Sewing ■ DIY ■ Interiors

How I Made DIY Bassinet Mattress Covers (Because Spit Happens)

Babies are adorable little bundles of joy… and chaos. One minute, they’re peacefully sleeping, and the next, you’re wondering how something so small can create so many laundry emergencies. That’s why I DIY-ed my own bassinet mattress covers - because store-bought ones cost a fortune, and I had a stash of fabric practically begging to be used.

Alice 6/4/25 Alice 6/4/25

Stitching, Sorting & Slightly Less Hoarding: My Q1 Sewing & DIY Update

A brutally honest look at my Q1 sewing and DIY life: no finished makes, a newly relocated sewing nook, a dangerously organised stash, and enough fabric purchases to warrant a self-imposed ban. Featuring: wardrobe plans, leaky roofs, and a slight obsession with bassinet accessories.

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Sewing for Baby: The MVPs & the Ones Gathering Dust

Sewing for a baby is a labour of love—but not every project turns out to be a winner. Some handmade creations become everyday essentials, while others… well, they gather dust. In this post, I’m rating the baby projects I made while pregnant—the MVPs that pulled their weight and the ones that barely made it out of the drawer.

Alice 23/3/25 Alice 23/3/25

Sewing a Baby Mat—Because Floors Are Hard & Babies Are Squishy

If I had to rank my most-used handmade baby items, this mat would be at the top. Simple in design but an absolute lifesaver, this DIY baby mat is a comfy, washable, and stylish spot for tummy time, playtime, and those rare, blissful moments when my little one actually stays put. But, of course, in true "me-made" fashion, this project involved some trial, error, and a minor battle with foam. Learn from my mistakes and make your own with ease!

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7 Things I Wish I Had Sewn Before Having a Baby

Hindsight is a wonderful thing—especially when you’re holding a wriggly baby in one arm and desperately rummaging through an unstructured bag for your car keys with the other. If I could go back in time, I’d tell pre-baby me to put down the adorable romper pattern and start sewing things that would actually make life easier. A pram bag so I’m not chucking loose items into the abyss? Yes, please. A nappy bag that doesn’t turn into a bottomless pit? Where do I sign up? If you’re expecting (or just love a good sewing project), here are seven things I wish I’d made before my little one arrived—so you can be far more prepared than I was!