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Make a Heart Pocket Banner with Thermoweb

February 5, 2020 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 2 Comments

I’ve really been enjoying designing projects for the Thermoweb blog as part of their Education Designer Team. And this Heart Pocket Banner was lots of fun to create. I’ve always loved decorating for Valentine’s Day and this wall banner for little love notes will match my decor beautifully! You can access the full tutorial using […]

Halloween Felt Pencil Toppers Tutorial

October 2, 2018 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 4 Comments

Hello and welcome to everyone who has found their way here for the Sew a Softie for Halloween blog hop! Back in July I joined Sew A Softie month with my tutorial for Cinnamon Kitty! So what’s Sew A Softie? Trixi from Coloured Buttons founded the initiative to ignite a love of hand sewing in a new […]

Saint Patrick’s Day Crafts

February 27, 2016 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 1 Comment

I have always had a thing for Saint Patrick’s Day. It must be my Irish heritage, and love of all things magical. And who wouldn’t want to surround themselves with lucky charms? This year, I stitched up a fresh version of my Lucky pin cushion. You can make your own with the full tutorial HERE. I’m […]

Lucky Projects for Saint Patrick’s Day

March 14, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama Leave a Comment

There’s a few free tutorials on the Molly and Mama blog for some shamrock inspired craftiness! And with Saint Patrick’s Day not far away, you’ve got just enough time to create one of them (or a few)! You’ll need to make the basic felt four leaf clover and then use it for the clip or pin […]

Make a Lucky Pin Cushion for St Patrick’s Day

March 4, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 14 Comments

I love this Lucky Pin Cushion, because it’s such a pretty way to incorporate four leaf clovers and Saint Patrick’s Day luck into a pretty sewing project. The whole thing is sewn by hand, so it’s a great portable project too. Plus you can never have too many pin cushions. They make the perfect gift! To create […]

Make a Shamrock Clip for St Patrick’s Day

February 24, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 24 Comments

This little project is perfect if you’re looking for a little nod to Saint Patrick’s day. All you need to do is make a felt four leaf clover for luck (or a three leaf shamrock if you prefer), sew a yo yo to sit it on, and add a hair clip to the back. This […]

Create a Love Heart Appliqué for Valentine’s Day

February 10, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama Leave a Comment

Will you be celebrating Valentine’s Day this year? Do you and your family do anything special? I think the day is a lovely little reminder to show your family and friends how much you love them, care for them, and appreciate their presence in your life. And there’s so many simple things you can do to […]

Make a Koala Hair Clip

January 26, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 11 Comments

In honour of our national day, Australia Day, I’ve created a gorgeous little felt koala. My daughter wanted a hair clip to match her ‘Katie Koala‘ appliqué t-shirt. So I whipped up this cute little clip and thought I’d share how I put it together! The finished koala only measures 6cm (or 2.5″) across and […]

Make a Pretty Pin Cushion with a Lucky Four-Leaf Clover

March 5, 2014 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 22 Comments

I have to confess that I’m a little bit addicted to the humble pin cushion! There are just so many ways to make them beautiful! Click HERE to see a few I’ve created in the past. Pop by my Pinterest Pin Cushion Album HERE. And I even have a cute pattern available HERE. Here’s a […]

Make a Felt Four Leaf Clover or Shamrock

March 5, 2014 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 5 Comments

I don’t know about you, but I love the tradition of Saint Patrick’s Day. It must be the Irish Catholic in me! But I also love the idea of spreading luck and goodwill around. And it’s always fun to create something associated with luck. This tutorial is so easy, you can use it to create a […]

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🦜🌼 On the cutting table this week is this su 🦜🌼 On the cutting table this week is this summery fun Australiana collection called Birds & Blooms from @mabletandesigns for @pbsfabrics. It’s described as combining classical botanical illustration styles with a modern, trend-worthy colour palette. And it’s so true! Check with @pbsfabrics for stockists near you. 

I love all of Mable’s designs, this one especially! What should I make? 

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How sweet does Miss Maisie Pin Cushion look sittin How sweet does Miss Maisie Pin Cushion look sitting here on this cute ‘I Spy’ style doll’s quilt?  It’s based on the Rising Sun mini quilt pattern from @blossomheartquilts’ book ‘Mini Masterpieces’. You can see more photos and find links to the book on my latest blog post (there’s a link in my profile). 

