12 Days of Christmas 🎄2019🎄 DIY Gift Card Holder

🎶 On the 3rd Day of Christmas, CKC gave to me 🎶

A DIY gift card holder!

These fabric gift card holders are a perfect scrap buster and personalized addition to your gifts this season. And did I mention fun to make? I can't wait to make more!!!!

12 Days of Christmas 🎄2019🎄 Gnome Ornament

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It's the 2nd Day of Christmas and CKC has for me, gnome ornaments for my tree!

Today we have a really fun and cute project for an ornament, perfect for your own tree or as a gift or project to do with friends or kids.  Jennifer J. has all the details for us!

12 Days of Christmas 🎄2019🎄 Day 1 Countdown Tree

Welcome to CKC's Annual 12 Days of Christmas Blog!  We have 12 days of projects, freebies and fun to share with you from the staff here at CKC Patterns.

Day 1 is brought to us by Tiffany A. and it's a beautiful Advent Tree! 

Adaptive Sewing Tutorial Series: Feeding Tube Pocket

In December 2018, my baby girl was born 8 weeks early due to pregnancy complications. She had a preexisting genetic muscle condition that was confirmed during the pregnancy. During her stay in the NICU, we learned that babies do not get the "suck, swallow, breathe" reflex until 34 weeks. We chugged along as she recovered from jaundice and learned how to breathe on her own. At 34 weeks we started her with a tiny amount of milk. It proved to be extremely difficult for her, and even though we practiced everyday, she grew so tired after just 15 mls (that’s just 1/2 oz!). We decided at the end of January 2019 to put in the G-Tube. It was a hard decision but the best decision for her!  

She was released a few weeks later and once we were settled at home, I realized she needed a few mommy made outfits that would work for her G-Tube. In March, however, she was put on a continuous feed due to illness and since she was hooked up all day we needed something that would work for that. On top of that the site got irritated--due to an allergic reaction to the gauze we were using--so she was constantly pulling at it. This meant we needed romper style outfits instead of 2-pieces that worked easier with feeding tubes. With my sewing skills,  I knew there had to be a way to make this work. So, I started experimenting and this is how I came up with what I am calling the “feeding tube pocket” .

Tutorial for Tumbler Sock

Whether you're carrying a water bottle, tumbler, or travel size coffee around to keep you hydrated, you're going to love this free tutorial for a custom cozy.  Today Elizabeth Ward brings us this super cute and fun tutorial for making your very own! 

Sleeveless Hack for Wanda's Raglan Bodysuit

We can't get enough of Tosha's amazing up-cycle bodysuits. Customers and fans have been crazy for the sleeveless version, so Tosha is sharing her hack with us today! *cue the cheers*

First things first, you will need Wanda's Pattern, which you can buy and download immediately as a PDF Pattern. It comes in baby, girls and women's sizes. 

CKC Wanda's Raglan Bodysuit

Let's get started!  

Modifying Adult Skylan's for a Formal Occasion

It’s that time of year for teen proms, banquets, or maybe even a formal night on a cruise. Formal gowns can be very expensive to either make or buy, so I wanted to modify Skylan to be the perfect formal attire for your special occasion at an affordable price.

First off, you will need to get the pattern here: https://ckcpatterns.com/skylans-womens.html

To begin, be sure to read the fabric requirements on the pattern. I used a white/gold ombre sequin on heavy mesh for the main fabric. This is a four way stretch knit material. For the lining, I chose to use a black yoga performance material. Both fabrics are from So Sew English Fabrics. 

Sewing Tutorial for Wireless EarPods Case

I have been so excited to use my new wireless ear pods, but I have one problem... I'm always losing my case! This can be as big problem when they run out of battery life and I'm left digging through my bags to find it.  Even if you're a completely responsible human being and can keep track of yours, you'll love this cute case!  You can loop a key ring or carabiner to keep it securely where you won't lose it.

How To Apply Horsehair Braid Trim

Oh the dreamy flowing twirl of a circle skirt!  It is one of my favorite design features, and nothing adds that extra wow factor like horsehair braid trim. I have been seeing it on some beautiful designs, and I just had to try it. 

Weekly Wound Up

Today is sure to be a "super" day!  We have three great new patterns for you this week: one for you, one for your girl, and one for your new hobby! Plus tomorrow a new sew-along starts and it's perfect for the upcoming holidays. Let's take a look!

New Releases

Oona's Keyhole Peasant Dress features a tied keyhole neck closure, a hi-low skirt, and elastic at the waist to give the peasant dress style a more tailored look! Want a little less volume in the sleeves? No problem, the computer drawn pattern pieces have a cutting guide for a slimmer sleeve option. With 3 sleeve lengths, this dress can be worn in any weather! Try long sleeves and tall boots for the colder months or short sleeves with a pretty sandal to enjoy the outdoors in the spring & summer. The elastic in the sleeves and neckline allow this dress to grow with your girl – make a dress that can be later worn as a tunic.