peter rabbit basket

I have had a length of Peter Rabbit and Friends home dec fabric in my stash for years. As much as I loved it, I never knew what to do with it. Until last week when I was wandering around etsy and saw the answer in another shop. Easter baskets! Thank you Anne Schneider of… Continue reading peter rabbit basket

maybe this year!?

Major league baseball spring training has officially begun! It’s that time of year when hope springs anew … So dust off your bats and gloves, pack a picnic, tie a new bib on baby, and head out to the ballpark! Okay, our weather isn’t quite there yet … but it’s nice to dream.    … Continue reading maybe this year!?

babies are grand

And the first grandbabies in a family are a joy. But the first great-grandbaby? Well, that’s a special gift. And one that requires special gifts! My brother’s first grandchild was born this winter and has inspired a mountain of baby themed sewing ideas. Quilts, jammies, hats, bibs … but the one that I actually followed… Continue reading babies are grand

aprons for babies

Okay, we’re talking bibs. But really, what are bibs but tiny aprons? On infants they are just so cute. And on slightly bigger babies, they are nothing less than a laundry life-saver. There are very few rules in making baby aprons. Fabric-piecing. Applique. Ric rac (yay!). Upcycled t-shirts. Cotton. Oilcloth. Terry cloth. Just make it… Continue reading aprons for babies