Superhero Capes

  After making superhero capes with an Octonaut theme for my nephew's fourth birthday party I decided to make some more neutral ones with simple stars on the back. Simple cotton fabrics with velcro closures make for an easy dress-up item for preschoolers. I wish that I had a few of these when I was working in a Pre-K classroom, I'm sure they would've been a big hit!

Teal with red star

Blue with orange star 

Light purple with pink star

Blue with red star

Caterpillar Costume

  It has been way too long since I've posted! After taking a break over the summer I've been very busy designing and prepping many new clutches and other items to list on my Etsy page before the holidays are upon us. But before I list those I have two adorable Halloween costumes to share!

  I was asked to create a caterpillar costume based on Eric Carle's book The Very Hungry Caterpillar. After looking at many ideas I decided to use felt for mine with a bodysuit for the body and a hat for the caterpillar's head. The original costume was made with a red infant cap that the parents purchased for me, and I added the antenna, eyes and nose. I then purchased extra red felt to create two small felt caps for the two costumes that I've listed for sale on Etsy. 

  I absolutely love this costume! It's sure to be a hit on Halloween. It'd look even cuter as a group costume with a butterfly and some of the caterpillar's favorite foods nearby. 

Get one before they are gone!

Octonaut Rescue Capes

   Every minute used and every dime spent on these rescue capes were more than worth it after watching my nephew and his little friends run around excitedly at his birthday party! I may not be able to design a scuba suit for little ones, but they were more than happy with the 'rescue capes', and hopefully they'll be able to play with these well into the future. 

*Currently I do not have any more of these for sale, however, 

if your little one absolutely needs one send me a message and we'll see what I can do :)

Flower Power Diaper Clutches!

More diaper clutches are now available in Flower Power print! Get it on ETSY.

"Girly" Superhero Capes

 Special request!

Diaper Clutches

   Here come the baby items finally! I love these diaper clutches, as they can be used as a quick bag to grab for shorter errands and outings (no need to lug around the whole diaper bags sometimes), or you can also just use it as a diaper carrier and transfer it among your favorite larger bags and purses. 

Get it on Etsy Here!

Every Baby Needs Stuffies!

   I'm an Auntie again to my brother's new baby girl! And although I'm usually the first to say what a waste of space stuffed animals- or stuffies as I like to call them- can be, I knew that my new little niece needed a bright and colorful stuffy, adorned with a beautiful satin heart. Pretty darn cute if I don't say so myself!

Superhero Capes

   Nothing tickles my fancy more than someone I know requesting me to design and sew a particular item for them. Luckily this was also a very fun project! I made the little guys cape with a big "X", which starts his name, and then made a few extra to sell on Etsy. I couldn't help but use super cool, shiny satins and a big yellow star- how fun?! There's only a few, so grab them before they're gone! 

Special request for Mr. X

Black and Purple Satin

Light Denim with Starry Design

Black and Gold Satins

Dinosaur Tails!

   Dinosaur tails have been in high demand lately and everyone wants them right away! Well, here you go, bright and lively dinosaur tails that are guaranteed to be shipped within two days of ordering through my Etsy page. Get them while they last!

A. Corduroy Brights
Click here to go to Etsy Page

B. Jersey Brights
Etsy Page

C. Shiny Green with Black dots
Etsy Page

D. Shiny and Soft Reptile Print 
Etsy Page

D.

E. Shiny Gold and Blues

E.

F. *Special* Two tails with the first spike design- $2 off each!
Etsy Page

Limited amount of flannel napkin squares available, also ready to ship!
Etsy Page

Busy Weekend Designing New Spikes

  I wasn't too impressed with the way that I designed the spikes for the previous dinosaur tails, which consisted of two layers of felt sewn together. They didn't look bad, but they also didn't look as clean as I'd have liked and plus three separate strips had to be sewn together halfway through a spike to make the most out of the pre-cut dimensions of felt that I purchased. I was able to design new spikes in which I have very little scraps leftover and it seems to be working out well. I also like the alternating colors versus the double-layer from before. The pinning and basting is a bit tedious, but it'll be worth it in the end.

  I have twenty tails almost done right now, but most will be heading off for a party package order. The others I will list on my Etsy page for sale one they are complete!

Dinosaur Tails

ROAR! 

How else would I want to spend 2 days off than making a dozen tails for my soon-to-be 3 year old nephew? Although a bit tedious, these really weren't that tricky to make. I used double soft felt for the spikes (versus stuffed spikes as I saw in a tutorial), and used various fabrics as chose by the prints. I really liked the triangle, jersey fabric for it's spike-like design and bright colors. But not every dinosaur is bright and fun, some are rough and tough, thus the jean with gold reptile print, and the fleece-like green also with a reptile-type print. Each tail has two velcro straps, so hopefully they all fit each child just right. I can't wait to see how the kids like these this weekend at the party! 

I will also be posting this on my Etsy page for purchase, if you are interested in a dinosaur tail for someone you know!

Using the new labels at last!

The Brights

Spiky and Rough

Velcro Waist Straps