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Valentina Ballerina in the Sew Simple Softies Book

October 6, 2020 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 2 Comments

I’m so thrilled to introduce you to Valentina Ballerina! This sweet mouse softie was stitched up in August 2019 and sent on a journey across the ocean for a super exciting photo shoot! She put on her best smile and was lucky enough to make the cover of the new book, Sewing Simple Softies with […]

Welcome to the 2020 ‘Night Before Christmas Stocking’ Sew Along

July 4, 2020 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 6 Comments

Welcome to the second ‘Night Before Christmas Stocking’ Sew Along and thanks for being here! Back by popular demand, I am once again hosting a sew along event for this cute Christmas stocking with sweet little felt mouse in the pocket. This blog post will tell you everything you need to know. If you’ve ever […]

‘Night Before Christmas Stocking’ Sew Along

November 5, 2019 By Lauren at Molly and Mama 10 Comments

Welcome to the Night Before Christmas Stocking Sew Along! This blog post will tell you everything you need to know about joining my very first event of this kind. I’m really excited because I love this Christmas stocking pattern and the little mouse in the pocket too. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to […]

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šŸ’— Have you started the year with some English p šŸ’— 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. 

šŸ¤ Before starting this wonderful journey into sewing, I was a primary school teacher

šŸ¤My first degree was a bachelor of Behavioural Science / Psychology

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

šŸ¤ I’m not a traditional tea drinker (which was a little strange as the co-host of #sipteaandepp šŸ˜‚ 

šŸ¤ 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 šŸ’—
šŸŒøšŸ’š I’ve had lots of requests for informati šŸŒøšŸ’š 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 šŸ’—

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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 šŸšŸ’

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 🄰

#mollyandmama #felt #woolfelt #feltapplique #appliquebee #feltbee #scissorkeeper #scissorfob #scissorcharm #hexies hexagons #englishpaperpiecing #epp #handstitched #slowsewing #missrosesisterviolet #rileyblakedesigns #iloverileyblake #rileyblake #roseandvioletsgardenfabrics #aurifil #aurifloss #aurifilfloss #embroideryfloss #aurifilartisan #fatquarterbundle #serioussewistspincushion #roseandvioletsgardenfabric
šŸ’•Here’s my completed Bee Pin Cushion and Scis šŸ’•Here’s my completed Bee Pin Cushion and Scissor Charm sewn with some of the beautiful florals from the ā€˜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! 

#mollyandmama #felt #woolfelt #feltapplique #appliquebee #feltbee #scissorkeeper #scissorcharm #hexies hexagons #englishpaperpiecing #epp #handstitched #slowsewing #missrosesisterviolet #rileyblakedesigns #iloverileyblake #rileyblake #roseandvioletsgardenfabrics #aurifil #aurifloss #aurifilfloss #embroideryfloss #aurifilartisan #fatquarterbundle #serioussewistspincushion #roseandvioletsgardenfabric
šŸšŸŒø It’s almost time to show you my first p šŸšŸŒø It’s almost time to show you my first project made with some of the ā€˜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 šŸ’•

#mollyandmama #felt #woolfelt #feltapplique #appliquebee #feltbee #scissorkeeper #scissorcharm #hexies hexagons #englishpaperpiecing #epp #handstitched #slowsewing #missrosesisterviolet #rileyblakedesigns #iloverileyblake #rileyblake #roseandvioletsgardenfabrics  #aurifil #roseandvioletsgardenfabric #aurifloss #aurifilfloss #embroideryfloss #aurifilartisan #fatquarterbundle
šŸ’—šŸŒø For those who saw my last post and would šŸ’—šŸŒø For those who saw my last post and would like a preview of the entire collection, this is ā€œRose and Violet’s Gardenā€ 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. 

#mollyandmama #missrosesisterviolet #rileyblakedesigns #iloverileyblake #rileyblake #roseandvioletsgardenfabrics #aurifil #aurifloss #aurifilfloss #embroideryfloss #fatquarterbundle #roseandvioletsgardenfabric
šŸŒøšŸ¤ Here’s a little preview into my first m šŸŒøšŸ¤ Here’s a little preview into my first make for 2021! These beautiful floral and spot prints are part of @missrosesisterviolet’s new fabric collection with @rileyblakedesigns called ā€˜Rose and Violet’s Garden’. These dreamy pastels will be turning into the sweetest project. And there’s more fabric to show you too! Stay tuned šŸŒøšŸ¤ 

#mollyandmama #missrosesisterviolet #rileyblakedesigns #iloverileyblake #rileyblake #roseandvioletsgardenfabric #roseandvioletsgardenfabrics #aurifil #aurifloss #aurifilfloss #embroideryfloss #fatquarterbundle
Looking back on the year that was, is a great way Looking back on the year that was, is a great way to think about what I want 2021 to look like. Here are some of my most popular images from the past year and embroidery seems to be a common theme in all of them. Would you like to see more designs like this in the coming months? 

I'd love to hear your thoughts about patterns and projects you'd like me to design, or techniques you'd like to learn, revisit, or practice. 

#mollyandmama #mollyandmamapatterns #bestnine2020
How has your first day of the year been? My mornin How has your first day of the year been? My morning was spent getting organised. I’m such a planner fan and this was the best way to get all my ideas down on paper for the coming year.  I’m so excited about what is in store! I hope you’re having a fabulous day 🄳

#mollyandmama #awesomemarketingplanner @thegirlsmeanbiz
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