A spiraling seersucker pattern quilt makes a tactile treat for little hands and feet. Mix colors and stripes (we used seven types of seersucker), and vary the directions of the stripes.

These adorable hats are reversible and will keep the sun off of your little one's face.

Bring a child's drawing to life with this simple project.

There's no better way to cover a baby's precious toes than with a pair of soft, snug hand-sewn booties.

Suiting fabrics are an unconventional but charming choice for making toy bunnies. Bright cotton shirting adds a surprising pop of color inside the ears.

This backpack isn't just pretty, it's also washable and lined with water-resistant nylon -- perfect for busy kids.

These petite stuffed animals -- a Fair Isle lamb, a cable-knit chicken, and an argyle pig -- are so cuddly and simple to make, you'll want a menagerie.

Create fun-to-wear children's play-clothes out of colorful bandannas.

On chilly days, slip kids' hands into mittens you've decorated to look like ferocious beasts.

A baby's clothes acquire history so quickly: the blanket she came home from the hospital in, the overalls she wore while learning to crawl, the flannel pajamas she slept in. For those items too precious to give away there is a solution more creative and less cluttering than a box in the attic -- a baby memory quilt that is sure to become an heirloom.

On bus or train trips, during wedding ceremonies, or whenever silence is required, keep your child entertained with a homemade felt activity book.

With this sweet adaptation of the classic button-down, a little girl can channel the guy she adores -- Dad. The dress, which fits most children ages 4 to 8, has a drawstring neckline and sleeves.

Use one hankie and a piece of cotton fabric to sew a decorative pillow cover for a baby's room.

These colorful kimonos are ideal for babies, who dislike having clothing pulled on or off over their heads.

Don't toss mismatched socks; instead turn them into charming animals with basic sewing supplies.

This adorable smocked sundress is a perfect project for a summer weekend.

This petite argyle pig is so cuddly, you'll want to produce a whole pen's worth.

Get a load off Dad's back by turning one of his button-downs into a sweet knapsack for his little girl.

Make this adorable felt cherry pie -- it's perfect for any play kitchen.

With just a few basic supplies, you can transform a stray glove into an assortment of whimsical toys that will provide your children with hours of amusement.

Keep pencils and pens in one place -- tuck them into this easy-to-make holder.

This homemade satchel does double-duty as a tote bag and a beach towel. Plus, it has pockets inside for holding snacks, supplies, and more.

These little hand-stitched felt bears have an important duty: safely guarding teeth awaiting pickup by the Tooth Fairy.