Retro Doll Pajama Bag Pattern: An unbelievably cute pajama bag pattern that was published in an old magazine (1969). Perfect gift for young and old alike (especially those that love retro items). Posted on Tipnut.com.

Reversible Journal Cover: Here’s a nice project for beginner sewers, these reversible covers are perfect for journal writers and book lovers. You may also want to consider making a homemade journal to include with the cover too. Posted on Kirin Notebook.

Scoodie Sewing Pattern: I love these and they would be wonderful to give as a gift for a child, teenager or adult. Nice to have on those cold winter days! Nice alternative to the usual knitted hats and scarves. Posted on Tipnut.com.

Snap Wallets Pattern: This is not only an easy project, it’s an economical one two. Make homemade snap wallets, they’re perfect for children, teenagers and adults! I love the idea of using different fabric for the lining, but you can use the same fabric for inside and out if you like. Why not slip a couple dollars in the wallet for the kiddos too, they’ll love that! Posted on Tipnut.com.

Sock Monkeys: Who doesn’t love sock monkeys! These are a great gift idea for children (and maybe a young at heart adult too). You can print off your own copy of this pattern to make this vintage style toy. Posted on Tipnut.com.

Süße Sac: This project makes quite a funky bag, great for young and old alike. Not a complicated pattern at all, beginner sewers should be able to manage this with no problem. Posted on Tipnut.com.

Tote Bags: Can someone ever have enough tote bags? I love these for holding various craft projects, work totes, shopping totes, you name it. A few different tote bag patterns are listed. Posted on Tipnut.com.

Toteable Towels: Any swimmers or beach lovers on your list? These are a fantastic idea for both young and old alike. Whip up some nice towels that can be quickly rolled up and toted about. Posted at Anna Maria Horner.

Unique Knitting Basket: This is a great gift for your favorite knitter or crocheter and it won’t cost you much to make–just use an old sweater. This makes a basket to hold the yarn, project and hooks & needles. Very simple and easy to make and it’s an idea from Martha Stewart. Posted on Tipnut.com.

Water Bottle Carrier: This is quite a sweet project for making a water bottle carrier. If someone on your list is a big sports/fitness/activity person, I’m sure they’ll love having one of these (along with anyone else who’s a big fan of bottled water). There’s a strap to hang over the shoulder and the bottle rests at the hip. Posted at Pink Chalk Studio.

Weekend Kit: Vintage Pattern: It’s quite a handy design that is a fold-over pouch with inside pockets to store items for travel (one wide bottom pocket plus 5 pockets across the middle). Pattern sheet download available (jpg). Full project posted on Tipnut.com.

Yoga Mat Bag: Here’s a great gift idea for your favorite yoga exerciser, a yoga mat bag. A few different patterns listed, some sewn and some knitted (two of each). Posted at Tipnut.com.