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Holiday Gift Guide - Embroidered Gifts for Everyone on Your List
The holidays are fast approaching and now is the time to start thinking about gift giving. If you are anything like me, you LOVE giving (and receiving) handmade gifts. Not only are they awesome to receive, but they hold a special place in my heart because I know how much love was “stitched” into such a thoughtful gift.
In today's blog post we are going to be looking at a plethora of holiday gift ideas for everyone on your list! Each of these gifts is made using fabulous (and top quality) designs from Designs by JuJu! Choose a category and a gift that sounds like a good fit for your recipient. Make sure to read the descriptions for helpful links to featured designs and step-by-step tutorials!
- Gifts for All
- Gifts for Women
- Gifts for Men
- Gifts for Teens
- Gifts for Kids & Babies
- Gifts for Furry Friends (aka: Fur Babies)
- Stocking Stuffers
- Gift Cards
Check out the DBJJ team’s favorite supplies in the Designs By JuJu Amazon Store.
Gifts for All (friends, neighbors, teachers, nurses, etc.)
- Mug Rugs
- Kitchen Towels
- Holiday Cards
- Potholders/Oven Mitts
- Monogrammed Gifts
- White Elephant/Dirty Santa
Mug Rugs
Mug Rugs are the perfect gift for anyone on your list this year! I love pairing my mug rugs with a mug and some hot chocolate mix or even a gift card to a coffee shop. They are quick and easy to make and there are so many fantastic designs available. If you’ve never tried a mug rug before, make sure to follow along with this blog post and video!
Kitchen Towels
Kitchen Towels are another quick, easy, and inexpensive gift to make. I like to pair mine with hand soap and wrap it up with a bow for a last-minute gift. Check out these blog posts for tips on how to embroider Kitchen Towels and Tea Towels.
Holiday Cards
Do you like to mail out Holiday Cards? DBJJ has you covered! There are so many Christmas and winter styles that you are sure to find one that you like. Read this blog post for a step-by-step tutorial.
Potholders/Oven Mitts
Potholders & Oven Mitts are another versatile gift for those who like to bake and cook. Just like the mug rugs, they come in an array of designs and sizes. Becky from Power Tools with Thread created a comprehensive video tutorial and the Quilting Backdrops Making a Wrap-around Pot Holder and Table Trivet blog post offers even more inspiring options.
Monogrammed Gifts
Monogrammed gifts are perfect for those friends who may have everything. You can easily personalize a tote, cosmetic bag, towels, and so much more. The How to Create Monograms with an Embroidery Machine blog post will have you off and running and then this How to Embroider a Tote Bag blog post will help you mark another great gift off your list.
White Elephant/Dirty Santa
Let's get creative this year with the White Elephant/Dirty Santa gifts! How about trying embroidered toilet paper!?! DBJJ has some ornery Bathroom Word Art that is sure to bring a smile to the recipient's face. You can also search for “toilet paper” in the Designs by JuJu Embroidery Blessings Facebook Group for more ideas. This video tutorial from Becky with Power Tools with Thread for tips and tricks for embroidering on toilet paper.
Gifts for Women
Mama/Mimi/Gram Themed Gifts
Are you looking to make a gift for a special Mama, Nana, Mimi, Gram, or Gigi? Look no further than the new Checkered designs! You can add these trendy images to clothing and totes for an adorable and special gift. The How to Hoop a Piece of Clothing for Embroidery blog post will help get you started and then watch the DBJJ blog for a Mama T-Shirts and Sweatshirts tutorial, available 11/8/24.
ITH Decor
ITH decor pieces such as Wall Hangings, Pillows, Table Runners, and Placemats are a labor of love, but are truly one-of-a-kind gifts for loved ones. They are timeless and will be cherished for many years. DBJJ’s blog offers LOTS of tutorials for decor items. Here are just a few to get you started:
- Tablecloth
- Table Topper
- Table Runner
- Placemats
- Placemats and Napkins
- Napkin Rings
- Tic Tac Toe Pillow
- Mandala Pillow
- Mehndi Hearts Quilted and Embroidered Pillow
ITH Bookmarks
ITH Bookmarks are perfect for book lovers! Add a new book and this gift is complete. Read this blog post for tips and tricks when making ITH bookmarks.
