Wee Baby Stuff

I have a few pairs of BabyLegs for O & S but I found myself wanting a few more options of color/pattern. While BabyLegs aren't crazy expensive, the $12 adds up fast. I figured since I know how to use a sewing machine, I would put my (limited) skills to the test. Here is a short, easy tutorial for any DIY'ers out there who want to make a pair for their little one: 1. Purchase...

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A couple of days ago I wrote a post about rash guard swimming suits. In addition to spending quite a bit of time searching for a suit for Lena, I also spent several hours trying to find one for myself. As a nursing mom, it's been extremely difficult to find a swimming suit that allows me to nurse my baby, while still providing coverage, support, and style. While searching for swimming suits, I came across...

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I just came across this adorable DIY Alphabet Art on Design Mom. This little masterpiece was by Destri Bufmack of The Mother Huddle. This cute-as-can-be artwork uses very few materials (an alphabet stencil, spray paint, fabric swatches, and a frame), but makes quite a statement. For the complete how-to, including lots of pictures, visit Design Mom.  

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Can't afford that thirty-five dollar A Pea In The Pod nursing sleep top? Nursing clothes can be expensive, but if you're into "doing it yourself" you can save quite a bit of money. All you need is a Hanes Men's V-Neck undershirt and a pair of scissors and you can make yourself a very cheap and comfortable nursing sleep top. This shirt is pretty revealing, so you probably won't want to wear it in public,...

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I've said it before and I'll say it again. One of the best things about having a baby in the house is being able to dress her up any way you choose. And with Halloween coming around, that means parents everywhere have permission to go ALL OUT in the dress-up department. Case in point: This adorable mutant baby costume! Here's what you'll need to make one (no radiation required!): two identical onesies a suitably sized...

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Yup, they're LEATHER! Prudent Baby provides not only the how-to but also a free downloadable pattern as well. The maker used a regular sewing machine to stitch them and suggests using old leather goods from Goodwill to make them. Brilliant!     

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Did you know babies cry more in yellow rooms? And did you know that purple, yes PURPLE, can help calm a colicky baby? Weird but, apparently, true! Young House Love explains all in their color therapy post "Calm? Cranky? Might Be Your Walls...." These color insights don't just apply to wee babes, however. From 0 to 100, color effects the moods of everyone. So, if you want to keep peace and calm your nerves, check...

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TipNut has a GREAT roundup of over 35 crafty how-tos for baby. Organized into categories, choose from 'blankets', 'toys and playthings', 'clothing & accessories', 'diaper clutches, organizers & changing pads', 'burp cloths' and 'on the go'. And as for the DARLING modern booties pictured above, you can find them in the 'clothing & accessories' group, courtesy of Tao of Craft.

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Elsa used an Instructable to make her kids some delightful ink blot t-shirts. She did a few things differently than the original how-to, so to replicate her outcome, you'll want to check out her post as well as the Instructable itself. Here are the materials you'll need to make one: a white or light-colored t-shirt or onesie a piece of corrugated cardboard about the size of your t-shirt t-shirt paint (use black or equally dark color)...

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Shannon form Shannon Makes Stuff, made this adorable baby wrap. Perfect for babies who like to be swaddled snugly. She used 2 coordinating flannel blankets to make it. A few clever cuts and some hemming and that's about it! Follow this jump to see the entire how-to. Via U-Create.

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Tummy a bit touchy? Then you'll want to whip up a batch of Tried & True's Mint-Ginger Preggo Pills to ease the morning sickness blahs. Here are the ingredients:  2/3 c fresh ginger- 1/3 c fresh mint- 2 1/2 c water- 2 c sugar- 2 tbsp corn syrup- package powdered sugar  For the entire tutorial, visit Tried & True.

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Martha's Crafts Department has some great baby shower ideas. This one is particularly noteworthy as it's perfect for little ones' birthday parties too. So simple to make, all you have to do is make cone shapes out of craft paper and attach them to helium-filled balloons. Darling! Via Craftzine.

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The female human has a very limited window of opportunity to wear a sailor dress and wear it well. The BEST time, of course, is when she is a toddler! This oh-so sweet version constructed of breezy seersucker and sporting big buttons comes to us from Happy Together. As for the supplies you'll need to zip one out, here they are: Fabric for the top Striped fabric for waistband, skirt, and pocket, about a yard 6...

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What's fun about babies is you can dress them up in the most ridiculous ways and they don't know any better to wage protests. Take these duck feet socks, which are more adorable than they are ridiculous, for example. Jeny at Knitty.com designed the pattern and, graciously, shares it with the world. (They look like they should have 'squeakers' in the toes! Honk, honk!) Via.

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Mobiles give perfect balance to any wee one's room. We've written about them, given them away, and now we've compiled a collection of DIY mobiles that are certain to complete any budding nursery. Felted Flower Mobile by Holly Neufeld at Create LovesYarn + Felt + Buttons = Mobile Magic Butterfly Mobile at Mimi Bella BooPatterned paper and twigs give way to a nature-inspired mobile. High-Contrast Mobile at IndestructablesBlack and white is good for babies. Flensted...

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Professional photographer Susannah Bothe shares her expertise of photographing wee ones in an EXCELLENT post over at Craftzine. She covers set-up, lighting, composition, camera settings and organization. Follow all her tips and you'll be capturing those precious moments like a pro too!

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Who knew you could make an activity mat using hula hoops? AmberLou, that's who. Her daughter doesn't seem pleased with the outcome, but we sure are! ;) AmberLou shares the entire process with us over at The Paisley Cupcake, including, of course, the materials we'll need to make one. Here's the list to get us started: a hula hoop! approximately one yard of fabric for the mat coordinating fabric for the pole covers, about 1/4...

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Whether the tyke is riding a  three-wheeler or a two-wheeler, this fabric bike basket would be at home on either. The EXCELLENT tutorial comes to us from Noodleheads. Here's our supply list to make one: 2 fat quarters of coordinating prints stiff double side fusible interfacing 5 inch piece of 3/4" wide velcro scrap of medium weight fusible interfacing thread, pins, etc. Pattern piece Follow this link to Noodlehead to get started! Via.

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Forget Beanie Babies, go for Beanie Numbers! Cute and educational, they're a snap to put together, thanks to Sarah's tutorial on The Idea Room. Here're what she used to make them: 10 different scrap pieces of fabric Rice (For younger kiddos, I'd opt for a soft and squishy poly fill.) Funnel Plastic Straw Graph Paper Sharp Scissors To get started, follow this jump to The Idea Room.    

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Isn't it GREAT when kiddo can finally carry her/his own stuff?? That's why you'll love this hooded beach towel backpack. Its maker, The Train to Crazy, tells us we can whip one out in about an hour. Here's what you'll need to make one: 2 beach towels, about 30" x 60" 17" elastic, 1/4" or 3/8" (optional) coordinating thread a rotary cutter and mat, useful but not absolutely necessary Take this jump to The Train...

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