Tomorrow is the big night! At last, Their Majesties the Three Kings of the East will stealthily make their way into our homes, putting the finishing touch on another Christmas. And although we've been preparing for this event for more than a month, be honest… Are you missing a gift? Well, don't panic. Here are 3 very easy ideas for making express DIY gifts.
You still have time to give something handmade without spending too much time preparing it. Pay attention!
3 express DIY gifts that will save your Three Kings' night
1. Fabric jewelry
It sounds much more complicated than it is. Making a T-shirt-yarn necklace or a fabric bracelet is easy, quick, and, most importantly, original and very pretty. You'll find millions of ideas online for making all kinds of fabric jewelry using scraps you have at home or even an old T-shirt.
Take a look at our post about designing your own fabric jewelry or visit an inspiration-filled site like Pinterest. There are so many options, and I'm sure you'll find one you love.
2. A hat, gloves, and scarf set made by recycling sweaters
Horror! You don't have time to buy anything, and you don't have a single scrap of fabric at home. No problem—we have a solution for you too. Go to your closet and find a sweater you never wear but that still looks presentable. Now visit our post with instructions for recycling an old sweater and think about what would be best to make with it.
Mittens? A hat? A scarf? A whole set? The point is to make something new and different that looks carefully made. They won't even realize it was upcycled! Unless you want to confess that as the gift's main attraction.
To add a decorative touch that gives it charm, like the mittens in the photograph, you can also visit this post about making fabric flowers.
3. A headband without a sewing machine
Another trick we've been saving up our sleeve. Without a sewing machine, you will need permanent fabric glue and, of course, knit fabric. If you're especially resourceful, you can also recycle some by taking it from a T-shirt you no longer use.
With this technique you can make a turban-style headband, but you'll need a few hours for it to dry. How many depends on the instructions for the glue you use.
In this post, we explain step by step how to make a headband without a sewing machine, although remember that you can also sew it, of course. Either way, it's a quick project with a beautiful result.
Choose the one you like best or feel most capable of making. And if you're feeling generous and have the day free, you can make all three.
Go make your express DIY gifts without a sewing machine!