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I’m guest Blogging over at FaveCraftsBlog.com !

Posted in DIY, pillow, Scraps, TUTORIALS, tagged , , , on September 7, 2011 | Leave a Comment »

Well – we all knew it was too good to be true – 5 days in a row of posting and keeping my commitment!  Yesterday, Day 6, I flubbed.  If you knew how much vomit messy my house was, you’d give me a “Get out of Jail Free” pass instantly! I have chosen not to take photos of this mess, so you’ll have to go on my word!

So, for today – I plan on catching up!

I’ll share my guest blog appearance now … and introduce you to another talented friend of mine tonight!

Right after I sent an email to my sewing cronies about having them appear as guest bloggers here, I was delighted to receive my own invitation to become a guest blogger.  Sooooo exciting!  It was from Kirsten over at www.AllFreeSewing.com.  I am a “Sewing Designer” on that site, and she wrote asking me to blog at her sister site www.FaveCraftsblog.com in honor of … you guessed it, National Sewing Month.

I thought about it for about a millisecond.  Then I replied YES!

Here is what I created for that guestblogger appearance:

A People Pillow! My little darlings forever captured here as little fabric dolls!

I giggle everytime I look at this pillow - kitchy for sure!

If you’d like to see how I made this – using printable fabric – head on over to this post.  And be sure to browse around FaveCraftsBlog.com!

See y’ all tonight!

 

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So Celebrate the Embellished Onesie!

Posted in DIY, kids, Scraps, TUTORIALS, tagged , , , , , , , , on September 4, 2011 | Leave a Comment »

I am in total and complete shock.

It’s day 4 of my So Celebrate Sewing challenge, and I haven’t missed a day yet!  Wowzers, so exciting!!

I am feeling a little, maybe a lot, sick today.  I stayed home from church this morning.  Watched a little U.S.Open Tennis.  Then I got antsy.  The sewing kind of antsy.  Hence the tutorial for today – another idea for embellishing / updating / upgrading a onesie.

I've had this Micheal Miller fabric all summer, and I've been dying to cut into it. Good news is - I still have 2.75 yards left!

You can probably determine how to make this just by looking at the pictures … but just in case you can’t – read on!

Start with your fabric and a onesie. Put the oneside aside for just minute while you create the strips for the arm ruffles and the thigh/waist ruffle.

I decided to use bias strips for these ruffles - why? - because I didn't want them to be super fluffy. A strip cut on the bias will lay flatter than one cut on grain (just straight across). In the end, I don't think it really matters...so if cutting these bias strips takes your sanity - just cut regular strips! Anyway, where was I? Take a decent sized piece of fabric. This one is about 1/4 yard cut in half. (9" x 22")

Cut across from one corner to the opposite corner. (You can see that it's okay to cheat and not cut exactly straight lines! I just eyeball it. When you create the ruffle, any imperfections will disappear. If you're one of those "meticulous" types, go ahead and use a ruler.)

Fold thone of those pieces over so that it's about half the width of the ruffle you desire.

Use that side as the guide for cutting the rest of the strip.

Cut as many strips that same size as you can from your fabric. I was able to cut 3. To join them - place the ends perpendicular to each other with right sides facing, and sew a diagonal stitch ...

....When you open up the two peices, you'll see that you've made a continuous strip. Repeat this for as many strips that you were able to cut.

Finish your side edges - I chose to use a rolled hem from my serger, but you can do a typical hem if you prefer.

Right now you have one long bias strip. I chose to measure my two sleeves, and then I used the remaining strip for the legs and back. For the sleeves measurement, I placed the strip where I wanted it on the onesie...

... then I doubled that length so that I'd have enough fabric to ruffle. Then cut another one exactly the same length. These are your sleeve lengths.

You see that I have 1 long strip to go from one leg, around the back and to the other leg. I have 2 smaller strips to go over the shoulders.

Now finish all your side edges. Since I used a rolled hem, I needed to put Fray Check at the corners so the threads don't unravel.

Now you're almost done! Sew a long basting stitch across the top of each strip. Pull the top thread on each to create the ruffle. Pin in place. ****Change your needle to a BALLPOINT NEEDLE - because you're sewing on a stretch onesie**** And sew those ruffles on!

Your front will look something like this ...

