9 Gifts You Can Batch Sew! And things to gift WITH them.

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LINKS to the videos and pdf patterns in this video:
Oversized hot pad video: • Large Hot Pads for Cas...
Oversized hot pad pattern: www.pincutsewstudio.com/shop/...
Pot holder video: • How to Sew Easy Pot Ho...
Pot holder pattern: www.pincutsewstudio.com/shop/...
Apron video: • How to Sew an Easy Apron
Apron printable tutorial: www.pincutsewstudio.com/shop/...
Mason jar cozies video: • How to Sew Insulated M...
Mason jar cozy pattern: www.pincutsewstudio.com/shop/...
Coffee sleeve video: • Coffee Sleeve Tutorial...
Coffee sleeve pattern: www.pincutsewstudio.com/shop/...
Book sleeves video: • How to Sew Easy Book S...
Book sleeves pattern: www.pincutsewstudio.com/shop/...
Pillow case video: • How to Sew a Pillow Ca...
Pillow case pattern: www.pincutsewstudio.com/shop/...
Tote bag video: • How to Sew a Basic Tot...
Tote bag pattern: www.pincutsewstudio.com/shop/...
Zipper pouch video: • Zipper Pouches! A Begi...
Zipper pouch pattern: www.pincutsewstudio.com/shop/...
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Happy Sewing!
Love, Nikki
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
1:25 Gift 1
2:45 Gift 2
3:09 Gift 3
4:31 Gift 4
5:17 Gift 5
5:59 Gift 6
7:22 Gift 7
8:48 Gift 8
9:49 Gift 9

[@laurahirsche3673]

I have made Christmas pillow cases for the last 15 years for the grands. Their gift is placed inside and the the case is tied with string. They love them. I love it! No wrapping. Lol

[@debrabutler5750]

Great ideas😊

[@cls96]

Thank you for the gift wrapping idea!!! 💡

[@thecirclesareround]

So genius 😭😭😭😭🤯

[@musedesignllc]

Oooo I am stealing this for my grands! I just got them this year, what a fun new tradition, thank you so much for sharing!

[@tammibaker]

​@@musedesignllc I'm also stealing this idea for my grands as well since I have 9!!

[@altl888]

I'm a 'beginner' sewer, but I already batch sew. I make heart pillows in two sizes for cancer patients. I started making them after using them for pain relief, after multiple chest surgeries for breast cancer. They are just a little on the understaffed side, as they need a little more give than what one might usually put in them. The pillow goes under the armpit, between the arm and chest, and REALLY reduces pain after biopsy, lumpectomy, or breast reconstruction surgeries. I've just recently expanded into making them for children's chemo units, too!

[@Lele-rj6ro]

That is awesome ❤

[@oldlady1314]

The heart shaped pillow is also great for a broken arm. (I know firsthand)

[@robinschwartz6977]

Awesome!

[@annas.r.p.5835]

Another item that is good for cancer patients is SEAT BELT PROTECTION PADS ... Used to keep the seat belts off of chemo ports. They are quick and easy .... YY has lots of videos on how to make them.

[@treasuresnownthen]

What size hearts do you make?

[@jillmoser4087]

I really like sewing pillow cases. I found a pattern on KZbin for a pillowcase with a hidden zipper pouch. Kids really like to hide their treasures in it!!! I made one for a foster kid, and he really like it. So no matter where he went he could hide stuff inside and none of the other kids would know where he kept his treasures.

[@PinCutSew]

That’s a cute idea!

[@pattymatteson8633]

I just batch sewed zipper bags and filled them with "feel better" items like throat drops, chapstick, hand lotion, tea bags, a pair of fuzzy socks, etc.... I volunteer with a moms of preschoolers program and I'm going to give them to the moms in my small group when they are under the weather. I've always thought it would be a nice thing to have on hand instead of trying to put something together every time a need arises. I love your videos! ❤

[@PinCutSew]

Such a sweet idea 💕

[@annep.1905]

I LOVE this idea! So sweet and thoughtful and useful!

