I'm not the biggest fan of January in Utah. It's too cold and snowy to do anything outside, you don't see the sun for weeks at a time, and the main source of adult interaction is grocery shopping and church. I've been trying to keep myself busy with fun projects. I've decided to be a little more adventurous in my sewing, and actually make something for myself besides a headband. So here is what I've made lately:
I got a pattern for 99cents and decided to try it out. I think I like sewing without a pattern better. Maybe one day I'll learn pattern-lingo. For now, its practically gibberish and I had to call for help a few times. It turned out pretty cute though!
This one I made just copying a skirt that I already have. Much easier. No crazy pattern-talk. :)
Then I found a super-easy wallet tutorial here. I skipped quilting the outside, but used the measurements and inside directions. I also used a magnetic clip for the closure and added a super cute flower outside. (I bought an iron-on patch at Hobby Lobby for that, and used my Crop-a-dile and an eyelet to attach it.) I think it turned out way cute. Love it!
My sister-in-law was having a baby shower the day after I made my wallet, and I decided to try to be creative. So I took the basic idea from my wallet, made it bigger and turned it into a diaper wallet! I turned out pretty cute, but the pockets need some work. I think I needed to put some elastic in them (they don't hold things in very well). But even if you don't use the pockets, its a cute case for hauling diapers and wipes.
The next project was one for Josie. She's been way into princesses, dancing, and spinning lately, so I decided it was time to make her a tutu! Basic instructions--cut your tulle into strips, and loop over elastic. If you need more detail, let me know. I made this one a little big, so she can keep if for a while. I used about 4 yards of tulle (I think it costs about $1 a yard, not expensive!)
Josie helped me with the strips...
Finished tutu! She got it on and said, "Wow! Look at me!!"
Just for good measure, here's our little cheeser:
Here is our favorite video of the month. Justin and I can watch it over and over. It cracks us up. Josie got a Sit & Spin for Christmas (Thanks Andrea!) and she loves it. This is her favorite way to spin..
11 comments:
liss, I am completely impressed...what a creative rockstar you are! Cute stuff!.....and as always.....cute Josie!
Look at you you little homemaker! Your crafts are awesome! I especially like your wallet!
your skirts are darling, and even more darling on ya! i am anti patterns for sure..
Lissy your projects turned out so cute!
Way to sew!! I love the projects you have been working on!! I wish I had the energy to do some sewing project. Love the black and red skirt.
Oh Lissy! How I wish we were in Utah so we could craft with you! All of your things turned out soooo cute! I especially love your wallet. You are so creative! The video of Josie on her sit and spin is quite adorable. She is getting so BIG!!! Love and Miss You!
I am way impressed. I think the wallet and the tutu are especially cute.
i too can't wait for the end of this 'utah january'! good job keeping yourself busy tho with those adorable projects!! :)
You are so awesome Lissa!!!! You inspire me to try to be more creative! And you make the cutest little cheeser girls!!!! :) Love ya!!!
Gotta do something to spice up January! Hey, Jen Kangas and I were thinking it would be fun to start a craft night of some kind. We were thinking of just getting together with a few of the other ladies in the ward who like to craft and meet maybe once a month to work on stuff, learn things from each other, show off our stuff, etc. If you're interested in something like that....give me a call.
Super cute stuff! I need to do more projects like that- how do you find the time?
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