Do you remember these little cuties?
I came up with the pattern and instructions for the Mousie Heart Bear sometime in September. This softie was in fact the inspiration for my Etsy shop 'Simple Things'. It is very easy to sew even for a beginner and only requires fabric scraps to assemble. Hope you can give it a go!
As part of Give-away Day, I am offering the Mousie Heart Bear eBook for FREE to three (3) lucky readers. All you have to do is leave a comment here. I would appreciate it if you could give me some crafting suggestions as I'd like to try out some new things next year.
I will be using a random number generator to determine the winners. Check back on the 4th to see if you've won! The eBook (which is a PDF document) will be sent promptly via email so you can start making your softie right away. Make this part of your handmade holiday gift list and do join in!
Hope everyone's enjoying this Giveaway day!
Oh I love the pattern, too cute! Count me in :D
ReplyDeleteVery cute. I bought some tea towels today to make a tote and apron. Came in a pack of 4 colour coordinated ones (Christmas colours), can't wait to give them a go.
ReplyDeleteHow cute! My tip is that placemats make great, quick purses!
ReplyDeleteHere's my crafting tip. I use my leftover quilt batting scraps and make quilted handbags with them - even if the pattern doesn't always call for it, it's cheaper than the little paks of fusible or interfacing...I also have chopped up my smaller pieces to include in with polyfil to stuff a pillow or stuffie...
ReplyDeleteI am a handbag freak and am hoping to try your messenger bag tute after I finish all of my Christmas bags!
Those are so cute! Hmmm...a crafting suggestion? There are just so many crafts to try. I would second the idea of trolling for placemats to use for purses, bags, etc. They have so many gorgeous ones out there to choose from!
ReplyDeleteI think that they are absolutely adorable! You are an amazing crafter! I have no suggestions as I am a beginner!
ReplyDeleteI am just about to finish my-like-yours messenger bag. I will send you a photo when that finally happen :)
ReplyDeleteMy crafty suggestion is... sewing a puff (I am not sure about this word...something like this to seat and relax http://tinyurl.com/puff-puff-puff
I have had it in my mind for months but I haven't found the time yet.
I love reading your blog and all the things that you make. I've attempted a few things successfully and am so pleased with the way they've turned out!
ReplyDeleteOh and my thoughts and prayers are with your mum too.
Hi, I love this pattern, and thank you for this giveaway!
ReplyDeleteMy tip is: I use leftover strips of bindings for quilts and make them into potholders: use 1 fabric for the back, then put batting on top, then sew the strips so the batting is covered. Trim and sew on binding with a hanging loop! These make nice presents!
Hi, I hope your lovely rng picks me! I was thinking about what crafts and was thinking maybe some Fabric pirinting or designing? On my list for next year is playing with resin moulds. I am inspired by all that cool jewellery on craftster.
ReplyDeleteI love using scraps to make button magnets and coasters - perhpas you will too!
ReplyDeleteVery adorable.
ReplyDeleteYour on sew momma sew now!
ReplyDeletewanderasiwonder@yahoo.com
Love it, so cute!! count me in!!
ReplyDeleteI'm over from Sew Mama Sew and I'd love to win too!!
ReplyDeleteLove the softie! As far as craft tip, if you have kids, I suggest doing as much prepwork during the day so that you can sew when they nap or sleep!
ReplyDeleteThis is so sweet! I would love to be able to make one of these for my niece. Recently, I have only gotten my crafting ideas from others, so I don't have any suggestions.
ReplyDeleteI love this pattern! I am trying to think of a meaningful tip but I just am having a hard time. I guess my tip would be to add a personal touch to any sewing or cloth gift try hand embroidering a symbol or your initials plus the date its a fun extra touch!
ReplyDeleteLove
Tiff
Count me in! I've got some new babies to gift...
ReplyDeleteThose are adorable!
ReplyDeleteI don't know that I have any tips for someone as crafty as you. :)
Cute bears!! I'm working on lots of ornaments right now-- maybe an ornament version of your bears next year?
ReplyDeleteThese are very cute. I like the cobinations of fabrics you have chosen. Have you considered adding a name to the heart to personalize it?
