Funky Five: Free Patterns

1. Graduation Teddy from All About Ami

2. Mini-Tent Pattern + Tutorial from Sew, Mama, Sew!

3. DIY Scallop Button Up Skirt from NETTE

4. Stuffed Fabric Turtles from Make It and Love It

5. Robin's Nest from Audrey's Knits

Chunky Chooky

Chunky Chooky is the place to find funky threads and cool things for small people. Cath Young, an Australia-based designer, uses recycled fabric from a furniture upholsterer and some vintage fabric, plus wool felt & scraps of discarded clothes to create fun softies & happy pants. Imaginative children & adults alike are sure to love humorous creatures like Raver Riley. And who could pass up the sweet face on Clementine von Vanderbeetle? My favorite design may be a Wabbit named Camilla that is made from a mixture of recycled upholstery fabric, cotton and recycled denim. Of course, my favorite part is that she has a felt carrot in case she gets hungry. And what about those happy pants, you ask. They are children's pants that are designed to grow with your child - no zippers, no buttons. Made with a generous waist, they will fit for a long time and can be utilized as little shorts next season.

Haciendo el Indio

Haciendo el Indio is a Spain-based business featuring children's goods created by artist Cristina Serrano. The wall art collection features adorable illustrations that children are sure to love. There's also textiles featuring similar illustrations that your child can wear, including bib-napkins. The plush animals are perfect for creative and imaginative children who tire easily of ordinary toys. I also love the tiny jewels that are part of the jewelry collection for moms & babies created by Haciendo el Indio and Colgado de Ti fashion jewelry. These lovely designs can be purchased via Haciendo el Indio's Big Cartel shop.

Hiccup Inc.

Hiccup Inc. creates children's decor that is modern & hip. The wooden pull toys are a new take on the old toys many may remember from their own childhood. You can also purchase wooden shapes to decorate your child's room or nursery. I love the wooden picture frames that are available in a variety of pattern & color combinations. And the wooden blocks are the perfect item to spice up any nursery. These decorative blocks are also available in piggy bank form. Check out the Hiccup blog for more information about their upcoming appearance on Martha Stewart's show. Also, be sure to enter the children's goods giveaway by midnight CST for your chance to win your own Schoolyard theme decorative baby block.