If you're a lover of all things cat, here are the best stuffed cat sewing patterns, from sweet and whimsical to amazingly realistic.

My daughter needed a new backpack so I gave the Sew Sturdy: Essential Backpack class a go. Here's my review of the class.

Whether it's lugging a laptop and books to school (or the office) or using as a daypack on vacation, everyone should have a functional and practical backpack. Add your own personal touch and make the perfect rucksack for you with this collection of backpack sewing patterns.

As much as I love to sew, and try to sew as much of our clothes as possible, I never thought to sew socks. When I first saw a post, I fell in love with the possibilities. No more boring socks. I can make my own with my favourite fabrics, using up scraps or repurposing clothes.

After the seed was planted, I discovered there is a whole world of sock sewing patterns out there. Here are some of my favourite sock sewing patterns and tutorials.

As I was sitting here, searching for the best stuffed dog patterns, I've had the song "Dogs are the best people" by The Fauves stuck in my head (and I have no idea when the last time I heard that song was!). My son loves a dog plushie. I have no idea how many are piled up on his bed. There's Woofie, Digs, Daddy Digs, Flat Puppy and that's just the ones I can remember off the top of my head. Sewing up a new puppy is just the easiest gift to make him (although he's ten now, so I'm not sure how much longer that's going to last!). If you're a dog person or you know a little kid who loves dogs (like my son!), learn how to make a stuffed dog with these gorgeous sewing patterns:

Whether you're looking to add a personal touch to your denim jacket or create a cute display in your sewing room, here are the cutest sewing enamel pins. Enamel pins are a great stocking stuffer or little gift for someone who loves to sew (or maybe a treat for yourself!). Some are funny, some a bit snarky, but they all say "I love to sew"!

The word hoodie brings to mind a teenage boy, hood up, slouching in the dark, up to no good. But seriously, everyone needs a hoodie! On a cold day, pull the hood up to keep warm (or keep your hair dry when you forget your umbrella!). Now, on some days a bulky over-sized hoodie is the perfect option. But what about those times when you want to stay warm but still look feminine and pretty?  Check out these stylish women's hoodie sewing patterns:

Are you looking for gifts for people who sew? Or are you the one who sews and are looking for ideas for what to add to your Christmas or birthday list? I've rounded up the best gifts for sewers (that's sew-ers, not the pipes that carry, ahem, drainage water and waste matter!). You'll never be short of ideas for gifts for the sewing enthusiast with this collection of more than 100 sewing-themed gifts.

This post has been updated for Christmas 2019.