Homemade Baby Gifts, Patterns & Tutorials

Today I was going to post a recipe and I promise I will soon. I have two or three new ones I have tried but, I put them somewhere when organizing in the kitchen and oops can't find them. So I decided to share what is on my must sew list and what I have been sewing. I happen to be on a big sewing kick right now!

Kimono Baby Shoes, a Stuffed toy, Onesies and  Burpee Towels more to come....

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Homespun Threads

I found this cute tutorial for baby kimono shoes! All you have to do to get it is visit Homespun Threads and follow her blog then download tutorial with pattern. How sweet is that? I am in love and more in love with the fact that there is going to be a new baby in the family! I can't wait until he gets big enough to wear a pair of these handmade by me.

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Gingermelon

I came across this cute fox stuffed toy and thought it would be the sweetest pattern to own and make for the little ones nursery! If you are looking for cute stuffed animal patterns check out Gingermelons Etsy Shop. You are sure to find a pdf pattern to please.

If she was having a girl I might pick this sweet deer pattern.

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Ilovefancyshmancy

Now my daughter Jenni pinned this little onesie on Pinterest, wanting mom to make something like it and put it away for when it's her turn to have a little bundle of joy. This Etsy shop is a girly boutique with such pretty things to purchase if you aren't the crafty type. Perfect for baby showers or your special little girl. Now onto what I have been sewing for baby...

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SeeKateSew

I have just made a bunch of these burpee rags! I can't wait to take pics and share in the next few posts. I found the cutest fabric at Walmart of all places when I was picking up the tri fold diapers. (Which is great as who wants to use expensive fabrics when they will be for spits and clean ups.) I have to find the clear bucket to put them in, but Kate has tips, a tutorial and also you can print out her bucket sign!  Visit Kate to see where I got my inspiration!  Don't forget to come back another day and see what mine look like.

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I created a zipper bag similar to the ones above but bigger! I am hoping I took enough photos of the zipper bag I made as I was going along to share a tutorial. This zipper bag that I made was big enough for a few diapers, wipes, ointment, and a few of mom's things when on a quick run. That way if you want to create your own you'll see how. I promise to share soon! Until next time, I hope you are being sew creative too or at least finding some gift ideas for the baby showers your invited to.

Are you working on any sewing projects right now? What is your favorite baby shower gift to give?

Handy Mom's Sewing Tutorials

Hello dear readers I have some news to share with you I just found out my daughter Krissy is pregnant with her second child. This will be a special Mother's Day as we anticipate the arrival of a new bundle of joy!
Luckily I have time to sew a few things for her, shh don't let her know! I think these sewing tutorials will make handy gifts for any mom! Pretty and useful! Who doesn't love a good sewing tutorial?

 A pretty Pillow Case for the big day or resting until baby arrives!

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Sew4Home

A top that is comfy

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Sew Mama Sew

A bag that can be for a quick jaunt with baby or for groceries that folds up small!

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Craftster

A holder for grocery list that you can clip to your bag or wear!

Sew4Home


Camera Case to keep camera handy for all those special moments~
 

Sew-Mad

So there you have my handy list of easy sewing tutorials for moms and mom's to be. I hope you find one of them that you can use. If you have a great tutorial and want to share one here just let me know. I'd love to feature you~ 

What sewing projects have you been doing lately? or other projects?

Re- Purpose With Wool Sweaters

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the long thread

Here’s a quick tutorial for a felted sweater stocking.This makes a 12″ long stocking, but you could increase or decrease the pattern to suit your needs. Print the template here.

1. First, you’ll need 100% wool sweaters, washed and dried.
2. I cut my sweaters into 1 1/2″ strips (the width of my yard stick). I used about 15 strips in all. I sewed them with a straight stitch right sides together until I had a somewhat rectangular striped piece.
3. I then cut the pattern front from this piece, adding 1/2″ around the outside for the seam allowance. I cut the back from a solid color (with a band at the top). Be sure to cut the front and back in mirror image. I then inserted a quick loop and sewed it all together.

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I am just dying to make some of these for around my house this holiday season!
This and the tutorial above is all thanks to Ellen Lucket Baker and here is what she had to say;
So get some wool sweaters, wash and dry them, cut 15 circles according to the template, string them together and hang them or add them to your miniature winter village. I’m hoping to make one of those this year, but we’ll see. You know, because everyone needs a miniature winter village, right? Template for the tree ornaments




Refashionso
Who couldn't use a little decor pick me up? Could you see using a sweater with a seasonal color and some special buttons to dress up your holiday decor?

every little thing
What little one wouldn't love one of these cute little critters to hug at bedtime while waiting for Santa on Christmas Eve?






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And of course who doesn't need a two minute gift to make for the holidays? And with a how to get your sweater ready for any of these inspiring ideas that I am sure you are warming up to make! So don't throw out those old sweaters re purpose them & get new life out of them~
Have you used wool in any of your crafty projects? Have you tried to re purpose a sweater before? What was your favorite wool project? I sure would like to know~

Paper Mache Clay Recipe

The Ultimate Paper Mache This is a web site I came across that has many tutorials and how to make your own paper mache clay. It seems like you can manipulate this mix better than just paper mache. Jonni Good is an artist who took her dream of creating and now is making a living with making web sites and writing books. Here is a book she wrote on the subject:Make Animal Sculptures with Paper Mache Clay. Jonni's tutorials seem clear and easy to follow and for anyone just getting started with trying to sculpt you might like to visit her web site.
As for me my snowmen are dry and ready for some paint and decorating! Let the fun begin~ I am looking forward to sharing them completed. I hope you are enjoying your weekend~
What crafty things, sewing or other have you been up to?