[@dmarie1157]

Reversible table runners. Usually a Thanksgiving and Christmas fabric combo. I just use two 15-17" wide by width of different fabrics, place a layer of flannel in between and use the quilt pillowcase method to sew shut.

[@kyliemaslen5969]

a homemade eye mask would go great with a homemade pillowcase too!

[@user-pr4rt2xw9i]

I love making pillowcases! I would gift a pillowcase to each of my students at the end of the school year with a note to that says " Dreams can come true, so dream big!"

[@PinCutSew]

That is so sweet 😭

[@amberripa9336]

That is a very sweet idea!

[@rachelburgener819]

Awwhhhh🥰 what a blessing! ❤️😀

[@ellheath]

What a great idea! It almost makes me want to unretire.❤

[@user-wu7sv6hr7v]

Yes to all these great ideas, especially because they are quick and easy - I made a big round "placemat" the same size as our pizza pan to put under it on pizza night and we use it every week - used prequilted fabric from Joann, cut it in a circle and sewed bias binding around the edge and done. The one tip for prequilted fabric I have found of use is to zig-zag the edges to kind of squish it together as it makes it easier to put the bias tape on and sort of seals the stuffing.

[@lisafeldmann9863]

What a great idea! Thank you!❤

[@jesshothersall]

Oh I really like the idea of squishing the edges, thank you very much!

[@user-wu7sv6hr7v]

l learned it from a Fons and Porter quilting magazine article on making handbags with prequilted fabric years ago - it really makes a difference and also keeps some of the stitching from the prequilting from unraveling while you handle the fabric - happy sewing!

[@andreacody7416]

I iron my pillowcases! Not because I'm a perfectionist, but simply because I love having that crisp feel when I change sheets.

[@mbrech1088]

I iron sheets for the same reason. My friends says I'm crazy, but every time I put on a new sheet, it feels like I'm getting into a wonderful hotel bed. I waited until we were empty nesters to start it, but it makes me feel so pampered . . and he loves it too!

[@lindaelmore2040]

The hot pads are not just a placemat because for the hot pad you use a special batting for a hot pad or pot holder. It holds the heat in or could be microwaved if needed unlike regular batting. You ideas are really cute.

[@leslieparks6380]

I am currently making 12 mug rugs for my bible study group. We are studying the Fruit of the Spirit and I found fruit of the spirit fabric. I am pairing it with a cute glass coffee cup and a few Lindt Chocolates.

[@tlsnana9539]

Thank you for these great suggestions! I just batched sewed a few crayon wallets for a friend’s children. I then cut up some card stock, folded it in in half, filled w/ half dozen same-sized pieces of copy paper and sewed down the middle . . . I used long stitches so pages wouldn’t tear out too easily. Put the cute little “drawing” booklets in one side and got some fat dollar store crayons to put in the other side. Sounds and looks complicated but oh so easy. They take them everywhere.

[@PinCutSew]

Such a cute idea!

[@rachelburgener819]

That’s awesome!!! ❤️😀

[@HereatJodstas]

Where did you get the pattern for the crayon wallet? Sounds intriguing

[@MTB_CY21]

Hi, yes, I iron pillowcases. Old habit from growing up in Africa. My mom always told me that there is a fly that lays it's eggs on damp fabrics and ironing kills the hatchlings so they don't hatch and burrow into your flesh. The putsi and tumbu flies.

[@sharongrieser3978]

I’m one of those people who love to iron pillowcases!

