10 FREE & EASY Gifts To Sew Up In LESS than An Hour! / A Gift To November

[@ritaadler-everett5392]

Just adding my appreciation to those below for the super gift ideas, Ruann! They are the most unique ideas I've seen so far. Thank you for doing the work. I think several people in my life will be getting travel gifts this year. My favorite are the packing cubes. I use them every single time I travel but I need more. The cubes are also wonderful for storing fabric. I use large ones to put all my themed fabrics in such as Christmas or fancy sparkly or brocade fabrics. Using mesh on top makes it easy to see what's inside and this way these, less used, fabrics don't take up room on my shelves. Thanks for keeping me company in my sewing room!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Ooh that’s such a good idea for the packing cubes!

[@meretenormann-nielsen7036]

You could also use clear plastic tablecloth to make the top- then it’ll be see through and dust free

[@pjacksreads536]

I started yesterday. My gifts are helping me work on my stash!!! I’m a slow sewer. I like to take my time. I enjoy the process.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Great job! 👏

[@ljnoble5171]

The washcloth travel pouch might be something to make if you're providing presents for your local food bank / community kitchen. I remember my mum crying in the supermarket when she had to choose between buying loo roll and toothpaste, and getting something like this would have been such a wonderful gift.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Oh that’s such a fab idea. Sometimes we don’t know how lucky we are x

[@elizabethc3842]

It is always good to tell folks low on money that baking soda in a box is around one dollar US and it works great as toothpaste, lasts for months. When my kids were teens I had to spend almost all my money to keep them fed so extras were hard to buy so I learned alternatives that had more than one use. I've even had to wash clothes with a bit of dish soap and baking soda (I have to say it made the clothes really white and throwing a few clean tennis balls in the dryer with the clothes softened them up without softner).... I also used flannel that I cut into toilet paper wide straps, ran them on the surgery making 8 inch long rectangles, then just roll them on tp paper tubes and we used those for the on non-poo wiping... just dropped them into a diaper pail with soapy water, when it was. Full I throw them into the wash with a bit of bleach with washing powder. Saves a bunch on toilet paper which we only use for poo wiping... Just saying

[@gigiBmimi]

Lots of great ideas here. I think I will use the make-up brush holder pattern and whip us a paintbrush wrap, a crochet hook wrap, a fork/spoon/knife wrap for picnics....

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Sounds great!

[@shirleyscott6997]

Love these ideas. I use packing cubes that I’ve bought myself but never thought of making my own. Using a shower curtain is genius. Thanks for the suggestions x

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You’re more than welcome lovely 🥰

[@LisaFrazer-i6w]

I love it each year when this challenge comes out. I get such cute ideas.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Yay! Thank you!

[@mizzbhaivnathome]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful ideas with us!! I love how this challenge not only shares great gift ideas but it introduces me to new vloggers!!!❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome! 🤗

[@kimberlythomas3961]

Amazing ideas - it must be a challenge to come up with new ideas in year three - thanks for the great new ideas, too!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome!

[@nicolemitchell446]

These were great ideas! Thank you! My daughter is travelling overseas for the first time in January and I think the makeup pouch would be great, and the face washer roll for her teeth items. I might try to incorporate a zip pocket for her retainer. She’s always worried she will loose it. Thanks again!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

That's a great idea! 🥰

[@evelynspanner2963]

Closet safe is going to be a winner in our motorhome. Thanks Ruan.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Ooh yes!

[@physioontheriver7325]

Brilliant ideas - things I’ve not seen before - really like the hanger safe! Diana

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you liked it x

[@lynnecomb8536]

Repeating what others have said but, thank you for sharing the best gift ideas I have seen so far. Other videos I have watched for gift ideas all seem to have the same things on their lists. Love watching your videos so, thank you again x

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome! Thank you ☺️

[@craftsbycheryl74]

I’ve just made two of the closet safe patterns from this designer. Great pattern and easy to follow ❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Wonderful!

[@madebykarenmarie]

Love these ideas, Ruan! Great idea to make something travel related. I'll have a look at those packing cubes for sure.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Aren’t they great!

[@alisonwilliams3806]

Great ideas Ruan, particularly love the cat pad & make-up pouch will have a look at those. Many thanks 😊

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

No problem 👍

[@jacmary6580]

Great ideas, Ruan. I will be making the cat pad for my daughter 😊

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Go for it!

[@RoamingwithRover]

Just found you… new to sewing and these are right up my alley!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Oh I’m so glad! Welcome 🤗

[@gloriafrancis7621]

Some great ideas there! Thanks for sharing. I crochet flannels, book markers, floral appliques for greeting cards artwork as quick gifts for friends and family 😃

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

How lovely x

[@cindy7702]

wow.. Good ones Ruan.. I will certainly be making some of them.. Thank you so very much..

