Sewing info & patterns.
Pin it This style of pocket is more of an intermediate project. This tutorial shows an All-In-One pocket being sewn. To make a fitted diaper pocket you will follow the same instructions except you will have absorbent fabric in place of the PUL. I use the cloth diaper pattern available at Amber...
Pin itThis is such a quick & easy project! This cute little gingerbread is so yummy, someone has already taken a bite! This pattern & tutorial assume some basic sewing skills. Embroidery is optional, there are lots of great tutorials on YouTube and via Google if you want to look up the embroidery stitches...
Pin itI did not go overboard this year and then feel badly when I was not able to complete everything. I chose wisely this time! I made two mermaiden dolls for my girls from the book Wee Wonderfulls by Hillary Lang. I like them very much and I think my girls will too. If...
Pin it Add these plump sock turkeys to your Fall decor! These toms are sure to please. This adorable sock turkey is easy to make. The eight page PDF file includes full color step by step photos, full size pattern pieces, and easy to follow written directions. Can be sewn entirely by hand. Get...
Pin it I just finished sewing up a few new cloth diapers for my daughter. They are quick & easy to make when you use the following tips… I use the pattern from Amber Perry Patterns on Etsy. Add a cute cotton flannel print to give your diapers a little extra personality. 1 1/2...
Pin itI have been sewing fold over elastic onto diapers for several years and am sharing my sewing tips with you! Fold over elastic (FOE) is wonderful for binding cloth diaper covers, fitted diapers and all-in-ones. I use the diaper cover pattern available at Amber Perry Patterns on Etsy.
Pin itWondering what a wool soaker is? What are longies and shorties? And what about sleep sacks and skirties? Wonder no more! Think wool is just for cloth diaper users? Think again! Read to the end to find how wool can be a fantastic solution for naps & nighttime for disposable diaper users as...
Pin itMy daughter has been rapidly outgrowing her warm winter pajamas. She’s left with her sleeveless summer nightgowns. Which just won’t do in winter. As much as I’d like to sew up some new pajamas or flannel gowns for her, my time is pretty tight right now. The answer came from knitting inspiration. I...
Pin itNeed a hug? Do your kids need a hug? Happy Huggers to the rescue! These adorable monsters (dare we even call them monsters?) are just the ticket. These sweet, loving monsters can be sewn up in about 2 hours from just about any fabric. This pattern is designed specifically with recycled, upcycled, and...
Pin it*This post taken from my old blog. Original writing July 2008. You know that really ugly tie you wish your main man didn’t have? Well here’s an excellent way to put it to good use while ensuring that he will not be wearing it ever again. OK, seriously, you can use any tie....
