I excited to announce the release of two new patterns from The Cottage Mama! … continue reading
2
Nov
Lessons with Lindsay Sewing Video: Bias Binding
It's that time again! Time for another "Lessons with Lindsay" video. Today we are going to be discussing all things bias binding. … continue reading
12
Oct
Lessons with Lindsay Sewing Video: Hemming a Lined A-Line Dress
Today's Lesson with Lindsay Sewing Video: Hemming a Lined A-Line Dress is one I'm very excited to share with you! In this video you will learn my technique for how to hem a lined A-line dress. If you've never tried hemming your garments this way, I'm pretty sure this will be your go-to technique from this point forward. This step is a little tricky for some folks when following my patterns, so I'm thrilled to be able to share this video with you all. This is a video that you don't want to miss! … continue reading
12
Oct
Josephine Mae Turns One
Dear Josephine, Is it really true? My last baby, Josephine Mae, is officially one year old today. How can this possibly be? It truly seems like just yesterday that you became part of our family and yet, it feels like you've been a part of us forever. Today, on your first birthday, there are a few things I would like to remember about my sweet Josie Mae....... … continue reading
8
Oct
Halloween Treat Bag Tutorial
Remember these Halloween Treat Bags that I made last year for the kids? I'm so excited for them to use these bags again this year. They turned out to be the perfect size for our kids and were nice and sturdy. And this year, we have a fourth trick-or-treater that will be with us, Miss Josephine. Granted, she won't be eating candy, but I'll still let her take her bag along for the ride. And since I shared this post with you last year before she had arrived, here is Josie Mae's bag: … continue reading
6
Oct
Idle Wild Fabric Tour
Savannah finally asked me to sew something for her. It's been a long while since she requested mama-made clothing. I actually thought that my sewing days for her might be over. But a few weeks ago I received a package in the mail of the most beautiful knit fabric from Riley Blake Designs that was designed by my friends over at Pattern Anthology (Kate Blocher, Melissa Mora, Shauna Wightman and Andrea Pannell). It's always an exciting day to sew with a friends fabric designs and I'm so excited for these four ladies.....their fabric is gorgeous and Savannah felt the … continue reading
4
Oct
Grilled Southwest Sweet Potato & Egg Breakfast Sandwich
My mom is at it again! Remember when she was a finalist in the Pillsbury Bake-Off, not once, but twice?! Well, this time she is one of the 15 finalists in the America's Better Sandwich Contest and could potentially win $25,000! I'm excited to share the recipe for her 'Grilled Southwest Sweet Potato and Egg Breakfast Sandwich'. I think you're really going to love it! … continue reading
21
Sep
Free Online Video Sewing Series: Lessons with Lindsay
I'm excited to announce my new, free online video sewing series called 'Lessons with Lindsay' sponsored by Baby Lock Sewing and Embroidery Machines. I've been anxiously awaiting the launch of these sewing videos for several months now and today is the release of the very first one! … continue reading
31
Aug
Caspian Finn ~ 4 Years Old
Dear Caspian, Today you turn four years old! What a big year this has been. So many changes for you.......a new baby sister, transitioning into a big boy bed, using the potty, moving to a new house and so much more. You have handled everything so well and here are a few things I would like to remember about you when you turned four years old (and a few things you might like to know as well)..... … continue reading
5
Aug
Back-to-School Sewing
One of my favorite parts of back-to-school is the preparation in getting ready for a fresh school year ahead. I love shopping for new school supplies, backpacks, etc., but when you can sew, back-to-school is even more fun! It means handmade clothing, pencils cases, lunch boxes and more! I've round up some of my favorite back-to-school sewing projects here on The Cottage Mama to provide you with a little inspiration. There's nothing better than seeing your little one in a handmade 1st day of school outfit and sending them to school in a little bit of sewn love. … continue reading
Lindsay Wilkes is the owner and designer behind The Cottage Mama. She creates timeless, vintage inspired sewing patterns for children’s clothes. She is also a fabric designer for Riley Black Designers / Penny Rose Fabrics, author of the book ‘Sew Classic Clothes for Girls’ and can be seen teaching nationwide and online in her video series ‘Lessons with Lindsay’ sponsored by Baby Lock Sewing and Embroidery machines.
