Sewing For Birthdays

Today’s blog is all about sewing for birthdays!

There’s nothing like a celebration to give you a reason for some special sewing. And what better occasion than a birthday? Sewing for birthdays can mean sewing gifts, decorations, special birthday outfits, and more. Let’s look at some fun ways to incorporate sewing into birthday celebrations!

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Sewing Gifts

A classic example of birthday sewing would be to sew a gift! There are so many fun ways you can add a touch of creativity and hand made care into a special gift. Sew something useful, beautiful, fun… the options are endless. Here are some favorite ideas that you can make using FREE tutorials from Boo and Lu!

A tote bag! This is a universally useful gift, as it can be used for everything from a book bag to a grocery bag! Here is a wonderful pattern for a tote bag from Boo and Lu.
For the fitness enthusiast, how about a yoga mat carrying bag?
A cosmetic zip bag or crossbody bag is a fun option for your favorite fashionista!
A chic wallet purse is a stylish and classic gift.
Know someone who likes to cook or bake? How about an apron? Find a free kids apron here, and an apron hack tutorial for making a summer dress into a vintage style apron here.
You could gift a handmade lunchbag to a friend and fill it up with all their favorite treats!

Sewing Birthday Outfits

Of course one way to sew a gift is to sew a birthday outfit for the person who you are celebrating! That could be a child, a friend, a family member, and of course, YOU! You can sew a pattern of their choosing, use special birthday themed fabrics, go for a special occasion look, etc. Check out this delightful gallery of birthday sews from our tester team!

Sewing for a Party

A final way to sew for birthdays is to sew for a party. From decor to favors, there are lots of fun ways to bring a handmade to touch to the ceclebration!

Sew a banner! A series of hemmed triangles in various fabric hung on ribbon is a great way to add custom flair to a party
Make a table cloth! Use fabric in the theme of the party to make a special covering for the gift table, cake table, and more!
Wrap gifts using fabric! It is a sustainable, beautiful way to wrap a gift. Here is a tutorial!
Make handmade party favors! Bows, drawstring bags, and even this cute heart shaped purse are fun party favors to give out.

No matter what you choose, there are so many ways to make sewing for birthdays part of how you celebrate. Make fun decorations, do handmade party favors, create a special gift, sew a custom birthday outfit… the options are endless. Birthdays are a time to celebrate, and sewing something special and personal is a lovely way to show you care.