Jaime Costiglio

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DIY Lavender Sachet Party Favors

If you can sew a straight line these DIY lavender sachets are just the project for you.  Easy to whip up party favors with that handmade touch.  Sewing simple handmade gifts shows your party people how much you care, it’s the little touches that make your party special.easy sew lavender sachetsMake these easy DIY lavender sachet party favors with basic sewing skills.  I followed this easy tutorial but added a ribbon loop for hanging.  Pick fabrics to coordinate with the party theme and your guests will have a little lasting memory of that special day.

lavender sachet party favors with ribbon
I’m getting ready for a Fall pumpkin themed baby shower and these little DIY lavender sachets will be the party favors.  Small yet powerful, the lavender scent is just perfect for any drawer or closet.
sachet party favors wrapped in cellophane
Wrap up the sachets in clear cellophane for two reasons: 1) It makes a pretty gift packet and 2) Because we know any pregnant woman has an extremely sensitive sense of smell and we don’t want the mommy-to-be feeling sick at her own party!
Below are the steps to making these DIY lavender sachet party favors.

Supplies:

  • fabric (cotton or other breathable fabric is best)
  • sewing machine
  • thread
  • grosgrain ribbon
  • jute string
  • scissors
  • rotary cutter
  • self healing mat
  • clear quilting ruler
  • loose lavender
  • yarn needle
  • clear cellophane
  • stickers / ribbon or other wrapping embellishments
fabric cutting into 4" squares
Step 1: Cut fabric into 4″ squares using a rotary cutter, quilting ruler and self healing mat.  Press one edge to back 1/4″.
fabric sachets sewn on 3 sides
Step 2: Place the right sides together and sew front to back on 3 edges leaving pressed edge open.
filling fabric sachets with loose lavender
Step 3: Trim the corners and turn right side out.  Fill the pocket 3/4 full with lavender then pin shut.
diy sachet party favors stacked
Step 4: Cut 5″ piece of grosgrain ribbon.  Make ribbon into a loop and tuck into opening at center then top stitch opening shut.
diy lavender sachet jute string
Step 5: Using a thick yarn needle threaded with jute string go straight down through middle and then back up again and tie string into a knot.
wrapping lavender sachets in clear cello
Step 6: Wrap each sachet in a piece of clear cellophane and use a pumpkin sticker on the closure.
diy lavender sachet party favors wrapped

Step 7: Add a ribbon around the entire package and tuck in a label.  Your DIY lavender sachet party favors are ready!  Display in a pretty basket or line up near the entrance to your party.  These favors act as additional party decor and provide a usable keepsake for your guests as they leave.

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