Free pattern: Child’s crossover shrug

Irene from SergerPepper.com shares a free pattern at Sew McCool for making a child’s crossover shrug, or cache coeur. The long-sleeved wrap shrug layers easily over a t-shirt to add an extra bit of warmth on a cold day. You could also make one from dressy fabric to layer over a fancy holiday dress. Her free pattern comes in kids sizes 2-16.

Click below to get her free pattern and tutorial:

Sew a cache couer / Sew a child’s crossover shrug, by Serger Pepper

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!