Tutorial Update

After many requests {and actually having the baby}, I've updated my Not Your Average Nursing Cover tutorial with pictures of the cover in action {or at least with me holding the baby}.  In case you're wondering, the reason I call it "not average" is because I added a second strap to hold the cover in place a little lower.  After a year of nursing with the traditional nursing cover, I realized I needed a little extra help to keep it in place!  Oh, and I added a few extra details too!

Holiday Vest for boys (or girls!) (tutorial)

This guest post is part of the Welcome Baby Tutorial Series!

Today we're welcoming Julia from Blue-J Cottage.  My attention was actually drawn to Julia's blog because of the adorable blue sewing machine she uses as her profile picture {you know I love cute sewing machines!}.  Not only does her blog have some great tutorials, but she even made her own wedding dress...now that is amazing!  So head over and say hello, and thanks to Julia for sharing this great tutorial with us!

Hi! I was so excited when I was asked to do a tutorial for the welcome baby series. My sister had a baby in June, so I have been making lots of baby things lately.

I tossed around ideas of what to do for quite awhile... Finally I thought, with the Holiday's coming, it would be fun to create something for a little guy to wear. There are so many fun outfits for girls that the boys often get left out. Anyway, I decide to do a super cute Holiday Vest.

This project would be best for an intermediate/advanced sewer, but I am going to try to describe every step as best as possible....so anyone who's willing can follow along! I hope it's not too much but mostly hope it helps!

"Little Chick" Baby's 1st Christmas Felt Penguin Ornament (Tutorial)

This guest post is part of the Welcome Baby Tutorial Series!

I have the pleasure of introducing Jenelle from Echinops & Aster.  Jenelle's blog is super cute {and new!}, and she has a Holiday How-to Series as well, if you're looking for some more holiday ideas. So stop by and say hello, you're sure to find some inspiration.  And thank you Jenelle for sharing this fun project with us!

Happy Holidays! I’m Jenelle and I am a crafter, sewist, and newbie quilter who blogs over at Echinops & Aster. I am so very happy Jennie asked me to put together a tutorial for the Welcome Baby Tutorial Series!

As this Christmas will be her little Norah’s first (such a cutie!), Jennie and I thought it would be the perfect time to introduce a holiday keep-sake ornament, marking that very first special Christmas for baby. The “Little Chick” Baby’s First Christmas Ornament is an easy to make, cuddly felt penguin sized perfectly for the tree, and includes options to personalize for your own little one.

   

I-Spy Baby Quilt (Tutorial)

This guest post is part of the Welcome Baby Tutorial Series!

Our next guest blogger is Rhonda from Quilter in the Gap.  Not only does Rhonda have a fun blog,
but she's extra brave and puts out a podcast as well!  I wish I had more time to listen, but the episodes I have found time to follow along with are great.  Especially if I can do some sewing or embroidery while I listen.  Just like having a friend in the room.  So, venture over, leave a comment, and listen to her podcast if you have a minute.  It's a great opportunity to get to know a fellow quilter and overall great lady!

These are very exciting times – a new baby (the stunning Norah) brought into a loving home makes me smile. Jennie and her family are so deserving of such a blessing and that baby girl will certainly be loved! I am also excited because this is the first time I have been asked to guest blog – and to do a tutorial….well that is sheer bliss for me.

Let me start with a quick introduction. My name is Rhonda and I blog and podcast at Quilter in The Gap. The main idea behind my podcast is to introduce my readers to everyday bloggers like me and you (and yes my grammar is often this bad). I interview them and then share it with all who care to listen – hopefully generating more readers for those bloggers. I would love for you to listen and maybe even to interview you, the quilting/sewing blogger. So, hop on over (after you take a look at my tutorial) and let me know what you think. You can find all my episodes here.

When I was designing this little I-Spy Quilt I had my new granddaughter in mind. She just turned 9 months old (yesterday) and will soon have a blast finding all the goodies on this quilt. I made it small enough for her drag around with her - once she starts walking. This would make a great gift for a newborn (could be used as a wrap) all the way up to a first birthday present – and maybe beyond.

I Spy....with my little eye....a bumble bee....

Enough rambling….let’s get started. 

Burp Cloth and Onesie Gift Set (a tutorial)

This guest post is part of the Welcome Baby Tutorial Series!

Our next guest blogger is Chrissy of Sew Lux Fabric & Gifts.  Not only do Chrissy and her mom have a great fabric shop {and of course, I love that she works with her mom!}, but she also blogs lots of fun and easy projects on the Sew Lux Fabric Blog.  And she's got a great one for us today, a great baby shower gift of a burp cloth and personalized onesie.  So make sure you check out the great fabric selection, and stop by her blog to say hello too, and thanks Chrissy for sharing with us!