Gifts for Men
Outdoorsy Types
The entire Northwoods collection of items is spot on for the outdoorsy types in your life! It includes mug rugs (for the coffee drinker), potholders (for the grill master), and decor (for the man cave). You will be set!
Check out these Customer Project blog posts, featuring various Northwoods designs, for inspiration:
- Customer Projects: Wall Hangings
- Customer Projects: Mug Rugs
- Customer Projects: Pillows
- Customer Projects: Table Runners
Golf Fanatics
If the special man in your life is a golfer, there are some “punny” golf themed word art images in the Golf Time applique set. These designs will surely be a "Hole in One" used on golf towels, bags, etc.!
Hunters
Do you have a hunter on your gift list? Check out the Deer Head Applique or the Hunting Word Art set to customize a gun case, decoy bag, or grilling apron.
Gifts for Teens
Journals
Journals make awesome gifts for teens (and adults). DBJJ has a variety of notebook covers available in a slew of sizes and designs. I own multiple different composition book designs and they all stitch out exquisitely! Follow along, step by step, with the instructions included in the Gifts for Teachers tutorial or check out this detailed video from Becky from Power Tools with Thread, showing how to make your own.
Personalized Blankets
Personalized Blankets are another simple gift for teens and young adults that are sure to be a hit. Last Christmas, I picked up multiple blankets from my local big box store and personalized them for my nieces and nephews using DBJJ fonts. They loved them, and one year later, they still look like new!
Bonus: Every font purchase from DBJJ includes a BX file for easy customizations using Embrilliance Embroidery Software.
Wallets & Purses
DBJJ has a wide range of ITH Purses/Wallets, perfect for teens. I made the Pocket Wallet to carry in my belt bag and it is just the right size for cash and cards. Tuck a little money or a gift card in the wallet and you will have one happy teen!
Gifts for Kids & Babies
Hooded Towels
Hooded Towels make fabulous gifts for little ones! Grab a bath towel and a hand towel and follow along with this blog post and video for creating your own hooded towels! No need to wrap them up, try this method for a cute presentation! They are addicting!
Lovies
Do you have a little one that enjoys stuffed animals and snuggling? Then Lovies are a wonderful gift for them! Becky from Power Tools with Thread has a thorough video tutorial for making these super soft cuties.
Reading Pillows
Reading Pillows are another great gift for kids! Choose a fabric that coordinates with your special kiddo’s bedroom and have fun creating a keepsake that will be cherished and well loved. Add in some books and your gift is complete. This blog post details how to create your own reading pillow.
Embroidered Toys
If you are looking for some handmade toys, check out DBJJ's Play Food, Doll Accessories, Busy Books, and Puppets. And, of course, we’ve got a couple of tutorials to get you started: Project Guide: Sensory Book and How to Plan Your One-of-a-Kind Busy Book. These creative gifts will keep little hands and minds busy much longer than toys from the store.
Pro Tip: Let your kiddo help you choose fabric, thread, and accessories. Before long, they will be begging to help with all your embroidery projects!
Gifts for Furry Friends (aka: Fur Babies)
What about gifts for our furry friends and pets? DBJJ has those too! You can add a squeaky toy to one of the many stuffies available (these make great kid gifts too!), personalize a collar using a DBJJ font, or even create an ITH dog bandana (read this blog post for a tutorial).
Stocking Stuffers
DBJJ has some fantastic items that are just the right size for stocking stuffers. Try the ITH Hand Sanitizer Holder, ITH Lipstick Holder, Snaptab Key Fob, and the Quilted Key Fobs for some quick stitch outs for anyone on your list!
Gift Cards
Now that you have everyone on your shopping list covered, it's time to treat yourself! Make sure to ask Santa for a Designs by JuJu gift card this year. Gift cards are available in amounts $5 - $500 and delivered digitally, making last-minute gift giving a breeze!
We hope you have enjoyed this holiday gift guide. Make sure to join the Designs by JuJu Embroidery Blessings Facebook Group to find more inspiration and to share your holiday gift ideas using the #designsbyjuju. Happy Holidays from the Designs by JuJu team!
