Kid Sewing

Updated May 2011 with easier access to the free pattern. (See below) This is my favorite gift to make for my grandchildren when they turn 1 year old. It's perfect for little fingers to grab as they chase it around a living room or play room. The finished ball is about 8" in diameter. Update November 2012: Here is a video of a 6-month-old baby successfully playing catch with one of these balls. They are WONDERFUL for babies! Materials: You can make it with a variety of fabric scraps, or with...

How to sew a sling for a broken arm....not a sewing tutorial I planned to write, but hopefully it helps to make healing more fun and comfortable!

When my 6 year old broke her arm last Wednesday, the nurse sent her home with your run of the mill, ugly blue arm sling. Although the doctor said it isn’t necessary to wear it, she claims that her arm hurts less when she does. While taking a closer look at it, I realized that I could easily make her a cuter, softer version. Using the old sling as a template, I cut out two pieces of coordinating fabric and one piece of batting with the bottom of the sling on the fold of the fabric. This is...

You'll love making this self-binding minky baby blanket with applique, following this easy tutorial

Use baby’s going home from the hospital outfit to make a cute, stuffed memory bear- free pattern and tutorial with only 4 pieces!

Updated May 2011 with easier access to the free pattern. (See below) This is my favorite gift to make for my grandchildren when they turn 1 year old. It's perfect for little fingers to grab as they chase it around a living room or play room. The finished ball is about 8" in diameter. Update November 2012: Here is a video of a 6-month-old baby successfully playing catch with one of these balls. They are WONDERFUL for babies! Materials: You can make it with a variety of fabric scraps, or with...

This sophisticated and elegant dress is a must-have in your child’s wardrobe. The dress has a full circle skirt that your child will love to twirl in. It is a perfect dress, for every day and all year round! 4 Sleeve Options: Sleeveless, Short, 3/4, & Long 3 Skirt Lengths: Top, Tunic, & Dress Fully Lined Bodice with Beautiful Low Scoop Back Neckline Sewing Level: Confident Beginner Sizes: 6 Months to 12 Years Note: This is a PDF pattern, not a physical garment. Due to the digital...

How about some tutorials?! For starters…Tutus! The number one reason I started this blog was to be able to put all of the things I’ve made into one place. I love to search for tutorials…

Materials 2 of the exact same size and style zippered hoodies (Choose the size that you would buy as a normal hoodie for yourself. I u...

A round up of DIY babywearing coat / cover tutorials - 10 different ideas for making your own coat to keep you & baby warm. Includes a no sew option!

I love empire waist dresses. Their simple beauty elicits a feeling of youthfulness…add to that the element of tulle and you have a dress that is simply spectacular! For this dress, I shortened the bodice to raise the starting point of the tutu to just under the breastbone, I added pearl clusters at the sleeve and scallop edging around the neckline. Pattern is No Sew It is written in US Terms Bodice is partially open in the back for easy on/off Pattern includes PHOTO TUTORIAL for attaching...