Tutorials; “witchy mouse toy” and “Baby Penguin”

October 27, 2011 by Linda Lanese

Holly Dawes of “Holloughby” has created this darling “witchy mouse toy” tutorial for Halloween suitable for both girls and boys and she is sharing it with us. The “witchy mouse toy” tutorial is in 2 parts; Part1 and Part2. Holly lives in the UK and has a delightful blog for you to follow. She also has this precious sweet Baby Penguin (pictured) tutorial and tells us a little story about the Penguin. Holly: “Hi! I saw in the news that people have discovered a new thing about penguins! When penguins huddle together for warmth they do a kind of Mexican wave to shuffle everyone around, making sure everyone has a turn in the middle! Watch the video here: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-13616778 Both of her tutorials are clear and easy to follow. The Penguin would make the cutest Christmas ornament or gift topper. Thanks so much Holly for sharing your awesome talent with us.

Have you read?

Easy Cosmetics Bag Sewing Pattern

The bag is simple, uses very little fabric (about 2/3rds of a fat quarter), has no fussy inside pockets (although you can add your own if you like), and takes me well less than 30 minutes to print the pattern, cut out and sew. But quick and simple doesn’t mean it’s not awesome!

It’s the sort of bag that is versatile enough to be used for lots of applications, not just cosmetics and toiletries. Keep all your pens and pencils in order, use it for a small first aid kit for the car, keep it in your desk at work for a few headache pills and other personal supplies.

Make some for yourself, for gifts or to sell.