In the Overcast Skies Hanging designed by Liz from Bizzymitts, Scheepjes cotton yarns are needle punched into DMC Evenweave fabric to create a blue sky and brilliant sunshine behind puffy looped clouds. The design is completed with felt rain droplets and a yarn wrapped frame making this the perfect project to practise a variety of crafting skills. This pattern appears in Pretty Little Things 20 – The Weather. Download free for the full list of materials required, the written instructions and schematics.

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Snow may be falling but Rudolph’s Christmas sweater is keeping the cold out and giving him a rosy glow! The Reindeer Punch Patch by Liz from Bizzymitts is needle punched from the reverse for a loopy 3D effect using our Catona yarns, and finished with shiny safety eyes for that cheeky twinkle. Perhaps make him as a patch to decorate your own Christmas sweater, or use as a decoration where the glass beads will beautifully shimmer under the lights of the tree? This free pattern appears in Pretty Little Things 21 – Winter Wonderland, published by Scheepjes. Download for the full list of materials, written instructions and traceable template.

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Here’s a great project to learn machine applique while making something fun and useful. Stitched with cotton fabrics, the Fantasy Monster Pencil Case designed by Liz from Bizzymitts is a colourful critter happiest with a full tummy and tidy desk. Her huge button eyes are wide open and alert as she’s always ready to guard a pen collection. She’ll happily gobble up crochet hooks too! Materials Tissu de Marie fabric (100% Cotton)Fabric A: Red x 1 fat quarter (item no. 96244-29)Fabric B: Cloudy purple x 1 fat quarter (item no. 657-11-13)Fabric C: Purple x 1 piece (25 x 25cm) (item no. 96244-31) 0.5m Vlieseline F220 fusible interlining (item no. 229010) Bondaweb (item no. 98553) 1 spool Gütermann Sew-All thread red (item no. G303-200-156) 1 spool Gütermann Sew-All thread purple (item no. G303-200-571) 1 skein DMC Stranded Cotton embroidery thread red (item no. 117-MC-0321) 15cm non-separating zip (item no. 5C15-10-519) 1 x 6mm Prym Wonder Tape (optional) (item no. 987.125) 1 x 30mm coconut button checked (item no. 5683-48-02) 1 x 40mm coconut button checked (item no. 5683-64-02) 2 x 17.5mm black mother-of-pearl buttons (item no. 5624-28-000) Large sewing needle Small plate for tracing curved edges Sewing machine with standard and zip feet This free pattern appears in Pretty Little Things 23 – Monsters, published by Scheepjes. Download for the full written pattern.

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Bizzymitts’s Nappy Clutch Bag?is a simple wallet design packed with practical features. Made with 100% Cotton Tissu de Marie fabric, it’s lightly padded and washable. Though slim when empty, it expands to fit in a full-sized pack of baby wipes and three nappies for trips out and about. The multi-functional handle unclips easily to convert to a wrist strap, and also means the bag can be secured to a pushchair or hook, leaving both hands free for the important task at hand! Materials Tissu de Marie fabric (100% Cotton)Fabric A: Floral x 0.5m (item no. 706039-7)Fabric B: Blue x 0.5m (item no. 96244-09) 0.5m Vlieseline fusible interlining (item no. 229010) 35 x 25cm Vlieseline H630 fusible wadding (item no. 240040) 60cm x 20mm Dox bias binding cotton (item no. 63506-20-298) 2 x 20mm swivel snap hooks (item no. 6784-20-NI) 2 x 20mm D-rings (item no. 6785-20-NI) 8cm x 20mm Prym sew-onhook and loop tape (item no. 968.555) Gütermann Sew-All thread blue (item no. G303-200-194) Sewing machine + supplies Sewing needle This free pattern appears in Pretty Little Things 24 – Little ones, published by Scheepjes. Download for the written instructions and assembly schematic.

