Fabric + Vintage Trimmings! [oh yeah, another giveaway!]

I hope you’ve checked out the fabulous 24 yards of fabric that we’re giving away here. Part of me wishes I wasn’t involved so I could win all that loveliness. ;)

Giving away fabric makes me giddy. So much so that I couldn’t stop.

So I’ve got MORE lovelies to give away today, from my personal stash!One and a half yards of this super fun laser cut blue knit fabric and these vintage goodies!
Chevron detail!
Plus some vintage lace trim and vintage blue buttons.

Want to win? Just leave a comment telling me what you’d make. If you want another entry, follow me on facebook or twitter or pinterest. Then leave a comment telling me that you do [one comment for each] and you’ll get an even better chance to win!

Good luck! And don’t forget about all the fabric you could win here too…

Giveaway is open to everyone and closes May 10 at 5 p.m. PST

Match the fabric to the blogger: a giveaway!

One thing I love about reading sewing blogs is that I get to see so many different aMAYzing fabrics in each post. I get so inspired, seeing how a someone else has used a fabric, often times in a way I wouldn’t have thought to use it.

And then my fabric wish list grows longer…

You’ve been there, right?!

If so, today is your lucky day! Eighteen sewing bloggers picked out a yard (or two!) of a fabric from their stash and we’re giving them ALL away today to one lucky winner!

To win this awesome stash of fabric goodness, just match the fabric swatch to the blogger (hint- most of us have used the fabric we chose in a recent project, so our recent posts are your fast track to fabric matching success). The first person to correctly match all of the swatches will receive ALL of the fabric shown!

A- 1.5 yards, Mini Dot in Sunspray by Lotta Jansdotter, B- 1 yard, Paradise Garden in Periwinkle by Amy Butler, C- Florescent Pink & Gray Striped Jersey Knit, D- 1/2 yard Heirloom Tile Flourish in Garnet and 1/2 yard Heirloom Opal in Fuchsia both by Joel Dewberry, E- 1 yard, Houndstooth in black by Michael Miller, F- Pink/Orange Stripe knit, G- 1 yard, Orange and Light Heather Gray Stripe Cotton Jersey Knit, H- 1 yard, Light pink linen, I- 1 yard, Mustard and Ivory Stripe by Girl Charlee, J- 1 yard, Rally Cream/Grass by Dan Stiles, K- 1 yard Riley Blake Ombre Dots in Aqua, 1 yard Target Polka Dot Sheet Fabric, 1 yard Lizzy House Pearl Bracelet in Persimmon and Michael Miller Happy Tones Charm Pack, L- 1 yard, Remix Triangles B/W by Ann Kelle, M- 1 Yard, Novella Rain Rayon in Aqua by Valori Wells, 1 yard, Lush Running Stitch in Purple by Patty Young, and 1 yard, Porcelain Tile Garden Wall in Olive, M- 1 yard, Mustard cotton sateen, O- 1 yard, Summer Totem in Grapefruit by Anna Maria Horner, P- 1 yard, Black and white chevron, Q- 1 yard, Parenthetical in Berry by Anna Maria Horner, R- 2 yards (1 yard each), ABC 123 by American Jane for Moda

Here is the list of bloggers (just in case you have a little research to do)-

Boy, Oh Boy, Oh Boy crafts

The Cottage Mama

crafterhours

Craftiness is not Optional

delia creates

girl. inspired.

icandy handmade

If only they would nap…

imagine gnats

kojodesigns

Melly Sews

Nap Time Crafters

See Kate Sew

Sew Country Chick

The Sewing Rabbit

sewVery

Sumo’s Sweet Stuff

The Train to Crazy

And just to sweeten the pot a little, every reader who submits a guess will be entered in a fabulous pattern bundle giveaway. The prize- The Sugarplum Top + Dress pattern by See Kate Sew, The Surfer Slacks Lounge Pant pattern by See Kate Sew, The Casual Lady Top and Dress pattern by Go To Patterns, Two “Winner’s Choice” patterns by Blank Slate Patterns, Pattern 5 Pack (“Winner’s Choice”) by Peek-a-boo Pattern Shop, Riding Pants pattern by the Sewing Rabbit, the Roly Poly pattern by imagine gnats, and the Ruby Ruffle dress pattern by The Cottage Mama! WOW!

Good luck!

*Giveaway ends at midnight MST on Friday, May 10, US residents only.

[i also have another giveaway

The Sew Fab e-Pattern Sale is coming to an end!

There’s just a little bit of time left in the Sew Fab e-Pattern Sale! Did you get yours yet? I still can’t believe these designers put together this awesome deal – 18 patterns for less than $25 is such a steal!

