I saw several silhouette-style Christmas ornaments in Christmas shops this past year and wondered if I could make one. Now I can! Follow these excellent directions to make a silhouette ornament using basic craft supplies and glass from a dollar store frame. On my must-do list! Added to Christmas Crafts and Baby Crafts
Oh, I love this simple tutorial for a Baby Crinkle Toy! So nice for baby to have a custom toy that also uses up scraps. Perfect to make to match a baby quilt! Added to Baby Crafts and Sewing
Now hanging letters while cute as all heck, are probably nothing new. Though I have found a super-easy tutorial to make your own–
this and that: hanging letter tutorial
And creative sellers on Etsy have come up with some inspiring examples–
Wall Art Letter R 12 inches tall
Car Theme – 9 Inch Hand Painted Hanging Wall Letters
Chocolate Butterflies 9 Inch Hand Painted Hanging Wall Letters
Personalized Hanging Letter – Thomas the Train Design – THIS DESIGN, ANY LETTER, ANY NAME
Have fun! I added the tutorial to Baby Crafts
Here’s a quickie cutie gift. Most moms could use a few pacifier clips. Perfect for a quick hello or on top of a gift for a new mom! Added to Sewing and Baby Crafts
Here’s a few fun projects for scrapbooking baby photos!
Find them and more on the Baby Crafts page and the Scrapbooking page
Searching for an out-of-print pattern? Good news -the Leisure Arts Patterns Library is now online. Each pattern costs a few dollars and can be downloaded instantly. The selection is huge for all types of crafts – Crochet, Knitting, Needlework, Sewing, Plastic Canvas and more. The patterns are pdf files and sized to print on letter-size paper. I know many people will love their plasic canvas dollhouse furniture. It’s adorable. The baby crochet sets are also very nice. This is a great resource for crafters, so happy browsing!
Here’s a round-up of baby shoes and slippers to sew by hand or machine. Soft baby shoes are in all the shops lately and would make a unique handmade gift for a new baby. Plus, they’re so tiny these shoe patterns use just a little bit of material. Added them all to Baby Crafts and Sewing Patterns
Have you seen those cute leather shoes for babies in the stores? They’re supposed to be great for baby’s feet, and now you can make your own. Using this Baby Leather Shoes Pattern and a heavy-duty needle on your sewing machine, go for it!
This Cloth Baby Shoe Pattern is simple to stitch and uses elastic for a nice fit. These look great in a cheery cotton fabric!
Felt Baby Slippers are a super baby gift! They’re hand stitched using simple blanket stitch and craft felt. You can embellish them anyway you’d like. What a sweet project to keep in your tote bag.
New baby on the way? Stitch up this sweet Crochet Newborn Cardigan Sweater Pattern for a great gift. I saved all the handmade sweaters and blankets that were made for my son. They’re so precious! Added to Baby Crafts and Crochet Patterns
Need a sweet baby gift? Make Fabric Beach Balls! They’re a great use for small amounts of fabric and they’d be stunning if you used the leftover scraps from a matching baby quilt! Either way, a fun and cute idea! Added to Sewing and Baby Crafts
Well, this is interesting! These hand-knits are made just for baby photography. A few practical items are there, too. But if you’re like me, you’ll browse it just for the beautiful babies in beautiful knits…
Congratulations clickknits for being so creative!
Loose Knit Cream Bowl Cocoon – newborn photo prop
Striped Stocking Cap – pink and white newborn hat – photo prop
Brown Chenille Cocoon with Cream Fluffy Brim – newborn photo prop
White Ribbed Cocoon – newborn photo prop
Pink Rectangular Blanket Wrap – newborn photo prop
READY TO SHIP – Bowl Cocoon in GOLDEN BROWN – newborn photo prop