Miss Maisie is part of the Miss Molly And Friends Pin Cushion Pattern in my store. Tap the photo for a link. She’s quick to stitch, lots of fun to make and comes with two other friends; Miss Molly and Miss Kitty. 

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Thank you so much for your wonderfully positive re Thank you so much for your wonderfully positive response to my Serious Sewist’s Set. The pattern will be released on Monday, so be sure to sign up to the newsletter to receive a special coupon code to save 20% (there’s a link in my profile). This offer is only available to newsletter subscribers and is my way of thanking you for your support. Sent every fortnight, the short newsletter shares inspirational ideas, patterns, free tutorials, and your makes too! I’d love for you to join me. 

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💗 Have you started the year with some English p 💗 Have you started the year with some English paper piecing? The weekly #sipteaandepp party is continuing with the lovely Larisa from @stitchingnotes and this year I’m making way for the very talented Irina from @nordiccrafter to become the new co-host. Please go and visit the profiles of these clever creatives to learn all about what 2021 holds for #sipteaandepp. The girls have some exciting plans in place and I know you’re going to love it!

This week’s theme is all about Introductions, where you’re encouraged to share a few random facts about yourself. So here’s a little about me. 

🤍 Before starting this wonderful journey into sewing, I was a primary school teacher

🤍My first degree was a bachelor of Behavioural Science / Psychology

🤍 I’ve been crafty for as long as I remember but I also love art, illustration, gardening and baking

🤍 I’m not a traditional tea drinker (which was a little strange as the co-host of #sipteaandepp 😂 

🤍 I’m inspired mostly by colour and nature. I’m drawn to anything muted, delicate, pastel, pretty, dainty and floral. Yet nothing in my home or wardrobe would give you that impression! 

With so many new followers joining me in the new year, I’d love to know more about you. And if you have any questions for me, feel free to ask! Lauren 💗
🌸💚 I’ve had lots of requests for informati 🌸💚 I’ve had lots of requests for information about pattern releases and more. The best way to stay in the loop is to sign up for the fortnightly newsletter. That way you’ll also get the new release discount code. And you’ll even get this embroidery design as a FREE PATTERN! 

It’s just a friendly space where I share previews of my current projects, a tutorial or pattern, and some of your makes for added inspiration. I’d be thrilled to have you join me. I’m also working on the next free pattern, which gives you a taste for what my projects are all about - beginner techniques with beautiful finishes, so everyone can experience sewing success! 

Head to my profile for the sign up link. There’s a new felt freebie coming soon 💗

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Honey bees are so amazing! I really wish I wasn’ Honey bees are so amazing! I really wish I wasn’t allergic. So while we gave my father in law a hive, we keep native Australian stingless bee hives instead. And they are the friendliest little creatures. I love finding sewing inspiration from our garden 🐝💐

This scissor fob is part of the Serious Sewist’s Pin Cushion Set. See my previous posts for more details and head to my profile to sign up to the newsletter to find out when the pattern releases 🥰

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💕Here’s my completed Bee Pin Cushion and Scis 💕Here’s my completed Bee Pin Cushion and Scissor Charm sewn with some of the beautiful florals from the ‘Rose and Violet’s Garden’ collection by @missrosesisterviolet for @rileyblakedesigns. If you’re chasing this pattern, it’s the Serious Sewist’s Pin Cushion which is due for release in the next week! To keep up to date, sign up for the newsletter using the link in my bio, or visit the blog at www.MollyandMama.com.au. Ask for the fabric at your favourite store. It’s available now and is just so pretty! 

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🐝🌸 It’s almost time to show you my first p 🐝🌸 It’s almost time to show you my first project made with some of the ‘Rose and Violet’s Garden’ fabric collection from @missrosesisterviolet and @rileyblakedesigns. These bees were the perfect complement to those pretty florals. 

This pattern is coming soon! Sign up to my newsletter to get all the details. The link is in my profile 💕

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💗🌸 For those who saw my last post and would 💗🌸 For those who saw my last post and would like a preview of the entire collection, this is “Rose and Violet’s Garden” by @missrosesisterviolet for @rileyblakedesigns. Isn’t it dainty and darling? And it’s in such pretty pastel shades. I will have several projects to show you from this range in the coming weeks. It’s pictured here with my favourite embroidery floss from @aurifilthread. 

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