Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Shop // Video Tutorials Yes my fleecy loving friends - it's officially to season of fleece! I, the Queen of Fleece (it's and honorary title) have several fleece project that you can easily sew to make this season a litter warmer and cozier. FLEECE CAPES/CLOAKS TUTORIALS: Long Hooded Cloak Pattern (Free) Fast Hooded Cape (with video) Easy Long Cape (Sew or No Sew) How to Make a Cloak in 20 Minutes The High Low Cape with Pixie Hood How to...
10 days ago • 2 min read
Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Shop // Video Tutorials Hello Maker, My husband's hands are ALWAYS cold. Some people always seem to have cold hands in the winter. No matter how many layers of mittens and gloves, their fingers are chilly. Enter the easy DIY that makes a perfect little gift for Valentines day: Upcycled Heart Handwarmers DIY MORE VALENTINES DAY IDEAS: Rustic Heart Branch Décor (free cut file) Valentines Day “Love” Sign Printable Valentines Day Candy Wraps...
13 days ago • 2 min read
Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Shop // Video Tutorials Hello Reader, Have you ever tried to refold a paper pattern? I swear there is some magic involved in getting it to fit back into that tiny envelope! All digital patterns do is take up space on your hard drive. But digital patterns have some big pitfalls. Printing true to size is one. If a pattern doesn't print true to size - the pattern won't turn out right! When I first started offering digital patterns I didn't...
17 days ago • 2 min read
and through the woods...To grandmother's house we go! The horse knows the way to carry the sleigh, thought white and drifting snow... This sewing pattern is perfect for little trips, naptime and the occasional adventure. Originally designed for my littles to nap at grandma's in, this "Sleeping Bag-pack is fun for little over night trips too! The back pack transforms into a light sleeping bag! Sleeping Bag Pack Free Pattern Fun for pretend trips around the house too! MORE FLEECE BLANKET...
20 days ago • 1 min read
Hi there Reader, I know to most people I might seem like the quiet type - but put me in front of a camera or on a stage and I'm ready to project my lines to the cheap seats! I think it's one of the reasons I like to design capes and costumes - I love to dress up! This pattern works great for Halloween, the stage or a chilly day. Red Riding Hood Half Circle Cape FREE Pattern With it's dramatic hood and swishable circle cape it's perfect little bit of flair for fun. MORE FREE CAPE PATTERNS YOU...
24 days ago • 1 min read
Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Shop // Video Tutorials Hello Maker, It's nice to take time at the end of the year and slow down from the hustle and bustle of the holidays. It's chilly and dark and the perfect time to snuggle under a blanket and watch a movie with a loved one. A blanket like: How to make a Fleece Blanket with a Satin Binding MORE FLEECE BLANKET TUTORIALS: Hooded Fleece Blanket DIY (Child and Adult) How to Make a No Sew Tie Quilt How to make a no sew...
27 days ago • 2 min read
Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Shop // Video Tutorials Hello Maker, I tend to overload myself on holidays. Which is why on occasion my husband reminds me - that it's supposed to fun, not a stress fest. So even if I have Christmas ready to go.... you'll find me adding another last minute project to my plate. But I try to make sure that they are So in that spirit here is a last minute project that is fast that you can make in the St. Nick of time: Christmas Cocoa Jar...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Shop // Video Tutorials Hello Maker, When you have a strong desire to gift but are low on funds. It's nice to have a few ideas to help with that! I understand the desire to make everyone handmade gifts, but desire and reality sometimes don't coexist. Time and budget can be tight. Which is why I came up this tutorial. It is affordable, you can make several gifts in one sitting and it's festive. This is favorite of my teen daughters to make...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Free Patterns Master Index // Handmade Gift Ideas // Shop // Video Tutorials Hello Maker, Filling a stocking an sometimes be a frustrating thing. I personally try not to give too much candy in stockings. My kids can always count on an apple in the toe! Adding some fun handmade items to a stocking is a great way to to add a little personal touch to a Christmas stocking. This bow tie headband sews up fast and is perfect for a stocking! Headband Free Pattern and Tutorial MORE EASY DIY STOCKING...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read