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From an early age we learn that gardens need bees. Budding growers will love getting ready for a spot of planting, as they pull on their wellies and tie back their hair with this adorable Bee Hair Accessory by Liz from Bizzymitts. They may also be buzzing to have a go at making this simple hand-stitched craftfelt project themselves. They’ll only need a basic sewing kit, a few materials and perhaps a little supervision. Materials Queen’s Quality Felt Vlieseline fusible interlining (item no. 236010) 1 spool Gütermann rPET Sew-All thread yellow (item no. G723860-852) 1 skein DMC Stranded Cotton embroidery thread black (item no. 117MC-0310) 1 skein DMC Light Eff ects metallic embroidery thread light blue (item no. 317W-E3747) 2 x 5mm safety eyes (item no. 5633-05-000) Small amount of polyester stuffing (item no. 240130-10) Sewing needle Red pencil or crayon Hair tie or clip Glue (optional)

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Whatever your baking skills, you can feel the part with these Quilted Oven Mitts designed by Liz from Bizzymitts! Whether you’re transporting a perfectly risen showstopper to the cooling rack, or dishing up a hearty steaming pie, a pair of insulating oven mitts are essential. In creating this project, you’ll practise several techniques on the sewing machine while making something really useful. Simple straight line quilting secures the fabric layers together, ready-made patches make it easy to try your hand at applique and using a bias tape tool helps to create binding that perfectly matches your fabric print. Materials 100% cotton fabricFabric A: 1.5m x 50cm green gingham Fabric B: 1.5m x 25cm pink 75cm Vlieseline Thermolan 272 sew-in wadding (item no. 240090) 75cm Vlieseline F220 fusible interlining (item no. 229010) 1 spool Gütermann Sew-All thread green (item no. G303-200-334) 1 spool Gütermann Sew-All thread white (item no. G303-200-800) 2 x HKM iron-on patches star yellow (item no. 10234475) Clover bias binding maker 25mm (item no. CL0464-25) Madeira temporary spray adhesive (item no. M4340) Prym aqua marking pen (item no. 611.807) ø 20cm plate/dish for rounded edge Ruler, cutting mat + rotary cutter Sewing machine + supplies  

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A stitch sampler is even more fun when it’s shaped like a dinosaur! Liz from Bizzymitts designed Brooklyn the Brontosaurus Embroidery using DMC stranded cotton stitched onto a batik background. The grazing herbivore is outlined using a simple back stitch then filled in with an interesting variety of hand stitches. For anyone new to embroidery, a handy illustrated guide to all the stitches used is featured alongside the written pattern. Do you know someone who would love Brooklyn as friend to hang on their bedroom wall? The free pattern appears in Pretty Little Things 28 – Dinosaurs, published by Scheepjes. Download for the written instructions and traceable template. Materials DMC Stranded Cotton embroidery thread Colour A: 3834 (purple) x 1 skeinColour B: 0092 (green) x 1 skeinColour C: 340 (lilac) x 1 skeinColour D: 3836 (pink) x 1 skeinColour E: 0052 (blue) x 1 skein 15.5cm embroidery hoop (item no. MK0025) 25 x 25cm Tissu de Marie purple batik fabric (item no. 706020-22) 1 sheet lilac felt for backing (item no. 10100-039) 1 spool Gütermann C NE 50 lilac thread (item no. GNE50-6182) Prym Fray Check (item no. 968.020) 1 x crewel embroidery needle (item no. 125.542) Water-soluble pen (item no. 611.808)

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We think the Santa Beaded Bookmark by Liz from Bizzymitts would make a great stocking filler for anyone who loves a good read! Featuring Santa, Rudolph and a tree motif, it’s made by weaving rows of shimmering and opaque glass beads. The finished beadwork is mounted onto a felt backing to make it suitable for a bookmark. By the time you complete this fun project, you’ll be more than ready to start creating your own beadwork designs! Materials Toho Round Glass Beads (Size 8; 4g per tube)Blue x 2 tubes (item no. TH8-43DF)Red x 1 tube (item no. TH8-45F)White x 1 tube (item no. TH8-767)Black x 1 tube (item no. TH8-49F)Gold x 1 tube (item no.PF557F)Pink x 1 tube (item no. TH8-741)Green x 1 tube (item no. 47F)Brown x 1 tube (item no. TH8-741) Bead weaving loom kit (item no. 60830) 1 sheet blue felt (item no. 10100-032) 1 spool blue Gütermann rPET Sew-All sewing thread (item no. G723860-386) 1 x size 10 DMC beading needle (item no. 1764-1)

