Mid-Month Round Up: Sharing your projects for #GiveSewMuch

It’s so fun seeing your projects pop up under the tag #GiveSewMuch on Instagram! Here are a few of your creations that really caught our eye!

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Busy making Christmas presents at the moment, most of which I can’t share so the recipients don’t see them! However, I can post this mini photo album I’ve made using leftover faux leather. I had the cute little photos printed by @inkifi_instagram Perfect for the pictures of our train journey from London to Istanbul. I made the pages as concertina pull outs so that you can see multiple photos at once, as on the 2nd pic. I hope it’s well received come Christmas Day 😊. #givesewmuch #sewcialists #photoalbum #inkifi #photomemories #memories #makingforothers #sewingpresents #christmassewing #photobook #sewersofinstagram #sewistsofinstagram #sewist #sewingforothers #christmasgiving #presentsmeanmorewhenyouvemadethhem #thejoyofgiving

A post shared by Tilly Whim Handmade (@tillywhimhandmade) on Nov 11, 2019 at 12:24pm PST

@TillyWhimHandmade made a little photo album! Who knew that was even possible???

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Jeg har så mye stoff liggende fra den tida jeg var en Svært Ivrig Quilter… Dette fargerike her har nå blitt til små toalettmapper til to små frøkener #julegave #hysj sammen med noen #scrunchies av et par andre stoffbiter. Satser på at glitter og rosa blir suksess 😉 @sewcialists har et fint tema gående i november; #givesewmuch – tenker disse passer fint der 😊 #syselv #sy #syglede

A post shared by Hanne Skogvold (@traadspenning) on Nov 1, 2019 at 12:48pm PDT

@Traadspenning made two bright dopp bags and scrunchies which are sure to be a cheerful gift in the middle of Norwegian winter!
Godt jobbet! (I sure hope that means “Good Job”, as Google Translate says!)

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The joy of sewing: the ability to make joggers which are long enough for the recipient’s extremely long legs! Made these @truebias #hudsonpants as a gift for @ricwoodward40 : I only had to add an extra 12cm to the leg length! Snuggly fleece backed sweatshirting from @1stforfabrics using my #haystackpack discount. Another one for the monthly @sewcialists challenge, #givesewmuch . Must be time for a little selfish sewing soon, I think! #sewingkeepsmesane #sewingblog #sewingblogger #sewingformen #sewtall #leedssews

A post shared by Rebecca (@redwsews) on Nov 12, 2019 at 7:47am PST

Using your Sewing Superpower to make pants a whole 12″ longer than drafted? That’s amore, @redwsews!

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My oldest daughter was hosting a baby shower for a friend, and knowing that the honoree loves the outdoors and parks, I selected this yarn in the “reef” colors. It was dark and made me cry, so I went and bought the second color, “Monet,” which I loved. Daughter wanted the reef blanket for her friend, so I added an ecru border and gave it to her. I also finished the Monet blanket, and gave it to her for yet another friend. It’s nice to work on warm projects on chilly evenings, and even nicer when someone will enjoy them! #givesewmuch (not sewing, but any needlecraft counts, right? Please say yes😉🎉).

A post shared by Marjie Mac (@marjieannsews1) on Nov 11, 2019 at 11:15am PST

@marjieammsews1 made not one but TWO blankets as gifts — and yes, any needlecraft is always welcome here!

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50 years ago, my mother bought my father a sheepskin coat. He used it all winter for many, many years, and even so – 20 years ago (last picture) it was still in good condition. This summer we decided it was time to let it go; 50 years of wear makes its mark. For now: luxurious soles with a story for his daughters and granddaughters. Other items will follow. #tavarepådetduhar #skandinaviasyr #sheepskin #reusereducerecycle #engangtil #redesign #ombruk #sewcialist #givesewmuch #familyhistory #craftswomanship #homemade #aroundtheworldin80project

A post shared by @ birdiesnitch on Nov 9, 2019 at 2:18am PST

50 years of love and memories, passed on to a new generation. @birdiesnitch, you stole my heart with this one!

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I put some of the Scandi fabric stars we made using the @craftingarainbow tutorial in our café at school. I took the one I made in and my form group of 16 year olds had a go at making them. I prepared the fabric by cutting it and ironing it with the help of my sewing friend @sutherland5031 so in theory it was an easy job for the students to make them. On Friday we had half an hour together and didn't finish one. However yesterday morning we had another go and managed about a dozen. Anything we make will go to @children_in_need_ and I also put out my @mochimochiworld snowmen to make a bit more money. Swipe to see 😊 #sewcialists #givesewmuch #childreninneed

A post shared by Charlotte Tilley (@tilleycharlotte) on Nov 5, 2019 at 10:52am PST

@Tilleycharlotte is using the Scandinavian Fabric Star tutorial I shared to fundraise with her class. I wish we could all drop some coins in that money jar!

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Never thought I’d be posting underpants here but I spent some time this weekend trying out a toile of @patronslesbg the bold. The instructions may have lost something in translation but the illustrations are good. Added a second burrito for the crotch to reduce unfinished seams. All this just for some novelty boxers for Christmas! #scrapbusting #unselfishsewing #sew #isew #sewingisfun #sewingismytherapy #sewists #sewistsofinstagram #sewersofinstagram #handmade #sewingblog #sewingblogger #memade #memadeeveryday #seamstress #sewersgonnasew #instasew #imakemyownclothes #diyootd #sewover50 #sewcialists #handmadenothomemade #givesewmuch

A post shared by Judith (@eversewoften) on Nov 3, 2019 at 1:40pm PST

@eversewoften is gifting fun underwear this season! What a great thing to find under the tree.

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Today Doris is wearing the free costa tote bag by @helenclosetpatterns. When I saw this fabric on @likesewamazing Insta feed I just thought CATS! On FABRIC! It's gotta happen😆. I popped a couple of props in the pockets because they aren't easy to see in this fabric, which was fab to sew. It all came together really quickly despite unpicking some top stitching because fussy, fussy, fussy! This is an extra birthday gift for my daughter as teachers always need big bags with pockets. I may have a little left to cobble together a little bag for me😉. I'm not sure if this qualifys for #givesewmuch but it's there anyways. #costatote #sewover50 #sewbath #helensclosetpatterns #likesewamazing #lovingourcats😻❤

A post shared by gillian waters (@gillianwaters55) on Nov 1, 2019 at 4:17am PDT

CATS! For a teacher!! And the name Gillian, like mine??? @gillianwaters55, surely we are meant to be friends? — from, Gillian the cat-loving teacher

There are SO MANY MORE fabulous projects that I haven’t shared here — so please go check out the hashtag #GiveSewMuch and cheer each other on! There is plenty of time left in this challenge, and remember that you can participate however you want. Sew for charity, friends or family — just give it away and spread the love!