10 Easy Holiday Gifts to Make on Your Embroidery Machine

Handmade Gifts

We all know that handmade gifts are the very best. But you don't have to make something huge to make an impact. . .you can whip up a perfect present on your embroidery machine in just an hour or two!

Here are 10 of my favorite ideas. Psssssst...these projects are great for both beginners AND seasoned embroiderers. Have fun! ❤️

#1: Christmas Morning Felt Stockings

Made entirely in-the-hoop, Christmas Morning Felt Stockings feature adorable applique gifts. Stitch the stockings in four sizes  (in 5×7, 6×10, 8×12, and 9×14 hoops) and stuff with sweet surprises! 

You can purchase and download Christmas Morning Felt Stockings HERE. 

#2: Stay Cozy Bench Buddy

Our Stay Cozy Bench Buddy features dazzling mittens, a playful penguin, and seasonal stitching. You can create a pillow as shown below OR make a wall hanging and more!

Purchase and download the Stay Cozy Bench Buddy design HERE.

#3: Cocoa & Cookies Tea Towel

Welcome to the Kimberbell cocoa stand, where cocoa and cookies are "served nightly ‘til Christmas!” This design is super fun to give with a cocoa mix and a plate of cookies.

Purchase and download the Cocoa & Cookies Tea Towel design HERE.

#4: Seasonal Wreaths

Another idea is to create a gift with Seasonal Wreaths!  Designs include two sizes of Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall.  Add a monogram from our Leafy Vine Alphabet for an extra personal touch!

Purchase and download Seasonal Wreaths HERE and our Leafy Vine Alphabet HERE.

#5: Zipper Pouches

It's SEW fun to stitch a zipper pouch in-the-hoop of your embroidery machine! (And who can't use another one?!) Send a little sunshine to your friends this winter with a Bright & Beamy Zipper Pouch.

Purchase and download the Bright & Beamy Zipper Pouch HERE. 

#6 Sweet Feet

Looking for a unique gift idea? Try Kimberbell Sweet Feet! Stitch entirely in a 4x4 or 5x7 hoop, then fill with  treats and more. Kimberbell Sweet Feet are just the right size and ALWAYS in style.

Purchase and download Sweet Feet Vol. 1 HERE and Vol 2 HERE!

#7: Mug Rugs

Mug Rugs are a thoughtful gift for the people on your nice list . . .and there are so many to choose from! For example, you could stitch this design from Mug Rugs Vol. 4 and give with cocoa, a mug, and peppermints. 

Purchase this design from your favorite quilt shop or wherever Kimberbell products are sold!

#8: My Bloomin' Pen Pocket

A new notebook is a great gift for friends because it's sure to be used! But if you want to take things to the next level, stitch a darling pen pocket to wrap around it. (They're super easy to make!)

Purchase and download the My Bloomin' Pen Pocket HERE! 

#9: Holiday Jar Toppers

There's been a lot of buzz lately about Kimberbell's new Holiday Jar Toppers  (and for good reason)! They're easy to stitch and SO festive and fun. In addition to jars, you can make ornaments and more . . .

Purchase this design wherever Kimberbell products are sold, and click HERE for ideas for filling your jars! 

#10: North Pole Stuffies

Our giftable Snowman, Elf, Polar Bear, and Yeti  stuffies come in three sizes each for 5x7, 6x10, and 8x12 hoops. Create them on your embroidery machine, fill with polyester fiber, and close with a few hand stitches!

Purchase and download Kimberbell North Pole Stuffies HERE.  (Which one is your favorite?)

Oh, What Fun . . .

These ten ideas are just the tip of the iceberg. What are some of your ideas? There's so much you can do in just an hour or two with your embroidery machine and fabric from your stash.

And oh, what fun it is.

Remember to think beyond specific projects, too, as individual designs from any Kimberbell project can be used in a variety of ways! For example, if you have our Cup of Cheer Advent Quilt,  you could take just one of those designs and stitch it on a tote bag! Or you can give one of our Vault or Buy-a-Block designs a try!

Please be sure to share your holiday creations with us in our Kimberbellas (and Fellas, Too) Facebook group. We'd love to see them, and YOUR unique ideas spark creativity for all of us.

Happy stitching (and giving)!