Sew Nice

My sweet sister Abbie lent me her sewing machine last month and I have been trying to take advantage of it while I have it. I haven't sewed in years but so far so good. I started off with a small project to get my confidence up and it has been very fun and successful since. Now I just need my own machine! (HINT, HINT jeff ;) he knows already but a kind reminder never hurts) [I know I'm getting a house people, I'm not really asking for anything else anytime soon but I wouldn't take it back if one found its way into my possession] Ok, on to my projects then..

First, I made this small "park" bag for Scout to carry his water and ball in. Silly I know but I had the fabric and needed the practice.

Next, I made a hooded towel for my sista Lisa who is pregnant with her first baby. Turned out pretty good, minus the crooked "N" but I don't think she'll mind! It was super easy too! Here is the link if anyone is interested in making one.

Maxi skirts are all the rage right now and since it's unbearable to wear garments and pants for more than 20 minutes at a time here in Vegas,  I made myself one. And there will be plenty where that came from as soon as I get myself over to the fabric store this week!

I bought this shirt a while back, I love the top and sleeves but it was too long, boxy and drapy? drapey? Anyway, you get the idea. I cut it off and put a band on the bottom, problem solved :)

Scout loves to help me sew

he takes off with my scissors and leaves me little surprises like this one. 

My sewing skills are definitely a work in progress but I am enjoying having a machine and time to play with it! Hopefully many more to come :)