Fabric Tissue Holders for Cancer Patients

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Earn 1 verified service hour for every 4 completed tissue holders.

Help bring comfort and care to adults affected by cancer by sewing fabric tissue holders for Kits to Heart’s free cancer care kits. These small, handmade items add a personal and thoughtful touch to hospital and treatment spaces, helping remind recipients that they are supported and not alone.

Designed to fit standard travel-size tissue packs, these tissue holders are beginner-friendly projects that use basic sewing techniques and minimal materials—making them a great option for volunteers of all skill levels.

Project Purpose

Each fabric tissue holder is a simple but meaningful item that helps:

• Brighten hospital and treatment environments
• Provide practical comfort during care and recovery
• Offer a small reminder of kindness and support

Recommended Materials

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• Cotton fabric (main fabric and lining fabric—have fun with pattern mixing, especially if you have fabric scraps!)
• Matching thread
• Sewing pins
• Fabric scissors
• Sewing machine
• Iron and ironing board
• Tissue packs

Recommended Tutorials

• How to Sew a Mini Tissue Pocket Holder (YouTube)
• How to Sew a Fabric Pocket Tissue Holder (YouTube) (Printable Tutorial)

How to Submit

Please follow these steps to ensure your work is received!