... the back will look something like this ... UNLESS OF COURSE>>>

...You decide it needs just a little tiny something extra! I heart this!

Remember, this is YOUR project, so your strips can be all kinds of bigger than mine, longer than mine, etc.  If you do make one of these, I’d LOVE to see it!

For the breakdown:

Cost: $2 onesie at Walmart, purchased fabric wholesale on sale, so 1/4 yard was $0.25!  I’m not lying, I promise!

Time: not more than 30 minutes … again, tennis was on!

The main thing I’m excited about with this project….that the ruffles stay clear of those chunky monkey thighs!!!  I’ll send a photo after I put this on her tomorrow.  Although —- our cold front of 90 degree weather might make it too cold for this!

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Simple PJ’s for a hard-to-please little boy.

Posted in boys, DIY, tagged , , , , , , , , on August 7, 2011 | 3 Comments »

Hi y’all!!!  I have been enjoying a WONDERFUL vacation in Colorado the past 9 days – I cannot tell you how much more comfortable life on a mountain is compared to life on the sun!  We all had a fabulous time.  I even managed to enjoy myself WITHOUT my sewing machine.  weird & shocking, but true!

However, I was JONESING!!!  So tonight, in true me fashion, I had to make something uber quick to satisfy the sewing withdrawal symptoms.  I chose to make something for Owen.  Yes, you read that right.  Something for Owen.

While Owen is only 5, I can assure you he has very particular demands taste when it comes to his clothes.  Nothing itchy, nothing bulky, nothing sleeves, you get the point.  Even his choices for fabric prints are very particular.  This is why you almost never see anything on this blog made for him.  In his mind, he has good taste.  In my mind he’s boring!

Fortunately, last month, while browsing Etsy for fun fabric for a baby shower gift I came across this fabulous print – RV CAMPERS!!!

The only thing better would be if these were food trailers! Amen!?!?

If you’ve never been to Austin, just take my word for it – these are EVERYWHERE HERE!!!  As of tonight, they are even in my home.

Michael Kors might call these "underwhelming" ... but he knew Owen, he'd realize they're perfect! I made these while Owen is asleep, so I chose not to add pockets. I'll ask his permission when he wakes up to put them on, though ... I doubt he'll go for it. Like I said - boring!

Want to know a little secret???

You have to promise not to tell Owen that I made these pajamas from this pattern…

ha! Revenge is sweet - even for a doting mother!!!

These were super easy and super fast and pretty cheap – $6.  ($5 for the fabric and $1 for the pattern)  My only regret is that I didn’t buy a ton more of this fabulous fabric!

Have a great night – see you in a day or two!

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Hanging Hearts Baby Toys – Rattles – heck, even a sachet!

Posted in DIY, pillow, Scraps, TUTORIALS, Uncategorized, tagged , , , , , , , , on July 14, 2011 | 2 Comments »

My little Rosamund is growing.  For some reason, with this baby, I’m very much aware of how fast this season slips away.  I’m tearing up as I type this – quick, somebody mention the weather!  Anyway, Rosamund was a surprise baby after a long discussion that we were very happy with our two children.  We were STUPID!  Rosamund is the absolute most wonderful gift any and all of us could’ve ever received … we are all grateful for her … and for her smiles in the morning!

Anyway…to the reason I sat down to post…what to do with a bored baby.  Where was I?

My little Rosamund is growing.  She is growing and she is getting bored!  Because we got rid of all things baby about 3 months before I found out I was pregnant, we have nothing for her to “do.”  No cool toys dangle over her while she lays on the floor, no rattles, no shiny things.  You get my point.  Poor little three-month-old has nothing to do.

So what do I do?

I make her something! I decided to start with something to dangle from her carseat.  (Confession:  I’m not a homebody!  Rosamund spends a lot of time in her carseat … but I’m convinced she loves it!)

This is the boring photo ....

This is proof that they really do entertain that bored baby!

These are really very simple to do, and I think they look awesome!  (is that bragging?  I hope not!)… The neat thing about these is that they can do all sorts of things – hand from a carseat, serve as a rattle, hand from a doorknob to welcome those who enter, serve as a sachet if filled with lavender, hang from a bath towel in the guest bath, a pincushion, etc, etc, etc.  I can’t wait to make more – I think I’ll make different shapes next time.  I’m not typically a heart person…but these were for Rosamund whom I heart!

