Handmade Gifts for Dad

Father’s Day is right around the corner! Don’t worry, it’s not too late to make something to celebrate dad and other father-figures in your life. Check out this post for some inspiration for projects large and small.


Jean / Memory Quilt

The first project we’re sharing is near and dear to our hearts. Cindy shared a tutorial of a memory quilt she made in honor of her own father. These quilts are not difficult to make but they create lovely treasures and make great gifts. Click below for the full tutorial. Cindy is sewing with All About Plaids along with the denim.

DIY Bowtie

Melissa Mortenson of Polka Dot Chair has a wonderful blog post with 25+ DIY ideas for Father’s Day! One of the projects on her list is how to sew a bowtie! Those are great scrap busters and perfect gifts. Check out her full post below.

Gone Fishing

Gracey Larson of Burlap & Blossom Patterns has SEW many cute block patterns to choose from. We especially love this Gone Fishing set to make a project for Father’s Day.

Drawstring Lunch

or Project Bag

Tara Reed Designs is another blog that is always stocked with awesome project ideas! Find some fabric your think dad would like and make this versatile lunch or project bag!

A Shirt for Dad

If you have enough time and some experience with garment sewing, you could make a custom shirt for dad! Pick out some fabric you know he would love and make this special gift. Check out these shirts designer Rachel Erickson of Citrus & Mint Designs made!

Quilts for Dad

If you have a little more time on your hands you could gift a quilt! We have some fabulous FREE quilt patterns in our library that would be perfect for Father’s Day.

Thanks for joining us for this fun roundup! We’re wishing all the dads out there a very happy Father’s Day!

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