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A Holiday Roundup

December 5, 2018

Check out my roundup of FREE holiday tutorials with perfect gifts for the hostess, to great projects to deck the halls!

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Sewing with Kids: Layla’s big cross stitch pillow

June 4, 2018

Want to sew with your kids, but aren’t sure where to start? Try making this easy, big cross stitch pillow!

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Jo-Anne FlinkJune 4, 2018 - 9:42 am
Beautiful job, ladies! I can’t believe how mature Layla is becoming is such a short time. I really pleased that things are going so well and that you and Layla have this together time. Jo-AnneReplyCancel
- MeredithJune 5, 2018 - 11:39 pm
  Thank you, Jo-Anne. Its a sweet time for us to spend together for sure. The boys are go, go, go all the time, so its great to slow down and share something special between just the two of us!ReplyCancel
Lauren BJune 4, 2018 - 11:14 am
Layla, your pillow turned out amazing! So talented- just like your mom! Lillian and I can’t wait to see you on Facebook today. She loved your pillow and wants to give it a try too!ReplyCancel
- MeredithJune 5, 2018 - 11:40 pm
  Layla was just thrilled to bits to have you in her virtual audience! She said she wants to go back to Selby! Thank you for the encouragement. :)ReplyCancel
IvyJune 4, 2018 - 11:25 am
I love it! Layla did an amazing job! I would like to make a cross-stich pillow, too! Thanks for the inspiration, Layla!ReplyCancel
- MeredithJune 5, 2018 - 11:41 pm
  Thank you, Ivy! You should definitely make a pillow! Its a relaxing and fun way to make a piece with a lot of character and impact. I asked her to make one for me next!ReplyCancel
Hwei-Yi LeeJune 5, 2018 - 12:11 am
Wow, impressive! I love how articulate Layla is about the project too :)ReplyCancel
- MeredithJune 5, 2018 - 11:42 pm
  She is quite the little talker! I expected her to articulate well on paper, but I was genuinely blown away by her video debut on Facebook. I could really get some advice from her on how to stay composed.ReplyCancel
TeriJune 6, 2018 - 12:58 pm
I love this post! That pillow is gorgeous and such an accomplishment for Layla. So far my sons aren’t interested in sewing/stitching so I’m hoping my daughter will be when she gets a little older!ReplyCancel
Charlotte NewlandJune 10, 2018 - 6:49 am
Bless her – that is just lovely!ReplyCancel
- MeredithJune 11, 2018 - 11:19 am
  Thank you, Charlotte! She loves working with her hands. ReplyCancel

Book Report Skirt : a tutorial

August 23, 2017

Use this free tutorial to make a skirt featuring your favorite book in any size. This pattern makes great use of loved fabric scraps!

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I ordered a perfectly adorable boyish selection of prints from DuckaDilly a little while back with a dual purpose; I wanted to use them in Teddy’s sixteen patch quilt (whenever that happens, ahem) and I wanted to use some for decor in his little nook in our room. I like having the children in our...

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Pregnancy Induced Adventures

October 16, 2015

Several years ago, when I was pregnant with Layla the sewing bug bit me. Hard. I got out my sewing machine and, well, I haven’t stopped since. Its been a daily part of my life. Those pregnancy hormones really induce a serious crafty nesting mentality in me. This pregnancy gave me pause on that front...

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JessicaOctober 16, 2015 - 10:51 pm
Oh, pregnancy induced crafting. That’s how I took up quilting and promised to knit my husband a sweater.

Welcome to the rabbit hole of knitting. Have you found Ravelry yet?ReplyCancel
- MeredithOctober 19, 2015 - 12:14 am
  People keep telling me about Ravelry. I’m a little intimidated but I just need to get over there and join in on all the fun I’m told I’m missing! And crafty things are one of the awesome hormonal side effects. Lol. ReplyCancel
  - JessicaOctober 19, 2015 - 12:57 am
    Even if you don’t dive into the forums, the database of patterns and yarns is completely amazing! Though the forums are nice to read during pregnancy and newborn insomnia. There is a group for all kinds of interests!ReplyCancel
MarikaOctober 17, 2015 - 5:58 am
Oh man. I managed to stay away from all the yarn so far but I might have to dig through what I have and see if I can make a hat (or three) ! Because unlike you, we DO have a winter in Québec and the little one coming in January might actually need one :)

They are both gorgeous and I especially love the colors on the one you made for you! So bright and happy :)ReplyCancel
- MeredithOctober 19, 2015 - 12:12 am
  Thank you! I do wish we had legitimate seasons here. I hope we will get to wear these at least a few times. Congratulations on your new addition! ReplyCancel
erinOctober 17, 2015 - 7:26 am
fantastic! knitting hats is one of my favorite crafts. i used that same yarn and pattern from purl soho last year for hats for almost all my family members. they are so cozy!
(i am a tight knitter, too. remember to swatch for gauge – it’s not fun, but it will save time in the end.)ReplyCancel
- MeredithOctober 19, 2015 - 12:11 am
  I never thought of going outside the pattern and testing! I remember all your gorgeous hats. They were so colorful! ReplyCancel
CarlaOctober 17, 2015 - 11:58 am
Hi Meredith! Isn’t it fun? Now you need room for a yarn stash ; )
Your hats look great. Looks like you’re a natural knitter. Your children will all benefit.
The chunky blanket I made yesterday and posted on IG only took two hoursReplyCancel
- MeredithOctober 19, 2015 - 12:10 am
  Two hours?! Wow! I am so excited about this new craft. ReplyCancel

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Welcome to Olivia Jane Handcrafted! I'm Meredith and this is my creative journal. Here you'll find loads of inspiration for a handmade wardrobe, home decor, bags, and quilts. I even have plenty of projects and tutorials to get you started or help you along the way.