Rainy Day Studio

Rainy Day Studio https://rainydaystudio.bigcartel.com Handmade & small-maker creative DIY kits, clothing, toys, home goods and books. Upcycled, recycled, reused and repurposed 1/1 and custom. 121455375 Cloth Diapers We're back! It's been a few years but I'm committed to cloth diapering for environmental and financial benefits. Sewn by Cyn. Keeping it simple and offering in person classes and materials for making your own cloth diapers. Spark Stretchy Preflat Cloth Diapers These stretchy cotton knit, french terry and bamboo jersey cloth diapers fit so many shapes and sizes! Fold in the sides, wrap and tuck or use an ABZ, Boingo or Snappi fastener. Use a wool cover, or other water repellent outer layer to protect clothes from wetness. NEW! Cool Ocean, Aqua & Mint + Natural 100% cotton inside and out Green Stripe with Green Cotton/spandex Pink Cherry Hearts with Natural Bamboo/spandex jersey Owls French Terry with Green Cotton French Terry Beach Club Pink with Pink Cotton/spandex Helicopters with Natural Bamboo/spandex jersey Blue Stripe with Orange Cotton/spandex Frogs & Lizards with Tan Cotton French Terry Frogs with Natural Bamboo/spandex jersey Two layer design with outer print or solid, and inner layer of bamboo jersey, french terry or cotton jersey. Add a full layer of bamboo/cotton fleece inside for super absorbency. NOTE: this extra layer will make the diaper MORE absorbent but LESS stretchy. Choose your weapon! My new favorite diaper pattern is the Happy Hippos Flawless One Size Preflat that fits 10 - 35 pounds, and I've got some fantastic fabrics on the table. Used with permission. Unbleached Cotton Prefold Diapers Prewashed These thick and thirsty 100% unbleached cotton classic prefold diapers are the real deal. Prewashed six times, these are ready to go for your cloth diapering needs! Or use for general household cleaning, automotive detail, pet/people chux pad... These last for years and are somehow hard to find now. Infant, Shortie and Toddler sizes. Set of three. ABZ Diaper Fastener 4 Pack ABZ fasteners are a convenient and safe way to fasten cloth diapers. As easy as ABZ. They are suitable for all sizes of diapers from preemie to adult. Leading-edge design includes a comfort contour edge for fastening and rounded edges on the back for the safest and most comfortable fit. Available in 3 colors. Pack of 4. Once the diaper is in place, use the teeth to hook the fabric on the outside and pull towards the middle using the teeth to hook the fabric towards the middle-front of the diaper. When secure you should still be able to slip a finger beneath it. It is quick and as easy as ABZ. To prevent snags and extend the life of the diapers, always stretch the fastener to release the teeth from the fabric. Do not pull straight up or yank the fastener out of the fabric. SIZE: 3x1 inch or 7.6x2.5 cm. I first collaborated with this company 20+ years ago, and I'm excited to once again offer their quality cloth diaper supplies. Spark Wool Cloth Diaper Cover Easy to use and care for, these stretchy knit wool wrap covers offer optimal breathability paired with a cotton cloth diaper. Double knit plus jersey, see details for specifics. Easy hook & loop adjustable fastener with laundry tabs. Hidden elastic for a soft fit, no top-stitching bulk! Hand wash, add lanolin as needed. Size Medium 8 - 22lbs. Size Large 18 - 32lbs. On the cutting table now with The Eli Monster pattern. used with permission. Sewn by Cyn. Spark Fleece Diaper Covers These two layer polyester fleece side snap cloth diaper covers have hidden elastic front, back and legs for a leak-proof fit with a fitted diaper or prefold. Adjust legs and waist independently for custom sizing. Light blue WindBloc moisture-resistant fleece inside a microfleece outer. Serged edges. Small 8-15 lbs., Medium 14-22 lbs., Large 20-32 lbs. Made from the original Zoom Baby Gear pattern. Sewn by Cyn. I am well aware of the micro-plastic problems and I won't be making any more 100% polyester products going forward. But these are already created and I don't want to landfill them and create more unnecessary waste-without-use. Polar Babies OG Fleece Covers Polar Babies in Eugene, Oregon, was one of the first cloth diaper companies to embrace the amazing properties of fleece diaper covers. Similar to wool, they provide a breathable option for cloth diapering with the bonus of easy care. Easy hook & loop front fastener (velcro) with hip snap for security. Polar Babies is now focusing on apparel so get these while you can. Made in USA. I am well aware of the micro-plastic problems and I won't be selling any more 100% polyester products going forward. But these are already created and I don't want to landfill