AppleGreen Cottage

menu icon
go to homepage
  • START HERE
  • BAGMAKING
  • Sew for HOME
  • QUILTING
  • SHOP
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • START HERE
  • BAGMAKING
  • Sew for HOME
  • QUILTING
  • SHOP
×
Home » Diy Gifts

15+ Cutest Diy Christmas Gifts For Kids

By Damjana Jakos • Last updated on May 24, 2025 • This post may contain affiliate links.

Looking to sew fun and practical gifts for kids that stand out from the usual toys?

Check out these 15+ cutest DIY Christmas gifts for kids! If you want to make Christmas extra special for a child or grandchild, these easy sewing projects are perfect. Just like my other DIY holiday gift ideas, most of these include sewing patterns to make it simple for you to create. Browse through the list and pick your favorite!

diy christmas gifts for kids

There are many diy gift ideas here - you are looking for more, check out these Fathers Day gift ideas and these cool diy gifts for friends, too!

If you are looking for fun and easy-to-sew diy Christmas gifts for kids, this is the list to look at. Here's something for every age group, baby, toddler, school-age up to teens. Scroll through these easy sewing projects and I'm sure you'll find a few your children would love - and use. They are also perfect for a child's birthday, stocking stuffer, or as a party favor!

Diy Christmas Gifts For Kids

Should I note that all these sewn items (all but two!) have been tried and tested by my own kids? (The only exception being iPad bags and the cell phone pouch - they'll need to wait till they reach teen age!) And, many of these are beginner sewing projects, so go ahead and choose your favorite.

To make it easier for you, I grouped the sewing ideas into

  • bags, pouches and desk organizers for kids
  • wearable accessories for kids, and
  • diy toy gifts for kids. Enjoy!

Want to sew diy Christmas gifts for babies?

One thing more: if you're here to sew gifts for babies, check out my brand new free course!

sewing for baby guide
JOIN FREE EMAIL COURSE!

Join the FREE 6-part email guide and sew the CUTEST things for a baby - the EASY way! You'll get my best baby sewing ideas by email.

Now, back to sewing gifts for all kids, not just babies:

Bags, pouches and desk organizers suitable for kids:

A Beautiful Backpack!

diy drawstring backpack in teal and blue fabric
Free Backpack tutorial - 2 sizes

Suitable both for kindergarten and schoolkids alike, this adorable diy drawstring backpack can be made in an afternoon or so. The front zipper and an inner slip pocket add to the functionality - and the free pattern comes in two sizes!

A Personalized Treasure-Hunt Drawstring Pouch

Tutorial for a handmade drawstring pouch

No idea what your kindergarten kid wants this year? How about a pack of dinos (or Lego figurines) and this lovely drawstring bag! It makes a perfect treasure hunt pouch for your little explorers.

A dice pouch for D&D fans!

Free dice pouch tutorial HERE.

Sew up this cute and practical dice pouch pattern, an easy drawstring pouch they can use to store their entire dice collection - or dinos, toy cars, and even kids jewelry!

Quick DIY Chapstick Holder Gift for Kids

finished lip balm pouches with a snap closure

This quick DIY chapstick holder is the perfect little gift for anyone who loves soft lips, little pouches, and colors. Kids love to clip these holders to their school backpacks.

Corner Bookmarks

These easy corner bookmarks tuck neatly over the edge of your book and look super adorable. They are great to give with a book to make the gift extra special. You could even use themed fabric to match the book! 

Cute Mini Fabric Organizer

mini organizer to sew
Great Mini Storage Bin - More HERE.

If this isn't the sweetest mini storage for a children room! Think pencil and crayon holders, little LEGO storage, perfect to keep your kid's desk clean and organized. This easy beginner sewing project will require only little material and time to complete. Simple and beautiful, and adjustable with the fold-over bunting top. Get the pattern HERE.

The SWEETEST Storage Basket 

toy storage basket pattern
Round Baskets in 3 Sizes - PATTERN Here.

Want something larger, or simply more variety? Sew a perfect set with this 3-size Round Storage Basket Pattern. So sweet, and you can make one for every room in your home!

Zip-Pocket Lunch Money Pouch 

an open zipper pocket coin purse in polkadot teal fabric, with bills and coins peeking out
ZIP Pocket Coin Purse Pattern - HERE.

Sewing for school kids? This coin purse is just perfect as your kid's lunch money pouch. The combination of a zipper and a flap will make sure your coins never fall out! More about the project here.

A Cross-Body iPad Bag for Teens

crossbody bag pattern
MORE about the Pattern Here.

Are you sewing for teenagers? Teens might be excited about this small-size crossbody bag - it is perfect for a teen who never leaves house without their iPad or phone. This is what they would certainly love to have for Christmas: a practical, hand-free cross-body bag, large enough to hold all the essentials neatly organized and easy to reach. Not a schoolbag, and fun to have!

Or THIS Phone Pouch - So Handy!

Crossbody cell phone pouch
This Phone Pouch can be tossed into school bag or worn as crossbody - so practical!

