Long before little Lucy arrived I had prepared my monthly post for ilovetocreate. It was back when I was in the process of nesting and I spent a few weeks creating some baby clothes and thought that some super simple hats made from upcycled t-shirts would be an easy and fun project. And now that Lucy is here I actually had a teeny tiny little model!
I always like to first raid my closet or clothing that would otherwise get donated before I purchase fabric. And since I have WAY too many t-shirts that I don't wear I decided to use a few of them.
I started by drawing out the shape of the hat.
Because I was short on time (again) I decided not to sew the hat but instead use Aleene's Fabric Fusion Fabric Adhesive Pen. It is non toxic and completely washable and one of my favorite "no sew" products to use.
I applied the glue to the inside edges of the hat- the tiny applicator tip is perfect for small projects.
Of course I couldn't resist creating some rolled fabric flowers (see my tutorial here) to add to a couple of the hats.
I glued the fabric flowers to the hat and let everything dry for around 36 hours.
Last I tied a knot at the end of the top of the cap- this can be adjusted depending on the size and desired length.
I created a handful of caps in different colors and patterns.
And just like that I have a little collection of baby caps all ready for Lucy to wear!
Oh my gosh, she's adorable! And the hats are cute too... well done :)
ReplyDeleteShe is sooo sweet!! Cute hats.. Congrats Mama :)
ReplyDeleteI know you are so happy,,,your little girl is so sweet. My "baby" daughter is now 29 years old. Enjoy everyday, they go too fast!!!
ReplyDeleteDebbie S.
I usually don't care much for babies, but your little baby is soooo cute!!! Congratulations! I'm very happy for you!
ReplyDeleteoh these are so cute and lucy is totally rocking the marigold.
ReplyDeleteAdorable! I love the flower detail!
ReplyDeleteLucy is so sweet! Fantastic hats!! Cute, easy and super practical idea!
ReplyDeleteSuper fabulous! I can't wait to make one!
ReplyDeleteOh my! Cute hats, even cuter baby!
ReplyDeleteLucy is so cute :) she looks adorable in the hat you made. Congrats again to you both.
ReplyDeleteNice baby hats and such a cute model! And she's such a lucky girl to have such an imaginative and creative mama!
ReplyDeleteOh, Alisa, she is so perfect! Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteBonjour Alisa!
ReplyDeleteToutes mes félicitations pour cette magnifique jeune fille!!!
Il est adorable ce bébé...
Je n'ai plus qu'à me réjouir à présent des bébés qui naîtront chez mes enfants (j'ai eu 4 enfants). Ma fille Fauve a un petit Nathan qui aura 1 an (déjà!) le 25 novembre prochain. Et tout juste hier soir, mon fils aîné m'a appris qu'il allait être papa début avril...
Donc, si ma belle-fille accepte, je veut bien essayer de créer ces si adorable petits bonnets que portent votre bébé...
Merci pour l'idée ingénieuse...
Je vous fais de gros bisous à vous deux... Prenez bien soin de vous.
perfection! yes she is. the hats are cute too.
ReplyDeleteShe is the most beautiful baby, I hope she is as good as she looks,and the little hat is such a fun idea.
ReplyDeletethese little hats are adorable, and they are just perfect on precious Lucy. Alisa, she looks so cozy and content.
ReplyDeletethese little hats are adorable, and they are just perfect on precious Lucy. Alisa, she looks so cozy and content.
ReplyDeleteCongrats Alisa! Lucy is darling and we at Art Camp for Women are thrilled for you! You were right, little Lucy came the same week as October Camp! She could have been our youngest Camper! Enjoy your little sweetie, Lorri and Lori
ReplyDeleteoh my, a little bit of heaven in a sweet, sweet hat.... blessings...
ReplyDeleteLucy is so very, very beautiful!!! The hats are adorable. I wonder how a 58 year old would look in one? :D
ReplyDeleteSo adorable and a great idea.
ReplyDeleteOh the prettiest little thing in world she is - how clever you are!!!
ReplyDeleteAw how sweet!
ReplyDeletelovely!
ReplyDeletethe project
hats
... and Lucy!
gorgeous photos of a gorgeous baby!!
ReplyDeleteLucy is adorable! And so is the wonderful hat you created. Great idea Alisa!
ReplyDeleteI could spend hours standing still admiring such a beautiful little girl! Sooo sweet :)
ReplyDeleteHmmm, It looks very stylish, both are easy.
ReplyDeleteAlso, I admire your hair your models. Hair model in the photo on the left, how did you do?
She's an adorable model and what a great idea for creating hats for her to wear. Love it!
ReplyDeleteLucy is stylin' already! She is precious and the hats are a great idea.
ReplyDeleteI so miss the age when you can pose them any which way you like and they sleep through it all!!! She is just adorable!
ReplyDeleteThe model is spectacularly adorable.
ReplyDeleteOH! Sorry... I was supposed to comment about the hats? *wink* Precious. Soooo creative. You'll get a lot of mileage out of those!
