The Train To Crazy: Sewing for Baby Month

14 posts categorized “Sewing for Baby Month”

September 23, 2010

Baby Quilt Patterns Giveaway (CLOSED)

Have you seen Quiltville on Etsy? She has some especially adorable baby quilt patterns. How would one of these look wrapped around your favorite baby?

You could make one of these cuties yourself! Never quilted? It's never too late to start!

Quiltville is giving away a pattern to 2 lucky readers! You can choose between the Little Lady Jane pattern or the Little Buddy pattern. Both patterns come with a pattern for making a coordinating pillow as well as the quilt.

Enter to Win!

1. Stop by Quiltville and let me know which pattern you would choose.

Contest Closed

Winners: Ms. Muffin & Tracy! Thanks Ladies!

September 23, 2010 in Sewing for Baby Month | Permalink | Comments (52) | TrackBack (0)

September 22, 2010

Baby Kimono Top Tutorial: Guest Post

Have you met Narelle from Cook Clean Craft? She's dropping by today to add a little sewing fun to Sewing For Baby month. Thanks for helping out Narelle!

Over at her blog, you can find her sewing up incredibly cute little clothes:

Teaching you how to make a box pleat:

Giving tips on how to clean as you go (so very helpful).

And she's always full of great looking recipes. Don't you want some of these Apple Cinnamon Pancakes?

Hello! When searching for an outfit to make for a friend's baby, I came across a very cute baby kimono pattern at the Martha Stewart website. I loved putting kimono-style rompers on my son when he was a bub as you don't have to worry about pulling anything over his head (which was always a challenge). However, there were a few comments complaining that it was difficult to follow the instructions on the Martha Stewart tutorial. So, I thought I'd put together a detailed photo-tutorial of my own. Also, I decided to use buttons for the closure at the front rather than ribbons (which just seem too fiddly for me when you're dealing with a squirmy or screaming baby!)

Head on over to Cook Clean Craft for the full tutorial for this Kimono top!

Thanks Narelle! The top is adorable and this is such a great tutorial!

September 22, 2010 in Sewing for baby, Sewing for Baby Month | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

September 20, 2010

Sew an odd sized sheet: Quick & Easy Sheet Tutorial

There are so many crib sheet tutorials available. But what if you have an odd sized crib, pack and play, or basinet? What if you just want a quick method?

I have this great portable crib that I've used with babies 2 through 4. It allows the current occupant of the regular crib to take her time outgrowing it while the baby gets a cozy sleeping spot in mom and dad's room. The problem is, it is difficult to find sheets for this size of crib, let alone cute sheets.

What if you just want the quickest method and don't care to spend time making a casing for the elastic that won't be seen anyway? Well, look no further. This is your quick and easy tutorial.

I've made this easy sheet tutorial for all your different sized crib needs! It is attached it as a PDF. Go ahead and download it so you'll have it when you need it.

Download Easy Crib Sheet Instructions

Please keep in mind that this tutorial was intended for thinner mattresses. If your mattress is thicker than 2 or 3 inches, please add to the length and width accordingly.

Any questions?

Linking HERE

September 20, 2010 in Sewing , Sewing for baby, Sewing for Baby Month, sewing for house, Tutorials | Permalink | Comments (3) | TrackBack (0)

September 19, 2010

Urban Hoodie

A couple months ago Heidi & Finn sent me the Urban Unisex Hoodie pattern to review. Well, I finally had the chance to whip one up and I love it!

This is size 6 mo. and was made from a pair of maternity sweats I never wanted to wear again in my life. It is fully lined with some green knit fabric. You might recognize it from this popular dress. The pattern is for knit fabric and has instructions for how to sew this with just a regular sewing machine. No need for a serger. I believe this took me about 2 hours to sew. Maybe a bit more or less. I'm thrilled with how it turned out!

I do have a confession: I haven't sewn on the buttons yet. I'm seriously considering sewing the buttons on the outside and doing velcro underneath instead of button holes. It is for a 6 month old, after all. Quicker is better.

Confession two: I didn't change a thing about the pattern. Not one thing. That's unusual for me, really. So, Now I'm trying to decide if I should go rouge and change up the buttons. What do you think?

UPDATE: Now that I've put this on my baby I believe the pattern runs a bit small so make a size up for your little guy or girl! The sleves are long enough (a bit too long?) but they are snug. Some people complain the body is too short as well (compared to the arms, definitely).

September 19, 2010 in I recommend, Sewing , Sewing for baby, Sewing for Baby Month, Sewing for boys, Sewing for Girls, Store Discount | Permalink | Comments (19) | TrackBack (0)

September 15, 2010

Little Cap Sew Along Day 3

Making the Little Cap is really easy, right? Please add your photos to the Flickr group so we can see what you've made! Are you interested in making a smaller cap for babies? Interested in seeing another little change I made? Jump on over to the Day 3 Instructions.

