Tag: sewing

Colette Patterns Meringue Skirt

~ Pamela Klingensmith ~ 2 Comments

My Meringue Skirt muslin fit great everywhere except the length.  I decided to add 2 inches to the pattern and now I’m ready to go!  The fabric I decided on (I think) is a velveteen print by Anna Maria Horner.  My only reservation is that it is quite a large, bold print and I usually go for something a bit more reserved.  I will have to pay special attention to the cutting layout since it has a nap and and one way print.  Ugh!!!  IMO, cutting is the most dreaded part of sewing.  The rest is fun.  🙂

I would welcome any and all comments on your experience sewing with velvet or velveteen and/or bold prints.  It is with a bit of trepidation that I move forward with this fabric decision.  Thank you for any pointers you wish to share.

Pam

Another Diapers to Go Baby Gift

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Front view

Here’s yet another version of this go-to-baby-gift pattern.  I’ve reviewed it a number of times, so I won’t bore you with another review, but I did want to share photos of this most recent version.  It is a gift for my daughter’s friend.  She had a little boy several months ago, yes, several moths ago.  Okay, better late than never.  LOL



Side view (filled with diapers and wipes)

If the fabric looks familiar, it is because I used leftover’s from this post.

Revised closure

The only thing I changed on the pattern was the closure, which I revised with the version that I made last June.



Inside view

On my cutting table now is a clothing item for myself.  Stay tuned for pics to come.  What are you starting off sewing this new year?

Pam

Quick & Easy Scrappy Christmas Trees

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Here’s a great way to use up those Christmas print scraps.  It is a free pattern download from the Baby Lock Web site.  This is such a quick and easy scrappy Christmas tree.  I sewed up two of these in a matter of minutes, and I plan to sew at least eight more this afternoon.  I am using them on Christmas packages such as this:

So there ya’ go.  A very quick last-minute sewing project that adds a great handmade touch to your Christmas presents or even to your tree.  Have fun!

Pam