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The Patchwork Toddler Bed and the $15 Bedding Set

Lyra’s new bed is completely finished now. You can see the original bed post here.

Patchwork Toddler Bed with Bedding

My first instinct was to go with white bedding, because of all that color on the bed itself, but I talked myself out of that pretty quickly. I doubt white bedding with a toddler would end well.

Patchwork Toddler Bed with Bedding

I managed to make this bedding set (fitted sheet, comforter, two pillows, two sham pillowcases) for $15, using a couple of tutorials from Prudent Baby and some store bought bedding supplies. I put together a little how-to, click the link below (or read on) to see it! 🙂

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Patchwork Toddler Bed

Patchwork Toddler Bed

I made a toddler bed!! \o/

Patchwork Toddler Bed

I did this all by myself! heh 😀

Patchwork Toddler Bed

This heavy, sturdy (I’ve laid on it!) toddler daybed started as a little pile of lumber, and some fabric and batting. I used plans from http://ana-white.com.

Patchwork Toddler Bed

You may recognize the patchwork fabric from this dress. I had just enough to upholster the bed. Although I didn’t really keep track, I don’t think I spent more than $40 on this project. Even if I would have needed to purchase the fabric, it probably wouldn’t have gone over $50.

Patchwork Toddler Bed

When I get some coordinating bedding worked up I’ll post a photo or two of the really finished version. I may also tighten up some of the upholstery on that front board, now that I see it in the photos it is bugging me. Update: Finished! See the new post here.

Overall, I’m so happy with how this turned out! The plans were perfect, and now I’m even more excited about the other pieces I want to build. THANK YOU ANA!! 😀

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Pink Lemonade Dress

handmade toddler dress

I’ve been excited about this dress for weeks, but I couldn’t find the time to sew it until today’s nap.

custom designer baby dress

The “Pink Lemonade” fabric is a David & Goliath print. Isn’t it fun?

knit toddler sundress

This dress is for Lyra, but I have enough fabric for a couple more, so it’s in the shop. 🙂

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Extra Guy Stenciled Onesie

After seeing praises for freezer paper stenciling everywhere, I had to give it a shot.

mario one up stenciled onesie

There are plenty of tutorials available, and the process is very simple, so I won’t get into the details here.

one up mario onesie

I was very pleased with how well the freezer paper works as a stencil, I didn’t have any issues atall. Cutting the pieces is a little tedious, but not hard.

Freezer paper–it lives up to the hype! 🙂