pj bottoms, part deux

Another pair sewn from the same pattern. Sewn from clearance fabric ($1.20 a yard, which took just over 2 yards for capri length). The fabric is pink with black, pink and white stripes that are sewn on, not printed. Used a pink and black polka dot ribbon for drawstring, which was easier than last time.

I am planning to make more, and will use Craft Apple's drawstring suggestion next time.

more tissue pouches

I needed to make a few gifts, so I sewed more tissue pouches. I really can't stop myself. Someone needs to intervene. (I think I now have four for myself!)

bag

Sewn from the Amy Butler pattern "In Town Bags." The exterior is a floral duckcloth, which was interfaced (even though the pattern doesn't call for it). Used a vintage button for closure, and instead of a ribbon loop, I sewed a fabric loop.

pj bottoms

From McCalls pattern #4979. Sewn in "capri-length." Sewn from new "vintage" fabric from the vintage collection at Jo-Ann (which was on clearance for $1.20 a yard). Very simple, except for the narrow drawstring. It was a pain to turn. Will try again with a different drawstring (ribbon ?).

a tote and a tissue holder

A butterfly tote sewn from home dec fabric (which was interfaced) and lined with white muslin. The handle is white cotton webbing.

Another pocket-sized tissue holder. Sewn from a watermelon fat quarter (perfect size for wristlets, too!) and interfaced. Lined with solid black.

These are birthday gifts for a friend.

a few projects

Fabric balls, tissue pouch, and another headband (for a gift).

Oops! Sorry. Here is a link for the fabric ball. I actually copied and pasted the "pattern" into Word and then enlarged it by clicking on the box and dragging it. It is stuffed with polyfill and there is a small beanbag of lentils in the very center. (The idea for the beanbag came from here. I can't take the credit.)

green wee bunnies

for two wee boys (Jack and Mason). Again from this free pattern. Vintage button eyes and a store-bought pom-pom tail (left over from Taylor's very first Halloween costume).

a wristlet

minus the wrist strap... so it's really just a zippered pouch from this tutorial. First attempt with zipper in nearly 10 years, but I sewed zipper on right to left. Oops!

green and hot pink bag

Sewn from this thrifted sheet with hot pink bias tape trim and handle. (Interfaced exterior.) I've been loving these bags, and I tried to mock the shape and idea. The handle is a little flimsy (just bias tape), but I like the bag. I used a vintage button for decoration on the front. There is no closure and it is deep enough that I don't think things will "pop" out. Lined with thrifted yellow sheet and has a pocket (made of exterior fabric).

more capris

More capris for Spenser. Sewn from more clearanced fabric that I bought over the weekend. Yellow with pink flowers.

Wee Bunny

A Wee Bunny from this free pattern. Made of leftover pink flannel and new "vintage" fabric that was bought on clearance. The bottom has a beanbag stuffed with lentils to help her stand.

And Spenser is holding it high so everyone can get a good look!

an outdoor pillow

An outdoor pillow for the rocking chair on my deck. It was Martha's idea.

Used a vinyl tablecloth from Target ($2.99) and stuffed with polyfill. I originally intended to use a pillow form (14" x 14"), but I sewed the opening too small to fit the pillow in without tearing the vinyl, so I stuffed it instead.

Super quick and easy. I'm talking, like, less than 10 minutes (including measuring, cutting, sewing, reinforcing seams, trying to shove a pillow form in a small hole, trying to rip out some stitches only to realize the vinyl was tearing, going into the next room to retrieve the stuffing, stuffing the pillow, sewing the opening shut). Whew! I'm tired!

update: it unexpectedly rained last night and the pillow's batting stayed dry! and it was very comfortable to sit on the rocking chair today.

a shoulder bag

Sewn from thrifted sheets (and using a vintage button closure). Made from this tutorial. Quick and easy!

update: I did use interfacing on the exterior.

more capris for Spenser

These turned out a little better than the last. No official pattern. The fabric is a sweet light blue with blue and pink roses and pink rosebuds. Very sweet.

capris and a bag

Capris and a matching bag for Spenser. Sewn from a thrifted sheet. Capris were traced from an existing pair of pants and shortened in length. Bag is lined with fuschia lining (left over from my zebra coat) with a cotton cord handle.

tissue holder

Tissue holder made to hold the pocket-size tissue pouch. Sewn from a handkerchief and lined with white and black polka dot fabric. Interfaced the handkerchief for a little more stability.

baby kimono

Little baby kimono sewn from a vintage pattern. The exterior is pink flannel and is lined with something pink and silky (I don't know what it is called), and has a vintage button closure.

apron

An apron for a gift. Sewn from thrifted sheet, with pocket from pillowcase and vintage button.

scalloped-edged apron

First attempt at the scalloped hem. Our internet went out during the process, so I couldn't refer back to the instructions, so I proceeded by memory. Apparently pregnancy brain kicked in. The scallops are a little pointy. However, I changed a little something from the tutorial. I used a little bit of "heat 'n bond" or "witch stitchery" along the hem to keep the hem up.

Again, sewn from a thrifted sheet, with a vintage button on the pocket.

an apron ... for me

My first attempt at an apron without a pattern (I need patterns!). Sewn from thrifted sheets and pillowcases, adorned with a vintage button. Sewn pocket on an angle similar to these cute pockets. (I know the apron looks wide, but remember, I am 6 months pregnant! It fits me now!!!)

Tips: The bottom hem of the apron was the bottom hem of the sheet (one less thing to press and sew!). Also, the tie was made from the top hem of the sheet. I folded it in half, pressed it, and then tucked in the one raw edge. It's a great thickness and one less thing to measure and cut out.