Nothing says “I love you” better than a handmade Valentine. Their heart will skip a beat this Valentine’s Day when you present the ones you love with a charming bookmark, emoji zipper pouch or even a quilt full of hearts. Use these 9 FREE patterns to sew handmade Valentine gifts and make someone smile and feel loved!
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1. Country Heart Bookmark
These sweet bookmarks are sure to remind your Valentine how much you care each time they see it! Since these are a cinch to sew, make several to give as a teacher gift or a present for the avid reader in your life.
Photo via Bluprint member Amy Smart
2. Heart Quilt Block
This 12″ x 12″ heart-shaped quilt block is super easy to sew and is made with a variety of squares and rectangles. Keep it simple by turning a single block into its own wall-art mini quilt, or use one block to sew a throw pillow or a basic tote bag! Feeling ambitious? Make several blocks and create a quilt to keep you and your Valentine nice and cozy warm!
Photo via Bluprint member See Kate Sew
3. Emoji Zipper Pouch
OMG! These Emoji Zipper Pouches are TDF (that’s “to die for”)! Your techno-savvy kids and teenagers will feel the love and appreciate these trendy pouches filled with a treat. These are easy to make and are a great project to work on with kids who want to be the one to pass out the coolest Valentine’s at school.
Photo via Bluprint blogger and instructor Christine Haynes
4. Heart Shaped Potholder
Give the cook this heart-shaped potholder that will remind him how much you appreciate his talents each time he removes dinner from the oven! This project is a great way to use up those fabric scraps; plus, the finished item makes a great kitchen decoration.
Photo via Bluprint member Nati DJ
5. Paper Pieced Heart Pincushion
Shoot an arrow — or, in this case, a pin — into the heart of your Valentine with this sweet paper-pieced heart pincushion. No need for a pincushion? Then simply give the little pillow to someone you love on Valentine’s Day, or use the paper-pieced heart to create other fun gift items like a mini quilt or a tote bag.
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6. Kissing Fish Mug Rug
These whimsical fishbowl-shaped mug rugs are sure to be a hit with your Valentine! Make a matching pair to give as a gift and add a note saying how much you love sharing a drink with friends.
Photo via Bluprint member Lilac Lane
7. Be Mine Tote Bag
You’ll have plenty of room to carry around all those love notes and Valentine cards in this Be Mine Tote Bag with a finished size of 10″ x 19″ x 4½”. This tote bag project is great for a beginner sewer and is sturdy enough for everyday use.
Photo via Bluprint member Jody’s Crafty Creations
8. Valentine’s Day Heart
Make a bag full of these adorable smiling 4″ felt hearts and pass them out to co-workers, teachers or classmates. These sweet Valentine softies are guaranteed to make the recipient smile, too!
Photo via Bluprint member Patchwork Posse
9. Valentine Appliqués
Use these printable Valentine appliqués to add a touch of love to any type of sewing project! Simply print, cut and sew. This free download includes popular Valentine word phrases as well as a variety of heart sizes and an arrow. Use just one or combine a few to create your own Valentine’s Day message.
Make Yourself a Valentine’s Treat!
Get ready to say “Oo la la!” as we guide you through sewing your own elegant undergarments with this bundle of 3 free sewing tutorials. Get step-by-step instructions for creating a sassy new bra, a pretty new pair of panties and a half-slip you can wear beneath a dress.