Here’s how YOU can make them too:

Cut out your shapes. You'll need two cutouts for every piece. I was making 3 hearts, so I needed 6 cutouts.

For dangling toys, cut strips. Again, i was making 3 so i cut 3 strips. (If you're making pincushions or sachets, you can omit this step)

For each strip, fold it over right sides together and sew up the length, leaving both ends open.

Turn the tubes right side out and PRESS!

Put your tubes aside for a moment and locate your shapes. Mine have probably disappeared underneath a pile of laundry at this point. Anyway, once you've found them, fuse interfacing/stabilizer to EACH piece. (This keeps the fabric firm when you stuff it)

Add your rick rack or any other type of embellishment now.

Next attach the tubes. You can see I've extended the tube outside my shape so that I can be sure to catch it with my needle. Also, I've secured the tube inside the shape with pins so that I don't catch that part with my needle. Do this with all your shapes.

Sew all the way around but leave an opening for turning. (Yep, this is exactly like making a pillow!)

Turn them all right side out and PRESS! (Be sure to remove the pins before turning - otherwise OUCH!)

Now stuff with fiberfill.

If you're making toys for babies, put a couple of bells inside before closing it up.Put a pin to close up the opening and handstitch it closed.

Put them where you want them and mark where to put the snaps / buttonholes.

Finally, attach the closures of your choice (snaps or buttons and button holes) and trim the tube straps. Then, place on the carseat and watch in awe at the amazement of your little darling! Oh that this would last forever!

These really do look adorable.  I put Rosamund in her carseat this morning and she literally grinned.  REWARD!!!

I think these would make awesome Ring-Bearer pillows…can’t you just see a darling little boy carrying one of these dangling hearts down the aisle!  Dreamy!

Here’s the Breakdown:

Time: hmmm.  I didn’t do them all at one time because I didn’t have rickrack or fiberfill..so I’m going to guess about an hour.  I know, an HOUR is an eternity…but this one was worth it!

Cost: CHEAP!  Use scraps for the shapes, so the only cost is Rick Rack – about $1.50, fiberfill – about $2 for the bag but you’ll have tons left over, and snaps – about $2.  Total cost: $5.50!

That’s all for now – I really enjoyed making these!

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A little something extra – How To Make a Scrap Fabric Flower Pin … under $5 and 15 minutes for sure!

Posted in DIY, felt, Scraps, TUTORIALS, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , on June 8, 2011 | 23 Comments »

As you may know, 2 weeks ago I participated in Sew, Mama, Sew’s Giveaway Day.  It was so much fun – I visited all kins of awesome blogs and won THREE things!!!

Well, I gave away 2 dresses.  One from my blog and one from my Etsy shop.

The blog winner chose a navy blue strapless dress with a yellow/white seersucker sash.  So that’s what I just finished for her.  I think it’s so cute and classy.  ….   ….   …. and a little bit boring.  So….. I added something.  Just the simplest, sweetest, nicest little flower pin. If I like it, I thought you might, too.  So, here’s a free tutorial on how to make these easy breezy things.  They DEFINITELY fall into the Under $5 and 15 minutes series!

Here's the pin attached at the bodice top. So sweet, right!?!

 

Okay… Let’s make ‘em!

As (almost) always - start with your scrap selections. For this pin, I chose 2 fabrics for the flower and a darker fabric for the covered button in the center. You can have as many layers as you want.

Determine how big you want the pin. Cut out 5 circles to that size. Then cut 4 circles a little bit smaller. Of course I didn't measure my smaller ones, I just cut them smaller. They're probably about an inch narrower, but just go with what feels right. These are meant to be slightly imperfect. That's the beauty of them!

Apply fusible interfacing to one of the Large circles. This is the back of the pin, so use the strongest interfacing you have. (Also, I forgot to photograph, but you'll need a circle of felt cut to this size as well)

Now, to begin assembling your flower, start with the 4 remaining large circles. Fold in half, right side out. Then fold in half again. You'll end up with 4 triangles instead of 4 circles.

Lay each of the 4 triangles on top of the interfaced circle as shown.

