Fun and Easy Baby Shower Crafts

Baby shower crafts can be fun and easy to make. Here are some practical ideas to make sure your shower is a huge success. All you need is a little money, a little bit of time, and a whole lot of heart. These baby craft ideas are perfect for any shower.

Fun and Easy Baby Shower Crafts

~Tutorial: Sew a checky bag~

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~Tutorial: Sew a checky bag~

I made myself a cute quilted bag and I filmed a tutorial of it as I went on! This is an easy bag and suits beginners, too. Cut 16 squares that are 5 inches x 5 inches each from two different fabrics so that you end up with 32 squares. Cut 2 pieces of fabic approx. 20 inches x 20 inches in size for the insides of the bag. Cut two pieces of fabric that are 25 inches x 3.5 inches in size for the handles. The rest is in the video. Hope you enjoy! PS. Please keep in mind that I'm in no way a pro in sewing, so this was just a fun project for myself. :-)

~Tutorial: Sew a checky bag~

~Tutorial: Sew a checky bag~

~Tutorial: Sew a checky bag~

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Is the Serta Mattress the Best on the Market

Serta have been making high quality mattresses for over 70 years and claim to make the world's best mattress. But is their claim justified, especially with the development of the memory foam mattress by new innovative manufacturers?

Is the Serta Mattress the Best on the Market

~Tutorial: Sew a checky bag~

Tube. Duration : 20.53 Mins.

~Tutorial: Sew a checky bag~

I made myself a cute quilted bag and I filmed a tutorial of it as I went on! This is an easy bag and suits beginners, too. Cut 16 squares that are 5 inches x 5 inches each from two different fabrics so that you end up with 32 squares. Cut 2 pieces of fabic approx. 20 inches x 20 inches in size for the insides of the bag. Cut two pieces of fabric that are 25 inches x 3.5 inches in size for the handles. The rest is in the video. Hope you enjoy! PS. Please keep in mind that I'm in no way a pro in sewing, so this was just a fun project for myself. :-)

~Tutorial: Sew a checky bag~

~Tutorial: Sew a checky bag~

~Tutorial: Sew a checky bag~

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Serta are firmly placed near the top of the mattress pile. Along with Sealy, Simmons and Spring Air, Serta dominate the mattress market. Not only are their mattresses found in millions of homes but, the chances are, the next time you check-in to a hotel, it'll be a Serta mattress you'll be sleeping on.

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Is the Serta Mattress the Best on the Market

You can't make a good quality mattress if you don't use top notch materials. There's no denying that Serta does use the best materials. The heart of the Serta mattress is the StabL-Base Double Beam Foundation. It is on this wooden frame that the spring system is mounted. Only the best wood is used - without knots - which would cause structural weaknesses. Also, every mattress Serta makes comes with an advanced open-flame resistance system; FireBlocker. The ticking and quilt layer also uses the best materials.

Is the Serta Mattress the Best on the Market

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A Serta mattress uses the best materials, but does it uses the best manufacturing technology? Serta relies on a spring system to give the customer the correct posture and comfort. The innerspring mattress has been around a long time and remains the most popular type of mattress, and this is the system used by Serta. There are three types of innerspring mattresses; hourglass-shaped, continuous-coil and pocket springs. Serta's Perfect Sleeper series uses continuous coils. Whilst continuous-coil springs are more durable, and maintain their shape longer than hourglass springs, they are inter-linked, which means you're disturbed by the movements of your partner. Pocket springs are different: they are in their own "fabric pocket" rather than being connected to each other like hourglass and continuous-coil springs, thus the springs move a little more independently and you are less affected by your partner's movements. Serta's Perfect Night mattress uses pocket springs. Serta's innerspring mattresses rate highly is many consumer reports; in fact, for the 0 to 00 price range, the Serta Perfect Sleeper is probably one the best innerspring mattresses you can buy.

There's no denying that the memory foam mattress has caused quite a stir in the mattress world and is becoming ever more popular. For people with back problems memory foam mattresses have been shown to improve sleep quality. Serta has finally realized the benefits of the new viscoelastic mattresses and have begun making their own; The International Touch. Serta claim that their memory foam mattress is the cheapest on the market - up to 30% cheaper than the market leader. However, being cheaper doesn't mean better. If you can afford it, you're probably better buying the market leader's memory foam mattress - the market leader being Tempur-Pedic.

