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Jan 7, 2010, Beaded Bracelet Keepsake Jewelry
Create beautiful baby beaded keepsake jewelry with this tutorial written for us by Wanda of Making-Beaded-Jewelry.com.
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Dec 31, 2009, Tie Dye Baby Clothes - the FASTEST way
Use spray paint especially made for fabric to create tie dye baby clothes so fast you won't feel bad about using this "cheaters tie dye" method.
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Dec 29, 2009, Create Contrast Trim with Fabric Spray Paint
Did you know you can use non-toxic spray paint to dye details on baby clothes? Fun stuff. Here we added contrasting trim to a plain outfit.
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Dec 17, 2009, FREE Baby Pants Patterns in 2 Sizes
Finally, (because so many people bugged me about it) the free baby pants pattern is available to print in actual size, in sizes 0-3 months and 6-12 months. Finally!
Consider it my end of year holiday gift to you all. Thanks to everyone who visits this site and happy crafting!
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Dec 16, 2009, Bean Bag Toss Game
Quick! Still time to make this bean bag toss game this year! This is so simple to make and so satisfying. Keeps toddlers busy inside when it is too cold to go out!
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Dec 10, 2009, Free Elf Hat Pattern for Toddler
A free, printable elf hat pattern just in time for Christmas! Keep your little elf warm with this hilariously cute hat. Super easy quick sew - only two pieces.
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Dec 3, 2009, DIY Maternity Yoga Pants
Here are some handy DIY maternity yoga pants instructions for you! No need to buy stretchy pants when you can sew these on the cheap and in fabrics you like.
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Dec 3, 2009, Reader Submission: Almond Butter Playdough
Jenn shared her Almond Butter Playdough Recipe with us yesterday!
What baby stuff have you been making? Clothes? Toys? Making any homemade holiday gifts for the wee ones this year? Upload a photo and show it off right here!
(PS - if you have your own blog, include the link in your submission to get some linky love)
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Oct 25, 2009, Nursery Wall Decals
Wall vinyl decals are an easy way to add design to baby's room!
The above examples are courtesy of The Simple Stencil where you can find tons of decals that would be perfect for your nursery!!
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Aug 4, 2009, Crafty Mama August: Ann of Harvest Moon by Hand
Our new featured Crafty Mama for August is Ann of Harvest Moon by Hand! Aren't her window stars stunning? I love them as seasonal window decoration in a play room or a child's room. I can't get over this happy yellow sunshine for summer.
Read the full interview here!
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Jun 3, 2009, Crafting for a Cause & Crafty Mama June
Here is a great chance to "craft for a cause" and be part of our Crafty Mama June's project!
Shannon, (full interview here) has coordinated a project where she asks that you get involved by making a doll (or two or more!) to give to an orphan in Uganda.
For more info on the project, go to her site, Amazima Dolls Project to learn more and to fill out her volunteer form to make a promise to make a doll! She offers free patterns (sewing, knitting and crochet) and dolls aren't due until October 1, 2009.
I can't wait to get started on mine...
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May 22, 2009, Where to buy Print Gocco!?!
I've been getting a lot of email lately from people asking where to buy a Gocco, thanks to this tutorial...
The best place? eBay! Here is one for sale right now with free shipping that includes tons of fabric ink and the stamp set!
May 3, 2009, Crafty Mama May: Vanessa Christenson, V and Co.
Our new featured Crafty Mama for May is Vanessa of V and Co.! I love her blog, where she shares her amazing frugal decor ideas and other crafty projects, tutorials and more.
Read the full interview here!
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Apr 9, 2009, Happy Easter! Stuffed Bunny Pattern
Happy Easter! There is still enough time to whip up an easy stuffed bunny, like this one here: Stuffed Bunny Pattern PDF and instructions.
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Apr 4, 2009, Maternity Wrap Skirt Pattern
Since many of our readers are currently pregnant, here is a free, printable Maternity Wrap Skirt Pattern PDF and instructions.
For the non-pregnant mama folks, hey, this is just a wrap skirt! You can wear it too! In fact, check out the photos on the page, you'll see both pregnant and non-pregnant skirt wearing!
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Jan 1, 2009, Free Sweater Teddy Bear Pattern
Yet another recycled wool sweater tutorial. Can you tell I recently scored some wool sweaters? This Sweater Bear Pattern PDF is free for you to download and print out to create your very own sweater bear from recycled sweaters!
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An eco-friendly take on the classic bear. Enjoy!
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Dec 31, 2008, Recycled Sweater Wool Diaper Cover "Longies"
Another recycled wool sweater tutorial! This time, make wool diaper covers to keep your little one cozy for the rest of winter.
