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October 24, 2024October 8, 2024

Handmade Holiday Gifts to Easily Sew for Everybody on Your List

The holiday season is just around the corner, (trust me, my kids are CONSTANTLY reminding me! 🤣) and there’s no better way to spread joy and show you care than with handmade gifts. So, if you’ve been looking for unique and personal gift ideas that you can make yourself, in the comfort of your own home, you’re in the right place!

Welcome to the ultimate roundup of handmade gift ideas, perfect for everyone on your list! From chic gifts for the fabulous women in your life, cool DIYs for the guys, to fun projects for the kiddos, I’ve got you covered with links to all the top tutorials!

A thoughtfully made gift has a special way of being unforgettable, crafted with your love and care, adding a ✨ twinkling ✨ touch to holiday season this year. No matter whether you’re a seasoned sewist or just starting out at the sewing machine (or just really love crafting no matter what you can use 🥰), you’re sure to find some great inspiration in this blog post.

So, Ho! Ho! Ho! Let’s ditch the mall madness this year! Grab your crafting cape (and maybe a cookie or two 🍪), and let’s make this Christmas the craftiest, most heartwarming one yet! Ready for the magic to begin?

June 6, 2024June 12, 2024

10 Handmade Gift Ideas to Sew for the Special Man in Your Life

Finding the perfect gift for the men in your life can sometimes feel like a daunting task, but handmade gifts offer a personal and thoughtful solution. Whether it’s your father, husband, boyfriend, or a dear friend, the challenge lies in finding something that is both practical and personal. And that’s where sewing comes to the rescue! 🤩

Sewing gifts not only allows you to create something unique and tailored to the recipient’s tastes, but it also lets you add a personal touch that mass-produced items simply can’t offer. And if you’re new to the world of sewing, you’ll soon discover that there’s something incredibly satisfying about creating something with your own hands.

In a world filled with generic, store-bought items, a handmade gift stands out as a heartfelt gesture that shows thoughtfulness and effort. Handmade gifts have a charm and warmth that no “fast fashion” item can match. They carry with them the time and care you put into making them, turning a simple present into a cherished keepsake.

In this blog post, I’ve compiled a list of ten fantastic sewing projects that are designed to impress the special men in your life. From practical items like a travel toiletry bag or a grill tool holder to stylish accessories like a tablet sleeve or a cool summer hat, there’s something for everyone!

So, gather your sewing supplies, unleash your creativity, and get ready to craft some memorable gifts that will undoubtedly make your loved ones feel special and appreciated.

April 25, 2024April 26, 2024

Sew Wonderful: 13 Perfect Gifts Sewing Enthusiasts will Love

If you’re here, chances are you’ve got a soft spot for the hum of a sewing machine or perhaps you’re on a mission to find that just-right gift idea for the sewing lover in your life, no matter if they’ve been sewing for years or just beginning their stitching journey.

Well, either way, you’ve come to the right place! In this corner of the internet, I’m all about celebrating the magic of sewing and as a bonus, finding gifts that spark joy and ignite creativity.

You’ve heard the cliche, right? If there’s one thing all sewing enthusiasts enjoy, it’s shopping for fabric. (Well, it is true… 😅) But do you know what else sewing lovers treasure?

Being gifted fun accessories and practical tools to help them enjoy their sewing passion with even more excitement, joy and enthusiasm! 😍

So, whether you’re here to uncover new treasures to add to your own sewing arsenal or to surprise a fellow stitcher with something truly special, get ready to explore a handpicked selection of gift ideas that are as practical as they are delightful!

Dive in and discover the perfect gift for every sewing enthusiast in your life!

December 7, 2023December 7, 2023

Laughing all the Way: 25 Terrific Family-Friendly Christmas Jokes

Getting ready for the Holidays can be exciting, but for us parents, often stressful as we try to do All.The.Things to make our homes merry and bright.

As we gear up for this festive season, there’s nothing like spreading some Christmas cheer with laughter. And what better way to do that than with a hearty collection of family-friendly Christmas jokes? From pun-tastic punchlines to giggly gags, get ready to ho-ho-hold your sides because I’ve rounded up a bunch of rib-tickling, laugh-inducing Christmas jokes that’ll leave you in stitches (get it, my fellow sewing fans?!?) are perfect for sharing with loved ones during this merry time of the year.

So, grab a mug of hot cocoa, cozy up on the sofa, and get ready to jingle all the way through this hilarious lineup of Christmas humour that’s bound to bring smiles to faces young and old. Whether you’re hanging decorations, wrapping presents, or simply enjoying the Christmas mood, these jokes are sure to add an extra dose of joy to your celebrations.

Without further ado, let’s get into these jokes and sleigh (get it?!? 😂) the holiday season with laughter!

November 23, 2023November 24, 2023

Keepsake Christmas Craft: Easily Make Hand and Footprint Reindeer

Get ready to add a sprinkle of holiday magic to your home with an adorable and easy Christmas craft! With the festive season just around the corner, there’s gazllions of DIY craft ideas you can make this Holiday season.

