The latest has been the Kaleidoscope Pin Cushion, designed by Jeni Baker for C&T Publishing. Happily, I had the perfect scraps for this little guy, and it went to a very new sewist, which proved exciting for us both. Small pleasures, right?
A while back, I tried the Laundry Bag pattern by Polka Dot Chair. What drew me to it was that it used five fat quarters! I actually used it as a gift bag, and I think combining several stashed Cotton + Steel prints was perfect for this bag. I'd love to make some to have on hand for gift-giving.
Then I made myself another WIP Pouch from S.O.T.A.K Handmade's That Handmade Touch. For the current Summer Sampler, we needed to cut border strips at the beginning of the sewalong and save them for final construction. So mine are safely stored where I won't lose them or forget what they are! I found a fun piece of Art Gallery Oval Elements for the focus fabric. Love using those old favorites!
And then, I made a Pleated Pouch, also from Svetlana's That Handmade Touch. I've made several of these, and they are really enjoyable with a unique construction method. Do note though, that there's a slight misprint in the book: the dimensions of the lining should be 12" x 9". Make that adjustment and everything will go together smoothly!
So there are a couple of new patterns for small makes that I'm looking forward to trying. I'm sure you'll see them here before long!
I always love your small makes and that pin cushion is a perfect little gift for a new sexist!! might be time for some small makes here. I keep tackling big things
ReplyDeleteHaving laundry bags last year during our travels was really super important. The construction of the bag you made looks much nicer than the functional and oversized versions I quickly whipped up!
ReplyDeleteGreat accessory/projects! Bag construction is a favorite past time for me, studying and doing.
ReplyDeleteYou have been busy! Even small items take a while to make :) xo Melanie
ReplyDeleteWow what an array of bags and such. Really nice things, I love the project bag! I have been slogging thru one project for over a month now and I am finally nearing completion of a hand needle turn applique border around a top that had been waiting for a while for it. I should do a few bags to celebrate when I finally finish.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing! Wonderful variety of fabric play in your useful makes.
ReplyDeleteI love those small projects - you're so right about them being perfect after working on a long one. And I love that a new sewist got a pincushion from you! :-)
ReplyDeleteUsing clothes making of cushion like these is really a good approach. Girls mostly love to make unique things using clothes.
ReplyDeleteAmazing
ReplyDeleteBundle of thanks for sharing
jennifer