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May 7, Cardboard Playhouse Plans

Wed, 07 May 2008 00:23:57 GMT

Check out this amazing cardboard playhouse tutorial! Don't even think about buying one of those monster plastic houses when you can make one of these for free! This nifty tutorial was written for us by Taryn of littlewhirl on Etsy. Be sure to check out her amazing quilts and alphabet pillows to deck out your nursery. Buy handmade!

May 2, Contest Entries from Simple to Elaborate

Fri, 02 May 2008 06:23:07 GMT

Lots more entries rolling in! Only 14 more days of our contest, get your entries in soon. Here are two recent entries that we adore. One, a simple wrap that commenters say "is what babywearing is all about" while the other is a beautifully designed SSC with elaborate details. Mandy's Cheapest Wrap Around
Kristin's Falling Leaves Soft Structured Carrier
Come on over and check out all the entries so far and don't forget to comment! Remember, the entries with the most comments will help us narrow down the top few! We can't wait to see what we end up with. So tough to narrow it down.

Apr 25, Trash into Toys Tutorial

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 21:06:13 GMT

Just added our new Trash to Treasure: Upcycled Baby Blocks Tutorial where you can see how to turn product packaging and wallpaper into beautiful baby blocks.

These make large blocks for free and they are lightweight! It is easy for baby to stack them and they don't hurt anything when they chuck them across the floor. Plus...they look cool.

Apr 23, More Baby Dress Patterns

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 18:22:11 GMT

We just added another baby dress pattern, this time for an adorably simple sundress with ties at the shoulders.
Includes a full photo tutorial for you to see how it is made. Super easy to sew...another one of those "you don't need a pattern" patterns.
Get ready for spring!

Apr 21, Many more contest entries to look at!

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 20:53:40 GMT

A whole bunch of new contest entries to look at! Be sure to check them out and comment on your favorites! Here are two recent entries getting a lot of attention which are both from Australia! Welcome Aussie mamas! (as an aside...my husband just got a job offer in Australia so there is hope that I'll be headed your way soon) Karen's KarriMeBub Soft Structured Carrier
Melanie's Berrylicious MeiTai Hybrid
Come on over and check out all the entries so far and don't forget to comment and vote on your favorites! Remember, the entries with the most comments and highest votes will help us narrow down the top few!

Apr 15, Newsletter 3: Mother's Day Card Ideas Mailed

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 23:50:09 GMT

Along with baby carriers, this month's Newsletter is of course focused on Mother's Day! Check out some quick handmade card ideas that you can make for your own mother with the help of your little ones, no matter how little.
Plus, interview with Holly Lowe of MeiTaiCarrier.com MTC...yep, she is back and starting to sew again!

Apr 15, Contest Submissions are Rolling In...

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 03:03:56 GMT

Our homemade baby carrier contest is up and running as the entries slowly trickled in over the weekend! There are some really fantastic entries already, how will we ever choose? This Dragonfly Dreams Mei Tai has gotten a lot of votes and comments, along with the Chocolate Raspberries Wrap entry. Be sure to check them all out and submit your vote and comments!

Apr 13, Giraffe Mei Tai

Sun, 13 Apr 2008 23:43:08 GMT

I made this giraffe MT to wear for halloween to match a giraffe costume. I made the straps padded and the waist lightly padded. Padded leg rests and

Apr 12, CONTEST! Enter Your DIY Baby Carrier for Your Chance to Win

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 01:49:08 GMT

Today is the very first day of our very first contest! Enter a photo of your DIY handmade wrap, ring sling/pouch, mei tai or soft structured carrier for your chance to win a purple Leo Storch 4.6 baby wrap. Please see contest page for full details.

Apr 9, Sew a Mei Tai Baby Carrier Slipcover

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 19:40:25 GMT

If you have a mei tai that you love but want to change it up a little and don't want to alter it permanently, sew a mei tai slipcover for it! Complete instructions for how to create a simple slipcover for any type of mei tai carrier. This is an easy project but you'll end up with what looks like a whole new carrier.

Apr 8, Make a Stretchy Baby Wrap

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 22:19:38 GMT

Expecting a baby? Have a newborn? A stretchy cotton wrap is so comfy during those early months. Don't buy one. (save your money for a more supportive woven wrap for later) You can head to your fabric store and get the same thing for a fraction of the price. No sewing either! Here are the details.

