As the parent of a slender child, I’m head over heels in love with the adjustable elastic waistband found in many kids’ clothes. Now, Just Deanna shows how to make one yourself in her tutorial, DIY Adjustable Waist.
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Hop Into Handmade: A Cuddly Review of the Kullaloo Bunny Easter Basket Sewing Pattern
Okay, can we all just take a moment to appreciate how ridiculously adorable this bunny Easter basket pattern from Kullaloo is?! I stumbled across it while hunting (pun fully intended!) for some fresh DIY Easter ideas, and I instantly fell in love. If you’re a softie for cute sewing projects and love making your own holiday decor, this one might just hop to the top of your to-do list.
So let’s talk details.
This isn’t your average Easter basket. Oh no. This is a soft, plush, bunny-shaped Easter basket—complete with floppy ears, a sweet little face, and enough room to stash plenty of chocolates, mini toys, or even some decorated eggs. It’s like a cross between a cuddly toy and a functional holiday basket, and I’m here for it.
What really sold me, though, is the thoughtful design and clear instructions that Kullaloo is known for. If you’ve used their patterns before, you already know they’re fantastic at walking you through every step—even if you’re not super confident with your sewing machine. This one is no different. Whether you’re a seasoned sewing pro or just starting to dip your toes into the world of softie-making, the pattern is beginner-friendly with enough challenge to make it fun.
I have two skinny kids and they have issues with the waist of their pants swallowing them up to get the length that fits correctly. With a girl it is easy to add on a decorative fabric at the bottom to add length, but with my 11 year old boy we just have to buy them a little big in the waist, and always get adjustable waist.
The great thing about having skinny kids is that when they blow through the knees, or grow out of the pants in length we can cut them off and edge them to make shorts. My kids can fit the same waist size for years! So we only buy pants, and make the shorts most of the time. Plus skirts and shorts last forever, as the length is not an issue.
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