{ Happy Sewing } … Hand Warmers
Searching for an idea for last minute teachers’ gifts, hostess gifts or stocking stuffers for a loved one? I was doing just that yesterday when I came upon this lovely post for scented sachets. Alas, I had no easy access to a bushel of lavender on a cold snowy day, but I had the idea […]
{ Happy Sewing } … Embroidered Tooth Pillow
My boy is so excited … his first tooth is wiggling. These little life’s big moments take precedent and should be marked with something special. Ever since his big sister lost her first tooth a few years ago and I had made her a little owl pillow so the tooth fairy would know where to […]
{ Happy Sewing } … Les Monsieurs Skirt
I promised this tutorial, and finally, it’s here! So … without further ado … The Les Monsieurs Skirt What I used: This was made for a 7-year old. For a younger child, I would just cut the shorter measurement of the 2 main pieces each a few inches shorter, but still use the full 45″ […]
{ Happy Sewing } … Les Monsieurs Reversible Cape
You’ve been asking for it, so, without further ado, here is the promised reversible superhero cape for your little one. What I used: Keep in mind, I made this cape for my five-year old son. It should work fine for a child between about 4-6 years. If making it for an older child, I might […]
{ Happy Sewing } … Little Backpacks Tutorial
Should be organizing, making lists, trying to switch gears to be ready for a new school year. My disorganized self still has oodles of books, pencils, crayons … you name it, to buy. So, why not procrastinate with the necessities just a bit longer and instead make a few easy, cute, soft backpacks for gym […]
{ Happy Sewing } … Monsieur Pocket Pillow Tutorial
My son loves arranging things (pillows, stuffed animals, etc) on his bed and he’s been asking for a personalized pillow for some time now. My Les Monsieurs fabric line offered the perfect inspiration. I decided to be really playful with the personalization aspect, and created a soft 2-sided doll. One side is Max today, the other […]
Guest Blogging Over at Michael Miller
Today I am excited to be guest blogging on the Michael Miller Fabrics blog, Making it Fun. Head on over for a little Flight Patterns inspiration … a bit about how the collection came to be, some pretty project pictures and a GIVEAWAY! Also, a tutorial for this quilt Did I mention a giveaway?
