DIY tutorials and step-by-step instructions for making practical and useful Thanksgiving projects
Hey y’all, today I’m doing a little round up of Thanksgiving sewing projects. I like to sew things that are both pretty and practical, so in this post you’ll find both. You’ll also find non-traditional fall decor colors, which shouldn’t surprise anyone who has seen how I decorate for Christmas.
But we’re not to Christmas yet! Thanksgiving remains one of my favorite holidays. There’s no pressure to find the perfect gift – all you have to do is eat with your family. And maybe watch football. Two of my favorite things. So check out these things to sew for Thanksgiving and take a pause before going full on Christmas.
Sew a Hanging Towel
Many hands make light work but with lots of cooks in the kitchen, I find my towels walking away. On the one hand I’m glad everyone is practicing good hygiene and food prep safety. But that’s no help when I’m the one standing with dripping hands! This hanging towel project makes sure my towel stays where I put it. Plus I recycled these from old bath towels to get more use out of them. The video instructions for this pattern are below, and you can get the pattern and written instructions here.
Sew Cloth Napkins
We converted to cloth napkins years ago and I have not looked back. These are the perfect Thanksgiving sewing project to add just a touch of elegance to your table and then be useful beyond the holiday!
Check out how I make cloth napkins with mitered corners in the video below, or see this post for written instructions and a picture tutorial, as well as another option to do a rolled hem on the edges.
Kids Placemats to Sew for Thanksgiving
If your gathering includes kids, this project is a great way to keep them at the table (for a little while anyway) and not underfoot. And unlike covering the table with paper that gets thrown away, these are reusable year after year. If you plan ahead, you can even stock up on the markers when school supplies are on sale at the beginning of the school year. See how to sew them here.
Recipe Pocket Pot Holders
These quilt as you go pot holders also use mitered corners, this time done with bias tape. And as a Thanksgiving sewing project, they’re even better because they have a pocket to hold a recipe. Make a few to use while you cook, then send them home with guests and one of the recipes you made.
Glove Pot Holder Project and Pattern
For more traditional glove or mitten style pot holders, check out this post. There are even instructions to grab the free pattern.
Fringe Table Runner
For your own style spin on table decor, grab some fringe trim and your favorite fabric. Check out this tutorial to see how to make your own table runner.
Fabric Pumpkins
Finally, top off your table runner with some fabric pumpkins to make it really feel (and smell!) like fall.
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