I’m sharing the fourth of five weekly roundups including handmade gift ideas as part of the sixth annual Christmas in July Make Along! Last week’s theme was handmade gift ideas for home and this collection includes 22 crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns for blankets, washcloths, ornaments, cozies, Christmas stockings, and more, along with 55 more ideas to get your creative juices flowing!
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22+ Free Handmade Gift Ideas for Home
Last week’s theme for the Christmas in July Make Along was gifts for home. It’s never too early to get a jump start on the handmade holidays! Today’s roundup includes 22+ free crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns for handmade gift ideas for home, including projects for the bedroom, kitchen, dining room, and living room. Find your next project in this collection of gift ideas for anyone on your handmade holiday list!
10 Crochet Patterns
These 10 free crochet patterns for gift ideas for the home include blankets, ornaments, cozies, a draft stopper, a table runner, a pillow, and a hot pad.
- Miranda Pillow by Underground Crafter: This simple pillow combines two crochet favorites: granny squares and corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet.
- Wooden People Ornament by Rich Textures Crochet: These adorable ornaments use wooden peg dolls for a base.
- Francesca Angel by Oombawka Design Crochet: This is one of over 20 patterns for angels in the collection.
- Long Cat Door Draft Stopper by Moogly: This draft stopper is also a great gift for cat lovers!
- Naples Table Runner by Sandra Stitches: This open work table runner gives the feel of Italy to your home decor.
- Christmas Sweater Mason Jar Cozy by The Stitchin’ Mommy: This cute cozy is a great wrap for a mason jar mix gift.
- Shark Plant Cozy by Blackstone Designs: This fun pattern is a great addition to any shark enthusiast’s home.
- Patchwork Prism Baby Blanket by Handmade by Stacy J: This pattern includes written instructions and video tutorials.
- Monstera Leaf Blanket by Lovable Loops: This pattern uses popular corner-to-corner (C2C) crochet.
- Fried Egg Hot Pad by Posh Pooch Designs: This cute hot pad is a companion to the Breakfast Toast Coasters. Both include written instructions and video tutorials.
6 Knitting Patterns
These six free knitting patterns for gift ideas for the home include blankets, washcloths, a cozy, a decorated wreath, and a basket.
- 3 Dishcloths by Smiling Colors: Dishcloths make great gifts for babies and adults alike!
- Christmas Egg Cosy by Marianna’s Lazy Daisy Days: This tiny Christmas stocking hat makes a great cozy for eggs.
- Windmill Blanket by ABC Knitting Patterns: This pattern makes a large baby blanket or a throw.
- Christmas Cheer by Frankie Brown: This decorated wreath includes Candy Canes, Oranges, Snowflake Biscuits, Mulled Drinks, Hot Chocolate, and Fairy Lights, with each pattern available as a downloadable PDF.
- Chunky Storage Basket by A Box of Twine: This timeless storage basket is knit from the top down on circular needles in the round.
- Easy Peasy Chevron Chunky Throw by See Love Share: This simple textured pattern is adorned with fringe.
6 Sewing Patterns
These six free sewing patterns for gift ideas for the home include a pillow, a playing card holder, a pincushion, Christmas stockings, a tea towel, and a casserole carrier.
- Simple Patchwork Christmas Pillow by 5 Little Monsters: This pattern can be easily customized for the recipient by changing the fabric type.
- Card Kitty by Sew Can She: This playing card holder makes a great gift for kids and adults who enjoy playing card games.
- Simple Sprocket Pincushion by Down Grapevine Lane for Diary of a Quilter: This tutorial includes tips for making a perfect round shape.
- Sequin Stockings by Sweet Red Poppy: Make 3 stockings from 1 yard of sequin fabric.
- DIY Embellished Tea Towel by Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom: This simple pattern is a great gift for your favorite home cook or baker.
- Casserole Carrier by Heather Handmade: This insulated casserole carrier can be used with square, rectangular, or round casserole pans.
Still looking for more handmade gift idea inspiration? Check out these roundups for 55 more handmade gift ideas for home:
- 17+ Log Cabin Patterns including crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns,
- 13+ Scrap Yarn Crochet Patterns,
- 13+ Christmas Stocking Patterns to sew, and
- 12+ Handmade Gift Ideas for Home including crochet, knitting, and sewing patterns.