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When I was pregnant I had dreams of making all sorts of things for baby and myself.  Nesting hit me hard but most of my time was spent in the kitchen.  One thing I was able to craft for after baby was nursing pads.  I made some from pretty green flannel and I made some from some old ratty t-shirts.  I thought the flannel ones would be so comfortable and soft and most importantly...a pretty green color.  As it turns out, the flannel would stick to tender spots and leave lint.  They were also a bit stiff  and generally were the last I reached for.  The old ratty t-shirts that had been washed countless times were perfectly soft, perfectly lint free, and perfectly flexible.  After more than a year, I still use them every single day. I made them with four layers of fabric.  I found that it was the perfect thickness, thin enough to double up when needed, but substantial enough to stand on their own once things settled into a routine.  I d...

I made a drawstring backpack like this years ago and I use it all the time.  Its great for hiking because its small and lightweight but its big enough to hold your keys, wallet, and a snack (always pack a snack).  I also use them when I'm out being a tourist or shopping a flea market or going to the park.  Basically anytime a purse or big bag would be a hassle but you still need to carry your keys and your phone (and your snack!) This bag is made from woven fabric.  Something like calico or quilter's cotton is what I usually use.  You can use print or solid for the outside, you could also make a quilt block for the front.  For the lining I recommend a light colored solid fabric.  I dark or printed fabric can make it harder to find what you need inside your bag.  The video will show you step by step how to make this bag.  Here are some highlights: Materials: 1/2 yd of fabric for the outside; 1/2 yd of fabric for the lining; 12 yards of worste...