My daughter is a "big Minnie fan" so, naturally, she wanted to dress at Minnie for Halloween.  I used a dress pattern with a puff sleeve, and pantaloons with lace on the hem.  I purchased Minnie shoes and ears from the Disney Store.

She wore the costume in a fashion show that was a fund raiser to benefit a cancer support group.

Clown Costume

Terese made this costume for a little one she knows.  It is adorable!

So Much Sewing

I have been behind on posting all of my student's projects.  I hope I have them all, I'm sorry if I missed anyone.  If I did, please feel free to send me a picture.  I will get it on.

Kindle Cover

Sara sometimes get nervous when she sews. She does sew well. This kindle cover was not the easiest project, and Sara did well.

Brea's sweater

Brea made a sweater, longer in front than back in black knit. She used the serger for most of it.

Jess's Quilt

Jess is not a beginner when sewing...as you can tell by this quilt.

St. Patrick's Apron

This apron started as a dishtowel. First, embroider the design on the bottom. Make a casing for the ribbon by folding down two inches on the opposite side of the embroidery design. Holding the casing side to your waist, fold the dishtowel up in front to the length you like. This fold will also form a pocket. Sew the sides to secure the fold. Sew either one or two vertical seams to create pockets. Put ribbon through casing. You are done.

Mindy's Pants

Mindy's first project! She loves polka dots and hates sweaters that have a tie at the waist- that is where the drawstring came from.

Brea's outfit

Brea made this outfit for a friend's baby. It is fantastic! I totally love the hat.

Kristen's Quilt

One of my students just finished this baby quilt. This is her first project- and a fine first project! And, she is donating it.

Valentine's Pennie Pockets

Last year I made these pennie pockets to use on my Valentine's table setting. I used them as a silverware holder. This year, I brought them to my friend's house for the table setting. The men planned and made us dinner. How about that.

class cancelled

Evening class on Feb 9th is cancelled. Sorry for the late notice

Maggie's Organizer

This is a first project of one of my young students. Maggie is 10. Can't wait to see what she does next.

We should be sewing

I keep checking the weather forecast and I think both sewing classes on Thursday, Jan12 will be good to go. If it is icy or snow covered in your area, stay safe and make up the class later.

More...

Last night I made the easiest table runner ever! I had three gold place mats from the dollar store. I made 4 button holes and put ribbon through to attach the place mats. Done! I originally wanted black ribbon, but I was out so bluish-silver it was, for now.


I was so excited, I made another with two black place mats and white ribbon. I even took pictures before I pressed them.

Other variations are more buttonholes with more bows, or buttons would look good. I will be visiting the dollar store with those ideas in mind.

I also finished a lap quilt that needed binding. The quilt has been folded for at least 2 years, but now it is on my couch. Productive night!

Sewing during holiday break

I did not sew as much as I would have liked. Of course, that is my mantra everyday. If I could sew everyday, on a project I am totally excited about, my life would be complete. But that will not happen yet. (Once I finish my dissertation, sewing more is on the list of post-dissertation goals.)

I did get some things done:

I have new curtains in our bedroom and they look great. My friend, Brenda, went crazy when she saw them...and I was not even showing off.

I also had some Christmas fabric lying around, so I made a table runner and 6 place mats. Next year, they will be part of the decor. As you can see from the picture, they are reversible.

I have a few more things planned. I will keep you posted.

Week of Christmas

No classes on December 29th. We do have classes up until that date, including December 22nd.

A Returning Student

Last night, Vivian walked through the door and returned to sewing class! She has not been in sewing class for quite a while, but life is busy when you are 16. Vivian was the first of my students to make her 8th grade dance dress...and it was lovely. This time, we are making her prom dress. I am so excited!

Jennifer's Jacket

Another well done project! Again, I took the picture before the hem was finished. I just get so excited when my students complete something fabulous!

December 1, 2011

No afternoon class on December 1, 2011. I have a meeting to go to. If you are in the afternoon class and would like to come that evening, please do. The more, the merrier.