ReplyDeleteWhat cute little bears! I know my daughters would love to find them under the tree! Thanks for the great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteAs far as crafting suggestions go, I am mostly sewing for kids this year and everyone is getting a set of beanbags this year. Super easy and fun to play with. :)
This is TOOOOO CUTE, I make dolls for ER's and this would be perfect!
ReplyDeleteGlad I found your site!
Very cute! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI love these!!! I have little girls who would just love to have some of these. I hope I win.
ReplyDeleteJulie
Very cute! :)
ReplyDeleteThose are adorable! If I had any crafty ideas, I'd surely share. I'm more on the receiving end of the great ideas, though.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Count me in! Sorry but I have no tips. :(
ReplyDeleteJen :)
those bears are so cute! crochet is my favorite craft at the moment. I highly recommend making a roll to keep all the hooks you will inevitably collect taking on the craft.
ReplyDeleteYour blog is listed at SMS now! Great little bears!
ReplyDeleteI love that little pattern, count me in please.
ReplyDeleteHow lovely! We have a new baby coming in January who would love to cuddle with this!
ReplyDeleteSandy in NJ
Pecsan114@optonline.net
These are very cute my son would love one out of flannel
ReplyDeleteAdorable!!
ReplyDeletesarahburkstein at gmail dot com
Fun, I love new patterns! These are very cute.
ReplyDeleteSuper cute mousie-bear! Please enter me and visit me on etsy: http://twofrenchhens.etsy.com
ReplyDeleteThanks :-)
Adorable!
ReplyDeletePick me, Monty!
I love softies ebooks!!! What a great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteOh so cute. Thanks for the chance.
ReplyDeleteI really like your softie pattern and would love to win. No crafting suggestions. Looks like your doing a pretty good job on your own! thanks for the ideas.
ReplyDeleteThis pattern is adorable!
ReplyDeleteOh what a cute little bear!
ReplyDeleteAnd if you haven't found craftster yet that is my tip. It's an endless amount of inspiration and tutorials. I love the forums!
Oh this is so cute!! This year I am planning on working up some purses and quilts (trying my hardest to make them smaller than king size!!)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win!!
Rachel
athenagwis at hotmail . com
Oh that is so cute! I'd love to make it for my baby.
ReplyDeleteI love this pattern! Your site is one of my favorites!
ReplyDeleteVery cute!
ReplyDeleteso cute! I don't have any suggestions for you at the moment but thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteHi! My crafting tip also uses a dish towel - they make good "bibs" or "smocks" for children when they are painting or crafting. Just fold in half and cut a half circle out of the folded end. Open up and put over head - voila!
ReplyDeleteOoh, so cute!
ReplyDeleteI found you on sew mama sew. :) Cute heart bears. joyousconcepts@gmail.com
ReplyDeleteThese are so lovely...count me in and I am such a beginner crafter...your stuff is just great...keep on keeping on...blessings
ReplyDeleteThese are so cute - will you be making a series of stuffies?
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, those are the cutest! I wish I had some craft tips for you, but I'm just beginning too! I guess my best tip is for you to save the little scraps, because you never know what you can use them for (i.e. Go Green! ;))
ReplyDeleteWow, I'm definitaly adding your blog to the ones I follow, what great ideas you have. I would love to be in the draw :) As for craft suggestions I have been making smockets the last couple of days for christmas presents
ReplyDeleteI'm in as I'd love to have those instructions! Too cute.
ReplyDeleteThey are lovely, i hope I win
ReplyDeleteBec
I would love to win this. Please do count me in. :) Also check out my give-away.
ReplyDeleteadorable..want them for my sweetie..hihi
ReplyDeleteMy son loves all types of little animals and loveys and I would love to make one for him from this cute pattern! Count me in!
ReplyDeleteMy comment got eaten, try again:My Daughters would love this and I would love making one for them. I think making each one out of their old baby clothes would be a nice sentimental touch.
ReplyDeletewhat a cute site you have here! I love your give-away!
ReplyDeletecute pattern! count me in!
ReplyDeletei love these little bears! i would love to see one featuring lilly pulitzer fabric! i'd snap him right up! hope i win one!!
ReplyDeleteomg sooo cute! i'd love to win!!
ReplyDeleteI'd love that pattern! Great giveaway!
