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Itty Bitty with some added flair – Newborn Sewing Series

I started off this series sewing the Tidy Travel Tote. It has already been helpful for my toddler and us, seeing the entire South Africa went on a hand sanitizer craze and I luckily had some stored in mine!

The Itty Bitty comes in sizes from 24 weeks gestation to full term. Size dependant on fabric used and as we know each baby is different. I made my daughter size Small in the Knit option.

I prefer working with knit when it comes to little ones as the fit is very forgiving. Plus, my son was around 3.6kgs, so I am estimating her birth weight here.

My additions:

  • I tried my best to pattern match, specifically the stripes. I did this by cutting one side of the kimono then using said cut piece flipped over to match the stripes.
  • I used a lace trim around the cuffs and arm bands.
  • I didn’t use bias binding; I just added a band around the outer edge of the kimono at 1 inch in width
  • Also only used a tie inside and snaps on the opposite external side. Added some woven fabric behind the inner snap – alternatively you can use some interfacing.  

I just love how this set turned out. It really shows me how small little ones are at birth. I am hoping to make another 2 sets. Perhaps one size up! 

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xoxo

Tash

in Flosstyle Patterns· Sew For kids· Tidy Travel Tote

The Tidy Travel Tote – Newborn sewing series

I started my TTT on a Monday. I watched Gail’s Youtube Sew Along day by day. The Sew Along videos made the process of sewing super enjoyable and not overwhelming.

I used what fabric and supplies I had on hand. If you sew non-clothing items regularly, then chances are you have all the supplies needed. The only part I was missing was enough fabric. As it was a gift from a friend I couldn’t get more, sigh! So, no matching changing mat yet! I’m sure plan blue or pink would work just fine.

I really enjoyed Day 2  – Gail’s method of sewing the curved flap and wipes pouch curve, in one step is way better than pinning and cutting, pinning and sewing fiddly pieces together (Timestamp 9.25 )

I made a fabric option adjustment using PUL for the lining of my optional inside pocket pouch. Like a mini wet bag for soiled clothes or a cloth nappy. It wasn’t the easiest fabric to sew seeing it has a waterproof backing. My one sewing friend recommended tissue paper and that solved the stitch skipping issue.

I really loved making my TTT for my daughter on the way. My next sew in the “Newborn series” is the Itty Bitty! Stay tuned.

XOXO Tash