Do they just need a pouch to safely store their phone, some cash, and a bus pass? I've got you covered, here's the phone purse pattern everybody loves! It has:

  • Front slip pocket to store small items, cash, ID, business cards, or earphones.
  • A zipper pocket on the back for coins, credit cards, folded bills, and more.
  • A flap with magnetic snap closure keeps everything safe.

If you have a teen, they will love to get a cool holiday gift like this!

Mini Coin Purse Pattern - Or Kids' Treasure Hunt Pouch!

easy coin purse pattern
Mini Coin Pouch Pattern HERE.

While being practical, this sweet little triangular zipper pouch can quickly turn into a pretend-play treasure holder. Using a keyring, you can attach it to a jacket or clip on a school bag, and your grandchild can keep their favorite miniature toy in it. Get your PDF pattern and make an excellent little handmade gift for your grandkids. More HERE

ACCESSORIES/WEARABLES FOR KIDS:

Reversible Fleece Neck Warmer

neck warmer pattern
Fleece Neck Warmer - Free 3-sized Template and tutorial

This cozy and warm fleece neck gaiter makes a great DIY Christmas gift. It's a super quick project, one of the easiest I've ever made - and there's a free 3-sized template for you.

Easy DIY Pajama Pants As Diy Christmas Gift for Kids

diy pajama pants
DIY Pajama Pants Tutorial - HERE

Are you familiar with the Christmas pajamas tradition? Make pajama pants for your children or grandchildren this Christmas. I've made a lot of them for my kids as they can be made really quickly, and there are no limits as to the sizing! Get your tutorial with step-by-step directions here.

Hand Warmers

diy hand warmers with rice
4 Free hand warmer patterns here.

Keep your kid's hands toasty when they are waiting for the school bus! Use the free handwarmer pattern to make these cute and easy diy hand warmers for the winter.

Stay-Put Baby Scarf

diy fleece scarf easy
DIY Scarf That Won't Fall Off!

Learn how to make a kid's scarf that will stay put. It's a beginner sewing project and easy tutorial for a diy fleece scarf that is breathable, lightweight, soft to the skin, and comfortable to wear. With a little something added that will prevent it from falling off. Check out the tutorial.

My Best Earflap Beanie

beabie hat pattern
My Best Earflap BEANIE Pattern HERE.

This earflap beanie hat will protect your kids from wind and chill. It does not have any straps to tie, a detail that makes it safer for use even if your children or grandchildren are still babies. It has double-layer flaps that will fully cover the ears.

These beanies are practical and very comfortable to wear, and make a great handmade gift. Not just for kids though, as the pattern comes in 8 sizes, from newborn to adult. I've also made a few with fleece so far, and they've turned out great!

The Best DIY Earwarmer Headband For Warmer Climate Winters 

earwarmer headband
The Best EARWARMER Headband - HERE.

Make the best earwarmer headband for your kid, one that actually stays in place, protects the child in wind, but does not make him too hot. It has ear flaps that will fully cover the ears. A perfect kids accessory you can make in a really short time.

DIY Bandana Bib for Toddlers and babies

free bandana bib pattern
Sew a set of baby bandana bibs with this popular FREE Bandana Bib Pattern

A great gift for toddlers and babies! A step-by-step bandana bib tutorial with a free pattern, quite simple and easy to sew. It will be made in no time. Grab your free pattern and make a few to gift on Christmas.

TOYS as diy christmas gifts for kids

Great diy Christmas gifts for kids to make this holiday season:

Felt Star Softie

star plushie free pattern
Felt Star Softie - FREE Multisized Template

When talking about softies, this one has been a great hit: a soft star pillow with cute embroidered eyes. Soft, cozy, and ideal to DIY as a gift during the winter months. Easy to make! Get your free template in 3 sizes.

DIY Memory Game

diy memory game
Make A Fabric Memory Game For Kids - FREE PATTERN 

Kids love matching games. And if you can use adorable prints while sewing, this is a win-win for all! I've not only sewn the memory game myself (LINK) but also made a free PDF template for you to get it done really quickly, which makes it a great diy present for children of any age. Check out the tutorial and grab the free PDF template to make your Christmas gift sewing super easy!

DIY Fabric Marble Maze Game

finished fabric marble maze in floral prints with a free sewing pattern

A free PDF sewing pattern and tutorial for a cute little fabric marble maze toy for kids, a great fidget toy that's easy and quick to make. A perfect toy for kids in the car. Or a great toy to keep in your purse for when you go to the doctor, or another place where you'd like your child (or grandchild) sit still for some time.

This Super Quick Toddler Toy

felt button snake
Quick and easy to sew button snake toy

Toddlers love this super easy button snake toy. Actually, there is so little sewing involved - a great toy to make within minutes!

Felt-Fish Set (Bean-Bag Toss)

fish sewing project
Felt Fish Set - TUTORIAL

These DIY felt fish for kids are made quickly and can be reused for a number of indoors activities to release some of the excess energy children always have on stock. They are perfect for a bean bag tossing game and make an awesome handmade toy.