ReplyDeleteThank you for this giveaway opportunity! Your heart bears are so cute!
ReplyDeleteYou are making so many beautiful things, I have no idea what else you can make. Sorry!!
ReplyDeleteCraft tip: op shop clothes make great raw materials for bags (built-in pockets and closures).
ReplyDeleteSo very cute! Count me in!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous little pattern! I'd love to be entered!
ReplyDeleteCute mousie heart softies.
ReplyDeleteSo adorable! You're on the Sew, Mama, Sew list now! I've been making beaded snowflakes this year myself, you can see them as part of my giveway! Easy to make! Suzie purrpage3@verizon.net
ReplyDeleteThese are so adorable! I'd love to make one for my daughter, and one for the nephew, and... Thank You for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteHow cute are these little bears. It sort of reminds me of the bear my daughter got when she went to the hosptial! Thanks much!
ReplyDeleteHmmm, don't know what crafty tip to leave-you seem to have things pretty well figured out :)
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win your lovely prize!
ps hope your mum is better soon.
ljs742(at)yahoo.com
Shrinky plastic and soap are my two new adventures next year. Think you are interested?
ReplyDeleteI'd love to win this!
ReplyDeleteHave you ever tried stained glass? It's a lot of fun.
Love all of your tutorials! I am a big fan of keykalou patterns on etsy, if you haven't checked her out yet. Love the bears!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute pattern! I would love to be picked!
ReplyDeleteIf I win you can contact me through my website www.radpots.com
Isn't give away day so much fun!
Cute bears- I'd suggest you try bead weaving- so rewarding and you can see the pattern forming before your eyes so very quickly!
ReplyDeleteWhat cute bears! Please enter me!
ReplyDeleteCrafting suggestions? Hmmm . . . do you ever make any needle books or cases. I have found those very enjoyable to make!
God Bless!
Miss Emily Rose
www.SimplyVintagegirl.com
Oh those little bears are too cute! I'd love to have the ebook so I can give them a try. Please enter me in the drawing.
ReplyDeleteOne tip is that I save every scrap because I can always find something small to use it for, or I give them to my 4 year old daughter, who already has her own little sewing machine! She makes the scraps into little pillows for her dolls and bags for herself.
awww, what a sweet pattern! i would love to stitch up a few mousy bears for gifts!
ReplyDeletecrafting tips... hmmm, do you knit? it is easy to learn and so portable! you can take your projects anywhere with you! :)
xo,
erika
I'd love to make that little bear! Happy holidays!
ReplyDeleteCount me in please!!
ReplyDeleteThose bears are so cute, and would make an adorable topper to a baby or birthday gift. I don't have any good tips off the top of my head except that I always follow the directions for something the first time, and then try to put a unique personal twist of the project after that (to make it more individualistic). Thanks!
ReplyDeletephinnland[at]gmail[com]
Thanks for participating in the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteVery cute!
ReplyDeleteGreat things, thank you!
ReplyDeleteAdorable!! maybe purses & more stuffies.
ReplyDelete=) melanie
http://melaniescrafts.blogspot.com
melanieadey at hotmail dot com
Hi, love to win the pattern. Since you are such an accomplished sewer (based on what's up on your blog) you might want to try some crazy quilting. The book, Crazy Quilting with attitude by Barbara Randle is a great place to start and its a way to use some of those scraps left over from other projects to make fun embellished handbags and home decor items. Also, as a doll maker I would have to suggest any of the doll patterns from one of my favorite designers Patti Medaris Culea's Creative Cloth Doll Faces. Hope you have great crafting into the new year.
ReplyDeleteStuffies are the future! I think you are much better qualified to come up with them than I! I will say that bunnies and owls seem to be the rage. Good luck :)
ReplyDeletehow cute! thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteideas? well, my kids are drawing with fabric markers on white, cotton dish towels and I'm embroidering on top of it so they won't erase as quick.
i love this pattern, thanks for the chance to win it!
ReplyDeletehow about these adorable crochet creatures:
http://whipup.net/2006/10/21/camillas-crochet-creatures/
Love your blog! :) So cute!
ReplyDeleteCount me in!
Adorable!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeletelooks like fun! I'd make time to sew this cutie before Christmas!
ReplyDeleteThese are so cute! I like fabric bookmarks and magnets.