The kids are starting swim lessons here today. Wish us luck! We may need it!

A special thanks to those of you who have added your Go To Dresses to the Flickr group! I love seeing what you've made! Thanks to Elsie Marley for including the dress in her roundup of Fall clothes inspiration for her Kid's Clothes Week Challenge coming up next week. Are you joining along?

September 15, 2010 in Little Cap Sew Along, Sewing , Sewing for baby, Sewing for Baby Month | Permalink | Comments (2) | TrackBack (0)

September 14, 2010

Little Cap Sew Along Day 2

I intended (or hoped) to make another cap last night because some of my pictures are sorely lacking for the sew along. I didn't do it though. I've declared this vacation week around here. We'll be swimming and reading and doing a bit of math and spelling but that's about it!

This is the lovely (non) recipient of the hat I didn't make:

She is my adorable, hilarious niece. You know how some kids are just exploding with personality, even at a very young age? That's her! Here she is modeling a cap that clearly doesn't fit. That's okay because it only stayed on for about 3 seconds. Just long enough for me to snap one picture.

She is modeling the altered size 0-6 month hat. Stop by tomorrow to find out how to alter your pattern for that size.

You might notice the hat matches the booties I showed off earlier.

You'll also want to stop by to see how to make sure your hat looks like this on top:

Ready to finish up your cap? Day 2 instructions are HERE.

I'm linking these finishes to a few other blogs this week. Go check them out. There are also more pictures of finished hats in the Day 2 instructions!

September 14, 2010 in Little Cap Sew Along, Sewing , Sewing for baby, Sewing for Baby Month, Sewing for boys, Sewing for Girls | Permalink | Comments (4) | TrackBack (0)

September 13, 2010

Little Cap Sew Along Day 1

The Little Cap Sew Along is finally here! This is such an easy project, it hardly needs a sew along, but it's fun to make things with others, isn't it? I'll also be showing you some pattern variations including size variations. So, are you ready to join in?

If you haven't bought your pattern yet, go to the Leila & Ben etsy shop and buy the pattern. Mention The Train To Crazy to get $2 refund until the end of September. It is a PDF pattern so it will be emailed to you and you can join us right away!

Now, head on over to Day 1 Instructions!

September 13, 2010 in Little Cap Sew Along, Sewing , Sewing for baby, Sewing for Baby Month, Sewing for boys, Sewing for Girls | Permalink | Comments (2) | TrackBack (0)

September 10, 2010

The little cap that started it all

I've made 5 Little Caps to date. This is the one that started it all.

I made it just like the example on the pattern. I love the little argyle.

She calls it "Maggie's hat" and she's been sad to be separated from it for the last month.

Our boxes are being delivered to our new house next week so I figure sometime in the next month or two we'll find it. And once again she'll have her Maggie's hat.

Want to make a Little Cap? Join the Sew Along coming up! Find the details by clicking the picture below!

Linking here

September 10, 2010 in Little Cap Sew Along, Sewing , Sewing for Baby Month, Sewing for boys, Sewing for Girls | Permalink | Comments (8) | TrackBack (0)

September 08, 2010

Diaper Bag Tutorial & Pattern Roundup

Want to make a diaper bag? There are so many great patterns and options out there! Don't settle for a boring bag from your local big box store!

Free Tutorials:

Diaper Bag w/ a divider by Wherehouse Fabrics Inc.

Hip Mama Diaper Bag by A Mingled Yarn

Angela's Diaper bag at Moda Bakeshop by The Polkadot Chair

Diaper Bag by Sew Much Ado

The Detour Diaper Bag by Make Baby Stuff

Customizable Diaper Bag by Make Baby Stuff

Anna's Diaper Bag by CoCoj Designs

Adorable Patterns:

Mary Jane Oversized Tote by Handmade Therapy (love this!)

Nappy Bag by Amy Butler

The Diaper Bag by Craft Apple

The Bellanca bag by Lila Tueller

Do you have a favorite diaper bag pattern or tutorial?

Check out my other tutorial roundups!

You might also be interested in:

Crib Sheet Tutorial

Little Cap Sew Along

Baby in The Hood Pattern

Don't miss new patterns!

September 08, 2010 in roundup, Sewing for Baby Month, Store Discount, Tutorials | Permalink | Comments (6) | TrackBack (0)

September 06, 2010

Guest Post: Moses basket bedding tutorial

Welcome to week 2 of Sewing for BABY month! Today we have a fabulous guest poster. I hope you get a chance to check out the tutorial she prepared and see all the wonderful things she does on her blog! Thanks for stopping by Cheryl!

Hi Everyone! I'm Cheryl from:

I'm a homeschooling mom of 3 who started sewing & crafting two years ago and hasn't looked back since! My blog is all about my adventures in making fun stuff on a little budget and what I've learned along the way. Here are just a few things: Shop Around Felt Playhouse

Fabric Garden

Pretty Plaits & Leia Hairdo Hats

Today I'm sharing my tutorial for making your own Moses Basket Bedding.

