Pants

On Sunday - in an effort to wipe out my WIP's, I grabbed two large bits of fabric (that were earmarked for skirts) and started cutting out pants.

Then I got sidetracked with the million other things needing to be done. So that was that.
But today I had some time - so I sewed them up. I even got to play with my overlocker for the first time since buying it.

I even got them done in time to bake a hummingbird cake before school pick up.

Now I can't wait to have a warm shower and get in my new super comfy jammie pants and curl up to watch My Kitchen Rules.
What are you doing tonight?


K xxx

Flooded in

We are in the midst of some crazy weather right now. Yesterday we were flooded in. See the creek in front of the tree line - it's meant to be way behind them.

 Luckily we still had power so I made the most of it and had a sewing afternoon.
I made my girl a cushion using Tula's free pattern

Although I made a bit boo boo on the front (I used a water print on the bottom bit - duh!) my girly loves it. So I'm happy with that.
Today I'm cooking up a batch of banana muffins.

 And trying to wade my way through the unfinished projects hanging off my table.

Kel xxx

Body Pillow (Christmas present)

I managed to finish off the body pillow cover. And I'm pretty happy with how it turned out. Especially considering I used only scraps. That makes me feel good!

 I based it on a pattern by Tula Pink from her book. All the bars on the front are scraps from my sons quilt.

 For the background I used scraps of denim from a dress that I'm making.

And the back I pieced together scraps from his quilt and also some Amy Butler dots from his pocket pillow

I hope he likes it!

Hooray a finish

So the torture continued.
I managed to finish the pouch. Hooray you might think. Oh yes, so did I.

 Then I went to take a pic inside - and the zip crumbled in my hands. Destroyed.

I gave up there and then. I couldn't take any more failure.

Yesterday I went to sew with my friend and nervously finished another pouch. No breakages. Finally.

So today I braved making another Spice Market tote. Surprise. A finish. Starting to feel the mojo coming back.

 I used some heavy interfacing on this one. I wanted it thick and sturdy.

 About time, I say. Now I can get back to sewing and knocking some things off my to do list.

Since this week I only managed one.
I think I need to re write that list.

Hope you are having a beautiful weekend

K xxx

Fail

So I started out Monday with very good intentions. I got straight to cutting & sewing. I made 9 list takers instead of 4. But I got stuck at the end as I don't have the correct size note pads. And I need a water soluble pen.

 So I have them ordered and I packed away the list takers.

 Then Tuesday I tried to make the coin purses that mum wants. I bought a pattern but there is about 30 pieces to it. Um no. Not for 6 of them thanks.
So I tried the little pattern Mum wanted. It was the most terrible finish you've ever seen.

So I quit for the day, made pizza and relaxed with the kids.
Yesterday I came up with a plan B. I found a tutorial and tried it out. I messed it up. But it is easy enough to have another go at it. This one didn't get thrown across the room!

 I should have moved onto pouches today but my sweet girl needs a bag for gym. So she raided my Field Study stash last night and chose these.

SO today I am trying to make the bag - I'm going to make Amy Butlers Spice Market tote bag, and the big pouches for Christmas. I only have to do 2. And bake some muffins for hubby. And I'll save the pouches for tomorrow when I have a free day as I teach my friend to sew every Friday.
Crossing my fingers for a bit more success today.

Job 1 done - 1 to go

Today I finished off a job for a friend. She wanted 4 crayon cases.

They were not without problems - which were totally due to the fact that I had 9 hours sleep over 3 days and was exhausted. Note to self - DO NOT SEW WHEN TIRED!!

So glad they are all done and ready to be sent off to their new home.
Also on the sewing front - I replaced my elephant pin cushion today. I used Heather Bailey's Square Deal pincushion pattern

It turned out a bit funky but it'll do. It was so hot today - I don't think I could concentrate properly.
If it cools down over the weekend I might make a start on my Multi tasker tote. I'm pretty excited to make this one. It looks fabulous!

Better go and start cooking. Got much to do tonight.
Have a fabulous Friday!

K xxx

Little progress

I have got fabric piling up over my dining chairs. From the left is my Queen backing - I have the front & the batting - I just can't baste it on my own. It's massive. I'm intimidated.
Then in the centre is the fabric for two skirts - not even halfway cut out yet.
Then on the right is 2 dresses and a top. Only the denim has been cut out for them all.
And I have a pair of little boy pants that truly need to be made. Haven't gone anywhere near that fabric yet.
So my plan today is to just get everything cut out - and out of my dining room, so that at least when I have the time to sew, I can just do it.
Wish I had some little helper elves ;o)

Oh and hubby has told me I have to get rid of my scrapping stuff. Of which I have a ton. So check back - I may have something you'd be interested in. Lots of SC kits & stamps & punches and bits.

