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9
Feb
Lightweight Spring Infinity Scarf Tutorial

Lightweight Spring Infinity Scarf Tutorial

16
Nov
Hush Hush 2 Pinwheel Embroidery Hoop Ornament

Hush Hush 2 Pinwheel Embroidery Hoop Ornament

5
Oct
Halloween Candy Bowl Free Project Tutorial

Halloween Candy Bowl Free Project Tutorial

27
Jan
Easy Magnetic Pin Holder Tutorial

Easy Magnetic Pin Holder Tutorial

31
Dec
Embroidered Towel Tutorial

Embroidered Towel Tutorial

16
May
Lessons with Lindsay: 15 Minute Pillowcase

Lessons with Lindsay: 15 Minute Pillowcase

22
Feb
Janey Jumper Scallop Tutorial

Janey Jumper Scallop Tutorial

31
Dec
Top Blog Posts for 2015

Top Blog Posts for 2015

18
Mar
Embroidered Aromatherapy Heat Bag Tutorial

Embroidered Aromatherapy Heat Bag Tutorial

30
Dec
The Cottage Mama Best Project Posts of 2013

The Cottage Mama Best Project Posts of 2013

25
Nov
Hexi Pouch Tutorial

Hexi Pouch Tutorial

12
Nov
Embellished Fabric Koozie Tutorial

Embellished Fabric Koozie Tutorial

5
Nov
Cuffed Infinity Scarf Tutorial

Cuffed Infinity Scarf Tutorial

29
Oct
Reversible Vintage Trim Fabric Belt Tutorial

Reversible Vintage Trim Fabric Belt Tutorial

1
Oct
Free Cape Pattern and Tutorial

Free Cape Pattern and Tutorial

10
Sep
Three Ring Binder Pencil Case Sewing Tutorial

Three Ring Binder Pencil Case Sewing Tutorial

26
Jun
Scalloped Envelope Clutch ~ Free Pattern and Tutorial

Scalloped Envelope Clutch ~ Free Pattern and Tutorial

19
Feb
Pin Cushion Ring Tutorial

Pin Cushion Ring Tutorial

29
Nov
DIY Beaded Fabric Necklace ~ Easy, Snappy Holiday Project

DIY Beaded Fabric Necklace ~ Easy, Snappy Holiday Project

15
Oct
Fat Quarter Tote Bag Tutorial

Fat Quarter Tote Bag Tutorial

7
Jun
Woodland Cottage Pincushion ~ Free Pattern and Tutorial

Woodland Cottage Pincushion ~ Free Pattern and Tutorial

30
Jan
Rick Rack Travel Tissue Holder Tutorial

Rick Rack Travel Tissue Holder Tutorial

31
Dec
Goodbye 2011, Hello 2012!

Goodbye 2011, Hello 2012!

2
Jun
Fabric Portfolio and Notepad Holder Tutorial

Fabric Portfolio and Notepad Holder Tutorial

6
Apr
Empire Waist Dress – Comfy Sews Vs. Cozy Knits

Empire Waist Dress – Comfy Sews Vs. Cozy Knits

30
Dec
Top Ten Tutorials for 2010

Top Ten Tutorials for 2010

28
Dec
Felted I-Pod Cozy Tutorial

Felted I-Pod Cozy Tutorial

21
Dec
Felted Fingerless Glove Tutorial

Felted Fingerless Glove Tutorial

16
Dec
Gifts for Guys: Boxy Dopp Kit Tutorial

Gifts for Guys: Boxy Dopp Kit Tutorial

25
Oct
Comfy Sews: Shawl Collar Sweater Tutorial

Comfy Sews: Shawl Collar Sweater Tutorial

19
Oct
Laptop / Kindle / I-Pad Sleeve Tutorial

Laptop / Kindle / I-Pad Sleeve Tutorial

8
Aug
Gathered Camera Strap Cover Tutorial

Gathered Camera Strap Cover Tutorial

13
Jun
Vintage Hanky Tote Tutorial

Vintage Hanky Tote Tutorial

22
Mar
Easy-Sew T-Shirt Shrug Tutorial

Easy-Sew T-Shirt Shrug Tutorial

24
Feb
Reusable Coffee Sleeve Tutorial

Reusable Coffee Sleeve Tutorial

30
Jan
Embellished Sweater Headband Tutorial

Embellished Sweater Headband Tutorial

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.

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Welcome! My name is Lindsay Wilkes and I am the owner / designer of The Cottage Mama, a boutique children's sewing pattern company and the author behind, 'Sew Classic Clothes for Girls'. The Cottage Mama blog is where I share my love for sewing, cooking and crafting and all things domestic. If you like what you see, you can read more about me HERE.

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