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The Cutlery Wrap by Liz from Bizzymitts is designed to offer the more sustainable option of carrying your own reusable utensils and refusing disposable cutlery and straws. Cotton gingham has been chosen to act as a guide to help newer sewers easily stitch straight lines for the pocket slots and to attach ties. The project dimensions are suitable for utensils up to 22cm, but this is easily adapted to create wraps for pencils, crochet hooks, knitting needles, make up brushes etc. This pattern appears in Pretty Little Things 30 – Barbecue, published by Scheepjes and is available as a free download. Materials Tissu de Marie Cotton Fabric (100% Cotton; 1.5m)28 x 49cm purple gingham (item no. 97495-08)28 x 33cm solid purple (item no. 96244-31)80cm x 12mm purple twill tape for tie (item no. 605037-39) 1 spool purple Gütermann Sew-All thread (item no. G303-200-211) 1 spool white Gütermann Sew-All thread (item no. G303-200-800) Sewing machine + supplies

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Stitching witches and wizards are invited to conjure up their own magical hats using needle and thread! The Embellished Witch Hat by Liz from Bizzymitts is cut from 3mm felt which gives structure and just the right degree of floppiness to the wide brim. Easy to use iron-on star patches and sparkling DMC Light Effects thread are used to decorate the crown before it’s assembled into a cone shape and hand stitched to the brim. And here is where a cute pom-pom spider, made with Scheepjes River Washed yarn, has made itself a home! The pattern includes dimensions for adapting the hat to fit a child and tips for working with metallic thread. Materials Scheepjes River Washed (78% Cotton, 22% Acrylic; 50g/130m)949 Yarra x 1 ball 50 x 90cm piece of 3mm black felt 15 x HKM iron-on patch purple star 1 spool Amman Silk Finish cotton no.50 black thread 1 skein DMC Light Effects metallic embroidery silver thread Quilting clips ø 45mm pompom maker (optional) 2 x ø 6mm purple safety eyes 1 strip of corrugated cardboard (e.g. from box), 3 x 35cm 4 x black pipe cleaners 2 x pencils 1 x A1 piece of paper Basic sewing kit + iron Hot glue gun or PVA glue This free pattern appears in Pretty Little Things 31 – Halloween, published by Scheepjes. 

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The Dotty Headband with faux bow is a quick project made on the sewing machine with minimal materials. You’ll need no more than a fat quarter of fabric, matching thread, elastic, and the clever Prym Turning Tool to make one. Designer Liz from Bizzymitts chose pastel shades of cotton flannel to feel soft and comforting against the skin and give a relaxed weekend vibe. It's ideal for wearing on windy days, for home spas, crafting and baking sessions – as well as looking cute! Materials Pink Colourway: 50 x 50cm Tissu de Marie 100% cotton fabric, pink with grey dots 1 spool light pink Gütermann rPET Sew-All thread Blue Colourway: 50 x 50cm Tissue de Marie 100% cotton fabric, blue with grey dots 1 spool light blue Gütermann rPET Sew-All thread 15cm x 20mm Prym pyjama elastic for each Headband Prym turning set 50mm safety pin Sewing machine + supplies This free pattern appears in Pretty Little Things 32 – Lazy Sunday, published by Scheepjes. Download for the written instructions and schematics.  

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Liz from Bizzymitts was inspired to create these fun fireplace decorations by the classic Christmas movie Elf! Cut from sturdy white felt, the Elf Stockings are decorated with craft felt in traditional red and green, and hand stitched using Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat. This is such a versatile cotton yarn with a subtle sheen that’s wonderfully smooth to embroider with. Silver jingle bells will add a final festive flourish to your creation! Materials Scheepjes Maxi Sweet Treat (100% Mercerised Cotton; 25g/140m)Yarn A: 106 Snow White 50 x 90cm white Queen’s Quality felt, 3mm thick 20 x 90cm red Queen’s Quality felt, 2mm thick 20 x 90cm green Queen’s Quality felt, 2mm thick 18 x 36cm piece Vlieseline H250 fusible interlining 8 x 13mm silver jingle bells 2 x 48mm silver jingle bells with stars 2 x 40mm silver jingle bells with stars 40cm length red Kuny grosgrain ribbon, 25mm wide 40cm length green Kuny grosgrain ribbon, 25mm wide 75cm length red Kuny grosgrain ribbon, 6mm wide 75cm length green Kuny grosgrain ribbon, 6mm wide 1 ball 1 x Tulip chenille needle size 22 20cm square piece of tissue paper Basic hand sewing kit + iron This free pattern appears in Pretty Little Things 33 – Christmas, published by Scheepjes. Download for the written instructions, cutting layout and a stem stitch tutorial for the embroidery.

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