Written by Michael Ann of Michael Ann Made. Happy February friends of See Kate Sew! Michael Ann here from Michael Ann Made with a super simple sewing project perfect for sending tiny messages of love this Valentine's day. This Secret Pocket Pillow comes together so quickly, with materials you probably already have. Use a heart for Valentine's, or cut out a little felt tooth to make a tooth fairy pillow. Make it now, and you can tuck little notes to your loved ones in it all year long! secret pocket pillow ...Continue Reading
painted heart brooch pins
Written by Jessica of the Ladyette. There's something about February that makes me feel like it's okay to go a little overboard with the hearts, but I try to contain my excitement. I made these little painted heart pins to wear with everything - sweaters, tees, on scarves, and on bags. The painting possibilities are endless and these can be completed within 20 minutes! Yay for quick, afternoon crafts! painted heart brooch pins Supplies: two 1.5" wooden hearts, two 1" metal brooch bar pins, E-6000 glue (or super glue will do!), a ...Continue Reading
animal pun valentines
Two more animal pun valentines printables! The first one is for a mouse toy, the valentine says "You're a gouda one!" Hahah, get it, mice like cheese? Okay, maybe a tiny stretch. Mouse puns are hard, do you have any? you're a gouda one valentine see kate sew I found these Calico Critters mice at Toys R Us on clearance, $1.50 for two, had to buy them! And one more that works for any tiger, lion or cat toy, "We're PURR-fect together". we're purr-fect together valentines see kate sew Hope you have a purrfect and gouda ...Continue Reading
my life would SUCK without you (succulent valentine idea)
This one came to me in the middle of the night, like my best ideas sometimes do! (Do get good ideas at night? It might be the only time I have to think.) So anyways, I was trying to formulate a succulent valentine idea. Who doesn't want a succulent on V day? At first I thought "You don't suck" but that is kinda dumb and I don't think many people would appreciate getting a Valentine like that. So then I thought "Valentine's Day would suck without you" which is okay but not perfect. And then Kelly Clarkson's classic came to mind, the one ...Continue Reading
fairytale capelet and hood set pattern release
New pattern available - the fairytale hood + capelet set! This is an accessory pattern set, it comes with a bunch of options for winter wear! You can make a plain mini capelet, a hooded mini capelet with rounded hood (with bear or cat ears) or a pixie hood, or just make a plain hood/bonnet to keep your ears warm! Lots of patterns in one! My favorite is the cat hood/bonnet above. I made it in a floral cotton with a wool lining. The wool is a little too thick for the bow, but it is still cute! Lena wears it almost everyday when we go out in the ...Continue Reading
alt summit business cards!
A week or so ago I went to ALT summit! If you follow me on instagram (@seekatesew) you were probably overgrammed while I was there. There was just so much pretty and fun stuff going on I couldn't help it! I made up some new business cards for the event. I had so many ideas, but in the end the simple one won out. So I made a simple business card and sewed little buttons on them. I ordered basic business cards from moo.com (best business cards ever) and lots of little black buttons from Lotsofbuttons.com. The front has a little button graphic ...Continue Reading
DIY Delicate Two-Tier Necklace
Written by Mandy Pellegrin of Fabric Paper Glue This little creation is a huge bang for the buck. Using very basic jewelry-making techniques, you can make an elegant two-tier necklace in four simple steps (and probably no more than five minutes!). And this little beauty is the perfect way to subtly dress up a plain white tee and a pair of jeans. DIY Two-Tier Necklace Supplies: about 65" of delicate gold chain, 3 small gold jump rings, 2 delicate rhinestone dangles*, 2 pairs of pliers *Some great ones are available ...Continue Reading
DIY sequin elbow patch sweater
Written by Vivian of Vivileen and Suz+Viv.I love elbow patches and almost all things sparkly, so I thought a great way to change up an old or thrifted sweater or cardigan would be to add sparkly elbow patches. The oatmeal cardigan I used for this project has been sitting in my closet neglected for quite a while. I wanted to give it some excitement with these elbow patches. Even though cardigans fit an almost 8 month baby bump I had my twin Suz model for my photos so the bump wouldn't be too distracting ;) DIY sequin elbow ...Continue Reading
Penelope Peplum Sew-a-long Day 6: Skirt + done!
Today's task will finish the shirt! If you've been sewing along, you have 5 days under your belt with a belly shirt to show for it! Let's finish that shirt with a skirt! Follow steps 8-12 to finish the skirt or use one of the NEW add-on skirts with a circle version, circle dress version, or gathered dress version! Check out the release post here! And you're done...CONGRATULATIONS! If you missed any days or are just starting, here are the other sew-a-long posts! Sew-a-long Schedule Day 1: Find Fabric Day 2: Print ...Continue Reading
Penelope Peplum Circle Skirt + Dresses Add-on Pattern Release // 3 new variations!
I have a big surprise today! An add-on pattern for the Penelope Peplum with THREE new skirt options is now available! This pattern provides full size pattern pieces for three new versions: the circle top, the circle dress and the gathered dress! The pattern uses the original Penelope Peplum file for most of the pieces, so you need to have that pattern to make these dresses and top. After making quite a few Penelope tops, I was craving a dress, so decided to make one with a gold striped knit I had and I LOVED it! It looks super cute ...Continue Reading
Penelope Peplum Sew-a-long Day 5: Neckline
Today in the Penelope Peplum, finish the neckline of your top by following steps 14-20 in the pattern instructions. (This is out of order from the original directions, but the skirt will be tomorrow and then we'll be done!) Facings are a nice way to finish any neckline. I have a more in-depth tutorial on how to make and sew a facing HERE. We are almost there! If you missed any days or are just starting, here are the other sew-a-long posts! Sew-a-long Schedule Day 1: Find Fabric Day 2: Print Pattern Day 3: Cut Fabric Day 4: Bodice ...Continue Reading