Autumn Table Decorations & Crafts

Factory Direct
Good Housekeeping
Kaboose
Wisconsin Forestry
Wisconsin Forestry

Today is a gloomy, grey & cold. I was looking for a bit of color inspiration & happened upon some colorful and nature loving table decorating and craft ideas. These ideas are more seasonal taking you right through Thanksgiving! That I love. I can even see changing some of the ideas and making them seasonal to Christmas. Oh, and this tutorial for carving is one you won't want to miss~ How easy and the end results so festive. Now I have my creative juices flowing and will be warming up the colors of my home. How about you? Do you enjoy crafting or decorating for the season? I would love to know~ * all links above take you to source & how to's

Art Quilt E Class with Danita

This looks like so much fun to learn how to do I thought I would show you their promo video, class starts October 18, 2010 and its an e course. Here is the link on how to purchase the 4 week class & visit Danita's blog. How cool would it be to make an art quilt! You don't have to sew on a machine if you don't want you can stitch by hand too. Drop by Danita's blog for all the details~



Hope you enjoy their promo video. If you are interested in other classes they have some coming up just visit Cresendoh's Creative Lab. Have you taken any e classes that you have enjoyed or can recommend to others? Do comment & share with us all~

Halloween / Autumn Link Up

Hi everyone, I decided to make a Halloween / Autumn Link up with crafty ideas. I would love you to post your creativity here for everyone to see!!

I posted a tutorial on my other blog on how to create a journal page. If you haven't made or created one you might like to see it. But since I am going to create more Autumn and Halloween Crafts I thought we could do a link up of crafty posts, tutorials, decorating and just plain Halloween & Autumn inspiration!

So I hope you fly in on the winds of Autumn and share your crafty goodness!!
I can't wait to see what crafty delights everyone is creating this Autumn. I have left it open for quite some time so you can come back at your convenience and link up your posts!

ClothesPin Bags

1. Could be used for clothes pins or a few diapers/wipes or for a few small toys

2. Slides easily across clothes line when pinning clothes up

I thought I would share with you some designs I was working on for clothespin bags. I love hanging out my laundry in the sun to dry. Not only does it save energy but I love being outside while being productive. I love using the burlap as it gives a stiffening affect which then makes it easier to grab the clothespins out of the bag. There are a lot of tutorials on how to make clothes pin bags and I am going to leave a few links for you. But if you rather buy one I will be making some of these and selling them in my Etsy shop which is opening soon! I promise to tell you when~ Do you like hanging out your clothes to dry? Do you enjoy sewing up simple projects?

Clothes Pin Tutorial Links:
Martha Stewart
One from a child size button shirt
Cut out and Keep
Vintage Place mat into a Clothes Pin bag

Inspired by Polymore Clay

JamieEATworld

Well hello. I happened to be looking for ideas for Sammie since she wanted me to buy her some poly-more clay. Now what to create was the question & it lead me doing a search...First this is what I came across~I had to share this Bio of an Etsy artist. It is very interesting to watch. I know my tea party & French loving friends will love to see what she creates and sells. Well after you view this you might want to try a hand at working some poly-more clay & if you have kids the second video is a tutorial for a Hello Kitty~
For more inspiration or to buy someones creative goodies just click the link under the picture for Jamie's shop or this link will take you to one of many Etsy polymore- jewelery artists~ You can do a search and view more on their site. Pretty sweet, right?






Well off to finish up all those daily mom jobs that have to be done before I can play~ Until next time have a great day. What have you been making or wanting to start making these days? Fall is a great time to bring out the clay along with inspiration~
PS.My daughter Jen has me making a new project for her and I promise to share soon so don't forget to drop back by~

Scrapbooking "Matting a Photo"

Here is a simple technique Debbie is showing us how to matte a photo I may have to use this technique for some of the pages of my scrap book when I get my daughter's wedding photos. I think is will be great for anyone who wants a matted look on a page~




Just curious have you done any scrap booking lately? Do you do traditional or digital scrap booking? What are some of your favorite products or suppliers?

I am totally in love with a few online scrap book suppliers since my local Michael s Store scrapbook section is not that big. But I'll share that on another post~
Thanks Debbie from heARt of Scrapbooking~ Well I am keeping this short since it is a 3 day weekend~ I wish you all a wonderful Labor Day weekend!

3 in1 Mini - Album Tutorial

Oh hello friends, I hope this finds you well. I came across this great tutorial by Julie Kirk and had to share it. Anyone who loves paper, collecting, scrapbooks, and more will love this three in one journal. At the end of the tutorial are suggestions to alternate versions of it. What projects are you starting on? Are you finding time for your paper crafting, crafts or sewing? Well if you are busy like me with weddings, showers and such you might have to bookmark this tutorial for a bit later but I think this mini - album will inspire you to get crafty~but if you do a mini book soon be sure to share your creation right here so we can see it by posting a link in the comments and do let Julie know too~
To read a great interview and learn more about Julie pop on over to Popular Crafts. If you give her a visit let her know you found her via my blog. Don't forget to let me know what you are up too~

3in1 Journal A Notes on Paper Tutorial