Diaper Cover with matching Head Band that I made today! Can't wait to make more (: Sorry I don't post often, going to push my anxieties to the side and stop lurking and participate.
@alyssavalentino Starting to speak out here can be a little intimidating, but it's a whole lot more fun once you get used to it
I was terrified to comment on this board for a while because it was really intense (especially during our first trimester). That said, it's a really supportive group of women who are really sweet (and snarky) and incredibly good resources.
I feel like I'm just holding off until next week when I know better what I'm having. I want to use some different fabrics depending.. Hopefully. I'm afraid that they won't cooperate.
I wish I was good at using a sewing machine! You guys have some gorgeous projects going on!
One thing I'm planning to repurpose is a couple of old snuggies I got a few years ago when they were popular. Anyone know of any reason why these wouldn't make good cloth diaper wipes? I've seen a lot of blog posts about making cloth wipes from single-ply flannel so I'm guessing it will work?
Just a PSA - most of you probably know this but Joanne's has an app where you can find all of their active coupons. I literally just pull it up at the register and they scan them from the phone. There's usually at least a 40% off one item deal.
I wish I was good at using a sewing machine! You guys have some gorgeous projects going on!
One thing I'm planning to repurpose is a couple of old snuggies I got a few years ago when they were popular. Anyone know of any reason why these wouldn't make good cloth diaper wipes? I've seen a lot of blog posts about making cloth wipes from single-ply flannel so I'm guessing it will work?
I made a bunch of cloth wipes from flannel sheets and pillowcases. I'm assuming snuggies are made of flannel? I don't know, u never had one. But if so, then yes!
Urgh, can't post or like all the awesome things you are doing from my phone......I finished my jelly fish. I think I'll do a star fish next. I've not thought of doing anything for the new LO yet...
@fleurdelakeview that's a great idea. I was going to be dead lazy, move my daughter out of her room and use the same theme . We were gender neutral last time so we went with safari/jungle theme. We'll be gender neutral again this time. I guess I could decorate my daughters room.
Blanket I finished today! I can't handle how cute those monsters are!!! This baby is getting monster everything at this point, it's too cute to resist.
I finally had some days off and finished some of my projects: a blanket (oversized, I'm thinking for tummy time), burp cloths, and an oversized muslin swaddle. I have two more patterns for burp cloths and three more for swaddles, but it feels good to get some baby stuff in the house
I've been teaching my students (3-6 year olds) how to embroider on paper, and I just realized that once they get it down I can throw some embroidery hoops on onesies, draw shapes/designs, and let the kids embroider. Great work for school, adorable clothes for the kid. Plus my students will be so pumped to see the baby in the onesie they helped make.
I bought the 2 crates and the letters at JoAnn's. I painted the crates the same color as DD's room and painted the letters green. I glued the letters onto the crate and zip tied the 2 crates together. We can always use more storage solutions!
I am so jealous of you ladies! These projects are all so great. I used to know how to use a sewing machine, but now all I can do is hand-sew. I was planning on doing some burp cloths with some fabric scraps SIL gave me. Most of it's flannel. I sifted through these posts but didn't see anything, sorry if this has been posted on here already- what kind of backing would you use on the flannel? I'm assuming it'd be better to have something than just the fabric itself, especially for a burp cloth.
@schaze I backed mine with fleece which is water resistant and pretty thick (though not water proof). I've also heard of using terrycloth or microfiber. Lots of options, anything relatively thick/ absorbent should do.
@pankers Your jellyfish is so, so cool!!! The craft nerd in me is dying to know if it's crocheted or knitted in garter stitch... And if the pattern is available on Ravelry?
@PleaseSendPicklesNow it is crochet. It's not on Ravelry, it's from a book. I'm happy to take photos of the pattern and put it on here (shhhh, don't tell anyone )
@pankers Oh darn... I can't, for the life of me, crochet. But I love your jellyfish so much. Is it going to be part of a crib mobile? I want to join the DIY mobile club!
@fleurdelakeview and @PleaseSendPicklesNow , you tube! Seriously, I learnt most of the stitches there. A friend taught me how to single and double crochet but I quickly forgot and you tube is still my friend when I have to learn something new.
This is so inspirational! You guys are all so talented. I used to be an avid knitter but this pregnancy has made me lazy AF. All I wanna do is sleep, watch bad reality tv, and lay. Maybe once we know what we are having I will get a little more motivated.
Fresh off the knitting needles! I wanted to share this because: a) The pattern is FREE on Ravelry. It's called Rolled Cuff Baby Booties, and it's by Nickie Alexander. b) It's the best-written, least confusing baby bootie pattern I've ever used. Everything made sense!
Also, since this thread is getting huge, I wondered if anyone would be interested in a weekly crafty mama check-in page? Some of the other birth month boards do it, and I love lurking their weekly check-ins.
P.S. Please show me more of your pretty DIY crib mobiles. They are the cutest things ever. I'd love to see how they are coming along.
Also, since this thread is getting huge, I wondered if anyone would be interested in a weekly crafty mama check-in page? Some of the other birth month boards do it, and I love lurking their weekly check-ins.
P.S. Please show me more of your pretty DIY crib mobiles. They are the cutest things ever. I'd love to see how they are coming along.
Go for it, we do a fitness check in, why not a craft one.
@noelietrex Omg I might be a bit late to this thread but that bib and diaper set is adorable. I'm willing to risk the Internet creepiness for one!! I can PayPal you money!!!
@DominiqueU That looks adorable and also totally functional! If you're worried about your stitching, some machines get touchy, especially with thicker fabrics like fleece. Try adjusting the width of the stitch to be a little wider, and do your best to keep a steady pace (that part takes practice). When I need to turn, I always lift the foot with the needle currently through the fabric so the stitching picks up on exactly the same track and I don't have to worry about lining up the next stitch. Hope this helps! Whatever you do, don't give up!
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Blanket I finished today! I can't handle how cute those monsters are!!! This baby is getting monster everything at this point, it's too cute to resist.
I finally had some days off and finished some of my projects: a blanket (oversized, I'm thinking for tummy time), burp cloths, and an oversized muslin swaddle. I have two more patterns for burp cloths and three more for swaddles, but it feels good to get some baby stuff in the house
And yes, I'm obsessed with elephants.
July'16 BMB May Siggy Challenge - Star Wars:
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a) The pattern is FREE on Ravelry. It's called Rolled Cuff Baby Booties, and it's by Nickie Alexander.
b) It's the best-written, least confusing baby bootie pattern I've ever used. Everything made sense!
P.S. Please show me more of your pretty DIY crib mobiles. They are the cutest things ever. I'd love to see how they are coming along.
Those knit boots are to die for!!!! SO adorable
Married: May 16th 2015