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See my three sewing projects in the “Little One-Yard Wonders” book – plus a giveaway!

June 17, 2014 by Kathy

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See my projects in the Little One-Yard Wonders book

Even though I like to dabble in lots of crafts like paper and decoupage and painting, sewing is still my first love.

That’s why I’m so proud to be included as a contributor in the new book “Little One-Yard Wonders – Irresistible Clothes, Toys, and Accessories You Can Make For Babies and Kids.” It’s the third book in the best-selling One Yard Wonders series by Rebecca Yaker and Patricia Hoskins.

Keep reading for a chance to win your own copy of “Little One-Yard Wonders” from Storey Publishing including three of my own kid-inspired sewing projects! PLUS a $25 gift card to Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores to pick out some fabric. Wahoo!

See my projects in the Little One-Yard Wonders book

If you sew, you probably already own one or both of Rebecca and Patricia’s previous books, “One-Yard Wonders” and “Fabric-by-Fabric One-Yard Wonders.” Like the first two books in the series, “Little One-Yard Wonders” is packed with 101 ways to use a yard of fabric to make a special keepsake for the babies and kids in your life!

Look at the range of kid-inspired sewing projects here. The projects in the book are grouped into 13 categories that really cover all the bases: Nursery, Bath Time & Bedtime, Home & Kitchen, Tops, Pants & Skirts, Dresses & Rompers, Accessories, Tactile Play, Dolls & Plushies, Imaginative Play, Games & Hobbies, On the Go, and Moms & Dads. Whether you’re furnishing your nursery, making new clothes for a growing child, or creating a unique gift for a baby shower, you’re going to find a great project to make for the occasion.

I’m thrilled to be included in this book that’s filled with so many clever and fun sewing ideas for babies and kids. Here are my projects — and there are 98 more inside for just about every childhood stage.

Secret Pocket Pillowcase by Kathy Beymer

Kids pillowcase free sewing pattern with secret pocket
Project by Kathy Beymer, Photograph by Julie Toy

This is one of my all-time favorite projects that I’ve ever made, folks, and that’s saying a lot. This sewing pattern is a simple and clever way to add an inset pocket in a pillowcase hem to store nighttime treasures like small flashlights or bedtime friends.

I first made a secret pocket pillowcase for my daughter Elise and she still loves it. She’s currently been rotating through her super hero action figures at bedtime, along with her Buzz Lightyear flashlight. The secret pocket is also nice for storing tissues and lip balm during cold season.

No-Toy-Left-Behind Travel Blanket by Kathy Beymer

No Toy Left Behind Baby and Toddler Travel Blanket sewing pattern @merrimentdesign

(c) Photograph by Julie Toy

This blanket is perfect for travel when you don’t want dropped toys to land on a floor of questionable cleanliness or get left behind. The VELCRO® Brand Snag-Free fasteners hold toys while offering easy access for play. There are also two pockets that close securely using VELCRO® Brand Soft and Flexible Sew-On Tape.

Keep-It-Clean Kitchen Set by Kathy Beymer and Stacey Whittington

Messy Mat sewing pattern @merrimentdesign

(c) Photograph by Julie Toy

I’m teamed up with Stacey Whittington here for a pouch bib and messy mat combo from coated fabric. My non-slip messy mat does dual duty — my kids like to use their oil canvas play mat for Play Doh and coloring.

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You can read more about my book contribution in my ‘Inside Storey’ Feature at Storey Publishing.

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And now for the giveaway! Enter for a chance to win a copy of this awesome book filled with baby and kid sewing ideas and patterns, PLUS a $25 Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores gift card:

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Terms and conditions:
The winner will be randomly selected by Rafflecopter and announced on July 18th, 2014. I will contact the winner and Storey Publishing will ship the package to your US mailing address via USPS. Please note that neither Kathy Beymer nor Merriment Design is responsible for items lost due to shipping or delivery errors.

Giveaway is open to US residents 18 and older only (sorry international readers!) and is void where prohibited. Odds of winning is based on the number of entrants. This giveaway not associated with Facebook; entrants are providing information to Merriment Design and not to Facebook. Good luck!

Filed Under: As Seen In, Baby & Kids, Books, DIY Gift Ideas, Giveaways, Sewing Projects

About Kathy

I'm Kathy, maker of things and Chicago mom who likes simple and clever DIYs that look handmade, not homemade. I like sewing, printables, handmade birthdays, holiday decor and easy cakes. See my work at HGTV, DIY Network, Apartment Therapy, DesignSponge, more. ✂️

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  1. 1

    Julie says

    June 18, 2014 at 9:37 am

    I have been making baby quilts. Thanks for the chance at a great giveaway:)

  2. 2

    laura j says

    June 19, 2014 at 12:02 pm

    I sewed a crib skirt

  3. 3

    Dora says

    June 20, 2014 at 2:40 pm

    Most recently it was baby sleep sacks.

  4. 4

    Kristy says

    June 20, 2014 at 5:08 pm

    Just finished a stuffed dino! 🙂 Thanks for the chance!

  5. 5

    Natalie says

    June 20, 2014 at 5:29 pm

    I handmade my niece’s first Christmas dress. It was red and white with trees!

  6. 6

    Emily says

    June 20, 2014 at 7:38 pm

    I’ve never sewn anything for a kid!

  7. 7

    Jennifer says

    June 20, 2014 at 8:11 pm

    I just made the next size wool soakers for my baby girl!

  8. 8

    Sarah O. says

    June 20, 2014 at 10:42 pm

    I actually just made a maternity jacket for my best friend… does that count?

