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My Make From ‘Mini Masterpieces’

January 9, 2021 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 2 Comments

Alyce from Blossom Heart Quilts released her first book ‘Mini Masterpieces*’ last year. It’s designed as a workbook which takes you through 12 essential blocks and the techniques needed to sew them. You can try the techniques as you create the corresponding mini quilt designed for each block. It’s described as “a quilting master class. […]

‘Home Sweet Home Sewing’ Book Tour

November 3, 2020 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 4 Comments

Welcome to the book tour for Helen Philipps’ new book ‘Home Sweet Home Sewing’*. Helen has produced a beautiful array of crafty books throughout her career, but this is the first with Tuva Publishing (who also published my own book*). I was so honoured when Helen invited me to join the book tour and also […]

‘Zakka Wool Appliqué’ Book Tour

July 7, 2020 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 3 Comments

Welcome to the Zakka Wool Applique* Book Tour! If you’re new to Molly and Mama, I’m so thrilled to have you here! When you’ve finished reading about this beautiful new book, I’d be honoured if you spent some time to look around the blog. Enjoy x I’m so thrilled to be kicking off the book tour for my […]

‘Patchwork Gifts’ Book Tour

March 13, 2020 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 2 Comments

Welcome to the Patchwork Gifts* Book Tour! If you’re new to Molly and Mama, I’m so thrilled to have you here! When you’ve finished reading about this beautiful new book, I’d be honoured if you spent some time to look around the blog. Enjoy x Book tours are one of my favourite ways of connecting with […]

‘Perfectly Pretty Patchwork’ Book Tour

January 14, 2020 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 2 Comments

Welcome to the Perfectly Pretty Patchwork* Book Tour! If you’re new to Molly and Mama, I’m so thrilled to have you here! When you’ve finished reading about this beautiful new book, I’d be honoured if you spent some time to look around the blog. Enjoy x When Kristyne of Pretty By Hand fame asked if […]

50 Fat Quarter Toys Book

November 6, 2019 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 4 Comments

Back in January I finished two cute little projects to be included in a collaborative book titled 50 Fat Quarter Toys*. It was such a thrill when editor Ame Verso asked me to be involved. In the book’s pages you’ll find “a celebration of handmade toys, featuring fabulous stuffed animals, handmade baby gifts, Christmas makes […]

Spring Sewing Projects

October 7, 2019 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 3 Comments

We’ve nearly finished our two week Spring holiday and it’s been a lovely, relaxing break. I’ve had some quiet time to try new projects and get stitching. It’s always nice to take time out for something different. Ali from Arabesque Scissors sent me her Mini Cathedral Pinnie pattern to try and it was wonderful to […]

Text It! Blog Hop and Book Review

March 15, 2019 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 30 Comments

Sherri from Rebecca Mae Designs has just released her first book Text It!: Quilts and Pillows with Something to Say and I am thrilled to be joining her Blog Hop! If you’ve found your way here as part of the tour, welcome! It’s lovely to have you. ‘Text It’ contains 10 different quilty projects that […]

Blog Tour for the ‘Learn How to English Paper Piece’ Book

February 7, 2019 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 3 Comments

Hello and welcome! It’s so lovely to have you here. If you’re new to my little creative space, take some time to have a look around. You’ll find sewing patterns, tutorials, other reviews and much more. I’m a lover of all things delicate and dainty, made with pretty details and gorgeous fabrics. I adore working […]

Quilt Big – Blog Tour

February 4, 2019 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 9 Comments

Welcome to my little blog, Molly and Mama. If it’s your first time visiting, I’m so pleased to share my little creative home with you. There’s lots of tutorials, projects, reviews and ponderings about all things quilting, embroidery, wool felt and more. It’s great to have you here. Today is my stop on the Quilt […]

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🐝🌸 You’ve seen my pretty floral Serious Se 🐝🌸 You’ve seen my pretty floral Serious Sewist’s Set, but here’s a sweet Liberty Wiltshire version. I love @libertyfabrics tana lawn, especially when it’s paired with linen.

Find out more about this new pattern in the listing details. Tap the photo or head to the shop link in my profile. 

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I’m loving @mabletandesigns new collection ‘B I’m loving @mabletandesigns  new collection ‘Birds & Blooms’ for @pbsfabrics. And hand quilting with @aurifilthread embroidery floss is a dream! Can you guess which of my patterns this will become? 

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🐝🤍 It’s here! Thank you so much to those w 🐝🤍 It’s here! Thank you so much to those who have already purchased the Serious Sewist’s pin cushion and scissor charm pattern set. Tap the photo for a direct link, or head to my profile. 

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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 wonderfu 🪡✂️💗 Thank you so much for your wonderfully positive response to my Serious Sewist’s Set. The pattern is now live! Visit the link in my profile to head to the store 🐝💕.

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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. Find it in the store or tap the photo for a direct link 🥰

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