[@naomic4623]

I USED to iron pillowcases. To be honest, I love how nice they are ironed but time is more valuable. I try to take them right out of the dryer and fold. 🤪🤪

[@ourcreativebeehive]

I batch sew burrito pillowcases for children in hospitals. I also batch sew simple 14-inch and 18-inch doll clothes like dresses, shorts with a top, pj's, and a simple sleeping bag. My daughter's and I hit thrift stores and garage sales for dolls. My oldest fixes them up, and then they get a backpack, clothes, shoes, socks, and a hairbrush with accessories. Then under our D.O.L.L. program, they are donated to children in foster care. ❤❤

[@PinCutSew]

That’s so cute!! What a great program!

[@suzannejambon4736]

I made the over-sized hot pad for my sister for Mother's Day. She has since asked for more and totally agrees with your sister, it's the gift she never knew she needed.😅 My daughter is a middle school reading teacher and I used your tutorial for bookmarks to make one for each of her students. I also made her a coffee cup sleeve. She enjoys the iced coffee as well and loves pulling her sleeve out of her purse to dress her cup up.

[@lovepuppy2242]

I want most of these for myself 😂😂😂

[@ceegee1070]

I iron pillow cases that I've sewn but not pillow cases that I've purchased. I guess it's a labor of love ; D Thank you for these great project ideas! I purchased your Ebook, How To Teach Sewing. I'm only a confident beginner but that maybe something I'm interested in the future. For now I have nieces that I feel I could teach, great ideas in your book and on you blog.

[@proud2bktsmama]

You could add chapstick holders and tissue cases (like for the travel sized tissues) to your list for next year. Those are pretty quick.

[@elisefecteau6883]

My boys (3 & 6) carry around matchbox cars, legos, marbles, etc in little zipper pouches.

[@rachelburgener819]

Such awesome ideas! Iron- as children we were taught starting with Dad’s hankies, then on to pillowcases, then Dad’s work shirts. Momma figured if we hadn’t ruined anything by then; we got to iron the dress clothes and table clothes. Momma also took in ironings(she got pd to iron sheet sets, not just pillowcases). Buy that was a job!!! I’ve always enjoyed ironing, I find it relaxing and satisfying. But as someone else stated with the different fabrics these days not near as much to iron. Anyways… I really look forward to batch sewing as you say. Thank You for your inspiration and encouragement. 🥰❤️😀

[@carolehamby1639]

Yes, I make pillow cases. And sometimes I embroider them with flowers, butterfly's , and him and here's. Also have made small pillows and cases with a little to put a lost tooth in it to make it easier for the Tooth Fairy. There cute for little ones.

[@carolehamby1639]

Oh, I for got on the pillow case put a small pocket to put the Tooth in.

[@kathleenkumiega1092]

I’m 80 so I’m old fashioned, I iron my pillowcases. I love the crispness of them when I change by bed. Thanks for the great ideas, I’m going to make several pillowcases & also large hot mats.

[@carolentringer8836]

How sweet to receive holiday aprons from your mom.

[@PinCutSew]

It really was the best gift.

[@brendaroberts4949]

I always iron my pillowcases. I love seeing the bed freshly made with nicely pressed folding creases …and yes, I actually do have a life. Lol.

[@janeybeasley9525]

I’ve just made Christmas pillow cases for my grandchildren and used them to wrap their advent calendars. Thanks for the ideas ❤

[@stellabella6839]

I am currently batch sewing Christmas stockings for my daughter and family. It really puts me in the Christmas spirit. Love your suggestions and I am loving the pillowcase idea. ❤

[@annas.r.p.5835]

I do a lot of Christmas theme sewing in January .... taking advantage of the sales of Christmas theme stuff in the fabric / craft stores. Once finished they get stored away in a Christmas decorated plastic bin. Any Christmas themed gifts are often given early especially if to a family I will not see in the holidays. ( I have family all over the states.) A quilt, quilted place-mats, potholders and other items get used and are appreciated.