them and create more unnecessary waste-without-use. 9.95 USD https://rainydaystudio.bigcartel.com/product/cloth-diapers https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/432307260/OceanPreflats.png 121455375 new in stock 121455354 Clothing 19.95 USD https://rainydaystudio.bigcartel.com/product/clothing https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/432307296/AquaStripeHeavyNarrow.jpg 121455354 new preorder 121455327 Home Decor Cushions and more for your creative home decor! Rainbow Platypus Plushie It's a duck. It's a beaver. No, it's a platypus. This little creature has a lot going on and is ready to share its strangeness with you. This platypus is made from all new anti-pill fleece fabric and is filled with a premium washable polyester fiberfill made from recycled bottles. the eyes are colored plastic safety eyes. Machine washable. Measures 15" long from bill to tail and 8" across its feet. Made in United States Product Materials: Recycled Mr. Sogs Toys & DIY Kits Mr. Sogs is a women- and veteran-owned eco-friendly handmade business established in 2007 and based in Seattle, Washington. Their goal is to bring creations to life based on imagination and modern design by producing affordable, unique designs parents will want for their children, as well as capturing the whimsy of adults being children at heart. All creatures features safety eyes, allowing children of all ages to enjoy them because they are securely fastened with a washer/clamp device on the back of each eye. There is also the convenience of being able to throw the toys in the washing machine when they get dirty from play. With every product they put out, lots of love and consideration go into every detail to make sure that each individual piece is unique in its own way. Cat Linen Doll A soft stuffed natural linen fabric toy displaying a charming design of a cat with fabric clothing accents and embroidered details. Cat design is replicated from original block print style art. Kids plush features enough polyester filling for a sturdy design that sits on its own, but still soft enough for play. Our Miss Kitty softie is perfect for play with children 3 years or older and looks nice on the shelf as children's room décor when not in use. Includes an adorable open-top 8"x8"x9" cabin box for gifting, display or play. Kitty is approximately 8" tall. Dog Linen Doll A soft stuffed natural linen fabric toy displaying a charming design of a floppy eared dog with fabric clothing accents and embroidered details. Design is replicated from original block print style art. Kids plush features enough polyester filling for a sturdy design that sits on its own, but still soft enough for play. Our linen dog softie is perfect for play with children 3 years or older and looks nice on the shelf as children's room décor when not in use. Includes an adorable open-top 8"x8"x9" cabin box for gifting, display or play. Dog is approximately 8" tall. 9.95 USD https://rainydaystudio.bigcartel.com/product/home-decor https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/432307251/HoundDog+face.webp 121455327 new in stock 121455315 DIY Unique Plushie and Craft Kits Amazing creative kits include materials and instructions. Platypus DIY Plushie Kit Learn to craft your own plush toy with this platypus sewing kit. It includes everything you need to sew your very own personalized creature. Kit includes pre-cut fleece, patterned cotton fabric, spool of thread, embroidery floss, 1 pair of safety eyes, sewing needle, hypoallergenic stuffing, and simple step-by-step illustrated instructions. To complete your creature, you will need a pair of scissors. The completed platypus will measure approximately 15" long from bill to tail and 8"across its feet. Rainbow Creature DIY Plushie Kit Be your own fanciful frankenstein with this mini monster-making kit. It includes everything you need to sew your very own personalized mini creature. Each kit contains pre-cut fabric, thread, needle, safety eyes, fiber-fill stuffing, illustrated instructions and pattern. To complete your creature, you will need a pair of scissors. A completed creature will measure approximately 13" tall. Woodland Bear DIY Plush Kit Learn to craft your own plush bear with this woodland creature sewing kit. It includes everything you need to sew your very own personalized creature. Kit includes pre-cut fleece, patterned cotton fabric, spool of thread, embroidery floss, 1 pair of safety eyes, sewing needle, hypoallergenic stuffing, and simple step-by-step illustrated instructions. To complete your creature, you will need a pair of scissors. A completed bear will measure approximately 11.5" tall. Woodland Fox DIY Plush Toy Kit Learn to craft