Hi everyone!  My name is Chrissy and I co-own a little fabric shop, Sew Lux Fabric, with my mom and I blog here.  I was so excited when Jennie contacted me about participating in this tutorial series.  Of course, I agreed to help and am happy to share two quick projects with you today.  So, let's get started making this cute little gift set that includes a flannel burp cloth and personalized onesie.

Easy Onesie Tutu (a tutorial)

This guest post is part of the Welcome Baby Tutorial Series!

Today I'd like to welcome Kat from Diary of a Flutter.Kat. Kat is an Australian quilter and sewist, mom of two beautiful little girls, and just all-around creative. On her blog you'll find a variety of pretty tutorials, interesting series, inspiration, and encouragement.  She also has a shop full of personalized of kids wear, that would make great gifts as well.  So, stop by and say thanks for sharing one of her great tutorials with us!

Hi Everybody!
My name is Kat.
First up I'd just like to thank Jennie for having me over to visit today & contribute this awesome series! And of course congratulations to her as well. It sure is an exciting time for you at the moment Jennie and I know we all wait to hear the happy news of baby's safe arrival :)

Today I would love to show you all how to make a super easy onesie tutu...

Today I've just made it using a very basic white onesie that I happened to have on hand, but these also look fabulous when made with a coloured/printed onesie, and you can really make the top look so pretty by adding more rosettes, some ribbon etc...

I also like to make a coordinating hairclip or headband and wallah - such an easy princess outfit (which would have cost me less than $10 to make - bonus!).

You can use the same technique to add a cotton skirt as well - just hem the bottom for that rather than doubling it over...
Soooo many possibilities!

Not Your Average Nursing Cover (tutorial)

This post is part of the Welcome Baby Tutorial Series

Here is my tutorial contribution to the Welcome Baby series.  Before I had Silas a nursing cover was high on my priority list of things to own for a baby.  I bought one from a shop and loved it, at first.  The more I used it, the more I thought of ways I would like to tweak it, to make it really perfect for me.  The biggest addition to this cover is the second strap, it is positioned lower and when draped over the shoulder will help keep the cover in place, even with a wiggly baby {with my previous cover I found myself sitting with the corner pinned to the chair to keep myself covered!}.  Enjoy!

For the nursing cover with the contrast piece on top, you'll need 3/4 yard of body fabric and 1/3 yard of contrast fabric.  If using just one fabric, you'll need about a yard. {And yes, there really is a baby under there...}

Beautiful Boutique Style Baby Bibs (tutorial)

This guest post is part of the Welcome Baby Tutorial Series!

Our first tutorial guest is Kim from My Go-Go Life.  In all honesty, I'm less acquainted with Kim, even though I've been following her blog for a while.  However, her blog is packed full of inspiration in all shapes {and quilty} sizes.  Today she's offered to share a great pattern for Boutique Baby Bibs, perfect for a baby shower or your own little one.  Enjoy!

Hi, I am Kim from My Go-Go Life.  Thank you Jennie and CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I am so happy to be invited to guest post on something I really love to do, make baby items.  I  have always enjoyed making and giving bibs. Boutique style bibs are so very useful and can be made easily and less expensively than purchasing them.

You can start with either a bib you already have and love by tracing it (adding in a seam allowance) to provide a pattern or you can use the pattern I have been using for years. There are two sized patterns I have. One for smaller babies and one for bigger babies into toddler years. For this tutorial I will be using the pattern I have here.

Welcome Baby (Tutorial Series)

This guest post is part of the Welcome Baby Tutorial Series!

Well, I'm starting to count down the days!  Baby should be making her appearance any day now.  So, to help us celebrate {and keep this blog interesting}, I've asked a few blogger friends to share some fun baby tutorials with all of you.  So check back each week for a new, baby {and kid} themed tutorial.  Here is the tentative schedule:

• Nov.  10 - Kim {My Go Go Life} :: Boutique Baby Bibs
• Nov. 15 - Me {Clover & Violet}:: Not Your Average Nursing Cover
• Nov. 17 - Kat {Diary of a Flutter.Kat} :: Easy Onesie Tutu
• Nov. 22 -  Chrissy {Sew Lux} :: Burp Cloth and Onesie Gift Set
• Dec. 1 - Rhonda {Quilter in the Gap} :: I Spy Baby Quilt
• Dec. 6 - Janelle {Echinops & Aster} :: Little Chick Baby's First Christmas Ornament
• Dec. 16 - Julia {Blue J Cottage} :: Holiday Vest

Enjoy.