baby

Sew Your Own Crib Sheets

by Marie May 16, 2010

Yes, it can be done. I would never have thought to sew my own sheets, but this crib and toddler sheet tutorial from Made is a great way to get exactly the match you need for your baby’s room.

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My Baby is in LOVE with Babies

by Marie February 8, 2010

Everywhere we go, my baby is saying: “baby” (or “huh huh” as she’s not quite talking!) But she let’s me know where all the babies in the grocery store are with a pointing motion and a smile. Since she’s so happy looking at babies everywhere we go, I came up with a fun DIY Magazine [...]

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Adorable New ‘Babies’ Documentary

by Marie January 22, 2010

I just found this movie clip over at Clover Lane, (who has a fun crafty blog. Check out these Winter Decorations!) Although this movie isn’t out yet, I know I’m going to love every minute of it. It’s a documentary about 4 babies growing up in 4 different parts of the world. It’s going to [...]

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Giveaway: Belle Baby Carrier & Handmade Fleece Blanket

by Marie December 4, 2009

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. The winner of the Belle Baby Carrier is #99 Britt . The winner of the Handmade Fleece Blanket is #139 Anne Marie. Have fun snuggling your cute little babies!! Today’s giveaway is brought to you by one of Make and Takes sponsors, Around My Baby. [...]

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My Baby’s Quilt is Finally Done!

by Marie September 15, 2009

Yay! I did it. I finished my baby’s quilt, only 15 months late. Remember this quilting post? I’ve made a quilt for all three of my babies when they’re born, something for them to always have that’s made from me! I love it and so does my baby! This quilt has a sort of ‘nine [...]

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Weekend Links: Oh Baby Baby

by Marie September 5, 2009

My little one photographed by Crystalyn Life Images. A few craft and sewing projects for Baby: DIY Baby Wipes Container by According to Kelly How to Make Baby Burpies by You Can Make This Scrap Fabric Bib Tutorial (Star Wars) by Dollar Store Crafts Baby Shower Party Ideas by Hostess with the Mostess First Words [...]

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Baby Hair Barrettes Tutorial

by Heather August 4, 2009

So far, there are only boys in my family, so when faced with several approaching baby showers for female babies, my mom and I were only too overjoyed to experiment with making barrettes and headbands. We wanted to make hair adornments with newborns and infants in mind, so we experimented with several different styles, sizes, [...]

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Embellish a Plastic Container with Ribbon

by Marie October 28, 2008

I have diapers, wipes and a changing cloth in almost every room of my house. If I’m downstairs, I’m just too lazy to walk up to the baby’s room and get the diaper changing supplies. So I’ve got this fun Ribbon Container to hold them in, embellished with ribbon all fun and fancy. Supplies for [...]

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Crochet Baby Booties

by Marie September 11, 2008

I just got my winnings from the Nie Nie auction held over at Happy Little Life. Kelly crocheted these special for my little baby! They’re going to be perfect later this Fall. To purchase the pattern for these darling booties to crochet a pair yourself, go to Kelly’s Shop. There’s still more auctions going on [...]

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Baby Patterns and Tutorials

by Marie July 31, 2008

Now that “baby” is on the brain again, I’ve been enjoying all the great tutorials out there for handmade baby items. Every kind of baby gadget is available to make yourself and as my little princess is still sleeping quite a bit, I’ve been able to steal a few minutes here and there for some [...]

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