Felt Play Food Set 

sewing patterns for play food
Felt Play Food TUTORIALS

Take a look at 7 of my favorite free felt play food TUTORIALS for home-made felt fruit, vegetables, dairy and French bread. Make a set and you've got a wonderful diy Christmas present for kids.

Oh. and while sewing the play food, why not make them a few mini fabric potholders? I've got a free potholder tutorial for you - including kids' sizes! (And find out why I even made these in the first place 🙂

Felt Circle Fabric Bookmarks

felt bookmark to sew
Fabric Bookmarks With Felt - with 4 FREE Templates

Avid readers? You can't miss with these easy and fresh-looking bookmarks. Grab the template with 4 FREE designs and check out the easy-sew trick that will make your bookmark corners beautiful. (You'll love this little hack!)

Use these ideas and the patterns to make the best diy christmas gifts for kids. Or - if you haven't seen it yet - get the huge free holiday pattern bundle and make the fondest family memories this holiday season.

Add a fun diy Christmas sweater in the mix and you're sure to have so much fun! Or think of your favorite advent calendar from your childhood - here are all the best diy advent calendars I could think of. Must-see!

WANT MORE FREE TUTORIALS AND GOODIES?

Get email updates and never miss out on new patterns, printables, and tutorials:

Or …check out the gift bag pattern in 6 sizes in our shop - a super easy no-corner-boxing sewing project. Reusable gift bags for all your future gifts!

fabric gift bag Reusable Block pattern
Get Pattern HERE.
15+ Cutest Diy Christmas Gifts For Kids

Share it:

Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share on Facebook

More Diy Gifts

  • A collage of fat quarter sewing projects, including a bright pink quilted oven mitt, a colorful stack of rainbow fabric, and a vibrant striped mini quilt used as a plant mat.
    Easy Fat Quarter Sewing Projects
  • gifts to sew for friends durign teh holiday season - three cowl scarves, a dice pouch in blue tie-dyed fabric, and hand warmers in red fabric
    30+ Easy Gifts to Sew For Friends and Neighbors
  • diy fabric scrunchies in a white ceramic bowl
    How To Make A Scrunchie
  • three handmade gift bags sewm with christmas prints, hanging from the mantel and filled with holiday presents
    Diy Fabric Gift Bags - In Minutes!

Comments

  1. Carole McMullen says

    November 17, 2024 at 4:30 pm

    I joined your web site when I was looking for a bucket hat pattern for my great grandsons. I am not a sewer by any means, but I am in awe of talented people, and you most certainly are that. I am so amazed at the things you create. And even more amazing to me is that your straight sewing is actually straight. I can't do that even with that magnetic gadget that attaches to the footbed. You are fantastic in my book.
    P.S. My bucket hat attempt was a failure...alas. But I will try "simpler" patterns...lol.

    Reply
    • Damjana Jakos says

      November 17, 2024 at 4:37 pm

      Carole hi,
      I'm so glad you like my tutorials. No problem about the hat, my first dozen of them had super uneven - squiggly - seams, but kids LOVED them anyway. Nobody ever has complained about a seam - but they are usually over the moon when they see something made especially for them. Also, you should know that my MOST used tool is a seam ripper :)). Enjoy everything you create! xoxo,

      Reply
  2. Cindy says

    November 22, 2022 at 1:36 pm

    It took me longer to choose the material from my scraps for a marble maze than it did for me to actually make it! Such a quick and easy game to make for an airplane trip with my 3 year old granddaughter.

    Reply
  3. Lenny Mangold says

    July 24, 2022 at 11:03 pm

    Great ideas to make for kids!

    Reply
  4. Kathy says

    October 17, 2018 at 5:41 pm

    A nice selection of gift ideas! I like the fish idea.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Blue handmade Elarina crossbody bag with marbled flap design, displayed hanging by its strap.
a finished modern quilt in white, aqua, green and teal on a garden bench in a backyard
  • Printable Tutorials Bundle by AppleGreen Cottage
A pile of quilted fabric pieces in bright colors with an overlay asking what to sew next.

Footer

↑ back to top

About AppleGreen Cottage

Damjana is the owner and pattern designer at the popular AppleGreen Cottage website, founded in 2014. She creates easy sewing patterns everyone can sew and enjoy. Her customers say they are super easy to follow and love the little hacks and tips sprinkled around. These will make your sewing a breeze, too. Enjoy!

GET A FREE PATTERN when you JOIN our mailing list.

  • Applegreen Cottage on FB
  • IG
  • Applegreen Cottage on Pinterest
  • Applegreen Cottage on Youtube

Contact - About - Privacy Policy - Terms Of Use - Customer Reviews - SHOP

We love sharing! - If you want to feature our work, you may use one unedited image but must include credit and a do-follow link back to the original article.

©2014-2025 AppleGreenCottage

3M Annual Readers

400+ Tutorials

100+ Sewing Patterns

25,000+ Patterns SOLD