We went to a friends birthday party yesterday so I sewed up my standby birthday gift. A Crayon Roll! I was glad to get to use this cute birds and trees Heidi Grace print I got a while ago. These are cute and easy to sew!
Easy Handmade Birthday Gift Idea: Sew a Crayon Roll
For this crayon roll I used the Skip to My Lou crayon roll up tutorial . I'm linking the color combination on this one. Choosing high contrast colors makes makes these cuter I think.
Instead of the ribbon tie I usually add an elastic loop (elastic cording cut to 4 inches) and sew on a button. You can also use fold over elastic and skip the button. I didn't have any corded elastic on hand for the loop so I braided some 1/8 inch flat elastic which worked great in a pinch.
Add a Coloring book to complete the gift
Pair this little roll-up with some coloring books and it makes a fun gift!! My favorite thing is they only take a little over 30 minutes to make once you get the hang of them. If you have a little one who loves coloring it's a must try!! Plus I don't know a kid who doesn't get excited for fresh crayons.
Make a Super Simple Tote bag to carry it in
You can even go the extra mile and make a matching tote bag to carry the crayons in coloring book. Check out my Super Simple Tote bag tutorial for a quick and easy tote bag to make.
More Easy Handmade Birthday Gifts
- Sew a Wristlet Key Chain
- Sew a Reusable Gift Bag
- Make an Adorable Monster Stuffie
- Make a Girlfriend Clutch
What projects do you have in the works??
This is so cute, and I love the look of the braided elastic. I can't believe you can whip them up so quickly though, it would take me hours.
So cute, love the colors of the fabric and the button too! A great gift also for Easter baskets too 🙂
I love the braided elastic. What a great idea. I think I'll try it on something. 🙂
I know this is kind of a goofy thing to pick out to like- but I really love the braided elastic! It looks really neat!
i really love this. i will going to a few birthday parties this summer so i think i am going to give this a try. what a great gift!!!