What a crazy year it’s been! Can you believe that Christmas is just around the corner? If you’re like most people around the world, the days have blended together over the last nine months. When you couple that with the continual stress of the COVID-19 pandemic, who could blame you if you haven’t managed to complete your Christmas shopping yet?
Not to worry, there’s still plenty of time. If you’re an avid quilter in search of a last-minute yet thoughtful DIY gift idea for the loved ones on your holiday list, we encourage you to shop small this holiday season with 118 Fabrics & More. Sure, there may not be enough time in your busy schedule to complete a full-sized quilt to gift someone with this Christmas, but who said the art of quilting was limited to just that? There are plenty of small-scale quilted gifts you can put together!
Here are just a few of DIY ideas for you to explore:
DIY Face Masks
What better gift or stocking stuffer could you ask for in 2020? When the COVID-19 pandemic first started sweeping the globe, we were in awe of how many quilters were putting their skills to use to create face masks. Now nine months later, we’re still in need of protective face coverings when we go outside. Having some options with cool designs may make things seem a little less daunting. Grab a few fun fabrics you know friends and family will love, some interfacing, and elastic and you’ll have an easy, thoughtful gift in no time!
Colorful Quilted Coasters
Have a pile of spare quilt patches laying around? Use them to make a set of colorful drink coasters! This idea is so quick and simple to execute, yet so impactful. Not only are drink coasters practical, but quilted coasters are pretty unique, making them a fun talking point for loved ones when they are (eventually) able to entertain again. An added bonus: if a spill happens, quilted coasters can just be popped in the washer for a good-as-new look!
Quilted Throw Pillows
Because who hasn’t been spending more time curled up on the couch this year? Give your friends and family something cozy to cuddle up with during their next Netflix binge session. Rather than shopping the big box stores for your typical throw pillows, custom create something that uniquely compliments their current home décor. Since we’re all still urged to keep our distance, a heartfelt and handmade pillow will give your loved one something to hold onto until we can finally share hugs again.
The Gift of Sharing a Beloved Hobby
Puzzles, board games, books, oh my! We’ve all been searching for hobbies to keep us entertained at home this year. Quarantine was an easier pill to swallow over the summer when we could at least spend time outside in the fresh air, but as most of us get pushed back indoors during the impending winter, we’ll once again be searching for things to keep us busy. Give the gift of a new hobby. Consider introducing a loved one to quilting this Christmas! We have plenty of great quilting books to choose from, making it fun and easy for anyone to learn.
Of course, these are just a few ideas for you to consider. Looking for some more ideas? Call the shop at 570-477-3166 and let us help you narrow down your options!
Overall, we hope our suggestions will remind you that some of the best gifts you could give don’t always come from big box stores with hefty price tags. If this year has taught us anything, it’s that our definition of “essential” has been a bit off. Slow things down, simplify, and make sure your loved ones know how much they mean to you. The best gifts are those that come from the heart
Here at 118 Fabrics & More, we can’t begin to express how much our loyal customers have meant to us over these last nine months. We hope you will continue to shop small this Christmas and well into the new year ahead of us!
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