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Tutorial: Cardigan onesie refashion

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Tutorial: Cardigan onesie refashionHeather from Feather’s Flights shows how you can refashion an adult’s or older child’s cardigan into a cute cardigan onesie for a baby.  She includes a free pattern that you can use to make one in a 0-3 month size.  If you need a larger size, you can make your own pattern by cutting apart a onesie that fits (perhaps one that’s gotten stained so it’s no longer worn) or by using a purchased pattern.  Go to Feather’s Flights to see how to make it.

[photo from Feather’s Flights]

Sewing your own baby clothes is very satisfying. It’s one of the precious times when we as parents get to choose what our children wear without complaint. Dressing your baby in unique handmade clothing makes for wonderful photos and keepsakes too. As children get older they can select their own fabrics and become part of the sewing process.

Looking for more Sewing patterns for babies? Check these patterns and PDF’s out on Etsy.

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Easy Cosmetics Bag Sewing Pattern

The bag is simple, uses very little fabric (about 2/3rds of a fat quarter), has no fussy inside pockets (although you can add your own if you like), and takes me well less than 30 minutes to print the pattern, cut out and sew. But quick and simple doesn’t mean it’s not awesome!

It’s the sort of bag that is versatile enough to be used for lots of applications, not just cosmetics and toiletries. Keep all your pens and pencils in order, use it for a small first aid kit for the car, keep it in your desk at work for a few headache pills and other personal supplies.

Make some for yourself, for gifts or to sell.