Monday, February 22, 2010
Circular Vest update
I decided I should make a circular vest using fleece (as shown in the article) before cutting the collar on the corduroy vest and I am glad I did. The vest actually needs to be 2" smaller - the fit is much better. I also turned under 1/2" on each side of the armhole slit and used a blanket stitch. I think the location of the armhole is not "just right" for me - so I will work on that a bit. I am just going to turn the edge under 1/2" and blanket stitch each side. I think this vest will work best for me as just a lightweight jacket instead of the fleece. Perfect for a sleeveless top or dress (since I prefer to hide the arms). I will post a pic when I have it completed.
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Bowties and More
In my quest to find all the UFO's I have stashed everywhere - I came across a bunch of Bowtie quilt blocks that I had pieced while learning to hand piece - sew........ not sew perfect blocks (heard this before?), some stretched, none the same size, and then of course a few of my "least" fav fabrics. Once again I just started sewing them together, and ended up with a baby sized quilt top. I had a crib sized batting in the stash - it is the fuseable type - which I have not used before. (won't use that product again). Short story even shorter - I had planned to use this as my second donation quilt - but that batting is really thin and I do not think the quilt will be that warm - Sew.......... I think I can turn it into some type of bunting or wrap for baby.
Sew, I am glad I have two ufo's finished and (if I may say so) - it make me feel good to know that I can give back in some way.
Sew, I am glad I have two ufo's finished and (if I may say so) - it make me feel good to know that I can give back in some way.
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