If you’re in the mood for a little handmade magic this month, November is the perfect time to grab your sewing kit and start creating. The air is cool, the tea is hot, and your creative energy is begging for some simple things to sew.
Whether you want to make small gifts or just play with fabric scraps, these projects are easy, relaxing, and full of charm.
When the soup season hits, this is one of the simple things to sew that everyone appreciates. A microwave bowl cozy keeps your hands safe and your dinner stylish. Use 100% cotton fabric and batting (no synthetics!) so it’s microwave-safe.
If you really, really want a microwave bowl cozy for November but don’t quite have the time to sew one yourself, I’ve got you covered — here are a few cute ones I found online.
Hey, I know, I’m nice, right?
Okay fine… I’m not that nice — these are affiliate links, which means I’ll earn a tiny commission if you click and buy.But come on… I’m still kinda nice:
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Think of mug rugs as mini placemats for your coffee or tea. They’re cute, quick, and one of those simple things to sew that look far more complicated than they are. Mix cozy plaids, festive fabrics, and leftover quilting scraps.
Add a decorative button or even a stitched initial for a personalized touch. Mug rugs are excellent scrap busters and bring instant holiday coziness to your home.
As usual, if you don’t have the time or the motivation to sew a quilted mug rug, I’m sharing below a link to ready-made ones. That way, you’ll have more time to sip tea with your friends!
Oh, and I almost forgot — these are affiliate links (which basically means that if you click and buy, I’ll earn a tiny commission… probably just enough to buy one teabag). ↓↓↓↓
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And you know what? I also found this super cute and adorable sewing pattern for a cat-shaped mug placemat! 🐱
If you’ve got friends who are crazy about cats, it’s time to fire up your sewing machine and make them some purr-fect Christmas gifts! ↓↓↓↓
I’m sharing here some felt and linen links I found online so you can create cute tags for your Christmas gifts. These are affiliate links — which basically means that if you click and buy, I might earn a tiny commission… just enough to buy myself a cup of tea while you craft your masterpieces! ↓↓↓
November doesn’t need to be busy or stressful — it can be a month of slowing down with your sewing machine, a cup of cocoa, and a table full of simple things to sew. Each small creation brings a touch of warmth, a sprinkle of handmade joy, and a reminder that creativity thrives in the simplest stitches.
So thread your needle, grab your favorite fabric scraps, and get started on your list of simple things to sew — because sometimes the smallest projects bring the biggest smiles.
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— grab a cup of tea, get cozy, and let the inspiration begin!
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