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Have fun!

[@sosewmad]

Awesome suggestions Ruan I’ll definitely be making some of these❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

😊

[@dianehess3706]

Lots of great gift ideas. Definitely will have a go at some of them. It’s lovely that you take the time to do the research but share with us. Thank you 😊. Your friend Diane ❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome! 🤗

[@AudreyDicks-z6l]

Thank you for taking the time to vlog, I will be making some of these ideas and sharing via email, such a good idea for those of us not on instagram x

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome!

[@sunflowersammee1994]

Hi Ruan... Thank you for sharing these great gift ideas! You are the best!! 😊

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you like them! Xx

[@lindataylor43]

Fantastic ideas RUAN will be making a few of them, thankyou

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you like them!

[@lauragoodman3378]

I'm so glad you popped up on my feed. I look forward to your other videos

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Thank you for joining me 🤩

[@KimtheElder]

The kitty wrap and the hangar are my faves! Really enjoyed - thank you!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you enjoyed it ☺️

[@ccp634]

Love the cat heating pad!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

It’s so cute isn’t it!

[@alisonlowrie7220]

Love all of these. Thank you so much ❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you like them!

[@carolcurley7840]

Thank you for such brilliant ideas. I shall be making a lot of these for Christmas presents for my grandchildren . I have 8 from 3 years to 14 years, 6 girls and 2 boys and like to make their presents so they are personal to them. 👍

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Oh how lovely 🥰

[@maz9917]

Well done Ruan. Some fantastic original ideas. Thanks for your hard work. ❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

My pleasure!

[@MargaretSwann-j5w]

I loved all the suggestions. Thank you so much for your video. Love, Margaret from Mississippi USA

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome! 🤗

[@alexandriaspann8194]

I wish I had seen this at the beginning of the month oh well. OH I WANTED TO SAY THAT I AM LOVING YOUR HAIR COLOR

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Thank you so much ☺️

[@43469]

Hi Ruann, sewing beginner and fellow Yorkshire gal here! Just finished making the roll up make-up carry case, but adapted it a bit for my niece and nephew and put some stationary, chocolate and toys for Christmas. I hope they like them. Thank you so much for the channel and pattern recommendations. Learning so much ❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Oh that’s such a lovely idea!!! ❤️

[@jomoresi3111]

Fantastic ideas! I definitely want to make the coat hanger safe & the packing cubes.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Go for it! They’re fab aren’t they!

[@Lindam47]

Great ideas Ruan, thank you.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you like them!

[@nataliebateman6980]

Great ideas! Love the packing cubes. I use them all the time don’t know why I’ve never thought of making some! Awesome 💕

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you like them!

[@elliespiring7642]

Thanks. First gift idea with things that people would really like. Actually I would like some of these things for myself.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

I was the same. I’d love some of these 🤣

[@mariontilton8494]

Great ideas Ruan. Will definitely be making some of those.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Have fun!

[@janicecoulson5388]

I find the teabag wallets useful, you can put in a selection of teabags, handy to keep in your workbag

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Ooh I saw that! It nearly got on my list but my video would have been too long 🤣

[@krisqueen5939]

Good idea😊

[@mafish7962]

Fab ideas! Tfs, Laura ❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@MountainAccentsSewing]

Great video, Ruan. I love your gift ideas.❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Thank you! 🤗

[@maggiecraven9625]

Brilliant ideas Ruan. Thank you for the video. Xx

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You’re welcome 😊

[@joedyermech]

There! I happened upon this video as I'm sitting here sewing for my sister's November birthday. I'm thinking I'm gonna have to add in one of those closet safes… What a great idea! Subscribed.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

So glad it was helpful. Welcome onboard 🤗

[@denisekendall7147]

Brilliant ideas. Thanks. I'm going to use the make-up brush roll up thingie (technical term) and adapt it for my daughter-in-law who paints. She can use it for some of her brushes. Take care.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

What a lovely idea 😊

[@denisekendall7147]

@theyorkshiresewgirl I quite like the idea of the makeup bag, but she wouldn't go for that. Might make myself one and those cubes for suitcases for next time I go away in March next year.

[@KTquiltsandsews]

These are super clever, very fresh ideas Ruan. Thank you very much. I don't think I had ever seen any of these before. xx Karen

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you like them! X

[@gaitedgirl85]

Love so many of these ideas! Most folks are getting quilts for christmas but I'm now thinking of doing some smaller things. Thanks so much!!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You’re more than welcome 🤗

[@HeatherBulcock]

Fantastic ideas Ryan, many that I haven’t seen or heard of before. Especially love the travel ones

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@cindyhappel7376]

This is the first time I’ve heard of this and am excited. I make several gifts each year and these are some good ones. I can’t wait to join in the fun!! Thank you so much for this video and all the info!!😊

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome! Glad you’ll be joining in 😊

[@samjones9465]

New subbie here, love your easy, chatty video. Look forward to binge watching more of your videos

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Welcome!! So lovely to have you join us 😊

[@laurihuhn4727]

You crack me up! I am chuckling now. Seriously, some nice ideas here and thank you for doing this vlog.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@debbiecarter6430]

Some great ideas, thanks Ruan. Cat heat pad is my favourite. 😊

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Mine too!

