Submarine Pullover
If you sew kids’ clothing and you don’t know Shwin Designs, you are missing out. Shauna creates fabulous patterns for both boys and girls, and they never disappoint. One of my favorites is the Nowhere Man Pants, which…
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Getting Ready for Baby: Cloth Wipes and Burp Cloths
If you’ve had a baby or seen a baby before… ever… you know that babies make a lot of messes. And usually at the times that are the most inconvenient [like when you’re sitting in church or cleaning…
Easy DIY Baby Pants Tutorial
With a house already full of boys, I haven’t had the need to buy much of anything for this new babe. I did want to make a few things for baby, however, and one of my favorite things to…
K.I.D.S. post on Me Sew Crazy!
Today I’m sharing an outfit my five-year-old and I designed together as part of Jessica’s K.I.D.S. series at Me Sew Crazy! So come on by to check out my son’s inspiration drawing and a little pocket tutorial!
Sew in Tune: Sunglasses at Night
Today I’m over at Melly Sews, sharing the rockstar look I talked about yesterday, as part of the Sew in Tune series.Click over to see a fun tutorial for the shirt I made for my little rocker. And…
Comfy Rockstar Pants Tutorial… made from an unlikely fabric!
I have one of those three-year-olds who would live in sweatpants if I let him. He loves to be comfy. And really, who can blame him? Sweatpants are quite delightful. Especially when the windchill is below zero. But…
Busy, busy, busy…
I have been busy, preparing for a few awesome series that I’m super excited to join this year. Plus I’ve been doing some pattern testing. And, you know, growing a tiny human. And there’s that whole, spending quality time with…
Cuff Bracelet Tutorial: Because She’s Worth it!
When thinking about what kind of bracelet or zipper pouch tutorial I wanted to share with you as part of the She’s Worth it Campaign, the very first thing that came to mind was a simple cuff bracelet….
Cool Cardigan… with mix and match patterns
Have y’all seen Blank Slate Patterns by Melly Sews? This girl is a fellow boy-mama and a pattern making machine. I recently sewed up the Cool Cardigan for my oldest. And seriously, this pattern is fabulous. I used…
Thoughts on fabric, boring decor, and lack of commitment…
I have had the same curtains in my living room for about six years. I made them not long after we moved into our house, and they’ve served our little home well. The thing about them is that…