There are so many patterns that I can’t wait to try. The Commuter Cowl is the only one that I have sewn already. I made my sister one for Christmas [and, being the last minute sewist that I am, ran out of time to take any pictures]. It was such a quick and easy sew – and I just love how it looks. I have the perfect fabric picked out to make one for myself!

[picture courtesy of luvinthemommyhood]

All you boy-mamas out there should be super psyched about the Banyan shorts/pants/tee pattern from Figgy’s Patterns. [this pattern alone costs $18.95 by the way] The pants have such a unique fit to them – and all my boys’ pants have serious holes in the knees.

[picture courtesy of Figgy's Patterns]

And seriously, how lovely and adorable are these Sidekick Suitcases? Perfect for summer vacation!

[picture courtesy of Sew Fearless]

And a maxi dress for Mama? Yes, please! This would be perfect pre- and post-baby. It looks like it would hide all the *ahem* flabbiness that also comes with a baby. I definitely do not sew enough for myself.

[picture courtesy of Seamingly Smitten]

This doesn’t even include the five dress patterns all you girl-mamas would love. I have a few niecies who could be lucky enough to get some new dresses… ;)

Okay for real, why haven’t you gotten the e-pattern bundle yet? I’m having such a hard time figuring out which one to sew first.

[don't forget, the sale ends the 11th!]

And did you enter the giveaway yet? [or maybe don't, so I can win?? kidding...kidding...]

Click here to enter the Rafflecopter Giveaway.

Boys Will be Boys: Giveaway winners!!

Okay, today might be my favorite day of the series. Because I get to make some lucky winners very happy! Yay! Thanks to everyone who entered, and HUGE thanks to our sponsors!

See Kate Sew

 Fancie Fannies

IHEARTbricks

MinneBites

 Buildeez

Sew Chatty

Fabric Fairy

And now, the winners, chosen by random.org!

The winner of the elephant softie from Sew Chatty is…

Alexandra [who said this would be perfect for her sister who's pregnant with her fourth nephew! yay for four boys!]

The winner of see kate sew’s softie patterns is…

Kristin

And the winner of a $25 gift certificate to The Fabric Fairy…

Amanda Estroff!

Winners have been contacted via email – so check your spam if it’s not in your inbox! Thanks everyone for entering. :)

Happy sewing!

Boys Will Be Boys: Name Bean Bags Tutorial and a GIVEAWAY! [giveaway is now closed]

My three-year-old is really into letters right now, so we’re working on recognizing his name. Yep, that’s the teacher in me… giving my kids educational toys for Christmas.

Click here to see all the posts in this series.

And I know that the nerdy, educational parent part of you wants to help your littles learn their letters too!

Supplies:

• Three coordinating fabrics
• Chalk or water soluble marker
• Sewing machine
• Scissors
• Coordinating thread
• Needle
• Scissors
• Fray Check
• Beans, rice, or poly-fil to stuff

1. Cut three squares of your fabric for each bean bag [only two squares are shown... obviously]. The size you cut will depend on how big you want the bean bags to be. Mine were cut about 5in x 5in.

2. On one of the three fabrics, draw out your letters, using either chalk or water soluble marker.

3. Carefully cut the letters out.

4. Put one of the coordinating fabrics behind the letter cut out and pin the fabrics together.

5. Straight stitch very carefully around the letter. Using a thread that doesn’t coordinate will make more of an impact and make the letter stand out a little more [in other words, it's way more fun]. But if you are worried about your sewing mistakes showing, use a coordinating thread color that will blend in.

6. Put the three fabrics together, right sides together. Zig-zag stitch around all four sides, leaving an opening to turn the fabrics right side out.

7. Cut around all four sides with pinking shears to stop the fabric from fraying.

8. Turn right side out.

9. Stuff with beans, rice, or poly-fil [the poly-fil makes it more of a pillow than a bean bag... but pillows thrown across the room are much less dangerous in a house full of boys]. Hand-stitch closed.

10. If you’re using a fabric that will fray, apply Fray Check to the cut edges of the letters. [Fabrics like knit or fleece will not fray, however, and you wouldn't need to use it]

Now you have a fun way for your boys to learn their letters and recognize their name!

I’m super excited about today’s giveaway. Elizabeth from Sew Chatty is giving away this aDORable elephant softie! [this giveaway is now closed]

Seriously, SO cute. To enter the giveaway, all you need to do is leave a comment telling me who you would get this little lovey. That’s it!

If you want an additional entry, like Sew Chatty on Facebook and leave another comment to let me know. The giveaway will be open until Sunday.