[@carolynnilsen9270]

Yes - I iron pillowcases ! A small spray of starch a steam iron. Mmn nothing better than a smooth crisp ironed pillowcase to lie on xx

[@mangof.6054]

I'm batch sewing little drawstring bags for goodies at a Christmas pary! Just need to figure out an Christmas ish looking fabric I'm not attached to 😂

[@CPerry-ld9ko]

New subscriber here. I'm getting back into sewing after many years and just found your site. Lots of great projects to try and within my skill level! Many thanks.❤🇨🇦

[@Jabezgirl57]

I love these ideas and plan to make some of these. One gift I do is the casserole carrier, sometimes I put a glass pie pan in that I find at thrift store. Bowls fit nicely too. I try to gift these early so they are available for the holiday parties.

[@HereatJodstas]

Is there a particular pattern you use for that? Love to make one

[@EJsDaughter]

Hello. Great list. I batch sew the zipper bags as we fill them with supplies for the homeless. Pads/tampons, liners, lip balm, lotion, hand sanitizer, toothpaste w/toothbrush, soap pack, moist towelettes, emery board, breath strips, band aids. Thank you! I do not iron pillowcases.

[@journeyofamidwestquilter]

I am making a couple of over-sized hot pads for my mother-in-law, as well as a couple for myself! I have a TON of Bonnie and Camille Fat Quarters that I want to use, so they will be perfect for the hot pads. Also, I made a quilt to be sold at an auction my mother-in-law's church will be having on Saturday. It's a yearly event to raise money for the church. My mother-in-law fully intends to buy that quilt at the auction. So, I am going to make her a pair of matching pillowcases to go with the quilt, but I want to wait to make sure she actually wins the quilt first! 🤣

[@homeschoolwithyetisyumyums4084]

Im currently batch sewing headbands, scrunchies, and sleep masks. Last year I made a bunch of aprons and hacky sacks.

[@HereatJodstas]

What’s a hacky sack?

[@karenpowers2225]

This is FANTASTIC! You are such a thoughtful crafter and gifter!!! And no, I don't iron pillowcases either! 😅

[@lizreynolds4554]

Pillow cases are a fantastic gift for my children and grandchildren. Each one is specifically designed for each. So, easy and quick to batch sew.

[@kathylewis8571]

I made 3 Christmas pillowcases today! 3 more to go for Christmas!

[@brigitteevens851]

I always iron pillowcases! It feels great when you go to bed because they always seem new!

[@annewines2892]

Yes!😂 grew up ironing pillowcases and if I have time still will😊

[@vivianjones9130]

I've made a lot of tote bags and use one for my purse.

[@PinCutSew]

I do too!

[@Ocean.DreaMz]

I've batch sewn lap blankets custom to the kids favorite TV characters/ colors. & I love favorite color shades 2 sided, coasters for couples ( 2 in their favorite color +1 combo his/her color ir 1 side her fave other side his fave). Always a big hit

[@cjanderson768]

I made hanging kitchen towels for each of the holidays so they can be enjoyed all year. For my granddaughters I also made rag dolls and clothing for them. I can’t wait to see your kid gift ideas. I think I’m going to make pillow cases as gifts for next year, they look so cute!

[@dianeperry2729]

Definitely do not iron my pillowcases.. thank you for all the amazing gift ideas. 😊

[@pammusick2264]

Thank you! I love your style of presenting and your ideas. Some ideas aren’t new but you just make them sound better!!

[@PinCutSew]

Aw thanks 😁

[@debbiewood7718]

I am making my kids dice bags this year. We have ordered in materials for everyone to make their own dice sets too. It will be a fun time making dice. On Christmas morning I am putting fidgets into the bags so there is something inside.

[@angelasnyder2855]

I have batch sewn wine bottle bags as well as Christmas pillow cases and pjs for the elf on the shelf . 3 little Elf on the Shelf guys in our family…😂😂😂

[@TodayinJensSewingRoom]

I've only ironed pillowcases once or twice, because I like bamboo sheets and they get all wrinkly because they're basically rayon. But usually not. I think the time I did I was just having an "I have to control everything because this family is making me crazy" episode 😂 I have made (and sold) book sleeves - I line mine with ripstop nylon and do a magnetic closure, along with spraying the outside with Scotchguard. That way you can take them to the beach or the pool and not worry about books getting wet. They are such a fantastic gift. And now I'm off to get the coffee sleeve pattern because I always give Starbucks cards to all the kids - a sleeve will be nice to go with it!