Have not checked your blog in a while but glad to see Lucy made it here safe and sound and that you are well too. She is so beautiful. Congrats. Enjoy those first few tiring months~they go by too quick!!
ReplyDeleteLucy is such a sweetheart. You are going to have so much fun making all kinds of things for her!
ReplyDeleteBrilliant! Incredibly beautiful images of an incredibly beautiful baby.
ReplyDeleteYour hats are adorable and your beautiful baby looks perfect in them. she looks like a little flower.
ReplyDeleteToo cute! both little Lucy and the hats. Congrats Mama!
ReplyDeleteWhat a little beautiful model she is!AriadnefromGreece!
ReplyDeleteSoo cute.. adorable!
ReplyDeleteChristel
You are amazing!! These little caps are so adorable and Lucy is absolutely perfect! Congrats!!
ReplyDeletethere is only one thing for me to say ...............ur simply amazing
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Gosh you are creative
ReplyDeleteLucy Matisse is beautiful! Love the name and the hats. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteSo. Stinkin'. Cute.
ReplyDeleteHow cute is this!!! She's so lovely... and looks warm and cozy in her cute little hat!
ReplyDeleteAdorable Lucy. Adorable hats.
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Thanks for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteShe is the best model ever! And such cute hats, too.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, she is so cute I can't stand it. The hat is wonderful, too.
ReplyDeleteLove the hats, they are adorable. And what a gorgeous model! :)
ReplyDeleteYou and dad must be "giddy" with happiness! Your little girl is a beautiful baby!
ReplyDeleteHow did you know this color would be the exact one for her? Take care and protect our little one! Hugs! Loretta
She is so cute!!! She is lucky to have such a creative mom like you.
ReplyDeleteWhat.. no way! I thought the yellow hat was the inspiration piece that you were trying to recreate! Lols. I should know better by now. Awesome job, and it looks better than anything I've seen on the market. Can't wait to see her in the black-and-white.
ReplyDeleteLucy is so sweet!!she´s a angel :)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy every second, it´s great to be mama
I love your ideas!!!
Rita
She is absolutely gorgeous and makes the perfect cute-hat model!
ReplyDeleteWelcome,Lucy! Congrats on your beautiful baby, Alisa. The project is gorgeous, too.
ReplyDeleteWhat a little darling! Lucy, you look fab in that hat. Your Momma is going to make you the most fashionable baby in town!
ReplyDeleteHow cute is she? Did you dye any of the white T-shirts or choose them for what they were?
ReplyDelete**Smooch**
ReplyDeletePrettiest little model I have ever seen....
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful blessing.
So cute and lovely baby and hat! It suits her perfectly!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous idea and doesn't Lucy look so cute wearing one of her bespoke hats.
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I've been a fan of your work for some time now, and was so excited to see that our baby was due just a day or so before your little one. :) I loved reading your pregnancy posts, seeing your artwork... so inspiring. And now the adorable baby posts! Yippeee! Congrats on your beautiful Lucy!
ReplyDeleteAnd the hats -- SO adorable. I must whip up a batch for our baby Donovan!
oh gracious...she is a beauty and the hats are simply precious on her!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous sweet little soul....love the hats.
ReplyDeletejust the best!! :) xo
ReplyDeleteSo sweet!!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations!!!!! She is so cute and sweet. I'm name is Vane and I'm a Spanish. I read your blog every week. Today when I saw the pictures of your baby..... I decided to write to you. Another time, congratulations!!!
ReplyDeleteoh my gosh.... adorable, and the hat is too! t. xoxoxoox
ReplyDeleteThis is sooo sweet. I have a brand new grandson....I may try this. Love your blog and your style. Do you have a button I could grab?
ReplyDeleteLucy is absolutely gorgeous! Congratulations. Those hats will definitely keep her little head warm through winter.
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable little baby!!
ReplyDeletecould she be any cuter? love the hats as well.
ReplyDeleteLucy and the hat are the most adorable things EVER!
ReplyDeleteJessi xox
your little girl is pure perfection. as all babies are. congratulations.
ReplyDeletelove it! i'd like to make one of these for my baby cousin that's coming this weekend! is there a way to print that pattern drawing? i'm just not sure how big to make it, and i'm not able to save that drawing.
ReplyDeletethanks for sharing!
Can you post the measurements? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWith your permission I will use your tutorial for premature babies's hats for a hospital in Budapest (Hungary). They are lovely.
ReplyDeleteThese are super quick, easy, adorable hats!! I am going to raid my closet/drawers right now and am planning to make one for my friend's baby, due in September.
ReplyDeleteSomeone else asked if you could post the measurements; I think that would be really helpful.
Thanks again!!
hello thanks for this.
ReplyDeleteHat is very cute, very warm
ReplyDeleteFabulous idea. Can not wait to make for my granddaughter.
ReplyDeleteReally i am impressed from this post.thanks for sharing your great.
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Wonderful article, thanks for putting this together! This is obviously one great post.
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