your own plush fox with this woodland creature sewing kit. It includes everything you need to sew your very own personalized creature. Kit includes pre-cut fleece, patterned cotton fabric, spool of thread, embroidery floss, 1 pair of safety eyes, sewing needle, hypoallergenic stuffing, and simple step-by-step illustrated instructions. To complete your creature, you will need a pair of scissors. A completed fox will measure approximately 11.5" tall. DIY Woodlands Fox My Felt Bag Make your very own stylish cross-body fox bag with matching acorn zipper purse in this fun and easy craft activity. Includes high quality pre-punched felt, embroidery thread, buttons, Velcro, child safe needle and an illustrated easy-to-follow instruction guide. The zipper and velcro are already attached. No glue needed. Designed for ages 6+. Presented in a custom printed metal reusable storage tin (like an old school lunchbox!) with clasp closure and cotton carry handle. I sewed this up in less than an hour as an adult seamstress and enjoyed the ease of the kit! Kids will take longer depending on age but it is not complicated assembly. NGL, I wanted the metal lunchbox first, but the finished purse is super cute and I have already worn it out & about. It will hold a small phone or cardholder, or a couple keys, lip balm, etc. Mr. Sogs Toys & DIY Kits Mr. Sogs is a women- and veteran-owned eco-friendly handmade business established in 2007 and based in Seattle, Washington. Their goal is to bring creations to life based on imagination and modern design by producing affordable, unique designs parents will want for their children, as well as capturing the whimsy of adults being children at heart. All creatures features safety eyes, allowing children of all ages to enjoy them because they are securely fastened with a washer/clamp device on the back of each eye. There is also the convenience of being able to throw the toys in the washing machine when they get dirty from play. With every product they put out, lots of love and consideration go into every detail to make sure that each individual piece is unique in its own way. Sewing machine optional. Recommended for ages 8 years and older. Made in USA. 19.95 USD https://rainydaystudio.bigcartel.com/product/diy-kits https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/432307152/PlatypusGrayGreen.webp 121455315 new in stock 121455288 Craft Books for Upcycling, Visible Mending and Radical Sewing Curated collection of DIY books for upcycling, mending, sewing and creating! Fix Your Clothes: The Sustainable Magic of Mending, Patching, and Darning Ever had to say goodbye to a favorite item of clothing because of a busted zipper, fallen hem, or gaping hole? Want to save money and the world by not buying new clothes at the time? Concerned about the labor practices of fast fashion? Learn to repair your clothes from this cheerful illustrated guide. Raleigh Briggs, author and illustrator of the bestselling Make Your Place and Make It Last takes us on a mending journey through stocking your supplies, quick fixes, types of knots and stitches, buttons, mending seams, patching holes, darning holes, hemming, fixing zippers, waterproofing canvas, leather, and nylon, and so much more! Raleigh’s style is simple, playful, friendly, fun, and builds your confidence. You can do it! Visible Mending In the movement against throw-away culture and fast fashion, learn how to pick up a needle and rediscover the forgotten techniques and joy of mending. Covering 12 core techniques, 10 key stitches and 12 projects, explore why we should mend and how to mend a variety of different fabrics using this book. Demystifying the mending techniques through a directory of stitches and clear step-by-steps, from repairing to reusing and renewing the clothes you love – stitch over tears, dye stains and celebrate a more sustainable life. Well Worn Mend and revive your favorite well-worn garments with this comprehensive guide to visible mending techniques from the founder of Slow Stich Club. From the creator of the popular Slow Stitch Club, Well Worn is a fresh and engaging clothing repair guide and accessible introduction for anyone looking to explore visible mending to revolutionize their wardrobe, whether you are a stitching pro or have never picked up a needle and thread. Mending is a creative outlet and a slow and therapeutic skill, and author and textile artist Skye Pennant shares the joys of mending by teaching traditional darning and sashiko techniques to help fight against wardrobe perfectionism as well as fast fashion, making for gorgeous visible mending results. Upcycle Are you tired of wearing clothes that fall apart after one wash? Or struggling to find second hand