We often get asked what sewing machine we recommend for our kiddo students (and adult students!). In our classes here in Northern Virginia, we use the Singer Styist 7258 sewing machine. We would strongly recommend these little work horses for any beginner or even intermediate sewer wanted to purchase a new machine. There are many […]
We recently hosted a super fun American Girl Doll Yoga & Spa themed crafting class! The girls loved doing yoga poses alongside their AG dolls so we wanted to share the idea with you. AG Doll Yoga Mat: Real adult size yoga mat cut to about 18 inches long by 12 inches inches wide (we found […]
Working on your Girl Scout Painter Brownie badge? (This makes a great add on for that badge!) Love making mini items for your American Girl Doll? Enjoy anything art related? Then you will love this mini sized pretend paint palette tutorial below! You can also buy the mini paint palette like we have in the […]
In one of our recent sewing classes in Aldie, Virginia the kiddos learned how to make a minion stuffed animal! If you know how to hand sew or machine sew (or have someone who can teach you!) here are some ideas and inspiration to make one of your own. We hand sewed this cute minion stuffed animals […]
In one of our recent sewing camps for kids in Chantilly, Virginia we taught the girls to sew some cute food stuffed animals! Want to make a pretend and delicious hot dog meal? See below for some sewing inspiration! If you know how to hand sew or have someone who can teach you this is […]
Hey everyone! Cupcakes and Lace is moving our studio to historic Aldie Virginia in September! We are super excited about our new location in such a cute little town. Located right near the Aldie Mill we will be in an beautiful Victorian house with a wrap around porch. This will give us endless possibilities for […]
Hey crafty moms and Girl Scout leaders! We have a fun contest going on right now for a chance to win a free 18” Doll Party Crafting Kit or Patch Kit of your choice (both Cupcakes and Lace original kits!). Here is more info and rules of the contest: You must make do one of the […]
Cupcakes and Lace Video Center is a super fun page packed with some really neat kids crafting tutorials. If you have not already done so be sure to check out the page right here! Are you a Girl Scout or Girl Scout leader? We show you a quick video on how to make pet rocks […]
Working on your Junior Girl Scout Jeweler Badge? Or just love making jewelry? We have an awesome DIY Jewelry idea for you! In one of our recent summer camps in Northern Virginia we made these neat yarn necklaces. Take a look below to make one for yourself. Supplies: Scissors Metal jewelry chain or you can […]
At one of our recent summer camps in Northern Virginia, we crafted up tons of mini camping themed items for our 18” dolls! The girls had a fun crafting day camp full of all things mini and camping themed! The girls made tents for their doll along with mini sleeping bags, campfire, sit-upon, and smores! They […]