Is there a cuter way to celebrate than by creating delightful hand and footprint reindeers with the whole family? This engaging and family-friendly project promises heaps of fun and laughs and serves as a cherished keepsake for years to come.

Using simple materials and your little one’s (or not-so-little one’s 😅) hand and footprints, you can craft these cute reindeers to adorn your walls or hang on the Christmas tree.

Are you ready to dive into this perfect step-by-step guide to getting creative with the kids this festive season?

November 9, 2023November 9, 2023

10 DIY Fabric Projects to Make You & Your Home Cozy

The days are growing shorter and the mercury is sinking. Yes, the cool winter season is coming!

I’m much more of a sun-lover, to be honest. But there is a special kind of charm of snuggling up under a blanket on the sofa and sipping on a hot drink. When you want to make yourself and your house feel even cozier, sewing and crafts projects are the perfect way to make your living space feel like home.

This blog post is all about sharing cute winter fabric craft and sewing projects that will infuse your home with a special winter charm, without being only about Christmas and the Holiday season (as lovely as they are!) as well as some basic winter warmers for you and the family.

AND some of them are eco-friendly upcycling projects while others don’t even require you to unpack the sewing machine!

So, if you’re eager to embark on a creative journey this winter, read on for inspiration

December 15, 2022November 3, 2024

10 Terrific Last Minute Gift Ideas to Sew Fast

There’s nothing quite like an upcoming holiday or special occasion to make me get my butt into gear and plan some interesting DIY gift ideas. And if you are anything like me, sometimes those gift ideas are going to be of the “last minute gifts” kind. 🙈

Luckily, I have been searching for a while now and compiling sewing projects that make perfect handmade gifts. Yes, even for those of you who leave your sewing projects to the last minute!

In this blog post you’ll find 10 terrific DIY gift ideas that can be made in a dash, some of them even in 10 minutes! (And then there’s a bonus list of even MORE great DIY gifts you can sew at the bottom of this page 👇).

Whether you are looking to make lovely gifts for family, friends (or even yourself 😉) you’re sure to find the perfect one here.

November 17, 2022November 18, 2022

Simple Christmas Sewing Projects to Brighten Your Home this Holiday Season

Nothing says “sewing fan’s favourite time of year for new sewing projects” quite like Christmas!

Although sewing is a year-round ~~hobby~~ passion, Christmas brings out our desire to make handmade gifts for loved ones and to decorate our homes with fantastic fabric creations.

The possibilities to add colour to your home with personalised, handmade decor are endless. Just type “Christmas sewing patterns” into Google to see what I mean.

After a while of searching for sewing projects, they all start to blend into each other. And often you see the exact same projects over and over again.

To help save you from ~~blowing your mind~~ 😅 too much stress trying to find some great new sewing patterns to try this Christmas, I have put together a list of 10 really fun Christmas decorations to sew.

And in case you think all I’ve collected here is 10 different types of Christmas cushion covers, think again! 😉

Whether you’re a complete beginner or have loads of sewing experience, have loads of fabric scraps lying around or are dreaming of a festive fabrics shopping spree, there is sure to be some great new Christmas sewing projects in here for you to discover.

The hardest part here is deciding which one to make first!!!

November 3, 2022November 3, 2022

Easy Christmas Crafts: Rudolph the Reindeer Milk Carton Decorations for Kids to Make

You and I both know that Christmas is a great time of year for making craft projects!

The glitter! The hot glue gun! … The vacuum cleaner?!? 😮

Christmas crafts are a fun activity to do with your kids, but sometimes they can get a little messy.

If you are looking for a simple, original Christmas craft to make with your kids that does NOT involve skin-scalding glue, glitter or paint, then you’re in the right place!

In this Christmas craft tutorial, you’ll see how it easy it is to turn an old drink carton into a cute reindeer to use as part of your Christmas decorations.

If you’re planning to go wild with DIY Christmas crafts this year, I’ve got a SACK full of ideas, including delicious smelling cinnamon Christmas candles , Christmas tree ornaments to sew, Christmas stars and fun for kids with Christmas, baking, more sewing and even more crafts.

Get your Christmas jingles ready and start making some new Christmas décor!

March 10, 2022April 23, 2024

Awesome Book Series for Girls aged 9 to 12: What to read now?

In honour of World Book Day, I thought it was about time to let my younger daughter publish another list of her must-read book series for girls. A couple of years back, she put together a list of recommended reads for girls aged 6 to 9 but now that she is almost 11, it’s time for my little bookworm to update her reading recommendations for older girls like herself.

I’ve talked about this before, but my 3 children are ADDICTED to reading.

Like, when we go to the library, they borrow so many books they each take a sports bag with them to lug the latest literature home with them. And then the bags are so heavy the kids actually can’t carry them by themselves anyway.

Or like when we are in a Doctor’s waiting room and there is nothing to do but pick up scrappy old comic magazines or books for toddlers, my kids will read those too.

My kids love reading so much that my eldest daughter a while back also wrote a list of her own recommended book series for tween girls and my 8-year-old son also put together a list of his top book series picks for boys aged 6 to 9 .

To discover what some must-read books for girls aged 9 to 12 are, you’ll need to READ on…