My girls LOVE setting up pretend stores and pet shops downstairs, and they are pretty good at it too. They think of everything, no detail is overlooked. Bringing all of the toys downstairs seems to be a breeze. Picking them up and putting them back seems to be a daunting task. One that they can't ever seem to do a lone, always asking for help. Hmm...is it really harder or did they just lose motivation? 😉 Â Insert: Play Mat & Storage Bag, also great for loading up toys and dragging back upstairs!
My little model likes wearing fancy clothes every day of the week.
They can play on it, load the toys inside, pull the strings and it is ready to take upstairs. This bag holds a TON of stuff too! It's nice and big. The best part? It took me about 15 minutes to make and it is a completely "No Sew" project!
The tutorial for this fun play mat and storage bag came from my new favorite book!
When Ashley, from Make it and Love It, announced that she had a book in the works I couldn't wait to get my hands on a copy. I've followed her blog since I started mine back in 2009 and don't think I've missed a post. I love her simple projects and clear instructions. Both of those translate into her book: No-Sew Love.
50 projects to make WITHOUT a needle and thread! I love that they are full-on projects. Beautiful fabrics, fun techniques, and quality projects. She even includes lists and links to shops for ordering your no-sew supplies. My absolute favorite sections are Re-Purposing and Home Decor. Here are some photos of other projects in the book!
Home Decor Projects
Baby Projects
Quick and Easy Accessories
How would you like a copy? For yourself or to give as a gift! You can also order No-Sew Love here!Â
To be entered to win a copy of No-Sew Love, simply leave a comment below  letting me know what No-Sew Project you would try first!
Giveaway ends September 15th.
Congratulations to the winner, Laurie Logan!
barbara n says
My daughter just built her first home so I would love to make her a table runner and pillows!
Mauri Popp says
I would like to try some home-decor, maybe the table runner first. What a great book to have on hand!
cindyzs/freespiritczs says
Fall Fleece Poncho which is what brought me here from another site, but also like that play mat/toy bag! thanks for the chance 🙂
Cindy Growcock says
The key fob's!! What a wonderful gift! Would absolutely LOVE the book!!!! Thank you
Jenn Fordham says
They all look beautiful but I would love to make a little bag for my daughter's gym clothes! Thanks!
Jennie Dobson says
Love the play mat!
Pam Bowen says
I love the mobile. I work daycare with infants and we hang things from the ceiling for the babies to look at. The mobile is 3D and can be made with different shapes for each season. In the Spring for example butterflies, for Fall pumpkins or colored leaves ect. Pam B
Jessica w says
that play mat is genius!
ET Pruitt says
I would try making the pacifier clips.
Kim Nishimoto says
I would make the table runner first with my daughter and then I would try some of the baby stuff for my grandkids.
Jennifer H says
My daughter would love it if I made the play mat!
Elizabeth says
I like the baby projects!
Laurie Logan says
I love the mat/ toy bag - it's genius! Thanks for the entry!
Gwen H. says
I like the vest. It looks like a fun project to make.
Tashena says
I've been needing a new table runner, so my first project. 🙂
Tashena says
Ohh my goodness gracious! This looks just heavenly!!!! Thank you for a chance. Love your blog, too!!!!!
Cindy H says
I would like to make the key fobs and try many other projects!
Gwendolyn Correa says
I love the playmat!
Jamie Brewer Glorius says
Definitely the play mat toy bag! And any cool stuff to decorate the house with too!
carol says
I would do the key bobbs first. The grand kids (Abby) needs one for her school backpack.
Brittney says
The bag for sure. Way cute ideas!
Beck Beck says
I would like to make the key fobs first! Start little and build my courage up! 😉
diana says
omg.....so many wonderful things to do...would love a copy x
Tonia Jeffery says
I'd love to try the woven wallet.
Wendi Robinson says
oh my gosh that baby mobile would be soooo cute to make!!!!
Nicole says
I have to say I'm quite interested in that no sew playmat and toy bag.
Patricia B says
I would definitely try the baby pacifier keeper project for my great-nephew who is one month old! Thanks for the chance to win this amazing book and thanks for the link to Ashley's blog. Love ya'
Kim adair says
I would like to make the play mat!
Katherine McCallum says
Would love to make the play mat and toy bag! Looks like it would be perfect to make for my grandchildren!