But memory foam mattresses aren't everyone's favorite. That's because foam mattresses don't feel as fluffy or squishy as an innerspring mattress with pillow tops and cushy quilted ticking. Also, many consumers have reported a rather unpleasant smell from their new foam mattress.
So, if you prefer the more traditional foam mattress, then you should seriously consider a Serta mattress. Many consumer reviews highly rate the Serta mattress and they have been making mattresses for longer than most. A Serta mattress is good value for money when you consider the quality of materials and manufacturing that goes into the making of each mattress. Serta can claim to make one of the best mattresses on the market.

Is the Serta Mattress the Best on the Market

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There are all kinds of craft ideas, ranging from simple and inexpensive to elaborate and time-consuming. You can choose the project that is right for you based on your budget and the amount of planning and preparation time you have. Baby shower Crafts can made before the shower or during the shower. Again, it is up to you, but here are some things you might want to consider.

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Fun and Easy Baby Shower Crafts

A fun craft idea to do during the shower is to personalize baby gifts as they are opened. Of course, be sure the baby's name is set in stone before you begin this one! All you need to do these crafts is a variety of color fabric paint pens bought at any craft supply store.

Fun and Easy Baby Shower Crafts

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For instance, when the mother opens a gift, the most artistic one in the group can decoratively write the baby's name on the side of the gift. Be sure to check with the mother and see if she is interested in this idea. This can save her time, as most gifts will need to be labeled anyway. Certain gifts may not be appropriate for labeling; use your best judgment. Also, some drying time may need to be allowed. Take care to prevent smudging!

Another great craft idea for involving an older brother or sister is to have him or her paint a picture or write a short baby poem or letter for the new baby. When finished, this project framed and matted simply becomes one of the most meaningful gifts, no matter how artistically done. The older sibling will feel pride in their part of welcoming their new baby brother or sister. Hang or display in a prominent place in the baby's nursery.

A baby themed comic collection is another great baby shower craft idea to help lighten the rough days. Baby shower crafts of this kind takes a little more time and preparation, but what an enjoyable collection when finished!

Enlist others to help hunt down the best and funniest baby themed comics around. Check out magazines and newspapers. Display in a scrapbook or on a poster at the baby shower. Decorate with any appropriate baby trinkets, and be sure to stick with the theme. Who doesn't like a good laugh? And no one will need one more than a new mother after she's had several sleepless nights and lots of dirty diapers to change!

Baby shower crafts that takes a little bit of planning but makes a fabulous sentimental gift is a handprint quilt. You will need to precut quilt squares to do this. Choose fabric and style to match the mother's nursery décor. Make sure you have enough squares - one for each guest.

As guests arrive at the shower, have them stick their hand in paint and make a simple handprint on a single square and sign their name. Try glitter, silver or gold fabric paint for a decorative touch. Let them dry. Then someone sews together the finished project. Optional: leave room for a larger block in the middle that says the baby's name, birth date if known, and the phrase "Surrounded by Love".

Finally, the favorite baby shower crafts - this one's to be done during the actual baby shower. You will need one or two disposable cameras, access to a one hour photo developer, a scrapbook and scrapbooking supplies, and a couple of volunteers. For more information on baby shower scrapbooking ideas go to our page on Scrap Booking Tips.

As guests arrive, take a picture of each guest with the mother or mother and baby, and take several random, candid pictures. You want to photograph the decorations, the table setting, and the cake if there is one.

When the cameras are full, have a volunteer rush to have them developed. I suggest calling your store in advance to let them know what you are doing and to make sure they can meet your time restraints. Then, when the baby shower pictures return, start scrapbooking! Ideally, baby shower guests would get to do the page with their picture on it. Usually, it's easy to keep this project a secret and present at the end of the baby shower.

The mother has an instant keepsake, and again you have saved her valuable time and energy. Whether you're scrapbooking or not, be sure to take lots of pictures. Be sure to set aside adequate space for these baby shower crafts, and delegate as many tasks as possible.

Fun and Easy Baby Shower Crafts

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