This sewing machine mat tutorial is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. It's time to get organized! I've been meaning to make a little mat for my sewing machine for a long time, mostly to keep my sewing desk area clean! This sewing machine mat has 5 pockets that hang over the desk to hold all that stuff you are always reaching for while you sew - seam rippers, thread clippers, needles, pins and clips! You can even stash a snack in here to hide it from your kids, or use one of ...Continue Reading
DIY Silicone Teething Necklace Tutorial
I originally shared this post about 2 years ago at Gugu Guru! Now that I have yet ANOTHER teething baby I was reminded of it and realized I haven't posted it here yet! Now you can find it in the Baby category! Also- 3 months is WAY too young to teethe, right? ....... We have been using this wrap all the time lately with my third baby. I love how easy it is to put on and how convenient it is to have my hands free, both when we're out and when we're at home doing chores. The Wrap has come in handy these last few weeks as we have battled ...Continue Reading
Braided Baby Headband Tutorial
I originally posted this braided baby headband tutorial over at Gugu Guru. I'm posting it here today so you can always find it in the baby archives! Realizing I may have gone a little overboard with the baby pictures on this one, whoops! I used knit (stretchy) fabric to create a 4-strand braided headband with a frilly 'bow' at the top. This requires only a little bit of actual sewing, most of the construction is pretty easy! I love fun headbands and especially love making them with really soft floral fabric. I used two types of fabric to ...Continue Reading
All about the Cricut Maker Rotary Blade
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. I've been casually telling you about the Cricut Maker Rotary Blade for over a year now, but wanted to write out a really thorough post about all the things it can and cannot do, how it works, etc. Basically, HOW IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE! Sounds dramatic but the Cricut Maker Rotary Blade has changed the way I sew in the last year and I want it to change yours too! The Cricut Maker is the newest and most capable Cricut machine ...Continue Reading
Elf on the Shelf Mermaid Tail Pattern
Making elf babies was so fun I made another accessory - an elf on the shelf mermaid tail pattern! This felt mermaid tail is another super quick no-sew project that you might already have the materials for! If you have a mermaid lover at home, you can also make a kid-size mermaid tail with THIS FREE PATTERN! I added iron-on vinyl mermaid scales and made a quick video to show you how to make it! You can download this free pattern as an SVG file so you can upload it to Design Space and have your cutting machine cut it. ...Continue Reading
hi bae! // how to make fabric party favor bags
HI BAE! Don't ask me quite what that means but I think it means hi friend! in LOL language ;) In this post I will show you how to make fabric party favor bags that can be used for any kind of party! We're still LOL Obsessed (see HERE, HERE, HERE, HERE and HERE for more proof!) and we had an LOL themed birthday party last weekend! These little treat bags are made with basic cotton fabric and only require 3 lines of stitching - BUT you can also do a no-sew version by just using a hot glue gun wherever there is a seam. Since they are just ...Continue Reading
how to make a baby elf on the shelf – SUPER EASY!
It's a boy! It's a girl! It's an elf on the shelf baby! It wasn't my idea, I promise, but in this post I will show you how to make a baby elf on the shelf, it's so easy! Not sure where my kids got this idea (oh wait yes I do: YouTube!) but I took it as a craft challenge! So Santa gave Zoey two baby elves! They are named Chloe and Bowie, hah! These little DIY baby elf on the shelfs are made with felt and a glue gun - no sewing required! They are super easy and pretty fun, too! I made their little faces with a wooden ball and ...Continue Reading
DIY Circle Playmat with Fringe!
This DIY circle playmat tutorial was originally posted on Gugu Guru but today I'm bringing it back here so it's easy for you to find! This circular playmat is super easy to make, it comes together in about an hour! We use this mat every day for diaper changes and tummy time. You can read my review of the Tranquilo Mat right here! I used high contrast fabrics for the mat and it's reversible! The high contrast will keep baby's attention which I always find to be calming for them! This playmat finishes about 3' across, which is a ...Continue Reading
25 easy zipper pouch sewing tutorials to sew for gifts!
When in doubt, sew a zipper pouch! Here are 25+ easy zipper pouch sewing tutorials you can give as gifts! I love zipper pouches because they can be the wrapping for a gift like a gift card, makeup, chocolate and more! They are also the perfect stand-alone gift - who doesn't love getting a brand new handmade zipper pouch? And once you've made one you can make them all! Here are over 25 fun variations for every occasion! 1. Flat bottom zipper pouch tutorial 2. Leather Kitty Purse Tutorial 3. Bow zipper pouch ...Continue Reading
Velvet Zipper Clutch with Roses SVG
There a zipper pouch for that! It's no secret that I love making zipper pouches. They are my #1 project for when you're in a creative slump (see my other recommendations here) and they can't be used for so. many. things! This velvet zipper pouch has iron-on roses all over. Using iron-on on velvet is extra fun because it gives it another texture! I used holographic iron-on and created this abstract rose design. Now that I'm back to using a diaper bag, I need a clutch to put all my stuff in so it doesn't get poopy or milk spilled all over it! ...Continue Reading
Best Sewing Machine under $200
I always get a lot of questions about sewing machines to buy around this time of year, usually from people looking for a starter machine for a kid! I LOVE chatting about sewing machines and love knowing that there are sewing machines under Christmas trees for new sewers. I can't even imagine how fun that would be! I definitely believe that everyone should sew (haha!) so the more machines floating around the better! There are a few essential features I recommend for a starter machine so I'll compare a few that I've used along with a few other ...Continue Reading
