A wonderful friend of mine so graciously allowed me to borrow one of her sewing machines a few months back because I was itching to make something. I had sewn a few simple things in junior high & high school (ie: fleece hat & mittens, flannel shorts, a pillow) but it wasn't on the top of my "hobbies" list. Now that I have 3 little munchkins, what better time to get back into it?!
I did make this adorable outfit (with some help) when Mackenzie was 2 but that was about it.
With Christmas coming, I decided to make a few gifts for my nieces & nephews. Wish I would have taken pictures of everything but I forgot, so here are just a few of my sewing creations.
This outfit was for my niece, Reagan. I bought the shirt & jeans from Old Navy & added the elephant applique with button eyes & the ruffles to the jeans.
Made this froggy shirt for my little daycare boy, Kemper J. He's in LOVE with his stuffed frog so I thought a frog applique shirt would be perfect.
My nephew is from Colorado so I made him some CU Buffs flannel pants. They turned out great & fit perfectly. I plan to make Preston a John Deere pair in the next few days.
This pillow was one of Mackenzie's gifts. Matches her bedding & she loves Barbie. Perfect!
I also made my baby nephew a SUPER cute bib made out of this fork & spoon fabric.
And an applique shirt & ruffle pants for my niece, Olivia. Forgot to take pictures of that one too.
So, my skills are improving & I'm having a ton of fun learning to make new things for my kids. What should I make next?!
Wow, great job! I love the appliqued shirts. Do you have a pattern to cut out the elephant and frog?
ReplyDeleteI just use Google images & type in what I'm looking for. I can send you the exact ones if you'd like to use them!
ReplyDeleteAwesome job Stace!! I can't wait to see Livi's outfit. . . she will love it I am sure. I need to dig my sewing machine out. I love to sew too, but am not as creative as you. I miss you lots. Can't wait to see more of your creations.
ReplyDeleteI love that elephant shirt! You are turning into quite the Martha Stewart :) Makes me want to take up sewing too!
ReplyDeleteHey Stacie.. I would love for you to send me the link. I really have a major desire to become crafty...so any ideas are very inspiring right now.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much!