I suppose you could hand-sew this next step ... but yeah right. I just walk over to the machine and do the fastest, easiest little zig zag stitch. Nothing big or fancy, just enough to hold down each triangle in the center.

Now fold your small circles into the same triangle forms and place on top of the others. And yes, go do that ziggy zaggy thing again.

Cover a button, sew it in the center (yes, I did handsew it on! amazing!). Then, start digging through your stash to find that long lost pin attachment.

Now, find that felt circle that has fallen somewhere down around your workspace or into the kids' sandwiches. Keep tinkering with it until you have cut two snips for both ends to fit through nicely.

AND ... HOT GLUE that felt piece right onto the backside of the interfaced circle...make sure that you position it with the pin sticking out!

Pin it to something. Stand Back. Admire. Smile.

So that’s it.

It really is super easy and super fun.  I want a million of these.  You can attach them to elastic headbands, shirts, purses, shoes, even a dog collar!  Seriously y’all – go make some!

 

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Baby Carrier Cover – quick and easy

Posted in DIY, Scraps, TUTORIALS, tagged , , , , , , , , , on May 6, 2011 | 1 Comment »

I have been trying for a while to come up with THE BEST way to make a baby carrier for my Rosamund.  We have an awesome hand-me-down baby seat, but it has desperately needed some GIRLY-ING UP!

Well, a few weeks ago, I came across THIS TUTORIAL BY ONE OF MY FAVORITE BLOGS: CLUCK CLUCK SEW and as it turns out – she has already created the best way!  To top it off – it’s super easy, doesn’t require a pattern, and can be made in about 30 minutes…with only 2 yards of fabric plus some scraps, so it’s CHEAP too!  Rockin’!

Here is my finished product.

Be sure to check out Cluck Cluck Sew for the Tutorial!

I can't get enough of this Amy Butler fabric! I ordered a whole bolt, so stay tuned for more stuff made out of it!

Front view - no one will ever guess you have a baby in there! wink.

Those straps are held together with sew-on velcro (hook and loop tape) = easy breezy. Next time, though, I think I'll use snaps.

And when, like mine, your baby starts to freak out needing some attention, just pull the cover up over the handle. Cluck Cluck Sew makes hers with a different fabric underneath - too cute!

I would show you a picture of Rosamund and her new carrier cover ... but is otherwise occupied at the moment!

Now, go make about a dozen of these and give them away … I think I will!

Here’s the breakdown:

time: if you’re super fast, maybe 20 minutes. Realistically – 30 minutes to an hour.

cost: you need 2 yards or two 1 yard pieces.  I used designer fabric, but purchased it wholesale, so my cost is $10.50 + $1.50 for the velcro.  If you purchase fabric for less or use scraps, then the cost will be way less, or even FREE!  Awesome gift potential here!

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Call your Mother! Pseudo Quilted Coasters – a Tutorial – under $5 / 15 minutes

Posted in DIY, Scraps, TUTORIALS, tagged , , , , , , , , , on May 3, 2011 | 3 Comments »

I’m moving a bit slower these days, but I am still doing my best to follow through on my intentions to post regularly with tutorials for quick and inexpensive projects for yourself and gifts.

For today’s installment – Round Quilted (not really) Coasters

You can make 4 of these in about 5 minutes!

Let’s get started, shall we?

You’ll need scrap fabric or 2 fat quarters.

For these coasters, you'll be using fabric circles all the same size. Mine are right about 4" in diameter - you can make yours bigger, but I don't suggest going smaller. For a set of 4 coasters...choose your bottom fabric and your coordinating fabric. You'll need 12 circles of the main fabric and 8 circles of the coordinating fabric. Shown here are my 4 bottom fabric circles.

Here you see the "bottom" circle and the 2 main + 2 coordinating fabric circles. You'll need 4 sets of these.

Here you see all 4 sets... If you count, you'll see 12 main fabric circles and 8 coordinating ones. (is the horse dead yet?)

Uh-oh .. another shameless photo of my iron! Now, put the 4 main circles away, and put your iron on the hottest setting your fabric will allow. (I do recommend using 100% cotton so that it absorbs the water - these ARE coasters, after all!)

Take each circle separately and fold it in half - wrong sides together. This means you want the prettiest side of the fabric to be on the outside! You'll use your iron to press each one flat.

