Dishtowel Apron Tutorial
Here’s another apron to add to the list! Made by Petchy shares this “ridiculously simple” apron tutorial using a dishtowel and some ribbon. Embellish as desired!
Repurpose Sleeves into Pants Tutorial
Holy smiling tushies, Batman! Look at those pants…I mean sleeves…I mean. Ok. Ok. I’m done amusing myself. These happy knickers are the handiwork of Just Tutes who fashioned them out of a pair of…
Upholstered Growth Chart Pattern
This growth chart is so much prettier than anything you’ll find in stores. It’s made from a board, some batting, and fabric and you can make one, too! Unraveled shares the pattern and all…
Flickr Inspiration > Make a felt crown
1. Side View, 2. Pretty Princess Felt Ponytail Holders, Hot Pink, 3. wool felt crown, 4. crown detail, 5. Upcycled Wool Felt Crown, 6. Wool Felt Crown, 7. tree, 8. september birthday crown, 9….
Refashioned Onesie to Toddler Dress
Can you believe that this dress was made from a baby onesie and some extra fabric? Reuse your outgrown onesies or take advantage of massive clearance sales and let Dana get you started on…
Kitchen Playmat Tutorial
Look to Balancing Everything for the pattern pieces and instructions on sewing this portable kitchen play area. Such a clever idea and perfect for those without the space to accommodate bulky kitchen play sets.
Remake Your Sheets Into A Quilt Tutorial
I am LOVING this tutorial from Craftstylish. Learning to make a quilt has been on my list for quite some time but I find all of the cutting involved to be quite intimidating. This…
The Makings of a Robot Softie
Have you ever met a more likable-looking robot? Check out Revoluzzza and read about the steps she took to make this adorable guy. Then make a bunch in all different shapes and sizes and…
Flickr Inspiration > Make a Child’s Apron
Plus, check out Sew Liberated’s free apron pattern. With a bit of stretch around the neck and a Velcro closure, this has got to be the most kid-friendly apron out there!
DIY Memory Game Roundup
I’ve been seeing a TON of memory/matching games popping up all over the blogosphere. The great thing about these games is how customizable they are. I grabbed the ones from my bookmarks and searched…
Easy Bias Tape Bib
The Purl Bee has a wonderful tutorial for putting together these simple bibs. Last minute baby shower gifts anyone? Anyone?
embroidered helicopter softie
Early Bird Special stitched up this A-dorable little chopper for her daughter. Don’t you just love that face?! The soft colored tinting was created using crayons, a method you can learn more about here!
knee socks to tights
I have to agree with Wee Wonderful’s Hilary Lang: tights are hard to find, especially really cute ones. See the solution she came up with for her daughter!
fight back against the incredible shrinking clothes
with this fab tutorial from crafter Betz White. She’ll show you how to squeeze a little more life out of your kids’ clothes by combining two shirts into one! Genius!
flickr inspiration > make a kitty
1. black kitty, 2. kitty dolls 2, 3. Pointy Kitty, 4. Free Pattern Half Past Midnight, A Witch’s Cat, 5. "Charlotte", 6. Pierre, 7. IMGP5436, 8. three is a company!, 9. Fortunato xl, 10….