Well I didn't go to any organised displays.The kids were at their dad's so they went out with him.I set my sewing machine up and opened the blinds to watch the displays from varying neighbours gardens.I have to say although I 'm terrified of private parties and wayward fireworks.There were some impressive fireworks!!!!!!!!!!!!!
So what projects did I manage to finish this weekend??
It all started like this.My friend Lindsay had kindly made me some storage tubs to store my fabric and wool.She'd helped me cut out the fabric and wadding to make another then disaster struck! My needle broke and I had no spares.So 3 weeks on, a replacement needle and I was all set.I started by sewing the lining.Lovely blue gingham.
next came the main fabric and wadding.Have to say I found it quite difficult to keep a straight line and also stop the wadding from getting stuck in the foot.
Finally it began to look like a tub.Not a perfect rectangle though hehe.
I popped the lining in and made a band around the top.Again I found this quite difficult, especially to stop it puckering. But finally..................................................
a fabric tub.A wonky fabric tub but it does what it's meant too and I finished something!
I was on a roll so back into my project basket I went and came across this.
Another printed kit, given to inspire me to sew. Out came this scissors and all the bits were cut ready to sew.
I tried my best to keep my sewing online but oh my it was soooo difficult.
Here's Rosie! She's turned out a little wonky and was a bit disheveled after being turned right side out, but after a quick iron I got down to the stuffing straight away. Her dress was the biggest nightmare ever.It's a reversable dress and I just couldn't work out the instructions on how to sew it together.So I gave up and went to my sisters for a drink and Indian takeaway...and why not!
Because of the frustration of not getting things right I forgot to take photo's but a good nights sleep and I was straight back to Rosie.
Here she is.I'm doing very well keeping hold of her as my daughter thinks she will look lovely sat on her bed.
This is brilliant, you are clever!
ReplyDeleteWell done you! Glad you got your blog up and running. How big is your stash bag? I think dolly will look good on your daughters bed as well!
ReplyDeleteI have so many projects I've started and then just left it's embarrassing.I've got a tub of fabric and a tub of wool, enough to keep me crafting for a good few years lol
ReplyDeleteIlove your little tub its very pretty and your little doll is adorable ,i to find it difficult to keep on a straight line on the sewing machine ,sometimes the machine seems to just run away with itself x
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