DIY Top Gun Costume | Maverick Costume Tutorial

Are you ready to sew a DIY Top Gun Costume? Top Gun: Maverickis one of the best movies our family has seen in a long time, and we weren’t at all surprised when two of our boys requested Top Gun Maverick costumes for Halloween! They decided to both be Maverick, so I made a Top […]

Using a Projector for Sewing Patterns | Projector Sewing

If you’ve read my other blog posts you know how much I LOVE my projector. Projectors for sewing patterns have really taken off, and you will find it more and more common for pattern designers (including our patterns at, Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop) to offer projector sewing patterns. But why am I obsessed with my projector […]

Edible Mud Recipe & Sensory Activity

I am always looking for sensory activities to engage my son for long periods of time so I can sew or get things done around the house. Even though my 2 year old, Everett, doesn’t like getting messy, he LOVES trucks and cars and was willing to get messy and clean up his cars. He […]

How to Make a Paper Star Ornament

Part of our family holiday tradition is making paper crafts when the kids get out of school on winter break – and our new favorite is this paper star ornament. We pile the table with construction paper, scissors, glue, tape and yarn. They love making colorful paper chains for the tree and snowflakes from coffee […]

DIY Popcorn Costume| Free DIY Tutorial | Peek-a-Boo Pages Costumes

Everyone who knows me knows that popcorn is my favorite food. I have popcorn most nights after the kids are in bed, so dressing up as popcorn for Halloween has been on costume short list for years. This year I finally made it happen with the DIY Popcorn Costume! I hope you like this DIY […]

Muscle Man Circus Costume DIY

Our family is doing a circus theme for Halloween this year. My 2 year old wants to be a “MUSCLE MAN” and has been with me every step of the way with his costume. Here is how it turned out: SUPPLIES: Red/white stripe knit fabric Nude knit fabric Batting Small strip of faux leather Two […]

Toddler Halloween Handprint Art

My 2 year old boy is obsessed with Halloween and pumpkins! This Halloween handprint art project is perfect for a morning activity, it will take about an hour from start to finish, depending on how many projects you make! Everything here is adaptable, but here are the supplies I used so you can start prepared. […]

Three Mindfulness Activities for Kids

My Aunt Nancy has taught Kindergarten for 25 years, and she swears by mindfulness practices for kids! When she started using these practices in her classroom, she saw a huge change in the demeanor of specific kids and of the class as a whole. Nancy gave us a copy of her favorite mindfulness for kids […]

Tips for Tie Dying with Kids

To me, summer is all about crafting and fun…and tie dye! Whether you’re having a birthday party or Grandma is hosting a “Grand Camp” for her grandkids, tie dying tee shirts is a great way to make memories and have a fun memento! Here are a few tips for tie dying with kids and kids […]

Cotton Ball Rainbow Art Project

Are you in need of an activity to keep your kids engaged for a long period of time so you can sew? Read? Do the dishes, pay bills? You may discover that something as simple as cotton ball art may just be the key! This cotton ball rainbow activity is so fun for kids and […]

DIY Glasses Case: Free Tutorial

When I was creating this DIY glasses case tutorial, “The better to see you with, my dear!” is what was running through my head the entire time ! You’ll make tons of these in no time and it will soon be your go-to gift for all of the near and far-sighted folks in your life! […]

DIY Book Sleeve: Free Tutorial

Sometimes, it can be the simplest things to get kids interested in reading for the summer. Earlier in the month, we shared how to keep track and encourage your young readers with a blog on summer reading program ideas. Today, I’m going to show you one way to protect those precious books by making a […]

Riley Romper Tube Top Hack

If you’re like me, you love being able to get just one more option out of a pattern! The more options the better for me! Today, I’m going to share one more way to make the amazing Riley Romper one step better with a tube top hack! Supplies Riley Romper Pattern 1 additional yard of […]

DIY Patchwork Wall Hanging

Looking to brighten up a room AND use up tons of scraps? Well, I have just the project for you! Here are the quick and easy steps to make this patchwork wall hanging! This project is great for beginners and tiny sewists who are eager to learn to sew and quilt. Supplies 5″ charm pack […]

DIY Potholder: Free Potholder Tutorial

I know this might sound strange, but my husband is very particular about the size of the potholders he uses! He does most of the cooking in our house, so if he wants potholders of a particular size, I make them! In this diy potholder tutorial, you will learn how to make these potholders using […]

DIY Tote Bag | 2 Bag Tutorials for DIY

DIY Tote Bag Tutorials Over the years we’ve had multiple blog contributors right great tutorials on how to make tote bags. Our first tutorial goes into tote bag construction. Our second tutorial take a cheap, pre-made canvas tote bag and customizes into a perfect tote bag to give as a teacher gift. Before we get […]

DIY Ribbon Wands

Do you have girls in your life who love to dance, twirl and do gymnastics? These ribbon wands are so magical! And they’re easy, fun and cheap to make, even for a big group of girls. I made a set of 24 and it ended up costing me almost exactly $1 per wand. I came […]

DIY Pillowcase with the (Easy) Burrito Method

Pillowcases are about the quickest, easiest, and most useful project I know. They make great gifts, can be customized for holidays or using specific patterns, and I love making them in flannel as camping pillowcases for my family! With a total of 5 straight lines to sew, this project comes together quickly as a beginner […]

How to Sew a Button-Up Shirt Dress

The change of seasons always has me in a pickle as to what to wear – it may be chilly one day but warmer the next. Shirt dresses are my go-to for work or for casual weekend get-togethers with family and friends. You can dress them up or dress them down to suit the occasion. […]

How to Sew a Cuff on a Sleeve 101 | Free Tutorial

Hi! Stephanie from Stephie B’s Designs here again to teach you something I hope you didn’t already know… How to sew a cuff on a sleeve and pants. This simple trick can be used on patterns that would normally be hemmed, as well as existing shorts and pants. For some reason, when I sew a […]

How to Make a TV Tray Ironing Board | Create an Ironing Board

Hi friends! Stephanie from Stephie B Has Three here again today to teach you something that will change your life!

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