[@Julie_sews_her_own_clothes]

I love these Ryan. Cat warmer pillows, how flippin’ cute are they! 😍😍

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

They’re fab aren’t they Julie!

[@lorrainewhiting1267]

Fabulous ideas Ruan. Thank you.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

No problem 😌

[@JanetteTaylor-q8x]

Thanks Ruan, great ideas, I especially love the packing cubes and gift card holders. ❤❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome!

[@mariacumming4057]

Everyone is getting a cat heat pad this year 😂 lovely ideas. Thanks for another fun video ❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Thanks for watching!

[@janethiggs2663]

Another great vlog. Thank you so much!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@corneliafrost1952]

Oh wow! Love your video and great to meet you 😊! Excellent gift ideas and can’t wait to get started 😁

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Yay! Thank you!

[@sallygaddis8829]

I’ve done the hand warmers: the can also be used as a cold pack. Pop some in a ziplock/plastic bag and into the freezer. 😊

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Ooh love that!

[@Kathleen_Theriault]

Interesting ideas and different from most I’ve seen. I especially love the commenter who suggested making the travel pouches for food banks. I volunteer with an organisation that does a lot of outreach in the underhoused community and wonder if these might be worthwhile making up!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

How lovely would that be ❤️

[@gwenasprey764]

Brilliant vlog, I was given the coat hanger a few years ago in beautiful satin and lace. I keep all my tights in it. Also received the makeup bag with my initial on the the flap. Just love it. Thank you for the other ideas

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Oh how lovely 🥰

[@susanonealsmith8434]

New subscriber here, love your ideas!! Planning to use several for gifts this Christmas! Thanks so much!❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Welcome!!🤗

[@Princess_karen]

New subscriber to your channel, these are wonderful ideas, thank you so much

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Thank you for joining me 🤗

[@knotsandneedlescrafts]

Some brilliant ideas! I am still at a loss as to what to make this year 😂. I love using the travel pillow in the car. Not sure why i haven’t ever thought of this before 😅

[@eileengoertz8632]

Make up brushes bag would be great for my wood chisels for my wood carving. Thanks for the great idea.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Oh what a fab idea!

[@kathleennewbern480]

I plan to make a pair of hand warmers. It sounds like a great idea.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Oh fab! Enjoy x

[@yvethemetriccrafter688]

Only just found your channel , i have subbed, i loved this video ,i will be making some of the items for sure !

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Thanks for subbing! So glad you enjoyed it 🤩

[@HK-il9gk]

Thank you for the ideas much appreciated 😊

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome!

[@shirtydeeds]

The llama heating pad is so cute!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Isn’t it 🥰

[@nicky-Sewandsnip]

Fantastic ideas. Im now wondering if I could make the packing cubes and makeup bag as gifts to myself before I go away🤔

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Ha ha. I felt the same 🤪

[@honestlyimadeit]

Fantastic video, I made the hand warmers last year for a Christmas fair and they sold amazingly

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Fantastic! 😊

[@elainedewhirst6037]

Hi Ruan, some great quick ideas. I’ve made the closet safe before they are great. I also make the seat belt travel cover with chemo patients in mind as many have port lines where the belt rubs. X

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Oh that’s so thoughtful ❤️

[@bethk1402]

Hi from Houston, Texas! Fabulous bunch of ideas, thank you for putting them all together. I am eyeballing the cat warming pillows and the travel pillow. Oh! And the makeup bag and rollup little bag. So fun to have found your channel😄, which I found because I was watching Cara at SoSewMad🥳

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

So glad to have you join us 🥰

[@angienorman5974]

Thank you for all the “different “ ideas!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome!

[@SewLikeDotty]

Omg fabulous ideas Ruan. Thank you so much x

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome! Thanks for having me ☺️

[@kimhanback1302]

My oldest grandson is an artist. I'm thinking about making him one of the roll up bag for his birthday next year for his charcoal pencils and paint brushes. Thank you for the ideas. I know if three projects I'm going to make.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

That is awesome! 🤩

[@carolainsworth8673]

Thank you, some great ideas. ❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome!

[@ladylouise1969]

Great ideas! Thank you so very much!! :+)

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you like them!

[@ptoste1]

Thank you so much for sharing so many lovely ideas. I’ve been sown some gifts like little wallets and shopping bags. There are some free tutorials out there . I’m Portuguese so I watch mostly Brazilian tutorials with free patterns too 😅😊❤❤❤

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You are so welcome!

