I’m always looking for simple and easy to sew ‘pin cushion’ projects. Because I really LOVE pin cushions! Being a huge fan of wool felt, I love making anything with this amazing medium. This pear pin cushion was a fun sew. I even added a sweet little birdie pin. ~ UPDATE – 12th July, 2016 ~ In the process […]
‘Afternoon Delight’ Autumn Shoot
I love the cooler weather and the beautiful colours that Autumn brings! And I’m so pleased that it’s almost Winter! Our little corner of the world has some amazing seasonal colour when the weather changes. And if you can choose the right kind of day, nothing rivals the light in an Autumn sunset. With this […]
Make a Fabric Yo Yo or Suffolk Puff
Never made a fabric Yo Yo before? Well let me tell you, nothing could be simpler. These adorable little fabric puffs have been adorning quilts and all manner of sewing projects since the 1930’s. Also known as Suffolk Puffs, they’ve always been a popular way to use up fabric scraps. Being completely hand stitched, they’re […]
‘Muse of the Morning’ Garden Gnome Pattern Review
Today I’m reviewing a gorgeous little gnome pattern from the lovely Chrissy of Muse of the Morning, as part of her Pattern Tour. She has such a fantastic collection of downloadable PDF patterns, that it was difficult to select just one to review. There are clothes, costumes, dolls, softies and more. But we all know how […]
Make an Easy Felt Bunny
Would you like to whip up a super cute, easy, chocolate-free Easter treat? This little felt bunny template and tutorial was originally designed for Issue 10 of Tickle the Imagination Magazine. It’s so simple to stitch. Download the pattern HERE and save it so that you can print it whenever you like. You will need; – a […]
Easter Wishes – the Easter Collection Shoot
To me, Easter has always been one of the most exciting holidays. As a child I would relish the beautiful colours of the season, the sensory delights, the anticipation. Just the thought of that gorgeous Bunny popping into our garden was always enough to keep me up for hours, hoping to catch a glimpse. And […]
Make a Pretty Pin Cushion with a Lucky Four-Leaf Clover
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
I don’t know about you, but I love the traditions of Saint Patrick’s Day. I love the idea of spreading luck and goodwill around. And it’s always fun to create something associated with luck. This little felt four-leaf clover is so easy to make and can be used to adorn anything! It’s a great starter […]
Little Girl’s Bedroom Makeover – Tutorial Series
Welcome to the ‘Little Girl’s Bedroom Makeover’ series! I’ve been writing a selection of tutorials for the lovely Deanna at SewMcCool, and I thought it would be a beautiful idea to share how I’m ‘making over’ my daughter’s bedroom. She’s five going on 21! I have realised that I’ll have a very small window of opportunity […]
Little Girl’s Bedroom Makeover – Tutorial Series
Welcome to the ‘Little Girl’s Bedroom Makeover’ series! I’ve written a selection of tutorials that really fit in well with a bedroom makeover! And I thought I’d share them here in one central location. They’re all very easy and straight forward. They’re also customisable and of course, easily adapted for boy’s bedrooms too! I’ve also been collecting […]
Make a Sweet Heart Appliqué T-Shirt
I LOVE sewing up gorgeous appliquéd t-shirts. They’re so easy to make and look so cute. They also make perfect gifts and are a great scrap-busting project! Here’s a step-by-step guide to sewing this sweet heart appliqué project at home. If you’re after more appliqué tips, be sure to check out this similar post HERE and download […]
Hair Clips and Guinea Pigs – A Photo Shoot with a Difference
What do you get when you combine two adorable baby guinea pigs, some sweet hair accessories and a super talented photographer? Some quirky, and amazing product images! Mel from MiaMia Photography is a dear friend of mine. And someone who really ‘gets’ me. So when I suggested that I wanted to do a unique product […]
Make Easy Christmas Decorations and Cards
I cannot believe that it is only a few days until Christmas! Most of my gifts are purchased or sewn, ready to be wrapped. But we still have to finish some baking and put together our miniature Gingerbread Village. And I’m really looking forward to that! In the last week I have created a few […]
‘Christmas Craft’ Magazine Shoot
I was chatting with Chrissie, a dear friend of mine, about the craziness of Christmas and how we’re putting so much pressure on ourselves to create the ‘perfect’ Christmas. We’re forgetting about the kids and what they want, and instead, we’re ‘balancing’ the Christmas tree so that it looks aesthetically pleasing! We decided it was […]
Make a Simple Scrappy Christmas Cushion Cover
What could I make with some cute Christmas scraps and a sweet applique template? I decided to whip up a ‘Christmassy’ cushion that’s perfect for the beginner. It would make a beautiful addition to any Christmas decor collection or bedroom interior. It uses a mix of appliqué and very basic patchwork. So it’s really quick to make. […]
How To Appliqué – an Introduction to Fabric Appliqué
Appliqué has always been one of my favourite sewing techniques. I love creating new designs for t-shirts, clothing and decor. It may look difficult, but with a few tips and tricks, it’s surprisingly easy to do. And the design opportunities are endless! Here’s my step-by-step guide for fabric appliqué, with a free ‘little deer’ template. I […]
Make these Simple Christmas Crafts with the Kids
Why is it that Christmas always creeps up on me? I have so many wonderful ideas and gorgeous crafts to create every year, and it’s always a mad dash at the last minute to achieve anything! Please tell me I’m not the only one experiencing this! I was chatting with a friend about this common dilemma, and […]
Molly and Mama Makes Pin Cushions
It all started with a pin cushion swap. I joined a Facebook group ( love those, right?) and we all agreed to make a pin cushion and swap it with someone else in the group. I hadn’t really thought about pin cushions before. I had never made one, and had been using the same cheap […]
Well Dressed…
I don’t know about you, but I LOVE looking ‘put together’. And I LOVE my kids being well dressed. I like to think of it as putting your best foot forward, presenting yourself in the best possible light. Is this vanity? I’m interested to hear your thoughts. When I was little, my mum spent much […]
It’s Official!
There’s no hiding it anymore. I am officially a blogger! And although I have absolutely no idea where to start, I couldn’t be happier. Welcome to the Molly and Mama blog! Thanks for being here. Happy making, Lauren x
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