This post, 10 ways to refashion a t-shirt, is sponsored by Fiskars. A basic tee it the perfect base for so much creativity. I had fun chopping and sewing and trimming and I'm really excited to share TEN t-shirt refashions with you today! We'll get nice and scissor happy by chopping, adding, nipping and more to these tees. Refashions are an easy way to get started sewing, and also a simple afternoon project if you already sew. I started this project with the intention of creating 10 different t-shirt refashions not realizing I would ...Continue Reading
Ruffle Sleeve Onesie + Basic Onesie Pattern (FREE)!
This post is sponsored by Nature's Fabrics! Nature's Fabrics has an amazing selection of organics, knits, and more! I partnered with Nature's Fabric to share a FREE ruffle sleeve onesie pattern! Maybe I really just wanted another excuse to post a million baby photos? We'll never know. But anyways, here are a million baby photos of my little peanut in this free pattern! This is a knit pattern for a basic onesie with a ruffle sleeve! You can totally leave off the ruffle if you want a more gender-neutral piece, but you know I love ...Continue Reading
Ombre Mermaid Blanket Tail pattern
We are all in love with this project over here! I've had this ombre mermaid tail blanket pattern in my mind for a long time now! In fact, I've had the fabric cut for months and months (before the baby came!). I finally had a chance to finish it up, just in time for the holidays. This is a perfect last minute sewing project to stick under the tree for lots of cozy evenings by the fire. The project itself didn't take long. It's not a hard project, even though it is a big project. The techniques involved are simple piecing and simple ...Continue Reading
Girl’s Room Reveal!
Reveal day is finally here! I've been working tirelessly on this room for the last 2 months and I'm thrilled to say it's done! I originally took on this big girl room project to help my almost-4-year-old transition a bit. We moved recently and having a new sister on top of that has sort of thrown her world a little bit. It's been evident in her behavior and I knew we needed a big project to work on together to make her feel special! I already shared the nursery side of the room in this post. Lena is so excited to share with her baby ...Continue Reading
25 must-have sewing books
When I walk into a bookstore I always make a beeline for the craft book section. Sewing inspiration PLUS the smell of brand new books, yes please! These are a few of the must-have sewing books I either have on my bookshelf or my wishlist. 1.The New Complete Guide to Sewing (Reader's Digest)- I always recommend this book! It's the best how-to guide for sewing techniques from basic to advanced. 2. See Kate Sew: 24 Learn-to-Sew Projects You Can Make in an Hour- This is my book, woo hoo! It's set to release this month, although it's already ...Continue Reading
Men’s Dopp Kit + Gift Ideas for Men + Printable Gift Tags + JORD watches giveaway!
This post contains affiliate links! Phew....sorry about that long title! There is a lot going on in this post! First of all, according to Amazon, my book is SHIPPING NOW! Hooray! Go snag one up and tell me what you think! There is one project in the book that is particularly perfect for men's gifts! It's a dopp kit pattern and I love how quick this project is! I sewed this one up in about 20 minutes (which fits with the whole theme of my book of course: 24 projects you can sew in an hour!) and I'm planning to stuff it full ...Continue Reading
DIY Floral Monogram
I'm excited to share this DIY floral monogram letter with you today along with a little peek at the girl's room! I have been working hard on this room for the last few weeks! I mentioned a little bit about it on my instagram account with a few little details. I decided to give my older daughter a big project to work on with me since she's been having such a hard time being a new big sister. She was SO excited for the new baby, her little sister, that I didn't expect the behavior backlash that we've dealt with. It's so hard watching ...Continue Reading
25 Free Sewing Patterns
Here's an updated roundup of more than 25 FREE sewing patterns from the archives! Make something fun for your home, a friend, a new baby, or even your fur baby! There's something here for everyone. :) Take Flight Kids Knapsack - This kids backpack is cute and easy to sew! DIY Bow Shirt - BOWS! So cute for a little girl. DIY Quilted Coasters - Cute little coasters, make a stack for a gift! Fabric Toy Buckets - Organize your life with these fabric toy buckets! Car Seat Cover - Make a few of these for your baby! Velcro Wallets - ...Continue Reading
DIY teething necklace with Solly Baby!
This post is sponsored by Gugu Guru in partnership with Solly Baby! Check out the Gugu Guru Baby Registry that gives you product suggestions based on your lifestyle! Head over to the Gugu Guru blog to enter to win a Solly Baby wrap! It's baby wearing month at Gugu Guru and today I'm showing off the Wrap by Solly Baby! This wrap is one of my favorite baby products. Baby wearing has been essential since baby #2 came around. I need my hands free and I don't mind the extra newborn bonding time, either! I love the Solly because the fabric is ...Continue Reading
Baby Milestone Cards free download
This post, Baby Milestone Cards free download, is sponsored by Bitta Kidda! This innovative sleep sack with patented features has built-in lovies for your babe to grab! We've been using a few Bitta Kidda products over the last few weeks and Mae loves them! They came at a really great time because Mae is drooling like a dog and seems to be in the beginning stages of teething. I sure hope she cuts a tooth soon, listening to her little shrieks is heartbreaking! As you can see in a few of these photos she grabs onto the built-in ...Continue Reading
FREE blessing dress pattern + tutorial
As promised, here is the blessing DRESS pattern and tutorial from this baby blessing outfit! This blessing dress pattern was so fun to make. It looks really fancy, but you'll be surprised at how simple it actually is. I posted the coordinating bonnet tutorial last week in this post. This adorable christening gown is now available in more sizes - up to 24M! Get the full pattern here! I wanted a super frilly and really long dress for Mae's blessing. I used an off-white linen and 3 different kinds of lace. I love the vintage feel it ...Continue Reading