[@Aberto]

What great ideas❤️

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you like them!

[@InAgatasCottage]

Lovely ideas Ruan.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Thanks lovely 🥰

[@zormier2002]

That is genius!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Thank you x

[@annsheldrake3554]

Great ideas. I would love to do some of them.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Go for it!

[@constancegarcia8053]

Fantastic list, great job!!! 🧵🧵🧵 💗💗💗

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Thank you!! 😁

[@lynnelister7364]

Love your ideas Ruan I’m off down a rabbit hole now🥰🎁🌲🎅🤶

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Have fun!

[@TheFrenchSeams_vlog]

Very cool ideas.. I’m totally taken by the make up case!!! Yes I absolutely lose everything in my current makeup bag! #middleage Happy festive sewing xxx

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

🤣🤣. It’s a game changer!

[@annebishop4976]

Really good ideas. Thanks Ryan x

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

You're so welcome!

[@alisonkirk5720]

As always Ryan fab-u-los! 🎉 I have to make things for a sale at my Mum’s residential home and always get great ideas for quick makes from you 🤩 I think I will try the makeup drawstring bags as I looked at those last year but made wine bags instead! Thanks again xx

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Love that!

[@mostlyharmless1918]

That roll-up makeup carrying case is also beloved by fountain pen nerds. The ones I know want them in lighter colors that show the pretty inks that will inevitably leak onto the case. Make it a little sturdier by using light canvas for the outside layer - fountain pens are valuable so a little protection is nice.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

That is such a lovely idea 😍

[@karolmolpus9536]

Clever hanger safe!!!

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Its great isn’t it!

[@pamhuckle3029]

Another idea. From Canada. Fleece mittens. Two styles, draw around the Hans and add seam allowance, or the 3 piece ones. I fine the hand draw type a better fit for me.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Love that!

[@cindyhmcdaniel4977]

Great idea with fleece!! Last year, I found nice kitchen towels … used the fabric to make the oven mitt cover, sliding over an older one. Also. “Pockets” to cover older square hot pads. The turquoise gingham matched a turquoise Dutch oven which was a gift to my cousin by her daughter.

[@angelalysandrou4830]

Thanks for some great ideas

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you like them!

[@NolaHarris]

Loved your video another idea that people here are doing is bowl cosies for a hot bowl of soup or cold ice cream . If you need a pattern I will draw you one. Just ask. Hugs Nola from Alberta Canada

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Love bowl cosies. Such a great idea 😊

[@amandabucci2777]

Thank you! Some original ideas too, not just the same old things 😅

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you like them!

[@bevyjeanheyrman8537]

I HAVE OVER 20 GRANDKIDS.THESE ARE FUN IDEAS

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Woweee! That’s amazing 🤩

[@kathleenoman726]

Seat Belt Travel Pillow - this is also excellent for anyone you know who is about to have breast cancer surgery, whether it be a lumpectomy or a mastectomy. That area of the chest becomes very tender, not just the part that's had surgery. Speaking from experience, you feel every little bump in the road times 10, etc. Not just breast cancer but any type of upper body surgery.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

That’s such a good point ❤️

[@elizabethc3842]

I love your shelcing unit, what are theycalled and maybe what company did you purchase them from? Your craft room is lovely and your ideas are stellar.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

@@elizabethc3842 hi there 👋🏼. They are from IKEA and they are called KALLAX 👍🏼

[@elizabethrobles9934]

Great suggestions.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Glad you like them!

[@clareyoung4164]

Some great ideas there, thank you. I love the coat hanger safe. I think these would also be great for horsey friends, who compete with their four legged friends, to keep all the little bits together, with their competition jacket ie; best gloves, hair net, (I know, 😂odd but most of us wear a hairnet under our hats at competitions), hair scrunchies, tie, bit of lip gloss, rescue remedy😮/hip flask (for Dutch courage) etc. 😊

[@Angelchakra]

That’s a great idea! My daughter is starting to do horse shows soon, this would really help her too 😊 love that she’s not the only one with rescue remedy in her pocket too! 😂 Kate x

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

That’s such a fab idea!

[@clareyoung4164]

@@Angelchakra she most definitely won’t be the only one with rescue remedy in her pocket 🤣. If she plaits her horse for shows, a vendor type apron is also a really useful make, to keep all the plaiting things to hand while she’s plaiting x

[@nataliestanchevski4628]

I love the cat themed heating pads but I think with a little creativity you could make them look like Dachshunds for dog people.

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Love this!

[@velvetvert9431]

Love the closet safe - how about for traveling where you want somewhere good to put your passport if the hotel doesn't have a safe

[@theyorkshiresewgirl]

Fantastic idea x