ReplyDeletethese are so cute! I love your blog!
ReplyDeleteYay! Pick me, pick me! I have my hand raised really high! :)
ReplyDeleteGreen Bag Lady Teresa
greenbagladyteresaATgmailDOTcom
www.greenbaglady.org
So cute! Count me in.
ReplyDeleteGreat Giveaway! Nice to meet you! You can see my giveaway here:
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Apryl
Cute softies. I like your site, it is nice to see how generous you are with tutorials. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI love the little mousie bear! My daughter would love for me to make her one.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I would love to make this for my 4 little kiddies!
ReplyDeleteHow cute! My suggestion is that you try felted soaps... they're quick, easy and inexpensive to try so you don't have much invested if you give up on it... and they make great and unique gifts!
ReplyDeleteOh that pattern is adorable, I'd love to win! I don't have any new crafting tips...I search the blogs looking for others' tips all the time! :)
ReplyDeletei love this cool pattern!!
ReplyDeleteLove your blog!! I too am looking to try new things. Have you tried making bags? I just made my first one recently! Very fun! I used AMy Butler's Everything Bag Pattern. Try it...it's not that hard.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win!
cute bears!! i always loved bears!!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute! I would like to enter the drawing. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting a giveaway.
ReplyDeleteMy twin boys LOVE bears right now - this would be perfect - great pattern and thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat pattern. My craft suggestion is to make a quilt. So fun and addictive!
ReplyDeleteHow precious! As a quilter, I feel it my duty to try to spread the craziness of quilting with others - I love it!
ReplyDeleteThose are adorable!
ReplyDeleteSweet softie. I've enjoyed making this craft this year - http://fredashive.blogspot.com/2008/09/cottage-tutorial.html.
ReplyDeleteCute!
ReplyDeleteHere is my tip ... shop thrift stores and garage sales for fun, vintage fabric!
cutey cute cute. Would love to win!
ReplyDeleteWould love to win, too! Enter me, please!
ReplyDeleteCute, Cute, Cute! Glad I found you.
ReplyDeleteHow cute, I wish I had some ideas for you but I can't think of anything to suggest.
ReplyDeleteWow. Your craft stuff is fantastic. I am totally not worthy to give you craft advice, but I'd love a chance to win the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteSo cute!!!! I'd love a chance to win. :)
ReplyDeleteI'd love to sign up for your give away. Thank you for your generosity!
ReplyDeleteSincerely,
Kali
Great giveaway! Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteCute, cute, cute!
ReplyDeleteVery, very cute!! I've been having fun sewing little zipper bags for my friends.
ReplyDeletemy daughter loves soft toys...i've made a few, but i really like your mousie...thanks for the idea. wee wonderfuls has some great soft toy ideas, as well.
ReplyDeletecivengrmom@cox.net
Thanks for taking part in the giveaway during this wonderful holiday season!
ReplyDeleteOh I love this pattern. I hope I win. My twins would love something homemade like this.
ReplyDelete:)
carol
Oh my gosh! These are adorable! Oh I hope I win!
ReplyDeletee-mail: perfectpunkin@yahoo.com
i'm a softie for the softies!!
ReplyDeleteLove these! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHow Cute. Count me in.
ReplyDeleteBillie
Whata cute bear. Thanks for joining give-away day!
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet softie!
ReplyDeleteyay - gotta love a giveaway! I am running my own little one - so lets hope what goes around comes around! But to be honest this is all so much fun seeing other blogs that winning is an extra cherry on the cake!
ReplyDeleteGreat blog, I'm pleased i found you! Thanks for offering your giveaway and the chance. x
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness...thank you. The bears are adorable
ReplyDeleteLove the little bears. Thanks for participating.
ReplyDeleteMousie Heart Bear is super cute! Please count me in for the giveaway
ReplyDeleteThanks for this give-away!
ReplyDeleteI love this pattern it is just right for my young grandkids
ReplyDeletevery cute pattern!!!
ReplyDeleteI've been sewing up tons of Japanese knot bags to hold small gifts. Then, the bag can be used as a small purse after.
ReplyDeleteSuper cute! Thanks for participating.
