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making handmadeclothes & projects for

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for natureconnection,we use only one

golden rule:notice everything.

EVAN MCGOWN,

Coyotes Guide toConnecting with Nature


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FABRIC + MATERIALS

All fabrics should be atleast 42" (106.5 cm) wide

58yd (57 cm) medium- to

heavy-weight cotton forlining and trim (Main;shown: circle and ladybug

print)

58yd (57 cm) medium- to

heavy-weight cotton forshell (Contrast; shown:

brown)

Coordinating sewingthread

Swedish tracing paper orother pattern paper

1 extra large eyelet(716" [1.1 cm]) and eyeletinstallation tool (can usu-ally be bought together

as a kit; see Notes)

3" (7.5 cm) length of

" (1.3 cm) wide coordi-nating grosgrain ribbon

TOOLS

Scavenger HuntBag pattern

5" (13.5 cm) length of

(2 cm) wide Velcro(recommended: adhe-sive-backed Velcro)

Hammer for applyingeyelet

caEngE hunt bag

Every budding naturalist needs proper geara sun hat, perhaps a pair of child-sized binoculars, and a

bag in which to gather specimens from the field for observation and display on the family nature table. TheNaturalists Scavenger Hunt Bag provides a comfortable, child-friendly way to store found objects, as it is

fastener-free and adjustable. Attach a set of scavenger hunt cards to the grommet on the strap and fill up

the pocket with mini clothespins. Once the child finds one of the objects in his set, show him how to mark it

as found with a mini clothespin.


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FABRIC + MATERIALS

All fabrics should be atleast 56" (142 cm) wide

1 yd (1.6 m) woven cot-ton, silk, or silk/hemp

blend fabric for shell

1 yd (1.6 m) woven cot-ton, silk, or silk/hempblend for lining (Contrast)

Coordinating sewing

thread

Swedish tracing paper orother pattern paper

Tin elastic cord or nometal hair elastic cut in

half

Large button (shown:round wooden)

TOOLS

Play Cape pattern

NOTES

" (1.3 cm) seam allow-ances are used unless

otherwise noted.

Remember to wash, dry,

and press fabrics beforebeginning.

reversilepay capEDonning the Play Cape, a child transforms into Little Red Riding Hood, a member of the

royal court, or a butterfly. The limits for its uses are only in the imagination of the child.

Because its reversible, its even more versatile in a childs play. The elastic loop-and-

button closure makes it easy to put on and take off, even for very young children. Hang it

from a peg on the wall for effortless storage.


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Bring joy, creativity & learningto your sewing with fabulouskid-friendly projectsMeg McElwee puts her signature sewing style into gorgeous childrens clothes andcreative activity-focused designs. From simple clothing to toys, Growing Up SewLiberated is packed with innovative, playful sewing patterns. Follow the structure ofa childs day with projects including:

Getting up and getting dressed: comfortable clothing patterns such as-shirts, sweatshirts, and pocket pants.

Homemaking and bread-sharing: projects for engaging children in cleaning,laundry, helping, and for in the kitchen, such as aprons, bibs, and placements.

Playtime: indoor and outdoor activities are celebrated with dolls, a cape, a

satchel, and a tent.

Bedtime: snuggle in for a night in cozy pjs and a sleep sack.

Meg adds in suggestions for projects and adventures for kids and adults to exploretogether and tasks that children can accomplish on their own.

Including a techniques section, how-to photos, extra tips and tricks, and a bonusfull-size pattern section, Growing Up Sew Liberated collects designs, activities, andideas that are perfect for adding creativity into the daily life of sewists, children,and families.

An internationally certified Montessori teacher,Meg McElweeis a successfulsewing pattern designer and the author of the Sew Liberatedcrafting blog, whereshe offers sewing tutorials and writes about sewing and other handmade projects.She is also the author of Sew Liberated: 20 Stylish Projects for the Modern Sewist.Meg lives in the mountains of California with her husband and two children.

Introduction

Bringing Handmade Beautyinto your Childs Every Day

Greeting the Morning

& Getting Dressed

The Peaceful Morning Routine

Thoughts on Childrens Clothing:Fostering Comfort, Movement& Independence

*Envelope Shirts for All

*Heartwarming Baby Sweatshirt

*Baby Bubble Pants

*Crossover Shirt

*Pocket Pants

Bread Sharing & Homemaking

Learning through Everyday Tasks:Mindfulness in Homemaking& Child Development

*Babys Ring Sling

*All By Myself Bib

*Embroidered Placemat

*Basic Apron

Laundry Day Embroidered Apron Plant Care Apron

& Watering Indicators

Inside Play

Play is Work, Work is Play*Little Amigo Cloth Doll Little Amigo Overalls, Shirt, Dress,

and Shoes

*Dress Up Bucket

*Reversible Hooded Play Cape

*Irresistible Numbers

Outside Play

Nature As Teacher

*Little Amigo Doll Papoose

*Art Satchel*Scavenger Hunt Bag

*Hideaway Play Tent

Good Night, Sleep Tight

Winding Down and Tucking In:Ideas for Easing the Journeyto Dreamland

*Infant Sleep Sack

*Sleeping Johns (& Everyday Leggings)

*Kitty Lovey

Techniques & Tips

*Working with Knit Fabrics

*Basic Embroidery Stitches

Glossary

Resources

Paperback + pattern insert8 10, 160 pagesISBN 978-1-59668-162-0

$24.95Available May 2011

Documents

Growing Up Sew Liberated S11 BLAD Web