  9. 9

    Shane R. says

    June 21, 2014 at 2:43 am

    I made a blanket for my friend’s kid.

  10. 10

    Barbara Bradford says

    June 21, 2014 at 6:23 am

    I sewed tons of crib sheets for my first great grandchild, cotton, flannel, so he was covered for the next few years !!

  11. 11

    Cheryl Jacobo says

    June 21, 2014 at 8:19 am

    a baby quilt, it’s been awhile!

  12. 12

    charj says

    June 21, 2014 at 10:36 am

    I’ve never sewn anything for a baby or a kid.

  13. 13

    Lisa Williams says

    June 21, 2014 at 11:01 am

    I’ve only made several baby blankets which I make and donate to my local hospital for the newborns.

  14. 14

    Christine Waddell says

    June 21, 2014 at 11:52 am

    I made ruffle pants for my granddaughters.

  15. 15

    Claire D says

    June 21, 2014 at 12:46 pm

    I have just started to learn to sew so I haven’t sewed anything for my niece or nephew yet. But I’d love to give them something homemade!

  16. 16

    Kellye A says

    June 21, 2014 at 12:50 pm

    I just finished a couple burp cloths about 30 min ago! But since I just had a baby, my sewing list has been long. Custom onesies, car seat canopy, crib quilt, plus a cross stitch for the nursery top the list! Oh, and the stuffed pig from One Yard Wonders: Fabric by Fabric!!

  17. 17

    denise low says

    June 21, 2014 at 4:42 pm

    I made a quilt for my new grandson.

  18. 18

    Laurana H says

    June 21, 2014 at 5:28 pm

    The last thing I sewed for a toddler was a trick-or-treat bag.

  19. 19

    Cassie Hayes says

    June 21, 2014 at 9:09 pm

    The last thing we sewed for my little one year old was a stuffed bear that she picked the fabric for. She picked out so many and they didn’t match at all but that’s what she liked and wanted. She just loves it.

  20. 20

    Sandy McFadden says

    June 22, 2014 at 12:55 am

    I made a dress for my great niece for Christmas.

  21. 21

    M. Marie (Missy) Frye says

    June 22, 2014 at 9:56 am

    I haven’t sewn anything for a child, but my mother crochets baby blankets. The last thing I sewed was a cover for the back of our sofa (our cats love to sleep there) and I used cat themed cloth I purchased from Jo-Ann.

  22. 22

    Helga says

    June 22, 2014 at 6:12 pm

    Nothing, I would give this to my new mommy friend who loves to sew!

  23. 23

    Sharon Shepherd says

    June 22, 2014 at 7:04 pm

    A hat, booties and sweater

  24. 24

    Natalie Brown says

    June 22, 2014 at 11:43 pm

    Hello! The last thing I sewed for a Christmas stocking for my grandson. Fun! Thank-you for the chance in this awesome giveaway!

  25. 25

    Stephanie says

    June 23, 2014 at 10:00 pm

    I sewed my son an ewok hood!

  26. 26

    Chelsea B. says

    June 24, 2014 at 7:24 pm

    Don’t sew myself, but my nana LOVES to! She makes the cutest teddy bears 🙂

  27. 27

    Cindy McElwee says

    June 25, 2014 at 2:35 am

    The last thing I made was for my grand daughter, it was a soft blanket for her crib ♥ w/ matching pillow & skirt

  28. 28

    Anne Marie Carter says

    June 25, 2014 at 10:55 pm

    The last thing that I sewed was a baby bib.

  29. 29

    Joyce Antons says

    June 26, 2014 at 11:02 am

    Last item I made was a wristlett purse for a little friend.

  30. 30

    Emme says

    June 26, 2014 at 9:40 pm

    Whole cloth quilts for co workers babies!

  31. 31

    Cornelia Lambert says

    June 28, 2014 at 1:48 am

    I make quilts for babies – usually smaller quilts that won’t get tied up in stroller wheels. I also make burp cloths for mom/dad 🙂

  32. 32

    Susan says

    June 28, 2014 at 4:50 pm

    Just finished a boys baby quilt with an appliqued train on it. Also matching diaper bag. Thanks for the chance to win a great book!!

  33. 33

    Lea Jensen says

    July 2, 2014 at 7:52 pm

    I can’t wait to see this book. The pillowcase is darling, and I loved the fact that your little girl is bringing all of her superheros to sleepover in a rotation. The last thing I sewed for a child was a set of curtains/drapes to block out the fridged cold winter air from a drafty set of windows. I’m all geared up to sew a curious george quilt next, just need to find some time.

  34. 34

    Terri S says

    July 3, 2014 at 1:48 pm

    I just finished a little sundress.

  35. 35

    Katie Bellamy says

    July 6, 2014 at 11:18 pm

    I’ve never sewed, but I want to try!!

  36. 36

    Carolsue says

    July 7, 2014 at 8:52 pm

    I sewed a little sundress for my daughter.

  37. 37

    richelle bowers says

    July 8, 2014 at 8:59 am

    the last thing was a blanket

  38. 38

    Meredith says

    July 8, 2014 at 9:47 pm

    I’m brand new to the world of sewing, it is something I have always wanted to learn and finally got up the guts to do it!! I made my first item last week, a baby girls pillowcase dress with a coordinating pair of bloomers – can’t wait to try a pincushion threadcatcher next!

  39. 39

    Cori Westphal says

    July 13, 2014 at 12:00 pm

    I’ve never sewn anything for a baby, but I’d love to learn how!

    coriwestphal at msn dot com

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