I finally got my two wallets done after months of waiting to gather all the supplies I needed. The ycame out pretty nice but there were many struggles along the way. Although this is an easy pattern to do - you need to make sure you are using the right
needle
foot
and stitch length
Pattern - NCW from emmaline
I forgot to post this cute shirt I made for my granddaughter. She really loves it.
from Cloth & Caboodle
I have been so busy with c+my classes and some family issues that I forgot to post my newest make. I made some keyfobs the other day for an upcoming craft fair. They were a great scrap buster and pretty simple to make. Can't wait to make some more.
I ran across a tutorial for these cute diy doll sized pop-its. They were very easy to put together using simple items you can get at your local Dollar Tree. I hope the girls love them!
Items needed:
craft foam
half pearl or puffy stickers
glue
paint or paint markers
puffy paint for the lines
mod podge to seal
safety pins or sewing pins to hold the outside rim onto the heart while drying
Video Tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXzQAmdaPPE
Ive been busy working on a couple of tester patterns that I cant share just yet. But soon.
Also I have been working on making a set of wallets for myself and a matching purse will be in the works too. I cant wait to get this set done.
Yesterday I made a cat bed for my new kitty for when she gets here. It was an extremely easy sew and only took about an hour to complete. I used some fabric I had o
I made this cute tank top using So Sew English's pattern. I used a mystery fabric bundle from walmart. It came out really cute and was an easy sew. Next time I will adjust the straps just a little tighter.
I got the pleasure of testing the Riley Romper & Dress pattern from Peek-a-boo pattern shop. This was an almost easy sew ( I hate binding). I used some cute DBP from SoSewEnglish.
You can find the pattern here:
https://www.peekaboopatternshop.com/riley-romper-dress-pattern
Finished these two sets up last night. This a Made 4 Mermaids pattern. I had to do something for monochromatic week for the 52 week sewing challenge so I decided to make some blankets and pillows with pillowcases. They look so cute. They were an easy sew and pretty quick to get done. Another item to put away for the girls for christmas.
I got my NCW (Necessary Clutch Wallet) done today. My grandma had mentioned to me that she needed a new wallet and forgot to look at them on her trip to walmart. She only goes so many times every few months. So I decided to make this wallet for her.Was a very easy pattern to put together. I did have issues with the zipper tape and pull and also the rivets. It was a first for those as well as the wallet. This was the first and it wont be the last one I make.
This pattern is from Emmaline.
I just got done sewing this cute spring stripes fabric into a Be the Leader romper. And I am loving how cute it is. Cant wait for my granddaughter to see it tomorrow. I accidentally cut the flounce wrong so decided it was the perfect size to make 2 skirts for the girl's dolls.
Pattern: Be the Leader romper from Ellie and Mac
Aff link:
https://www.ellieandmac.com/?aff=2552
I have been procrastinating on making this and I have no idea why. It was such an easy sew. I made this cute High Hopes Dolman the other day. It is an Ellie and Mac pattern. I really like how it came out. The fabric is so comfy! It will be great on those cool nights. This is a shirt that is supposed to look big and drape around your body.
Aff link below:
https://www.ellieandmac.com/?aff=2552 High Hopes Dolman
This is the new Ayanna top in crop length and Iggy shorts. There were really easy to sew up. My granddaughter loved them and she got to tye dye them herself. This is part of the new Spring / Summer release over at Cloth and Caboodle.
Use code:
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My granddaughter is sure loving her Bali dress. She calls it her princess dress and I could not get it off of her at first to hem. It was a very easy sew and I plan on making several more. This is part of the new Spring / Summer release over at Cloth and Caboodle.
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I finished my reading challenge the other day. Yay....... There are still 7 months left this year. I might go back and do an earlier challenge.
I have read 72 books this year so far. Yes 72. Thats a lot. The 73rd will prob. be done tonight.
2021 PopSugar Reading Challenge Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2022257517989414
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These cute Fraser shorts are part of a new Spring / Summer release on May 12th from Cloth and Caboodle. My granddaughter loves how comfy they are.They were pretty easy to sew until I got to the binding. Not as easy for a new sewist but I got it done it may not be perfect but they are cute and comfy.
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Today I got to make a Be Trendy Halter Top. I was surprised at how easy it was to make. I used a mystery bundle of fabric from Walmart as a muslin. (sample make to test the fit) My brother came over and he said that my top did not even look handmade. Thats an awesome compliment. It fits really good and is very comfortable.