clothing that fits? Then Annie Philips has the solution as not only is mending and altering a better option for our environment, but you’ll also be saving a pretty penny in the long run. Upcycle will teach you how to create a more eco-friendly closet, through expert advice and practical sewing projects, on ways to repair and repurpose old clothes instead of purchasing new ones, reducing your reliance on fast fashion with this handy guide. Offering a modern approach to sustainable sewing for the home dressmaker and fashion lovers, this book tackles the three core repair techniques: Upcycling, Mending, and Creating. Then put your skills to the test through the 18 projects that will help you to craft a wardrobe you will love to wear. So come on, grab some fabric and a needle as Upcycle will help you to discover how sew with confidence and embrace the slow fashion movement. Embroidery on Knits Embroidery on Knits is an in-depth guide to contemporary stitching on wool, featuring 18 nature-inspired templates with insightful tips and ideas on how to use them. Transform your knits with a handful of simple embroidery stitches: a cosy cardigan embellished with bright flowers, a dragonfly on the front of a sweater and mittens with plants climbing up the back of the hand. Embroidery on Knits is an in-depth guide to contemporary stitching with and on wool, explaining every step of the process — from planning to finished project. It is a source of inspiration and knowledge for crafty beginners and savvy stitchers alike. Radical Sewing: Pattern-Free, Sustainable Fashions for All Bodies Radical Sewing is a guide for learning how to make your own clothes. Kate introduces you to the basics and best practices of garment sewing for yourself at home, as well as advice and info on things you wouldn’t even know to ask about sewing. Topics include hand sewing, picking out a sewing machine, adding pockets to anything, sewing a button so it stays on, altering your clothes to fit your unique body, and so much more! Regardless of your sewing experience, gender, or body type, this illustrated guide will empower you to make your wardrobe your own. With loads of encouragement to try things out, all you’ll need to do is experiment and break the rules to create the clothes and outfits that you want to wear. <a href="https://photos.app.goo.gl/5jpaZF7rQ9CCQvr28"> Crafting Change: Handmade Activism, Past and Present</a> This book explores Craftivism, the intersection of art and activism, throughout American history and with an eye to the present. In the US, teens have a tradition of protesting injustice and effecting change that older generations can’t. Craftivism uses handmade art to provoke, interrupt, draw attention, help others, and bring about change. Examples include the AIDS Memorial Quilt and the bright pink pussyhats from the Women’s March. Author Jessica Vitkus interviews modern craftivists and scholars who study political crafting. The book includes their words, historical context, and over 100 photos of artists and their work. It’s an engaging narrative that combines the craftivist greats. It’s perfect for teens seeking creative ways to change the world, with step-by-step instructions to start their own craftivist journey. Sew It Yourself with DIY Daisy When Daisy Braid started sewing, patterns were out of her budget so she just started DIYing! Sew It Yourself with DIY Daisy is a colorful, size-inclusive and inspiring book for sewers of all stages and abilities, beginners included. It includes guides on everything you need to get started (including equipment, materials and basic techniques) and step-by-step projects with clear instructions, photographs and illustrations that will take the scary out of sewing. Daisy's designs use simple shapes to create playful, classic and comfortable pieces that can be styled for all occasions, whether that's a picnic date or a WFH day. The book features 10 small accessory projects and 10 more advanced clothing projects, each with a fun variation (but with potential for endless customization). Zero Waste Patterns Zero Waste Blocks offers a modern approach to sustainable sewing. Using natural fabrics and core sewing techniques, learn how to stitch without waste and make a scandi-style collection of 20 garments. Zero waste pattern cutting is a bit like a puzzle. You use a pre-determined length of fabric end to end by strategically planning your pattern pieces so that everything is used and then draw them onto the fabric. By using this unique 'paperless' method you can eliminate both textile and paper waste from your sewing projects and take the fear out of learning to self draft and sew your own clothing. This book includes 5 simple zero