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Ruffled Brim Toddler Hat
We all know that one of the keys to preventing skin cancer is starting early. Sun bonnets do more than look cute, they protect a child's head, ears and neck from sun damage. Make one to match every outfit!

Fluted Toddler Hat
A simple hat for a boy or girl, with enough brim to protect their ears and neck from the sun. Make one to match every outfit or from novelty prints to make any child smile. Find full directions and a free pattern here.

Soft & Cuddly
A chenille-trimmed quilt and matching pillow are perfect for your child to curl up with at nap time. And when the lights are off, the appliqué stitching glows in the dark!

Ladybug Pajama Bag
Pajama bags are a great way to help a child start the day with a "touch" of being organized and picking up for themselves. Make this cute ladybug to keep the job fun! Make extras to have on hand for gifts! Complete free directions and pattern can be found here!

From Baby Blanket To Toddler Poncho!
Paula Cummings shares a great way to turn an unused baby blanket into a poncho!

Scrunchies
These are a simple project that almost any one can make. A great project to start the kids sewing! Save your scraps from any project and use them to make scrunchies. By following these directions you can mass produce them with no hand sewing!

Sew News Magazine - Book covers to make for everyone
From SEW NEWS December '82/January '83 Issue - Get a jump on the holiday rush with a gift you could make for everyone in a half hour. Full instructions can be found here.

Sew News Magazine - Toys That Teach
Full directions to make three different toys that were developed to introduce your newborn to the sensory world and stimulate visual, auditory and tactile senses.

Sew News Magazine - Teen Scene
Have a party and sew vintage pillowcase skirts.

Sew News Magazine - Kid-smart Sewing Tips
Save time and effort when making children's clothes.

Sew News Magazine - Teen Scene
Complete this patchwork purse in an afternoon.

Hood ScarfUse your fleece scraps to create a hat and scarf in one!

Dressing Up Denim
Dress up plain jeans for a designer look without the designer price tag.

Little Book Transport Sack
Full directions to make a book transport sack for the nightly book brought home by young students.

Insulated Lunch Sack07/21/00
Full directions to create a personalized, ecologically friendly lunch bag.

Dressed Up Kerchief
The latest rage in my area! Save money and assure the quality by making them yourself.

Cutting And Sewing Fake Fur
Fake Fur and it's nap can offer some new sewing challenges. Here you'll find how to avoid a nightmare and have the finished results you want! Following these procedures will prevent a "skinned" fur at you seam lines.

Toy And Doll Making Tips
Tips and pointers to keep in mind when making children's toys and stuffed animals. Links to free toy projects and safety standards.

Baby Blankets!
Here you'll find basic measurements, edge finishing and decorative ideas.

Back To School Sewing!
A seemingly limitless number of places to find free instructions and patterns for all kinds of back to school sewing needs.

Basketball Pillow
Full directions and pattern to make a decorative pillow or toy.

Child's Art Apron
Here's a simple project that will transform your child's art smock into something special.

Child's Fabric Shapes Book!
Make a durable fabric book. Great gift for the special child on your list!

Crib Dust Ruffle
Full on-line directions to make a crib ruffle and create extra storage under the crib.

Grab Ball
Full on-line directions and pattern for a toy any age will love.

Kids Summer Sewing
From toddlers to teens, with projects, economical fabric and machine resources.

Little Book Transport Sack
Full directions to make a transport sack for young student's nightly reading book.

Make An Educational Toy Snake
Directions and diagrams to make a toy which reinforces snapping, buttoning, zipping, lacing and velcro use.

Operation Toy Box - Cloth Craft Bag Project
A Kids Helping Kids Project, close to my heart, to help kids that have been effected by disasters.

Sew Your Own Durable Back Pack
Get ready for back to school by making a back pack that will last. Patterns, notions and tips for making it yourself.

Sewing Children's Summer Clothing
Ideas and directions for special touches to a child's summer wardrobe.

Sleeve Protectors
Make a set for art class and the trunk of your car to prevent those hard to get out stains.

Tips And Tricks For Making Children's Pajamas
Ideas for pajamas, with directions for ribbing.

Tooth Fairy Pillow
Full on-line directions and pattern to make your own tooth shaped pillow.

Towel Baby Bibs
Full on-line directions to make your own baby bibs from towels.

Travel Games
Here's a great project for skill building and fun with the finished project.

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