[@jamirussell3616]

I batched sewed bowl cozies one year & those were a hit. When you want to heat up a bowl of something you have a concave “pot holder” for the bowl.

[@zigridlarsen1450]

I am so thankful for all of the ideas shared here so clearly and enthusiastic! I taught my granddaughters, 8 and 11 to sew bowl cozies for their family members and faraway cousins ( 10 cozies). Doing these assembly style kept the rotation for being on the sewing machine , cutting, pinning, etc., made it go smoothly. They loved doing this together! Only thing is, I forgot to have them sew two extras for me and my husband! Back to the sewing machine… 😊

[@purplemoon8637]

Lovely!

[@proud2bktsmama]

These are great ideas! Thank you for sharing!

[@dianamartin8618]

Thanks sooooo much!!!

[@jow-ml5wr]

Thanks for the ideas

[@katalins.murphy2825]

This is a great video! Thank you, tons of great inspiration.

[@donnacook2531]

Thank you for the ideas!

[@user-cp5cp9ts6q]

Last year I made pillowcases to match the quilts I made for my 2 youngest grandsons, they are teenagers and really liked them.

[@TeresaADavis]

Great video, Nikki! Thanks so much for all the wonderful ideas!

[@rosemarymonty5399]

You have such great ideas to make and add to the gift too.

[@pammeinzer6757]

Thank you for all the great ideas.

[@notesfromleisa-land7893]

Fabulous ideas! Thank you.

[@EFergDindrane]

That is the BEST fabric selection. You always have cool fabrics with foxes and mushrooms, and I love it.

[@lorigilmartin1807]

Another fantastic video!

[@melb9528]

Love the oven mitts and tote bags!

[@snapluka326]

So glad I found your channel!!

[@Imjetta7]

Great ideas, thank you!

[@carlaatkins2619]

You are the best!! So many cute Ideas. ❤

[@veraweeks8534]

Great ideas!!!

[@karenmcdonnell6657]

Thank you!!

[@marymayes8328]

Thank you so much for sharing! You inspire me to create🎉🎉🎉

[@tammygermonto2113]

I love your tutorials! And videos 😊. So far I’ve made your book sleeve, bookmark and pillowcases. Your instructions are very easy to follow. Thank you!

[@greenmissy]

If you add buttons or a zipper onto the pillowcases, you can gift with a lap blankets and travel pillow for car trips!

[@MarciaALW]

Great video! I love that these are practical gifts people can really use, while also being super cute.

[@crimequeencreates8248]

I’m definitely going to be making some oversized hot pads. I love this idea.

[@sheilakeating9089]

❤ your ideas. Thanks

[@janem3378]

Did two of your journal covers on Sunday. One with each grandchild. They were so excited picking out the fabric. ❤

[@mariecafagna1572]

Thank You! I enjoy your fun personality, makes you feel happy!

[@randyebastian8186]

“Back in the day,” all pillowcases had to be ironed, because all cotton fabric wrinkled heavily and shrank mercilessly! Thank you for your wonderful channel. I’ve learned so much.

[@PinCutSew]

That makes sense. I believe my grandmother ironed them, but she also folded her washcloths with the tags all facing the same way 😂

[@katherinegowan7549]

@@PinCutSew I do that and I’m not a grandma! 😂

[@PinCutSew]

Haha! 🫢

[@tlsnana9539]

True. . . before permanent press was a “thing,” I remember that, in the summer, my aunt kept her ironing in a pillow case in the refrigerator until she had time to iron. We were farm folks and she’d be busy constantly. I’m really not sure why. Yes I am! She took the clothes off line while still damp so she could iron w/o using starch. Didn’t have spray starch like we do now. By the way, she taught me how to sew. Every Saturday morning, I’d walk from our farm to to her farmhouse and we learned to make gingham pot holders, felt needle books, such sweet memories. She’s in her 90’s now. I think I’ll make something for her.