The baskets themselves are pretty inexpensive, but if you want some pretty bedding, whoa Nelly, are they pricey! So I've got a quick & easy way to make your own so you can have the designer look without the designer price tag. And using less than 2 yards of fabric!!

Just click here to get the full step-by-step tutorial. Thanks so much for letting me stop by Andrea!!

September 06, 2010 in Sewing , Sewing for baby, Sewing for Baby Month, sewing for house, Tutorials | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

September 03, 2010

Diaper & Wipes Carrier

What parent doesn't need a small case to hold a couple diapers and wipes? I'm sure I do! Noodles & Milk sent me her Diaper & Wipes Case with Strap pattern to test. Let me just tell you how easy this pattern is! I think I cut out the fabric and sewed this up in about an hour. Now I have a perfectly functional carrier that I can toss in a purse,

strap to the stroller

or just carry around

It was great for the airplane. Perfect size to keep in a carry on.

I made a few changes. The pattern calls for a snap on the strap. I didn't have one on hand so I used velcro. I also changed how the strap is attached. It's a very small change. I think I prefer how the pattern is written rather than my variation.

Noodles & Milk also sells other patterns for little girls and parent accessories.

For the entire month of September, you can get $1 off each pattern at the Noodles & Milk Etsy shop! Just mention The Train To Crazy when you check out and you'll receive your discount as a refund!

Could you use a diaper & wipes carrier?

September 03, 2010 in Reviews: Books, Patterns and Places, Sewing for baby, Sewing for Baby Month, Sewing gifts | Permalink | Comments (8) | TrackBack (0)

September 02, 2010

Little booties

A couple months ago I made a pair of booties for my baby. They turned out really cute but the process of making them was a bit tricky. Last week I tried out a new bootie pattern and let me tell you, these are easy. Easy and cute!

Lena's Patterns sent me the Flower Power Booties pattern.

I, of course, am having a baby boy so I opted not to put ribbon on the top of my boots. First, I started out making a set of these.

I made them from fleece and lined them with flannel. Yes, I used Handmade Therapy's booties as a reference for adding this strap and button.

Then I made these denim booties.

I considered adding some red stripes on the side, but decided against it. Maybe next pair.

All in all, this pair took less than an hour to sew.

September 02, 2010 in Giveaway, Sewing , Sewing for baby, Sewing for Baby Month, Store Discount | Permalink | Comments (75) | TrackBack (0)

September 01, 2010

Washcloth Puppet Pattern Giveaway CLOSED

Let's kick off Sewing for BABY month with a giveaway! Have you seen Precious Patterns on Etsy yet? I'm not exaggerating when I say they have some of the cutest patterns! Here is just a tiny peak at the PDF patterns they have in their shop.

Giraffe, Gator & Pig blocks pattern.

Precious Sheep, Monkey and Bunny Dolls with Ribbon Arms

Water Bottle Cover

And now for the GIVEAWAY!

2 lucky winners will get this adorable Washcloth Hand Puppets Pattern!

How sweet would these be for a baby? I can't think of a baby or little kid I know that wouldn't absolutely LOVE these. The PDF pattern includes all 5 animals, a puppy, hippo, giraffe, alligator and zebra.

Contest CLOSED

Don't forget to check out

September 01, 2010 in Giveaway, Sewing for Baby Month | Permalink | Comments (31) | TrackBack (0)

September is Sewing for Baby Month

Welcome to Sewing for Baby Month!! I hope you'll enjoy my pattern reviews, giveaways, tutorials, sew alongs, guest bloggers and roundups! There is a full month ahead! Subscribe in a reader so you don't miss anything! Grab the button to share on your blog.

Want to join in the Little Cap Sew Along?

September 13-17 I'll be doing another sew along with this cute little unisex hat from Leila & Ben. The pattern can be made in sizes 6 mo-5 years and it is perfect for little boys or little girls. I'll be showing off different variations of the hat so you can get some ideas. I'll also show you how to make it small enough to fit your tiny guys and girls. I can testify that this hat is great for beginnings. It takes about an hour to an hour and a half to complete and is so cute when you're done! You won't want to miss this one.

And, as always, if you are joining this sew along you get a discount on the pattern! This $2 discount is available for the entire month of September to my readers. Mention The Train To Crazy in the notes and you will get your $2 refunded to you after purchase. You can buy the patterns at the Leila & Ben Etsy shop.

Stay tuned for many more discounts and giveaways to come this month!

Are there any patterns or tutorials you are especially interested in hearing about? Any product giveaways you'd love to see (or give)? What have you been sewing for baby lately?

September 01, 2010 in Little Cap Sew Along, Sewing , Sewing for baby, Sewing for Baby Month, Store Discount | Permalink | Comments (6) | TrackBack (0)

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