Apr 4, Removable Panel Mei Tai Sewing Instructions

Fri, 04 Apr 2008 20:25:09 GMT

I love baby mei tai baby carriers and all the funky prints they come in. However, I can never narrow it down and commit to a fabric. I always want to get something funky, but then know I'll wear it less. Here is your chance to get creative and save your money! Sew your own mei tai with interchangeable panels. Here are the complete mei tai sewing instructions.

Apr 2, Free Toddler Sundress Pattern

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 22:16:36 GMT

Just added today is this toddler dress pattern tutorial that is so simple you can't help but want to whip up one or several.

Tie back and different colored bodice and skirt add interest but this pattern is just waiting for your own embellishments! Add pockets and trim or buttons or zippers... Have fun with this one! Click HERE for the full instructions and pattern.

Mar 30, Free Doll Pattern & Tutorial

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 01:28:32 GMT

Free doll pattern PDFs for download plus detailed photo instructions here for making a classic rag doll! Rags dolls have been made just like this for hundreds of years, but now you can give them a modern twist just by choosing funky prints.

Mar 24, Wooden Matrioshka Puzzle Tutorial

Mon, 24 Mar 2008 21:23:38 GMT

Puzzles are fun to make and make great learning toys too. Here is the Wooden Puzzle Tutorial which is full of photos and detailed how to. This is a GREAT project for a total novice woodworker. Add a little woodcrafting to your crafty repertoire!

Mar 20, More Yummy Baby & Toddler Recipes

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 21:01:57 GMT

A few more baby and toddler food recipes were added today! Yummy Toddler Breads and Egg Scrambles to name a couple!

Happy Easter to those of you who celebrate it! Hope you are off coloring eggs, going on egg hunts and enjoying other easter crafty goodness!

Mar 18, March Newsletter Went Out Today

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 22:43:19 GMT

Our March newsletter was mailed today, this time with a fantastic interview with Jennifer of Dishy Duds!
I first heard of Dishy Duds when I was eating lunch at Canter's Deli and spotted a child wearing one of her shirts. I was drawn to the friendly monster face immediately and new it was special. It was fortunately one of the rare times that after asking where they got it I actually remembered later. Learn how this successful crafty mom juggles it all.

Mar 12, Smoothie Recipes - Perfect for Teething Toddlers

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 19:46:43 GMT

Teething and/or picky toddler on your hands? Smoothies to the rescue! Ice cold fruit smoothies soothe sore gums from molar teething. Also great for picky toddlers who suddenly stop wanting to eat fruit. Here are some Smoothie Recipes for Toddlers plus tips and ideas for how to alter the recipe to suit your own child.

Mar 11, Easy Diaper Cake Instructions

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:53:11 GMT

What would a "baby crafts" website be without diaper cake instructions? Why these things are so darn popular is beyond me, but it is a trend we can't ignore any longer! Here are the full diaper cake instructions with lots of pics!

Feb 20, Make Wooden Blocks

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:00:25 GMT

Easily make some fun wooden building blocks out of your scrap wood! Irregular shapes are more fun to build with anyway so no need for rulers or perfection here. Here are complete instructions with photos for more inspiration as well as painting and finishing tips.

Feb 20, Wooden Memory Tile Tutorial

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 01:27:00 GMT

Wooden toys that even non-woodworkers can make! Design your own set of wooden memory tiles. You don't want to miss this one. The Complete Instructions which include a photo tutorial and how-to, as well as where to buy wood tile blanks.

Feb 20, Sew Soft Blocks Tutorial

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 01:23:46 GMT

Sew some easy soft blocks for baby to play with! Easy to clutch and no sharp corners like wooden ones. The Complete Instructions include many photos and applique ideas.

Feb 16, Mouse Puppet Pattern

Sat, 16 Feb 2008 21:35:10 GMT

Create an adorable mouse puppet from an old wool felted sweater with this pattern and instructions! Easy to whip up in just ten minutes, you'll want to make a whole mouse family. HERE are the instructions.