Amanda
agtobler @ yahoo.com
Thank you for the opportunity to win such a great pattern, my girls and I would have so much fun with this one.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the chance to win your cute pattern!
ReplyDeleteHave a great holiday!
I love this pattern and with two grandkids and and expectant neighbour I have lots of opportunity to try it out.
ReplyDeleteHave a Merry Christmas
very cute little bear/mouse
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry your mom is sick. I lost my father just after Christmas last year. You never really worry about your parents because it seems they've always been there and will continue to do...I'll pray for you and her.
ReplyDeleteOn another note I would love to take part in your giveaway.
Merry Christmas
Kelly O.
skotten@distributel.net
LOVE this! :) Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThese are SO cute. Please include me in your giveaway! thank you!
ReplyDeleteHow cute are they :) Do you knit? It's so addicting, I love to knit!
ReplyDeleteVery cute! Sign me up!
ReplyDeleteVery cute - please count me in.
ReplyDeleteOur town has just placed a charge on all plastic grocery bags to encourage people to use reusable bags. So any type of fabric produce bag or grocery bag that folds up for your purse would be great.
cute, cute, cute. I think the best crafting advice I have is to read the internet. :-o I'm not very creative, but I get such great ideas from the internet and impress all my friends. Sorry, I have nothing else to offer. Thanks for doing the give-away.
ReplyDeletethose little bears are so very cute!! I'm afraid I've got no suggestions to offer as I don't do much sewing!!
ReplyDeleteI love them and I must have one, pick me! Pick me! *smile*
ReplyDeleteAs for projects, I am currently in love with ohfranson's wristlet pattern. Give it a try!
So cute, I would love the pattern.
ReplyDeleteWhat cute patterns! My crafting tip: Make 2 of everything (if they're easy enough). That way you can keep some things on hand for quick gifts - or giveaways!
ReplyDeletesuch a cute pattern! thanks for sharing it with blogland :)
ReplyDeleteThose are adorable! Id love to enter.
ReplyDeleteI'm new to sewing crafts, so I don't have any good suggestions, sorry! I could use some myself!! But those little guys are too cute!!
ReplyDeleteI'd love to try my hand at sewing those cute bears! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHugs & Blessings!
I would love to be in your give away!
ReplyDeleteI would love to make these for my daughter and my neices, I hope I win.
ReplyDeleteLove the pattern! : )
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute pattern, I would love to win one.
ReplyDeleteLove!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the chance to win!
They're adorable!
ReplyDeleteThey are so cute...Even if I dont win, I will try to make them myself!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!
:))
hi, I'm Susan. I'm a returning stay at home mum from manila, philippines. I also have 4 kids; 3 girls and a baby boy. It is my passion to do craftswork but the corporate world took my time away. I also love to give friends gifts which are handmade, "labor of love", for it shows my appreciation of them, but I just don't know how or where to start. your tutorials are just superb! I love your bags,your journal n memo holders, very nice xmas gifts ideas. love your fabric patterns/designs n color; so pretty n pastel. my daughters will surely love them. any suggestion on how to effectively n efficiently start with my journey in the craftsworld?
ReplyDeleteP.S. I will offer a Holy Hour for your mom today (First Friday)
The towels are just lovely. Count me in! Thanks :)
ReplyDeleteI love your holiday ideas - they are great. Might have to pop in to Target and grab some of those tea towels myself!
ReplyDeleteFor a crafty idea, have you tried crochet? It is great fun and the libraries usually have some great books :)
Positive wishes for your mum.
I'd love the pattern. Count me in
ReplyDeletehugs from Italy
Antonella
Wonderful, thanks for the chance!
ReplyDeletedoot65{at}comcast[dot]net
How fun, I'd love to win this! Love your blog!
ReplyDeletecute bear!!! recycle animal stuffed like from kids clothes or another t shirt.
ReplyDeletethanks for the chance!
With my scraps I make doll quilts.
ReplyDeleteI would love to enter :) Unfortunately, I don't have any crafty ideas! I am the opposite of crafty lol :)
ReplyDeleteanastasia[at]mediamafia[dot]org
I just found your blog and love love love that you have a new idea for handmade holidays every day. I'll be checking back here often.
ReplyDeleteI think these are so cute. As a tip I like to use my scraps and piece them together to make bibs.
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