Sewing pleats can be tricky if you've never done it before, as well as if you are relatively new to using a sewing machine. This sewing tutorial shows how to sew face mask pleats - without breaking sewing machine needles. It also includes a quick step by step to photo tutorial to simplify mask making for visual learners. Find more sewing tutorials. The internet is … [Read more...] about How to Sew Face Mask Pleats and Other Tips for DIY Face Masks
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Easy Sew DIY Knight Costume with a No-Sew Knight Costume Option!
This year my 10-year-old and 11-year-old kids are both dressing up as knights. I sewed their knight costumes to create their exact specifications. Don't sew? Scroll down to the end of the post for instructions on how to make a no-sew DIY knight costume alternative. You might also enjoy this tutorial on how to make a king costume. Easy-Sew Knight Costume … [Read more...] about Easy Sew DIY Knight Costume with a No-Sew Knight Costume Option!
DIY Weighted Blanket
Weighted blankets are everywhere these days, but when I first created my weighted blanket sewing tutorial they were just beginning to catch on. By request, I've put together a DIY weighted blanket landing page. This post is your spot to find all of my favorite weighted blanket resources in one spot. I recommend starting with my weighted blanket sewing tutorial. What is a … [Read more...] about DIY Weighted Blanket
DIY Cardboard Play Shop
This DIY Cardboard play shop has everything kids need to play store in a pretend marketplace! Easy to make with a simple cardboard box! Inspire Pretend Play with a DIY Cardboard Play Shop This summer, my kids are all about cardboard crafting! I think this is fantastic! Cardboard makes a fantastic FREE crafting material for all ages! I've made a lot of stuff out … [Read more...] about DIY Cardboard Play Shop
Weighted Blanket Weight: How Much Should a Weighted Blanket Weigh?
Weighted blanket weight matters whether the blanket is for adults or children. Learn how to find the right sensory blanket weight for you. Learn all about making DIY weighted blankets. What Makes Weighted Blankets Heavy? Poly pellets are the most commonly used filling for weighted blankets, but glass beads and aquarium gravel are common substitutes. Click here to … [Read more...] about Weighted Blanket Weight: How Much Should a Weighted Blanket Weigh?