Make A Hair Clip Holder using an Art Canvas

July 16, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 6 Comments

Would you like to make a simple Hair Clip Holder? If you’re like me, there’s an over abundance of hair bows and clips in your house! I created this clip holder to organise and store my daughter’s hair accessories. This tutorial is a great beginners project that is quick, simple and requires no stitching or […]

‘My Little Felt Busy Book’ Pattern Review

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

It’s no secret that I love working with felt. So much so, that I’ve even written an article with Tips for Working With Wool Felt! You can see it in the current issue of One Thimble magazine* on page 90. So it should be no surprise that I jumped at the chance to start sewing the […]

The Molly and Mama Pin Cushion Swap

July 9, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 2 Comments

I can hardly believe it, Molly and Mama just turned four! Those four years have flown by. To celebrate this little anniversary, I wanted to do something to get the creative juices flowing. I decided to host the first ever Molly and Mama Pin Cushion Swap! I asked others to join me, and was so […]

Happy 4th Birthday to Molly and Mama – Discounts Apply!

July 1, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama Leave a Comment

It’s hard to believe, but Molly and Mama has been thriving for four years now! And I’m really so thrilled to still be here, and be able to share all the crafty things I love with each and every one of you. As a way of saying thank you for your support, kindness and encouragement, […]

A Strawberry Inspired Pin Cushion Set

June 15, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 3 Comments

I’m hosting a little pin cushion swap via the Molly and Mama Facebook Page. It’s to celebrate the fourth anniversary of my little biz (which is a pretty special time for me!). My lovely contributors have created a range of gorgeous pin cushions that are just amazing. But before I show you what they’ve been up to, I thought I’d […]

The Toffee Tree Pattern Review for One Thimble Issue 7

May 13, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 4 Comments

Welcome to one of the first blog posts in the One Thimble* Issue 7 Blog Tour! Let me just say that the line up of bloggers to review the stunning range of patterns to be found in the next One Thimble edition is nothing short of amazing. I know you’re going to love being introduced […]

TESTING TESTING 1… 2… 3…

May 12, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 5 Comments

Notice anything different? This is my first post on the new Molly and Mama website and I am just so excited! Over the last week Dorothy has helped me make some much needed changes to the site. I just really wanted it to be more user friendly and easier for you to find exactly what […]

We’re all set for Easter!

April 3, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 3 Comments

Whilst I love to do a lot of sewing and craft for Easter, I also really enjoy decorating. Mostly because my kids LOVE it too! They get such a kick out of decorating for all the different holidays. And it’s so lovely seeing their enthusiasm. Here’s some photos of the decorating we’ve been doing at home. […]

Make an Appliqué Bunny for Easter

March 28, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 2 Comments

The Easter count down is on! What are you making, crafting or creating? It seems that my post on How To Appliqué is my most popular tutorial, so I thought you might like to see an Easter inspired project combining appliqué with fabric yo yo’s! Here’s my Appliqué Bunny. I love Liberty fabric. And these […]

Easter Sewing Ideas from Aussie Designers

March 25, 2015 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 1 Comment

It happens to me every year! Easter is upon us and I still haven’t decided what to sew the kids, let alone organise patterns, supplies and materials. So I thought I would put together a quick list of some of my favourite options for sewing this Easter. These Easter Sewing patterns are quick and easy, […]