We love the book series Princess in Black about a princess who changes into all black to fight monsters from Monster Land. So we made a DIY Princess in Black costume for Halloween! This is a great costume idea if your school does book character day in October, too. The Princess in Black is just your typical pink princess until she gets a call about a monster - then she turns into a superhero! We love this book series - it's great for toddlers and elementary age kids. This outfit has a few parts but is pretty simple to make! This blog post ...Continue Reading
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Mountain Town and More Mountain Quilt Patterns
The Mountain Town quilt pattern is new this month for July's Pattern of the Month! This adorable quilt makes a nice Christmas couch quilt with it's cozy wintery vibes! This post also has a list of more mountain quilt patterns for all your outdoorsy sewing escapades! The Mountain Town Quilt features a little forest town with homes, a schoolhouse (or church) and two kinds of trees! Use solids as shown or choose Christmasy prints. I even think this one could make a really spooky Halloween quilt! The template blocks are really fun to ...Continue Reading
harry potter elf on the shelf outfit
Make this fun Harry Potter Elf on the Shelf scene with a super simple tutorial! This post includes an Elf Harry Potter robes and scarf tutorial so you can make your own! Use a sewing machine or use hot glue for a no-sew version! These Christmas elves are so fun for kids! Add Harry Potter-themed elves to your elf on the shelf calendar! This is next level fun for any Harry Potter fan and the whole family will love it! Choose your favorite house colors and make a scarf to go with it! We did a Gryffindor (red and yellow) and Slytherin ...Continue Reading
Elf on the Shelf Dress Pattern
Sew an Elf on the Shelf Dress with this simple pattern! It's so easy you can whip up a whole bunch for different Elf on the Shelf ideas! This dress also fits a standard Barbie Doll! Making clothing for a doll or toy is such a great way to renew interest in an old toy! I use this trick all the time! See more doll tutorials by clicking here! The Elf doll dress pattern can be used to make all sorts of Elf on the Shelf ideas! My kids love seeing something new on the Elf and this dress pattern makes that easy. There are no side seams ...Continue Reading
DIY Dog Poop Bag Holder
I love almost everything about having a dog. The only thing I don't like is picking up dog poo while we are out on walks, it's such a mess! But since I know it has to be done, I made a DIY dog poop bag holder to make it a little cuter and convenient! This little pouch is fun to sew and oh so cute! This DIY poop bag dispenser can be made in any cute fabric and it's the perfect size for a standard roll of poop bags! You'll be the coolest pet owner in the neighborhood! This is also the perfect accessory to make for a new dog owner - gift it ...Continue Reading
FREE kids knapsack pattern!
Every kid needs a backpack for adventures! Sew this free kids knapsack pattern with any knit fabric. It's adorable, fun to sew and perfect for stashing little cars, rocks and sticks! Kids Backpack Materials 1/2 yard knit fabric for main1/2 yard knit fabric in another color for contrast and lining3/4" twill tape3/4" velcroTake Flight Knapsack pattern download, see belowneedle and thread Free Kids Knapsack Pattern Click below to get this download. Print at 100% or DO NOT SCALE and tape pattern pieces together. KIDS KNAPSACK ...Continue Reading
Cricut Disney Tees
Make your own Cricut Disney Tees with this simple tutorial! These Minnie mouse tees are made with fabric applique and a big 3-dimensional bow! Such a unique shirt to wear to Disneyland! The Minnie mouse outline can be made with either black fabric or iron-on vinyl - whichever you prefer! Choose your favorite printed fabric for the bow! These shirts are washable - just turn inside out to wash, then press the bow with an iron before wearing! This 3D bow shirt will help you stand out at Walt DisneyWorld! The SVG files also include a ...Continue Reading
crumbl cookie teacher gift printable
My grades would crumbl without you! Print off these cute tags and put together a quick Crumbl Cookie teacher gift to show your appreciation! These are excellent for Teacher Appreciation Week which is usually the first week of May. Crumbl Cookies are so good and come in a pretty pink box, so they are already ready to give as a gift! Add this cute printable card and a ribbon (or scrap of fabric!) and you have an easy teacher gift! You know I love puns and I think most teachers appreciate a good play on words! I've tried a few kinds ...Continue Reading
how to make a weighted blanket
We love weighted blankets in our home but they are so expensive! It's simple and easy to make your own blanket so in this post I am going to show you how to make a weighted blanket! These are great for helping you get to sleep and the weight provides extra comfort. It's easy and you can make them for your whole family! In this post I'll walk you through the materials and supplies you need and how to make a weighted blanket for a fraction of the cost of buying one! There is even a super cheap option below! I love the final result ...Continue Reading
Create Room Dreambox Review + Coupon Code
This post is a comprehensive review of the Create Room Dreambox for 2023! I've had my Dreambox for a few years now and through those years it has gone through some expansion with the addition of the Sew Station and DreamCart and transformation with the new DiviDrawers and tracks. So this review will tell you all about the DreamBox, why I love it, how I use it and how to get your own! Use the code SEEKATESEW for $100 off the DreamBox! Create Room Black Friday 2023 Sale Details Sale dates: 11/17-11/27 This year's Create Room Black Friday ...Continue Reading
Pillowcase Sewing Pattern – Easy Tutorial
You can never have enough pillowcases laying around! This easy pillowcase sewing pattern is perfect for sprucing up your bed! Make a few pillowcases for everyone on your list! I love letting my kids pick a fabric at the store for their own pillowcases. This simple pillowcase also makes a great gift and can even be used as a gift bag - just put a gift inside and tie it with a ribbon! This tutorial makes a standard size pillowcase that you can switch out whenever you want. It only takes a few stitches on your sewing machine to ...Continue Reading