Category Archives: Things for Children
A bird, a pincushion and a polka dot dress
Here are a few things I’ve made recently. I made the bird and pincushion when we were visiting my family after Christmas (both projects are from the book Scandinavian Stitches, which I was given for Christmas – yay!). I had … Continue reading
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Tagged Crafty Goodness, family, Kid's stuff
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Super Simple Baby Wraps
This is a really simple way to make baby wraps and with the wide variety of pretty cotton muslin fabrics available, a few wraps made from coordinating fabrics make a sweet gift for an expectant mother. I made these three … Continue reading
Posted in Crafty Goodness, DIY & Tutorials, Family, Things for Children
Tagged baby, baby wraps, DIY & Tutorials
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Map Bunting Tutorial
Last week I showed you some simple map bunting that I made, and as promised, here is the tutorial. To make the bunting, you will need: A map that you don’t mind cutting up (mine was an old world map … Continue reading
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Tagged bunting, Crafty Goodness, DIY, map, Tutorials
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Shaun the Sheep Crochet
Here is the finished crochet softie that I was making for my friends’ little boy. It took ages to make especially as it was my first attempt at a crochet softie. Upon completing the first section – the body and … Continue reading
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Tagged Crafty Goodness, crochet, Kid's stuff, Softies
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Counting Chickens
This is a little fabric book I made for my friends’ baby. I was planning to have it finished by last weekend when we celebrated his Baptism. However, in typical Angie fashion, I didn’t finish it on time. Why is … Continue reading
Posted in Books, Crafty Goodness, Life, Things for Children
Tagged baby, books, Crafty Goodness, DIY, Kid's stuff, life
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The Tiny Dress is Finished
I finished the dress for my baby niece! I made a tiny fabric rosette with pearl beads to embellish the front. I’m quite pleased with how it turned out considering it’s my first attempt and making children’s clothing. … Continue reading
Hugo the Reindeer Softie Pattern
This is Hugo. He is a somewhat introverted reindeer who often gets mistaken for his cousin, Rudolph. Unlike Rudolph, Hugo doesn’t lead the sleigh. He prefers quieter duties behind the scenes, such as wrapping gifts and making egg nog for … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Crafty Goodness, DIY & Tutorials, Patterns, Shop!, Softies, Things for Children
Tagged Christmas, Kid's stuff, patterns, Reindeer, Softies
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A Tiny Dress
I have been busy making my first ever piece of children’s clothing. I’ve appliquéd baby tops before, but I’ve never made anything from scratch. I’m surprised I haven’t given it a go sooner because it’s really fun! I’m one of … Continue reading
Posted in Christmas, Crafty Goodness, Things for Children
Tagged baby, Bias binding, Christmas, Kid's stuff, sewing
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