Now don’t forget to head over to Boy, Oh Boy, Oh Boy to see the awesome tutorial Stacey has today. I know my boys will LOVE this one.

P.S. The Fabric Fairy giveaway closes tonight and the See Kate Sew pattern giveaway is open through tomorrow!

Boys Will Be Boys: Fabric Dominoes Matching Game and a Pattern Giveaway! [this giveaway is now closed]

Welcome back to Boys Will Be Boys, so Handmake Their Toys!

Click on the image to see all the posts for this series!

Today I have a tutorial for a  game that even the youngest boys can play. Bonus, it’s a game that doesn’t make any noise. [not that I can promise anything about your kiddos...]

Supplies:

• Two different materials – something sturdier than quilter’s cotton is preferable [or you will want to add interfacing]
• Felt
• Hot glue gun [or craft glue - but hot glue will hold better]
• Sewing machine
• Coordinating thread
• Scissors

1. Cut the two different fabrics into approximately 4in x 7in pieces. Each domino will use two pieces, so you’ll need to cut double the number of rectangles as dominoes you want to make.

2. Cut felt shapes – you’ll want at least three of each shape. The more matches you have, though, the more fun the game will be. And the more time your little one can spend playing it. Then, using either hot glue or craft glue [hot glue would hold better], attach the shapes to your fabric.

3. Put the fabric pieces right sides together, then zig-zag stitch around three sides.

4. Clip the corners and turn the pieces right side out.

5. Fold the unfinished edges under and press. Use a pin to hold in place.

6. Top-stitch around the edge of the dominoes.

And now you have a game that your boys can play over and over, matching the shapes together. Or using their imaginations to create their own rules!

And today, we have another awesome giveaway. Kate from See Kate Sew is giving away a bundle of her three softie patterns — so you can make your kiddos an owl, a hedgehog, and a dinosaur! [this giveaway is now closed]

What little boy [or even girl!] wouldn’t love those adorable creatures added to their collection?

To enter, simply leave a comment telling me what animal softie you think the little one in your life would like the best.

For additional entries:

• Like See Kate Sew on Facebook
• Like If Only They Would Nap on facebook
• Like Boy, Oh Boy, Oh Boy on facebook
• Follow If Only They Would Nap on twitter or pinterest
• Follow Boy, Oh Boy, Oh Boy on twitter or pinterest
• Follow See Kate Sew on twitter or pinterest

Leave a comment for any of these extra entries for them to count. The giveaway will be open through Saturday.

Now hop over to Boy, Oh Boy, Oh Boy and check out her awesome Pokemon card pouch.

Winners!

Winners for the giveaway have been chosen!

Thanks so much to everyone who entered! Seriously, it’s super fun to give things away. Love it.

The winner of the owl onesie, chosen by random.org is…. [drum roll please]

Susan L!
Congrats, Susan!
Please send me your address and I will send out your new onesie.
[email ifonlytheywouldnap@gmail.com]

And the winner of the Valentine Legwarmers, [or arm warmers if you have an older child!] chosen by random.org, is…..

Debbie M!
Congrats, Debbie!
Please send me your address and I will send out your new leg warmers.
[email ifonlytheywouldnap@gmail.com]

Thanks again everyone who entered. Super fun. We just might have to do more of these… :)

I’ve got a big day of extended family fun ahead of me today! Hope you all have a wonderful day. :)

Pillows!! {and a Giveaway!}

I have been making pillows like crazy.  Something about the weather, I think.  Nothing like the cold of a Wisconsin fall to make me want to cozy up on the couch with a felted wool pillow.

vintage sheet + felted wool = love on a pillow
{find this one in my etsy shop!}

i love birds. and grey. and pillows… seriously.
{this one’s in the shop too!}

stripes and owls? can’t go wrong, if you ask me.
{yes, this is listed in my shop also!}

But wait… here’s one that’s not in my shop.  It’s ready to ship for the winner of this super awesome giveaway!

My lovely friend Courtney from Simple City Life is taking part in a HUGE giveaway blog hop called 12 Days of Gifts Galore.  She’s giving away this amazing package of handmade goodies, including this very pillow! [And she's linked up with all the other blogs that are giving away amazing things as well... seriously, you need to go take a look!]

So, make sure you head over to enter the giveaway soon! [it ends December 6th]

**And just for fun, here’s a code for free shipping in my shop – good through tomorrow!**

FORFUN

A Giveaway!

Head on over to Shwin&Shwin today!  They are featuring my new shop and giving away one of my coffee cozies.  Go enter and win one!  And check out their blog, because you could most definitely get lost on their blog for hours.  Not that I would ever spend hours looking at sewing blogs…. [ahem]