The Ultimate List of Sewing & Quilting Holidays to Celebrate This Year

I love sewing, and I love any excuse to celebrate, so naturally, I had to put together a complete list of every sewing and quilting holiday on the calendar. Fair warning: some of these were created by retailers to boost sales, but honestly? I don't care. Any day that gives me a reason to sew, shop for fabric, or eat cake is a good day in my book.

Bookmark this page and check back often. I’ll update this list whenever I see a new sewing, quilting, or embroidery-related holiday. And if I've missed any sewing or quilting holidays, drop them in the comments and I'll add them!

January

Visit Your Local Quilt Shop Day (4th Saturday in January) Introduced by the Fabric Shop Network, this day is a reminder to support your local quilt shop. Take the time to browse, admire the quilts on display, and connect with other quilters in your community. Small quilt shops are a treasure. Let's keep them around!

February

National Embroidery Month (entire month) The whole month of February is dedicated to the art of embroidery. You'll find tons of online embroidery stores running major discounts on digital designs all month long. If you've been thinking about getting into machine embroidery, this is the perfect time to take the plunge. I love the Bernette b79. It's a mid-range machine with a generous 6"x10" hoop and a great entry point into embroidery.

Flannel Day (February 10th) Did you know flannel has been around for over 400 years? On this day, wear something made of flannel to stay cozy and warm. Even better — sew something new in flannel to celebrate!

March

National Quilting Month (entire month) March is all about quilting! It's a great time to look for deals on quilt patterns, fabric, and classes. Whether you're working on a UFO (unfinished object) or starting something brand new, dedicate some extra time to quilting this month.

Quilting Day (3rd Saturday in March) Clear your schedule and spend the whole day quilting, or at least shopping for fabric for your next quilt.

April

National Handmade Day (1st Saturday in April) A day to celebrate making things with your hands. Sew, quilt, embroider, knit — whatever brings you joy. Share what you're making on social media and inspire others to create something too.

National Serger Month (entire month) April is dedicated to the serger, one of the most underappreciated machines in the sewing room. If you've been intimidated by your serger or have been meaning to learn new techniques, this is your month!

Zipper Day (April 29th) This day commemorates the patent issued for the modern zipper. Celebrate by sewing something with a zipper, or finally tackling that zipper project you've been putting off!

May

National Handmade Day (1st Saturday in May) Another great excuse to make something by hand. Sew a gift for someone you love or treat yourself to a new project.

Hurray for Buttons Day (May 9th) Back in 1938, the National Button Society was founded for collectors. If you have a button collection, today is the day to show it off. If you don't, consider picking up a jar of vintage buttons at your local thrift store. They're endlessly useful and surprisingly fun to collect.

Small Business Day (May 10th) Support the indie sewing community today! Buy a pattern from an indie designer, shop a small fabric store, or pick up supplies from a small business on Etsy. There are hundreds of talented sewists and makers running small businesses and your purchase makes a real difference. Browse this Massive List of Indie Pattern Companies.

June

Tailor's Day (1st Wednesday in June) A day to honor the professionals who make, alter, and repair clothing for a living. If you have a tailor you love, let them know you appreciate them today!

Sewing Machine Day (June 13th) The exact date the sewing machine was invented is actually up for debate, but June 13th is the day we celebrate it. Take a moment to appreciate just how much the sewing machine has changed the world, and then go sew something!

Name Your Sewing Machine Day (June 29th) Have you named your sewing machine yet? Today is the day! Spend some quality time with your machine and give it a name if it doesn't have one.

July

Thread the Needle Day (July 25th) "Thread the needle" is a phrase with many meanings, but it's often used as a metaphor for finding common ground or making amends. If there's someone in your life you've been meaning to reconnect with, today is a great day to reach out.

August

Sewing Machine Day (August 12th) Yes, there are two Sewing Machine Days — and I'm not complaining! This one is another great excuse to shop for a new machine or accessories. Check out SewingMachinesPlus.com for some great deals.

September

National Sewing Month (entire month) The whole month of September is dedicated to sewing! It's one of my favorite months of the year. Follow along at SewingSociety.com for tips, tutorials, and inspiration all month long.

Sew Be It Day (September 10th) This day marks the anniversary of Elias Howe being granted an American patent for his sewing machine in 1846. Set aside some dedicated sewing time to celebrate. The world would look very different without his invention!

Sew with a Jelly Roll Day (3rd Saturday in September) A "Jelly Roll" is a term coined by Moda Fabrics for their 2.5" precut fabric strips rolled up for packaging. Grab some Jelly Rolls and sew something fun to celebrate. They're perfect for quilts, runners, and all kinds of scrappy projects.

October

Seamstress Day (October 14th) A day dedicated to everyone who sews clothing for themselves and others. If that's you, take a bow. You deserve it!

Sewing Lover's Day (October 15th) Nobody seems to know exactly who started this holiday, but I'm here for it. Celebrate Seamstress Day and Sewing Lover's Day as a two-day event. Sewing retreats are in full swing this time of year. It's a great excuse to plan one with your sewing friends!

Count Your Buttons Day (October 21st) Before zippers, snaps, and velcro, buttons were the primary closure for clothing. Today, take a moment to notice all the buttons on the clothes you're wearing. Buttons are easy to take for granted, but they're a small engineering marvel!

Plaidurday(1st Friday in November) A worldwide celebration of plaid! Wear your favorite plaid shirt, scarf, or accessories today. Even better, sew something plaid to wear next year.

Pins & Needles Day (November 27th) A nod to the beloved Broadway musical that ran from 1937 to 1940. Whether you're a theater fan or just a fan of pins and needles in general, today is worth celebrating!

December

Make a Gift Day (December 3rd) The best kind of holiday. Skip the store and make a handmade gift for someone you love. Handmade gifts are always more meaningful, and sewists have a serious advantage this time of year!

I'll keep updating this list as I discover new sewing and quilting holidays, so be sure to bookmark it and check back! Did I miss one? Let me know in the comments and I'll add it to the list.