Find it on The Laundress.
Dritz Tomato Pin Cushion Ornament
The iconic Dritz Tomato Pin Cushion transformed into a collectible ornament.
Find it at 123Stitch.
Flatter Ironing & Smoothing Spray
This starch-free ironing & smoothing spray freshens fabrics by relaxing wrinkles and banishing creases. Multiple scents available.
Find it at soak.
Whether youâre working hard to finish your gifts or answering the âwhat would you like?â question, please feel free to share this list with anyone searching for ideas. đ
Gifts for a Sewerâs Library
Pattern Magic Books Volume 1-4 by Tomoko Nakamichi
I love these books by Tomoko Nakamichi so much. You can shop them individually or as a set, and all are available in both Japanese and English.
Gutermann Mara 400-Color Thread Chart
I used to dash to Joannâs when I needed to match thread. Now that itâs gone, why not gift a Gutterman thread card? It shows 400 colors and is made from real strands of thread so that you can see the color and properties of the thread. A smart add to a sewistâs home library.
Find it at Wawak.
Tauko Magazine Subscription
TAUKO is an indie sewing magazine headquartered in Finland. A TAUKO subscription, an inspirational print bookazine, or a beautiful single PDF pattern is a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves to make.
Plus, every print issue ordered during the holiday season comes with a special âUnlimited Time for Sewingâ gift certificate, a gentle reminder that the best gifts canât be rushed.
Find this and more at TAUKO.
Zero Waste Sewing by Liz Haywood
Patternmaker and sewing teacher Elizabeth Haywood offers 16 wearable projects, designed to use 100% of the fabric, with no scraps or waste. Zero waste patternmaking not only makes fashion more sustainable, it also inspires inventive garment shapes!
Find it at BookShop.org.
Read Liz Haywoodâs Substack, The Craft of Clothes.
Gifts for Sashiko & Embroidery Enthusiasts
Laine Saint Pierre Embroidery Floss, 12 Vintage Colors
This decorative box holds 12 vintage style colors of Laine St. Pierre embroidery thread by Maison Sajou. Drawing inspiration from vintage haberdashery, Maison Sajou designs notions for sewing and embroidery from their headquarters in historic Versailles, France.
Find it at Boston General Store.
Hot House Flowers Silk Embroidery Thread Box
15 colors of hand-dyed silk in a fine weight, comparable to one strand of 6-stranded DMC. Itâs âsurprisingly visible using just a single thread, but to get incredible shading ply up 2 or 3 threads blending colors as you go.â
Find it on Etsy at PaintBoxThreads.
Sashiko Thread Box Set
29 colors of fine sashiko thread, all stored in a sturdy box. âJust like choosing a colored pencil, you can choose which color to use for sashiko from the full color palette.â
Find it at Brooklyn Haberdashery.
For the Sewist Who Has It All
Merchant & Mills Gift Card
Merchant & Mills offers timeless and beautiful sewing patterns, fabrics, notions, and ideas for a better world and a better wardrobe. And their fabrics are just plain gorgeous.
Find it at Merchant & Mills.
Tulip Needles Boxed Gift Set
Because a sewist can always use needles. This boxed set features six of the most popular Tulip needles, which are made in Hiroshima, Japan to exacting standards.
Find it on Etsy at KimonoMomo.
Petal Bin Sewing Set
A cozy trio of stitching essentials all tucked into one woolly little bin.
The set includes: Wool Felt Petal Bin â Soft, structured, and ready to corral your thread trimmings or tiny tools. Mini Pincushion â A petite felted wool pincushion nestled in a wooden base, preloaded with 3 pins and 2 needles. Gold Embroidery Scissors â Elegant 24k gold-plated scissors (made in Italy) with a linen ribbon tassel, perfect for snipping with precision.
Find it at Brooklyn Haberdashery.
Button of Admiration Gold Charm
A little piece of adoration. The button of admiration charm is made from recycled solid 14k yellow gold and comes on a length of pale blue quilterâs silk. Wear it as is, or on a chain or hoop.
Find it at Catbird.
Gifts for Kids and Kids at Heart
Schacht Incredible Rope Machine
This handy tool is versatile, useful, and just plain fun. Twist up decorative ropes from any yarn, mix colors, blend textures, go thick or thin, and use them for belts, trims, handles, and so much more.
Find it at Woolery.
Pokeori Mini Loom Weaving Kit, Blue
I love how Brooklyn Habbderdashery describes these pokeori mini weaving kits: quaint, small-scale weaving projects, ideal for crafters who adore creating intricate, bite-sized wonders.
âPokeori,â a charming term from Japanese, blends âpokeâ â hinting at something small and compact, like a pocket â with âori,â meaning to fold or weave. This delightful word translates to âpocket weavingâ or âminiature weavingâ in English.
Find the weaving kits at Brooklyn Haberdashery.
Knitting Nancy
A whimsical introduction to knitting, this colorful European wooden knitting doll creates belts, trims, and any rope-like creation you can dream up.
Find it at Woolery.
Snowflake Ornaments DIY Kit
Craft 6 personalized woven snowflake ornaments with this plastic-free decoration kit.
Find it at Brooklyn Haberdashery.
Wreath Ornament DIY Kit
With all materials included, this wreath decoration kit is a festive little project to enjoy during the holiday season.
Find it at Brooklyn Haberdashery.
I hope you enjoyed this gift list! And as always, thank you for being here and sharing the joy of sewing with me. Wishing you a warm and creative holiday season! â¤ď¸ ~ Jane
Hi Jane,
This is the best gift guide ever! It must have taken you ages to put together! Thank you.
So much to oooh and aaaah and lust over. I'm not even a very good sewer, and I'd like it all please Father Christmas ;)
On another note, have you had your baby yet? I've been wondering...
Deep into Christmas gift sewing here, well deep for me. Ha-ha!
I hope you and your family have a lovely Christmas. Merry, merry x
Dear Jane, I hope you don't mind I added my 2 cents.