Sock monkeys have a special place in my heart and these super ones are no exception!
You’ll need:
- Socks
- Stuffing
- Buttons
- Felt
- Matching threads
Category: Sewing
Jeans Mending Method
Find thread that matches your jeans for this method.
You’ll need: holey jeans, iron on interfacing, thread, sewing machine.
Felt “Paper” Dolls
Make a set of these for the little people in your life – ‘sew’ fun!
felt
1 sheet of white for dresses, collars, cuffs and underwear
1 sheet of white for undershirts. You will only need a small fraction of this.
1 sheet of brown for hair (or other hair color). You will only need a fraction of this.
1/4 yard white wool blend fabric for bodies
fabric for dresses
Rit Dye in Lemon yellow and pink
matching thread
pattern (optional; you can draw your own). I did not purchase the pattern, but instead adapted the pattern from this doll from the same blog.
Fray check for edges
embroidery thread
dark brown for eyes
pink for mouth
other colors for flowers, leaves, and buttons on dresse
Embroidered Leaves
Did you know you could embroider magnolia leaves? The pliable texture is a perfect surface to decorate! Use these pics to inspire you.
See more pics HERE
Up-cycle Sweater to Slippers
You know that favorite sweater with the stretched out arms – or the big hole in the shoulder? Upcycle it into your new favorite slippers!
Do It And How 