Dinosours Memory Matching Game

Let your child's imagination run wild with these prehistoric dinosaurs. This fun game is educational as it builds deductive reasoning and logic forming skills. There are 18 felt game pieces with playful dinosaurs. There are 2 of each picture, making 9 pairs total. Available in my Artfire Studio and Etsy Shop.

Curious George Blanket

That curious monkey is always getting into something! Today, he is trying his hand at being a painter. Watch out!

This cozy fleece blanket is ultra soft. On one side, Curious George is making a big mess painting and on the other side there are cute little bugs. This blanket measures approximately 34" x 40" and is made with two layers of fleece to make it extra cuddly. Visit my Artfire shop for purchase.

Smiles Around the World Memory Matching Game

Smile Around the World - Memory Matching Game - 1st of a 3 Set Series

Sometimes I see a fabric that I just have to get my hands on. When I first saw this fabric, Smiles Around the World, I instantly loved it! I love all of the different children from all over the world with the cutest smiles. There are 21 different children within the design. I have decided to make three different sets of memory matching games with the 21 different children. Each set will include 7 different pairs of children with 14 game pieces total. The image above is the first of three games in the Smiles Around the World Set. You get to choose which color bag you would prefer, pink or blue, as shown below. Visit my Etsy Shop for details if you would like to purchase a set for a child in your life. And yes, I do ship internationally.

Trains Matching Memory Game - Educational for Children

Remember playing memory as a child? This fun game is educational as it builds deductive reasoning and logic forming skills. There are 14 quilted game pieces, 2 of each picture, and a fun cream colored Train Drawstring Bag. Rules for the game are included, but are not shown in photos. Visit my Etsy shop to see more memory games available .

School's A Hoot Memory Game

Just in time for Back to School! This fun game is educational as it builds deductive reasoning and logic forming skills. There are 14 quilted game pieces, 2 of each picture, and an Owl-School themed Drawstring Bag. Rules for the game are included,but not shown in the photo. Visit my Etsy shop if you would like to purchase this game or see others that are available.

Meow Memory Matching Game

I saw these fabric in the store and know that I wanted to make another game with them. I lve the sweet little kitties and their paw prints. Remember playing memory as a child? This fun game is educational as it builds deductive reasoning and logic forming skills. There are 18 quilted game pieces, 2 of each picture, and a Fun Kitty Drawstring Bag. Visit my Etsy Shop, New England Quilter, to find this game for sale as well as other themed games as well.

Sail Away Memory Matching Game

This set includes 7 pairs of quilted game pieces and directions that store easily in a Sailboat Drawstring Bag. This is the perfect handmade toy for little ones who are just learning about matching. It is a great way for children to start developing their deductive reasoning skills. This set and others can be found at my Etsy Shop, NewEngland Quilter.

ABC Quilt from Grammy

We went to visit the in-laws this weekend. My mother-in-law had a belated birthday present for David, an ABC quilt. She paper pieced the letters and animals to make this bright fun quilt for her grandson. David already knows the letter X. He is going to have fun learning his letters!

Do You Remember Memory?

Sometimes I will be shopping for fabric for a specific project and something else in the store catches my eye. When I saw this Beatrix Potter's Peter Rabbit fabric, I knew that I was going to go home with some. I thought, wouldn't this design make some cute fabric blocks. The next day, I laid out the fabric with scissors in hand ready to cut out the squares. As I looked at the fabric, I was matching the pairs in my mind which had the same picture. I thought to myself, "Wow, this would make a great memory matching game!" So instead of making blocks, I made 10 miniature quilts measuring 4 inches square as game pieces. I made a drawstring bag to hold the pieces and wrote up the rules for the game. I love that this educational game helps children develop their deductive reasoning skills. I have made this first set for my Etsy Store.

I will be making more with new themes for both my Etsy Shop and my nephews. Each game piece is like a small coaster. I think that these miniature quilts would make wonderful favors at a baby shower. I would be happy to discuss a custom order if you are interested in a particular theme for a memory matching game or baby shower favor pack. Click Here to contact me.

Math and Sewing

I am a high school math teacher and I love all of the mathematics that is woven into sewing and designing your own patterns. One of my latest sewing creations is a set of fabric blocks. The pattern for a block is simply a mathematical "net" for a 3-dimensional figure. A net is a 2-dimensional representation of a 3-dimensional figure that can be assembled to create the 3-dimensional figure. For a block, which is a cube, there are six sides, so six squares make up the block as shown below.

When sewing, I start by sewing all adjacent sides together. Then, I sew the two sides, and the front and back to the bottom. Finally, I sew the top to each side. For the last edge, I sew only a little ways in from each corner and stop. Next, I turn the block right sides out. At this point, it is time to stuff the block. Finally, sew the opening on the last edge.

Here is a picture of a Jumbo Block that I made for the nursery. Since it is larger, I top stitched each edge to help keep its shape. It is great to double as a pillow for mom or dad after a long night! If you are interested in purchasing this block or one like it, visit my Etsy Shop.

Baby Beach Ball

My babe loves his inflatable beach ball. However, I know that the long term fate of an inflatable ball is not good. So, this mama decided to sew him a fabric beach ball. He loves to throw anything that he can get his little hands on. So, the more plushie toys the better. I hadn’t even finished stuffing it when he grabbed the ball and walked off. He really loves it! I also made one for sale in my Etsy Shop as well.

A Day at the Beach

We went to Kiawah Island in SC for vacation this year. David just turned one and got to explore the sand for the first time. He played with his sieve and shovels a little bit, but he really liked playing with his stroller. We brought the beach ball to the beach, but it blew away two times. My husband and I took turns chasing it! When we got back to our villa, we played with the beach ball inside. David used it as a walker and took 6-7 steps! He is just learning how to walk.

In the photo above, David is wearing a handmade outfit by Holly of Winklepots. She hand painted the adorable crab on the shirt and sewed the lightweight pants, which were perfect for playing in the sand. If you would like to visit Holly's online shop, you can find her Etsy site by clicking here. You will find quality hand painted children's clothing and handmade Korker hair bows