Have a fabulous Friday.

K xxx

On hold and a delivery

This week was meant to be skirt making - but I'm temporarily on hold as I forgot to get a few notions. So while I wait for it to arrive - and perfect timing that my parcel arrived today - I have an order for a baby quilt. So I'm going to try and get the cutting done tomorrow, the quilting on Thursday and post it off on Friday. I could be wishful thinking there.
Anyway onto my package. I bought these 3 patterns.

Some Amy Butler Cameo for the baby quilt. With some extra 'Hopscotch in Lake' destined to be a dress.

And some more Birds and the bees. Bought because I love it. Not for anything I have planned yet. But I really love the whole collection. I want to stash it all!!!

Anyway - better go and get started on dinner, have to head back to school with my girl and her BF tonight for subject selection. So no playing with fabric for me just yet :o(

Hope you having a Happy Tuesday 

K xxx

Scraps and plans

I made a pouch from my bag scraps today using this pattern by Elizabeth Hartman.

I also got some deliveries:
Some kits and patterns from Sweetwater

And some gorgeous Melody Miller typewriter fabric from Frances of Miss Matatabi. 
I have been looking for them for so long. I got 3 half yards.

Yummo!
Tomorrow I am definitely going to start on my homework for my top. I mustn't get behind. And possibly work on another project on my to do list.

What are your plans this week?

Something new & a redo

The redo - It was driving me nuts - so I just had to do it. I topstitched through both the bag & the extender panel & the handles. It feels much more finished to me and I absolutely adore it.

And something new -

Today I'm working on the lunch mats. Maybe if I finish them I can do the cutting for my next project. I just haven't decided what it should be yet.

Have a happy Sunday.

K xxx

Anna Maria Horner Art Student Tote

I finally finished. I had to stop and take a trip to Spotlight to grab a magnetic snap. Once I was home it only took another hour and ta da!!

I used Tula Pink's The Birds and the Bees Collection. I chose to do the full size tote with the extension panel.

I struggled a bit to decipher the instructions. I would have liked more diagrams. But it turned out ok. If I could do it again I'd use heavier interfacing as I don't really like floppy bags and I'd also like to topstitch the top of the bag.
But other than that, I love it.

And I can happily strike another project off the list ;o)
If I keep going like this - I may just finish it all before Christmas!!

Work in progress

I was aiming to get it all done today but I failed.
I did get all the pieces cut out.

And I made the pockets

I did finish the d-rings. And I'm hoping to complete the straps tonight.
Then I'll save the rest for tomorrow.
I can't wait to finish it. I love it already!!

4 on Thursday

I succumbed to the cute charms of my pillow - and the softness sucked me right in too. Everytime I walk into my room - it makes me smile. And I had the best sleep of my life on it. Total winner!!


Had to get some supplies the other day...elastic, fabric......and hubby threw in an overlocker too. Haven't had a play yet. But hoping to start something tomorrow.

I can't keep putting it off as I have these cuties to play with. So. so sweet.

And lastly I signed up for the Fall Wardrobe Class. I am so so excited. Can't wait until class starts.

Have a happy day -

 K xxx

Inspiration overload

A few months ago I preordered a book by Tula Pink. You know, the amazing designer that created the fabric that I used in my daughters quilt & pocket pillow.
Yesterday, it arrived.
First of all - I almost didn't want to open it - the label was so cute. I am a sucker for cute packaging.

 And when I finally did open it - (after saving the awesome label), I pulled out this beautiful book.

From cover to cover - it is amazing. I couldn't get enough. My mind was swirling with ideas instantly. Best money I have spent in ages. Tula's mind is just creative genius.
There's plenty of quilts to try plus cushions and other bits.
If you only buy one sewing book this year - I'd recommend it be this one!
I abolutely love it.
Now my fingers are really itching to start something.

Pocket pillows

I finally made it. And of course I had to do 2 at the same time. One for my beautiful boy and one for my gorgeous girl.
I loved this pattern by Nova from "a cuppa and a catch up"
I really enjoyed making them.

I used all my Tula Pink Price Charming leftovers for this one. To match my daughters quilt.

And this one was all the leftovers from my son's quilt - some Michael Miller, Daisie Janie, Basic Grey and some Amy Butler.
The only thing I bought for these were the cushion inserts and the lining fabrics. About $22. Not bad I say!
Hmmm? What to make next??  :o)

Have a lovely weekend,