The Be Trendy Halter Top is a free pattern offered by Ellie & Mac. Every week E&M have a Wacky Wednesday sale where a few patterns are marked at a sale price of $1. Each Monday the patterns change that are on sale.
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And I cant wait until I am able to share it with you.. It looks like the designer is going to release them all together as a mix and match type thing. But they are cute. I just cant wait. That is five pieces so far that I have tested and theres more that I didnt test.
I am enjoying sewing. I cant wait to make myself some cute shirts. My goal is to make myself a one of a kind hoodie to replace my old one that I keep wearing that is falling apart. I just havent found "that" fabric that I am looking for yet. When I see it I will know. Plus Im getting experience sewing other items now.
Well months ago my daughter sent me a picture of a macrame shelf. So I finally decided to try a diy version. I was gonna to try to copy it but decided to figure out my own version copying a copy of different youtube videos.
So far I have come up with this. I am not sure what I want to do with the bottom of the middle piece yet. And there will be two side pieces on each side.
Credit:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3ze5JRJF2c
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TgbmVD2X2uc
Since my last post I have made two more test patterns for the same designer that I cannot wait to share. That is when the pattern goes live. I got to say the last one I made was absolutely my most favorite so far. It has been a long month as I lost my mother a month ago today. Sewing has helped me keep my mind occupied.
As soon as I can I will post the cute clothes I made.
I cant wait to show them off. I will be letting my granddaughter and niece tye dye them so they will be matching but not matching. Again they are too cute and I cant wait to share.
I made this cute shirt for my granddaughter. She picked out the front pieces and cut the pattern out and sewed them together with my help. As soon as the front got sewed together she didnt like it. I had to bribe her to put it on. It looks so cute on her. This was an easy pattern to follow even for a beginner.
This is the Sew Scrappy Kids pattern from Ellie N Mac
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I found this cute Walmart mystery fabric bundle and it was screaming grandma would love this at me. I have to get it. 3 yards for $8. I could not pass it up. I used a pattern from Ellie n Mac called Breezy with 3/4 sleeves and a peplum bottom. My first one was a large, because the pattern had called for a 4 way stretch and this fabric was only a 2 way I was not aware I needed to size up. At least there is enough fabric to make another one. But i love how it came out. I do need to finish the hem on the bottom. But I will be making another one real soon to surprise my grandma with.
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I am so excited to say I applied to be a tester for a new pattern and I am one of the chosen testers. This is exciting for me. I got my pattern printed and put together, some measurements taken. And after a few questions with the designer I am ready to trace my pattern out and get to cutting. Updates later.........
As the first month of the year is ending in a few short hours I have managed to read / listen to 21 books this month. All but two of them are for the prompts in the Pop Sugar Reading Challenge. I really enjoy doing this challenge.This is my second year doing this challenge. It opens me up to books I would not normally read. I love fantasy and horror. Some of my favorite authors are: Nora Roberts, Stephen King, Cassandra Clare, James Patterson and you know I gotta throw some Nicholas Sparks in there too. This are just a few of my favorites. Ive been talking to my granddaughter about how reading takes you into another world. She looks at me like I'm crazy. She's six. Do you love to read? What are you reading now?
Hello. It's been a little while since I posted. I started a new craft in the last few months. This only started because I wanted to make some doll clothes for my granddaughter and nieces dolls. It has really been a journey. Ive gotten frustrated and set things aside for a couple of months, only to picked them back up to try again. And guess what? I finished them.
I bought my sewing machine back in 2015/2016 and it sat in the box. I had originally started the butterrick pattern the summer of 2019. I had never sewn before and every time I touched my sewing machine it broke. I ended up putting it aside until covid happened. I had to make some masks for family members and decided to figure out how to use my sewing machine. I figured out what I was doing wrong and how to use it.
They have turned out so cute. Im looking forward to making many more outfits for the dolls but am also looking to branch out and make myself and my granddaughter some shirts, pj's, sweaters etc. I also would love to try to make myself a wallet and purse. I also have a sewing machine bag in mind too. But step by step here. Im hoping to start something a little bigger in size from doll clothes soon. Here are a couple of the items I have made so far.( Pattern credits below the images.)
little yoke dress (minnie mouse) happy bankky
Sunsuit - (black and gray outfits) butterrick B6001
A line dress - Be chic forever
ruffle flutter sleeve dress (purple) - happy bankky
