Lots of fun and interesting things are going on here at Abby Glassenberg Design! First, I wanted to share some recently published projects. I have a fun Mama and Baby Chick pattern in the current issue of Quilt-it…Today magazine. It even made the cover! This is a great Easter basket project. I love tucking the…
How to Make Soft Rattle Blocks for Babies: Free Pattern
Whip up a quick and fun gift for your next baby shower with these soft rattle blocks. Each block includes a variety of colors and textures to engage a baby’s senses and you can make them even more interesting by slipping a rattle insert inside. To choose fabrics that will be pleasing together, start with…
Free Sewing Pattern: Sophia the Bunny
This bunny softie is easy to sew and so squishable! She would be an adorable addition to an Easter basket and would also make a great baby gift. You’ll need about an hour to make this project from start to finish. I hope you enjoy this free pattern! To make Sophia the Bunny you’ll need: White…
Gift Guide: Free Softie Tutorials
The holidays are just around the corner. I like to try to make things for at least some of the people on my list. It always feels so good to give handmade. Making things really can help you save money on your holiday shopping, especially if you use a free tutorial and fabrics from your…
Free Pattern: Bird Ornaments for the Holidays
I’m sewing these patchwork bird ornaments as holiday presents for the members of my artist group here in town. These are so sweet and easy to make I thought I’d show you how with this free pattern. Pull together some of your favorite fabric scraps and let’s get started! You’ll need: 4″ embroidery hoop scraps…
Free Pattern for Timeless Treasures: Fox & Blankie Play Set
Come join me on the Timeless Treasures blog today. I’ve created this free pattern for a Fox & Blankie Play Set using Timeless Treasure’s adorable Flannel Foxes and Sketch flannel fabrics. The pattern includes full instructions and a free download to make this baby blankie with ribbon loops. The brown stripe has a pocket that…
Free Plush Pattern: Tiny Kitty
Meow! Tiny Kitty is here to say hello. She fits in a tea cup! Sew her from a single pattern piece. Yep, she’s made from a circle. So simple. Ready to make one? Here we go! Gather your supplies. Faux fur scraps are perfect, but fleece or wool work, too. If you don’t have safety…
How to Make a Fleece Bow Tie
Every boy doll needs a dapper bow tie. In just a few minutes you can turn a few leftover scraps of fleece into an awesome softie accessory (or hairclip…or brooch). Ready? Let’s go! Gather some supplies: all-purpose thread a few pins a pinback or hairclip (if you’re so inclined) one piece of fleece that’s a…
How to Make a Fleece Rose (2 Ways)
Make these pretty roses in minutes with just a little bit of fleece and some thread. Attach them to hairclips or pinbacks for a sweet accessory, or sew them to a doll or softie. These are my two favorite ways to make fleece roses. For each of the two methods you’ll need: scissors a strip…
How To Make a Tiny Felt Bunting
When you make tiny things, you need tiny props for your photo shoots. A colorful bunting adds a cheerful party-like feeling to a photo and it’s an easy prop to make yourself. You’ll need: All-purpose thread Felt scraps in five bright colors (I buy wool-blend felt here) Freezer paper and a pencil OR cardboard and…