PORTABELLOPIXIE GRACIE TIERED SKIRT!

Okay, so I'm officially overdue...this being the second day past my expected due date (EDD). Nonetheless, I'm making the best of the time I've before I pop. I've made my first skirt in half a day and it turned out much more beautiful than I've imagined!

I used Sandi Henderson's Portabellopixie Gracie pattern for the skirt and for the fabric, I've chosen Dots in fuchsia from Tanya Whelan's Ava Rose collection for the waist, Dahlia in spring from Sandi Henderson's Farmer's Market collection for the top tier, Michael Miller's Dandy Damask in passion for the middle tier and Ticking Stripes in Fuchsia from Ava Rose collection for the bottom tier.

The pattern is very easy to follow even for a beginner like me and the results stunning! What's more, it includes sizes from 6-12 months all the way to 8 years! Oh! And did I mention there were 3 other lovely patterns (a jumper, a dress and a top) included as well? Can't wait to try them too!

Close up of the irresistible fabric!

ELEPHANT!!

Elephant tee (Girl)

Elephant tee (Boy)

"Elephant....elephant", perhaps it's the infectious song from Barney or my son's constant repetition of it, the creature has definitely inspired me to decorate these two plain white tees into adorable outfits adorned with felt, fabric & buttons. I drew two patterns, one for the adult elephant and one for the baby elephant and cut them from felt. The felt clouds and the fabric elephants' ears were cut freehand. I then machine sewn the elephants on the tees and hand stitched everything else. Love the button selection as they lend a retro feel to the tees. I am so tempted to make an adult version for myself!

LOVE THE ROCKET!!

My son loves the handmade rocket and I'm absolutely thrilled! He was playing with it last night and again this morning. "3-2-1...Blast off!", he repeated as he launched the rocker! It was not easy getting him to sit still for the photos....not at all but I'm pleased!

ROCKET FOR MY BOY

My two and a half-year old boy has been asking for a rocket. I made him one using felt and cloth stuffed with old towels and tees this morning on my brand new sewing machine! Yes!!! I finally made the commitment to sew on a regular basis and hopefully can continue with it after baby number two arrives (probably sometime this week!).


This is the first toy I've sewn for my dear son and I couldn't help wondering if he would like it. I really hope so and shall find out tonight:)


I also made another pair of felt booties today and named it Cloud. I experimented with non-slip sole for the first time and upsized it to a 6 to 12 months fit.

Quite an exciting experiment as the sole came out better than expected.

THE SEWING MAMA: MY FIRST BABY BOOTS & DRESS

After making a couple of booties, I've turned my attention to making a pair of felt boots for newborn. Not bad for a first try I guess:) And, yes, it is completely hand stitched.

I'm also utterly proud of the first dress I've sewn for my baby girl. Yes! My first creation on the sewing machine and its an adorable floral dress with ruffle sleeves and pocket!! Guess my baby girl can first wear it as a dress and then a top:) It's just so cute!!


Front

Sleeve Details

Pocket Details

Think it's about time I invest in a sewing machine of my own:)

FELT LOVE

I've been playing around with washable felt and am utterly happy with two of my recent creations:)

The first was a felt and yo-yo flower which I added to an otherwise plain looking top.

The other, my creation for today was a felt hair clip holder and it's just so pretty!I used lace instead of normal ribbon as it holds all kinds of clips better and even included a button on the holder so it can be secured straight in the wardrobe or on any hanger. I even personalised it with felt, hand stitched!

I am just so thrilled with the results. Love felt!