Daisy’s Sun Bonnet
Download the Daisy’s Sun Bonnet pattern and create a cute practical sun bonnet to protect your littles from the sun. It can easily be transitioned into every season. More …
Bean Bag Chair
Cozy Cushion: Simple Sewing with Big Impact Like everyone else, I am always working on making my home a little cozier—the latest Scandinavian design trend “hygge” is all about making things feel extra comforting, special, and downright cozy. It’s all about the details that evoke this feeling. For me, a pastel pink faux fur bean More …
Reading Pillow
School is back in full swing which means so is the homework. One of the goals for this year is to devote at least 20 minutes each evening to reading. So I set aside a quiet area of the house that is loaded with books and made an oversized pillow that my youngest can use More …
Relax Anywhere Mat Tutorial
Hello Everyone, What is your favorite season? Summer is our favorite season by far because it’s the best time to chill outside with your family and friends! To celebrate that summer is finally here, we’ve created the Relax Anywhere Mat in these amazing blue fabrics from the In Blue fabric collection. The modern fabrics and colors add a More …
Sea Birds Baby Quilt Tutorial
Hello everyone! Hayley here, reporting from the BERNINA of America headquarters! I have an easy quilt project for you today. This baby quilt is a quick finish with simple strip piecing and a few half square triangles. For beginners, this is a great way to practice consistent piecing techniques and for those of us who More …
Kids Messenger Bag
While getting ready for back to school this year, I discovered that child-sized messenger bags are few and far between. Finding one that’s made for boys is even harder. So this year, I decided to make a messenger bag that not only suits my child’s interests (which is currently Pokemon Go), but is the perfect More …
Drawstring Bunny Bags
Hi everyone, I’m Ashley from Make It and Love It. SO happy to be here today….sharing something perfect for spring! Ahhh…spring is my absolute favorite time of year! The sun is staying out a little longer, trees are starting to bloom, new grass is pushing its way through, and I start getting an itch to More …
Rounded Vinyl Zip Pouch
Helping you to stay organized, these rounded zip pouches are practical and fun! Make one or make several to showcase a favorite fabric and use up some of those vintage zippers on hand. Vinyl zip pouches are quite popular at the moment! The vinyl allows you to see clearly what is contained in your pouch More …
Zipper Pencil Case with Chalk Board Sewing Tutorial
Hello there! My name is Melissa Mortenson and I’m the girl behind the Polka Dot Chair Blog. Some of my favorite things to sew are zippered pouches. They are easy to stitch and make great gifts! In honor of my kids going back to school soon, I decided that I’d design a zipper pencil case with More …
Summer Pillow Sewing Project for Kids
Hello friends! My name is Melissa Mortenson and most days you can find me upstairs in my sewing room working on projects for my blog, the Polka Dot Chair. I have a 14-year-old daughter who has caught the sewing bug, and I’ve begun trying to design a few projects for her to work on to help improve More …
DIY Gifts for Little Kids with Big Imaginations
If you know a little kid with a big imagination, we’ve got the perfect handmade gift idea! Create play toys and accessories for a superhero or caring for dolly with these tutorials. More …
DIY Lunch Money Wallet
No napkins are required when you send your kids off to school with this sandwich. Instead of packing lunch, stow lunch money in this fun and easy bologna sandwich wallet! More …