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Dec 19, 2008, Free Christmas Elf Doll Pattern
Here is a last minute stocking stuffer idea for you. This Christmas Elf Doll Pattern and tutorial will have you cranking out adorable little elves for your little elves in no time.
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Dec 14, 2008, Save Handmade Children's Items! Please!
Have you heard about the new US regulations on toys and childrens' products that will make handmade toys, clothing, diapers and baby carriers illegal starting in February?
While we strongly believe in testing of mass-produced toys and products (remember all the lead paint toys a couple years back?) this new requirement will virtually put all handmade toy makers and clothing designers for kids out of business.
This entire website is built around making handmade items for children so this impacts nearly every darn person reading this either as a buyer or as a maker or as a mother. Please help!
In fact most of these amazing mamas we've featured will be out of business starting in February if this law passes as is.
Check out this Save Handmade resources page on Cool Mom Picks for more info and what you can do to help!
Dec 13, 2008, Quick Gift Tags from Toddler Art
We're busy crafting up a storm here and babies are included!
If you don't have a giant circle punch as shown - just hand cut your tags. Set your little one up with some red, red & green or blue crayons, finger paint or markers and let them scribble!
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Dec 8, 2008, Felted Sweaters Baby Quilt Tutorial
This amazingly detailed Felted Sweater Baby Quilt Tutorial was written for us by Shira Adriance of Papou.
Not sure how to felt? Check out this How to Felt Sweaters guide that Shira also shared with us!
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Dec 6, 2008, Etsy.com Handmade Portrait Video
On a personal note...here is the handmade portrait video that Etsy.com did on yours truly.
Hey - it is relevant, I'm making baby stuff after all!
Nov 12, 2008, Mothering Magazine Natural Toys Webinar!
Mothering Mazagine is hosting an "A to Z Guide to Natural Toys" webinar on December 2nd and we're one of the presenters!
I created a detailed video tutorial (it is 15 minutes!) on how to make wooden toys and what paints/finishes to use.
Register now for the webinar here - space is limited!
Nov 6, 2008, And the Handmade Baby Quilt Winners Are...
1st Place - Counting Sheep by Gina
2nd Place - Big Tree, Little Bird by Kiki
3rd Place - Flock Together by Melissa
A HUGE thanks everyone who entered, the judges and our awesome sponsors Superbuzzy and Sublime Stitching for making this contest so much fun.
Another exciting contest to be announced soon. Stay connected by subscribing to our newsletter!
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Nov 2, 2008, Handmade Baby Quilt Contest...Winners are Being Picked!
Our contest is officially over and I'm thrilled to report that we had 180 amazing entries.
Our five judges (Irene, Alicia, Ellen, Courtney and Helen) will be pouring over the entries in the next couple days and the winners will be announced very soon!
Prizes of $100, $50 and $25 gift certificates to Superbuzzy as well as a Forest Friends embroidery pattern from Sublime Stitching will go to the lucky winners.
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Oct 29, 2008, Chocolate Chip Cookie Costume
My son loves cookies. He doesn't get them too often (we try to be health conscious and all that) but he beams when he talks of them.
Needless to say, his answer to "What do you want to be for Halloween?" was always, "Cookies!" Here is my cookie costume tutorial just finished tonight!
The part I love about this costume? The part that proves I'm a genius? This costume can be magically transformed into cookie chair pads in his room just by taking it off. No alterations needed. Fancy, eh?
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Sep 30, 2008, Gocco Robot Baby Shirt
Here is a fun tutorial for gocco printing on baby shirts!
Why didn't I discover Gocco years ago? I bought one last year and it is worth it! I've used it countless times for card-making and printing on fabric. Love it!
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Sep 26, 2008, Baby Ladybug Costume Pattern
Make a detachable ladybug shell out of felt for your crawling baby and turn her into a little bug this Halloween! The shell attaches to a onesie using velcro so it can be removed as needed, without having to take off the whole costume. Here is the full photo tutorial.
Includes free pattern template to print and use!
PS - change the color to green and you'll have a great turtle costume!
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Sep 18, 2008, Quilting Tutorial (For People Scared of Quilting)
This is a very basic tutorial for making a random patchwork strip quilt.
If you are intimidated by quilting, please check this out! (All of you pros who have already entered our Handmade Baby Quilt Contest feel free to ignore this one, you'll be bored to tears)
This quilt took only 2 hours to complete from start to finish and is the perfect technique for anyone willing to dip their toes into quilting who doesn't have a lot of time.
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Sep 16, 2008, Pumpkin Applique Template
Here is a free pumpkin applique template for you to print out and make a some fall themed clothes for your little one!
We've opted to not add a jack-o-lantern face, to get more wear out of the shirt (can wear it after Halloween this way) but feel free to customize your pumpkin!
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