My two teenage nieces found a top at Target that they wanted but could not afford, so I copied it using Hobby Lobby black knit fabric (use the 40% off coupon from their website if not on sale). The Hobby Lobby knit doesn't drape as nicely as the Target one and has no elasticity, so stays stretched out once it's pulled until you wash it...and even then...(note the V-neck neckline botch job on mine). I thought for sure after I made one, my other niece wouldn't want one and I would be off the hook, but of course, they liked it.
Target Circle Tee on top, my knock off on bottom:
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Gussetted Buttercup Bag
City Girl by Kitty Yoshida is one of my favorite fabric lines. It's a few years old, so whenever I see it clearanced, I try to get some. Pattern is from Rae's blog. I added a 3 or 4 inch gussett for more room. Rae's free downloadable pdf pattern is the small version of the bag (the larger you must purchase) but I wanted it larger, and added inchage to the bottom and lower sides. I envisioned myself using this bag to sneak a drink and snacks into the movies this summer on a hot date, but realized that I have to take my baby bag for a few more months since Baby is still nursing and has to come with us...doi.
Crochet Magic
These were a gift for Kahea from my good friend, Genesis. She hemstitched soft blue and white flannel with a silky beige crochet yarn. I've tried my hand at crochet a coupla times...it seems too complicated. I guess some people just have a knack for it.
Handstitched Quilt for Hawaiian Girl
My little sister visited Utah a coupla months ago with my mother. They both (say they) enjoy Utah, even when it's chilly, but for some reason they always get back on that plane to Hawaii when it's time to go home. I made my sister this blanket for her birthday, at her request. She picked out the fabrics. The grey is a sateen sheet from Ikea. The backing is black minkee. She says she'll use it in Hawaii. I told her to bring it back with her to Utah next time to actually put it to use.
i really like that blanket you made for your sister, chic.
ReplyDeleteand i like your version of that target knit top. it's the small imperfections that make it perfect.
and you still seize to amaze me with your bag sewing skills, i like that creation a lot. i'm a fan, of course.