Artsy fartsy

babyspice · December 2016

Hoping this isn't a repeat thread but I don't think I've seen anything like it on this board......

Anyone out there being very creative and making anything for their baby(ies)?

I have a sewing machine and plenty of inspiration but little to no motivation. So I thought maybe seeing/ hearing about some other's crafts and ideas would help my with my motivation issue

Ivorytower2 · December 2016

I made a bunch of head bands for my last little one. I got all the supplies at Jo Ann fabric. They were so cheap to make and all unique.

MrsFlemingo · December 2016

I can't take any credit for this as it was all my mom, but after I mentioned how I couldn't find cat-themed things for a baby boy, she went out and found a free pattern online, not sure but it may have been on Craftsy, for this swaddle bag. It's jersey fabric inside, fleece outside, and all she has left to do is add the velcro... and I think it's just the cutest thing and I can't wait to put a baby in it!

We also just picked out a nice cotton fabric to make a custom crib skirt, I have a mini crib and it will be cheaper to make than to buy sheets, and we are on the hunt for a cute flannel to make a fitted mattress sheet!

babyspice · December 2016

MrsFlemingo said:

I can't take any credit for this as it was all my mom, but after I mentioned how I couldn't find cat-themed things for a baby boy, she went out and found a free pattern online, not sure but it may have been on Craftsy, for this swaddle bag. It's jersey fabric inside, fleece outside, and all she has left to do is add the velcro... and I think it's just the cutest thing and I can't wait to put a baby in it!

We also just picked out a nice cotton fabric to make a custom crib skirt, I have a mini crib and it will be cheaper to make than to buy sheets, and we are on the hunt for a cute flannel to make a fitted mattress sheet!

That is so cute!

sunshine507 · December 2016

We've been given some super cute homemade burp cloths and bibs. I keep meaning to get supplies and teach myself crocheting so I can make those cute little plush baby toys... maybe I'll do that this week. Have something to do with my hands for the holidays while I'm sitting down.

Burrberrymum · December 2016

I have never dabbled into sewing until this weekend but I made a pretty nice burp cloth! (2 more to go for a matching set) I just got a sewing machine and I used terry cloth on one side and flannel on the other. It actually turned out pretty great for my first time actually using a sewing machine. Maybe baby will be a boy.. My grandma gave me this fabric so I'm just practicing but if it's a girl then maybe she'll be into race cars!

babyspice · December 2016

@Burrberrymum that came out great! I was thinking about making some burp cloths too. And maybe some bibs. You can never have enough of those!

hippiemama-2 · December 2016

I'm not a particularly creative person, but I did make this sign for his room at a DIY party! I'll be tapping out as it's probably the extent of my "artsy" abilities.

CanadianintheSouth · December 2016

Not for the baby, but DD and I made Christmas ornaments for family members from her hand prints!

Image: https://us.v-cdn.net/5020794/uploads/editor/79/923cmc21317u.jpg

wintersong · December 2016

Why are cats considered a feminine thing??? I can occasionally find puppies in girl clothes, but have NEVER seen a cat on boy clothes. What gives??

Niko1e · December 2016

I'm trying my hand at making a woodland animal mobile... made these little guys with sheets of felt..

Burrberrymum · December 2016

@Niko1e They turned out really great!!

photomom916 · December 2016

I am sewing a quilt and crocheting a smaller blanket. I also sewed a quilt for my daughter and made her headbands.

hisqueen78 · December 2016

I want to make a blanket but haven't gone to get the supplies yet. Maybe this weekend

Gators&BoSox · December 2016

wow @Niko1e you could sell those!

JustAnotherUsername16 · December 2016

Not for baby, but I'm currently making "galaxy shoes" for my goddaughters. Still missing = stars made from puffy paint.

dizzymom-2 · December 2016

@Niko1e We're doing woodland/adventure theme too! Love it!!!

dizzymom-2 · December 2016

Image: https://us.v-cdn.net/5020794/uploads/editor/xj/6cxpam6nqjth.jpg

Finally starting to work on projects for our little man.

photomom916 · December 2016

@JustAnotherUsername16 how did you make those shoes? They're amazing!

JustAnotherUsername16 · December 2016

Thanks @photomom916! I bought cheap shoes for $5 then colored them with permanent markers (blue, turquoise, pink, purple and navy blue). Once I finished, I soaked them with rubbing alcohol using a dropper to make the colors blend. I used shoe rain protectant to make sure the colors don't bleed later and then used white puffy paint to make the stars. Here's the finished version:

kjd291 · December 2016

@JustAnotherUsername16 ! So cool!! They look awesome!

Gators&BoSox · December 2016

DH got me an amazing top of the line sewing machine for Xmas. He found a fantastic deal on it. now i need to learn how to sew/ use it lol. So excited for all of the little outfits and costumes I will be able to make.

DrillSergeantCat · December 2016

@longliveregina didn't you know that cats are all girls and dogs are all boys? LOL

Not for baby but I made this for my son's daycare teacher:

Image: https://us.v-cdn.net/5020794/uploads/editor/es/4cm0w58uxe2n.jpg

betsy538 · January 2017

I have finally begun making stuff for my LO. I started this baby afghan a few days ago, and am in LOVE with this pattern. It was on an episode of 'Call the Midwife' and I needed to make it when I saw it.