I would love to make Christmas gifts for my family and do for the few females on my list, but I have two sons, as well as nephews, and great nephews ranging in age from 7 to 45. In fact, most of the people I need gifts for are male! What is something they would appreciate and use? I hate to waste my time making something that ends up in a closet, unused. I would rather buy something they might use (or at least return for something they might use!) than have my efforts go to waste. I would appreciate suggestions of gifts you have made for males that have been well received. I quilt, sew, cross stitch, and crochet, as well as bake! Are we gals just easier to please?
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A remote control caddy for the arm of their Lazyboy would be my suggestion. Use fabric that coordinates a little with the decor but more with their hobbies. Ie: golf fabric for the golfer, tools for the mechanic, pinup girls for the ladies man, etc.
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I find the guys in my family are more appreciative of quilts than the women. Especially if it is masculine. They like to sit on the couch under a blanket just like we do! Mine also like pillow cases if you are looking for a low cost item, or Towels with their names embroidered. If they are a golfer or bowler especially.
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Thanks! I hadn't thought of that. Do you have a link for a pattern?
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Someone asked on the Main board about Cool Ties today. If they're active, they'll probably appreciate these. Lap quilts, homemade pillowcases, quillows.
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Originally Posted by sewcrafty
Someone asked on the Main board about Cool Ties today. If they're active, they'll probably appreciate these. Lap quilts, homemade pillowcases, quillows.
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My husband is a big Mets Baseball fan and I made a D9P for him using Mets fabric and the bright blue and orange team colors. He loved it. I made it large enough so he can toss it over himself in his favorite recliner if it gets chilly.
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Also you mention that you bake :wink: Guys love that kind of thing especially if they don't get it at home or if you have a "special item" that they really enjoy :thumbup:
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I made my dh a lap quilt (a little larger) with wildlife fabric on the front and he loves it. He sleeps under it when napping. I think using their hobby or interest and keeping it masculine is the key to quilt appreciation for guys.
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Bowling, golf towels: finger tip towels are about the perfect size to embelish :wink:
I agree with masculine quilts, neck coolers, and goodies (especially the batchelors :wink:) |
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