Free Elf Hat Pattern

Free Elf Hat Pattern

A few month ago I created this pattern for Doll Castle News, Toymaker Elf overalls for Sasha dolls. Designed for their holiday issue, but looks really cute in linen or other colors for an everyday look. Be sure to subscribe to Doll Castle News magazine 

Folded Star Ornament Tutorial

Folded Star Ornament Tutorial

A no-sew project to make. Over the years, we’ve made Swedish Woven Heart ornaments, both paper and felt ones. They are so fun for the kids to make, hang, and then look inside to find chocolate treats inside them on Christmas morning. A few times 

Handmade Holiday Time

Handmade Holiday Time

Last week, after sending the prizes to the finalists of the Sewing Bee, I tried to get inspired as to what to sew and make for someone, I sewed a few mini quilt blocks that I hadn’t sewn in a while. Sometimes it helps me 

Sugar and Spice

Sugar and Spice

… Let’s Make Something Nice! Join Handmade Holiday Bazaar with me! Treat yourself to a winter wonderland & make beautifully curated gifts for everyone on your gift list this holiday season.  The four-hour virtual course is broken down into 10 total hours of instruction with 12 

Handmade Holiday Bazaar

Handmade Holiday Bazaar

Ever wondered how to get those trims and details looking more professional? Want to take your sewing to the next level? Or maybe you want to ask specific questions about sewing the tiny details and trims on doll clothes. Well, I’m excited to announce I 

Lace Crown Tutorial

Lace Crown Tutorial

Free Lace Crown tutorial, dolls, kid crafts, party favors, craft activity for kids. Easy and inexpensive. Step by step doll craft tutorial crowns.

New Pattern Doll Castle Magazine

New Pattern Doll Castle Magazine

Several months ago I was asked to submit an exclusive pattern for the publication Doll Castle News. If you haven’t heard of Doll Castle, they have been around for a long time, since the early 60’s, and publish such an informative and delightful magazine, all 

How to Make a No-sew Braided Fleece Blanket

How to Make a No-sew Braided Fleece Blanket

This easy to make braided fleece blanket is perfect for a Saturday afternoon project. A good one for kids to do as well! The woven edge looks so clever and tidy. This tutorial will walk you through the simple process. I want a blanket for 

Valentine Envelope Holder craft tutorial

Valentine Envelope Holder craft tutorial

Valentine’s day is always such a fun crafting holiday. Make this sweet envelope to decorate or hold a special Valentine gift for your sweetheart ♥ Supplies White Kraft-Tex Pink fabric scraps 3/8″-wide red satin ribbon Pink rick rack Fusible web Hole punch Plastic yarn needle 

Doll Dress Boutique Book Tour

Doll Dress Boutique Book Tour

Today is the kick-off day for my book, Doll Dress Boutique, Blog Tour!! It starts with another Bonus Design on the C&T Publishing’s Blog. Hop on over to get the free Bonus Pattern to make the O Tannenbaum Dress for American Girl Dolls and other