waste pattern blocks – a t-shirt, skirt, tank top, shirt and trousers. These can then be used to make a further 15 projects by making simple changes or mixing and matching your blocks into new designs, and comes with pattern layout instructions and templates to make sizes UK 6-30/US 2-26. Once you have mastered the 5 blocks the possibilities are endless. The Magic of Pockets: Why Your Clothes Don't Have Good Pockets and How to Fix That Transform your wardrobe with this step-by-step guide to sewing pockets into your favorite clothes. With simple instructions and line drawings, this book teaches six basic pockets, with suggested alterations to customize your wardrobe, while learning the history of what pockets looked like and why they remain a political tool today. All projects are designed for beginner sewists and most can be made by hand, no specialty tools or machine required. For every pair of pants with the pockets sewn shut, for every skirt with nowhere to put your hands, for every jacket missing a place to put your cash, there's one dress with pockets big enough to hold your entire world. But clothes with pockets should not be so rare. With the skills in this book, you can make your old clothes useful again. Everyone deserves pockets! How To Make An Embroidered Patch with Your Own Art Mini Zine Provides step-by-step instructions on how to turn one of your own drawings into an embroidered patch. Written directions for two different basic embroidery stitches and two methods for finishing the edges of your patch. Single sheet, 8 page zine, measuring 2.75 by 4.25 inches. Black and white printing on white paper. Professionally printed and folded by hand. <a href="https://photos.app.goo.gl/tkrMEbD1v1F1gcrw6">Seven Basic Embroidery Stitches Mini Zine"></a> "Seven Basic Embroidery Stitches" is a detailed guide on how to do seven different hand embroidery stitches. Includes photos, diagrams, and written instructions for each stitch. Single sheet, 8 page zine, measuring 2.75 by 4.25 inches. Black and white printing on white paper. Professionally printed and folded by hand. How To Sew A Patchwork Scrap Skirt Zine "How to Sew a Patchwork Scrap Skirt" provides step-by-step instructions on how to make a skirt out of fabric scraps in any length and size you desire. This skirt doesn't require pattern pieces and is made based on your body measurements. Zine provides detailed instructions on how to use a simple equation for a perfect custom fit. Beginner friendly project. Written directions with illustrations. It is rendered in simple black and white. The zine is half size, measuring 5.5 by 8.5 inches and has been professionally printed. Each zine has been collated and stapled by hand. 12 pages. Rainy Day Sewing: 18 Sewing Projects To Brighten Every Day With 18 simple sewing projects to keep you occupied on rainy days (or really any day), authors Amy Sinibaldi and Kristyne Czepuryk have compiled a book for amateur and advanced sewers alike. Step-by-step instructions and illustrations make these designs accessible and easy to follow, and once you've got the basics covered you can add your own flourishes and flairs. Whether you're hoping to make a quilt, a doll, a tote bag, or something else entirely, this book is a great place to start flexing your creative muscles. Make Your Own Animal Friends Doll-making can be simple and spontaneous, or it can be very detailed and even, to be honest, sort of fiddly. There are endless approaches to doll-making, from the basic to the complicated, each with its own joys and challenges. This book will walk you through the first steps from imagining a design to showing you how to add personality to your animal characters. Featuring patterns for a bunny, cat, dog, bear, monkey, fox, kitten, and mouse – stitch up your own menagerie of fabric friends to gift or keep. The projects will increase with difficulty as you make your way through the variety of skills, approaches, and methods covered. There will also be a mix-and-match component that will give you the option to personalize your own characters as well as a basic wardrobe with simple ideas for cute clothing to accessorize your makes. <a href="https://photos.app.goo.gl/JT6SExDgwj7jYuo98">In the Home: Create Over 15 Amazing Cardboard Makes</a> Ask a kid or a cat or you'll get the same answer. The best toy is a cardboard box. It can be an airplane or a spaceship. A castle or a dungeon. A boat or a submarine. In the Home comes with 15 ideas that will satiate the creative souls in your household on a rainy day. 19.95 USD https://rainydaystudio.bigcartel.com/product/craft-books https://assets.bigcartel.com/product_images/432307044/Crafting+Change+book+cover.webp 121455288 new in stock