[@coloringwithpatwilson1506]

Hi Nikki! Well done. These are going to make some very nice gifts. tfs

[@kimberlyallen316]

All are really good ideas, i want to make all of them!

[@danadefreeuw4741]

The book cover could be used for a planner also. Pen in outside pocket

[@maryinthemaking7211]

So glad to find your channel! Great ideas and you are just darn fun to watch. 🤗 I love to give pillowcases for kids. I did that one year for the nieces and nephews for Christmas. I used it as a gift bag and filled it with sleepover goodies. But why not adults too. 🎉

[@LovingHandsDesign]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. Good ideas. I love batch sewing. ❤ Happy Holidays

[@lynngehringer1073]

Great Video! Thank you for all the wonderful ideas!! "Merry Christmas and a very Blessed New Year my friend"!!

[@annas.r.p.5835]

An item that is good for cancer patients is SEAT BELT PROTECTION PADS ... Used to keep the seat belts off of chemo ports. They are quick and easy .... YY has lots of videos on how to make them. Can be made in batches.

[@conniesmith3837]

Alot of cute ideas . Thank you. I liked watching your video. So I subscribed. 👍💜

[@deniseb9171]

Thanks Nikki, Great ideas, I've made your coffee sleeves and tons of pillowcases. I'll try your hot pads next!

[@heatherjurado3840]

The pillow cases are such s good idea!❤️💚 Yes, some crazy people iron their sheets 🤪like my mom😬I agree that's super crazy! Ahhhh, zipper pouches!!! I love it! Possibilities are endless❤️Thank you for sharing your ideas!!!

[@debbarrett9868]

I've bought most of your patterns and plan to make several for gifts. Already made some Mason jar cozies and will probably make some book sleeves. Thank you!

[@deek6115]

I totally expected you to show the famous Bowl Cozy! 😆

[@PinCutSew]

Can you believe I haven’t made a single bowl cozy!? 🤣🤣

[@user-gu7jx6fm1t]

I am making the casserole hot pads and cup cozies! Saw these on your instagram a while ago. I can’t stop!!! So easy and I found some fun combination fabrics. Thank you for what you do.

[@IrshRnr56]

Beautiful projects and I'm glad I found your channel! It's wonderful to find sewing people who are talented. Cheers! 😄😄

[@stacypoole8937]

I made bowl cozies, reusable shopping bags and travel tissues holder for gifts this Christmas. Thank for great ideals and for putting a smile on my face with your great videos.

[@deborahlindgren9669]

Great video! I want to iron my pillowcases!

[@wandawalker4191]

I just purchased the mason jar cozies and plan to make a bunch. They'll make great gifts all year long.

[@catrinarich3711]

Just discovered your channel. I liked and subscribed after 25 seconds. I'm looking forward to learning how to do some simple seeing projects and then to teach my daughter how to sew.

[@cheyennes7681]

With the pillow case you could do a whole pamper yourself kit. Sleep mask, hair cap, maybe eye cream or face mask.

[@sylviaminter4247]

Yes I iron pillow cases. I love your ideas thank you 😊

[@paigeauerswald4631]

These are such good ideas! I missed this video before Christmas but that just means I'm early for this coming year. Woot woot!

[@Sorchia56]

LOVE these ideas!!! My Nana refused to use fabric softener so I was ironing sheets & pillowcases for years! My da is the same so I bring my own sheets when I visit him and his wife. I’m done ironing sheets. I used to iron my Papa’s boxers as well 😮😂