Feb 15, Wooden Toy Birdie Tutorial

Fri, 15 Feb 2008 23:57:10 GMT

Complete instructions for making a wooden toy birdie! Don't be afraid of woodworking, anyone can do this. Once you realize how easy wooden toy crafting can be you won't want to stop.

Feb 13, How to Clean Baby Toys with Natural Homemade Cleaning Products

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 00:21:51 GMT

Learn how to clean baby toys using natural homemade cleaning products. You can safely clean baby toys using a few ingredients around your house using these free cleaning recipes and save money too!

Feb 12, Free Diaper Bag Pattern with Complete Instructions

Tue, 12 Feb 2008 20:46:35 GMT

Use this free diaper bag pattern to sew your own ultimate diaper bag! A sturdy and easy to sew diaper bag with complete instructions. This basic pattern can be customized with the number and size of

Feb 9, Natural Homemade Cleaning Products that are Baby Safe

Sat, 09 Feb 2008 23:07:37 GMT

Full instructions to make your own natural homemade cleaning products that are safe for baby. How to clean toys, whiten whites, cut grease and scrub your tub using simple and safe ingredients. Clean

Feb 9, Homemade Baby Wipe Solution for Cloth Wipes or Disposable Wipes

Sat, 09 Feb 2008 22:22:21 GMT

Several free baby wipe solution recipes perfect for use with homemade cloth wipes or disposable diaper wipes from soft paper towels. Save money and use your own natural ingredients!

Feb 8, How to Make Natural Baby Soap and Easy Organic Soap Making Instructions

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 23:00:35 GMT

Easily make natural baby soap using organic soap making melt and pour technique. You can be in charge of your essential oil ingredients and use all natural ingredients and save a bundle of money by m

Feb 4, Baby Yoga Pants Sewing Instructions

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 02:39:00 GMT

Baby yoga pants sewing instructions using a recycled tee shirt. Complete and easy instructions, plus how to stencil onto cotton baby pants.

Feb 2, Free Simple Baby Pants Baby Pattern to Sew

Sat, 02 Feb 2008 00:39:19 GMT

Free simple baby pants baby pattern to sew. Complete instructions that are easy enough for a beginner sewer. Make funky baby boy pants or infant pants for girls too!

Jan 31, Free Simple Baby Sun Hat Pattern for Sewing

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 22:45:23 GMT

Sew a baby sun hat with this free sewing pattern! This adorable sunhat is constructed of just a few fabric pieces so it is amazingly simple to sew for the beginner!

Jan 31, Easy Cloth Diaper Wipes Sewing Instructions

Thu, 31 Jan 2008 00:51:24 GMT

Sew your own cloth diaper wipes easily with these quick instructions. No need to buy cloth diaper wipes, you can save money by making some that are even better than those on the market!

Jan 30, Make Diaper Bag Accessories - Burp Cloth Instructions

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:35:31 GMT

Instructions for one of the essential diaper bag accessories! An absorbent yet cute burp cloth! Easy to make and oh, so functional.

Jan 29, DIY Diaper Accessories, Wipes Case Pattern

Tue, 29 Jan 2008 23:23:33 GMT

Make your own coordinated diaper accessories with this easy wipes case pattern. Large enough to hold the wipes case, a diaper or two and even a small changing mat. Free pattern with complete instruc

Jan 28, How to Dye Play Silks With Kool-Aid & Food Coloring

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 23:40:11 GMT

Easily dye play silks with kool-aid or food coloring at a fraction of the cost. An easy project that is safe for older kids to help with. Play silks are a wonderful imaginative and open ended toy fo

Jan 28, Baby Clothes Patterns - Make Baby Clothes

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 01:52:39 GMT

Free baby clothes patterns for baby sunhats, hats, pants, shoes and more easy projects. Altered, upcycled baby clothes ideas and full baby craft project instructions.

Jan 28, How to Make a Stencil Using Freezer Paper

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 01:48:24 GMT

Learn how to make a stencil using freezer paper to embellish baby clothes, onesies, hats and more. Make fun baby clothes and baby crafts using stencils.

Jan 28, How to Dye Fabric for Baby Clothing

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 01:47:32 GMT

Learn how to dye fabric for baby clothing and transform plain or stained cotton onesies with professional quality, vibrant colors that won't fade.