Here's what you'll end up with - 8 main fabric halves and 8 coordinating fabric halves. (and a weird little shadow hovering overhead!)

Now, you begin layering each main circle with it's 4 halves. Start by putting the main circle down in front of you - right side UP! Place a coordinating half along the top as shown. (of course, you'll be doing this 4 times)

Next, add a main fabric half on the right hand side.

Yep, you guessed it, now add the 2nd coordinating half to the bottom.

Now add the final half along the left hand side.Now, just raise up the first half and tuck the top portion of the last half underneath - just like you do when you're closing up a cardboard moving box!

Here's what it looks like just before you head to the machine.

Pin the pieces, and then machine stitch along the outer edges - I used about a 1/4" seam allowance. You'll just want to be sure you're catching all layers.

clip your seams if necessary, and reach inside and turn the coaster right side out.

Once you've got it right side out, use your finger or a pair of scissors to straighten out any puckers along the edges. Then ... PRESS and you're done!

Here is my set of 4! Trust me, this is way faster than the tutorial! =)

I also made a set of 8 out of more seersucker scraps ... great for my step mom's "lake cottage!"

so fresh and fun

All tied up and ready for gift-giving!

Here is the breakdown:

cost: FREE if you use scraps.  If you go with pre-cut Fat Quarters, then $2-$3 if you purchase on sale.

time: First time, set of 4, maybe 8 minutes.  After that, easily 5 minutes or less!

I first saw this idea in a McCall’s or Butterick catalogue…I can’t seem to locate it online, but if you check out those books, you’ll see it.  The difference is that there’s is square.  I didn’t actually read their instructions, but I can’t imagine they’re much different.  Those of you who like actual patterns might appreciate this, though, because I’m sure they have sizing options.  Who knows, I just wanted to pass that along!

Until next time … please go sew something … and share photos!!  Please.

robie

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Really fun and easy Clutch / Pouch – I want a million of them!

Posted in DIY, Scraps, tagged , , , , , on April 7, 2011 | 2 Comments »

Correct me if I’m wrong, but i’m pretty sure I’ve mentioned the fabulous baby shower I was given a few weeks ago!?!

Well, the night before the big event, as I was roaming around my home aimlessly, I realized that I wasn’t happy with the hostess gift I had selected for the shower hostesses.  Yeah sure, everyone enjoys some nice fruity soaps…but seriously???  Had my life become so lame that that was the best that I could do??  NO WAY!!  My pride would not let me sleep on that.

So, at about 11pm, I began work on these little clutches / pouches … and the next day, as I was handing them out – I was SO glad I did!

Do you recognize this fabric? It's the fabric I used for the appliques on the houndstooth skirt I made for Ellie a few days ago! As is typical, for these pouches I used sccrap fabric... but I must come clean...I had a LOT of this fabric so it's not a true scrap other than the fact that I already owned it and didn't have to purchase it for the project!

If you look closely, you'll count 6 clutches. I had only 5 hostesses.... oh darn, I made too many...what in the world should I do with that extra?

Yes, I am very pleased with this project - hence the 200 photos!

Here is my inspiration for these darling items ... right off the cover of this really great book! I am happy to say I own this book, and totally thing you should too! She sews like I do - lots of shortcuts, lots of quality!

I made my pouches exactly like Amy Karol instructs…except I chose to use rubber band / hair elastics instead of regular elastic for the button loops.  She uses cotton batting in between the outer and lining layers, and the effect is a nicely sewn and slightly fluffy pouch – I love it.  You’ll have to ask the hostesses if they enjoyed receiving them … but I can guarantee you’ll LOVE giving them!  Come on – SEW SOMETHING!!!

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$10 Chair + new fabric = Love … a slip cover project

Posted in DIY, pillow, Scraps, tagged , , , , , , on April 4, 2011 | 6 Comments »

I found this chair on craigslist about 2 months ago for TEN DOLLARS!!  Yes, $10 smacks … that’s cheaper than 2 kids’ meals at Chick Fil A!

Originally, I thought I’d paint the frame plus adding a new slip cover to the bottom cushion.  As the baby’s nursery kept evolving; however, I ended up with a crib the same color as the bamboo of the chair…so, lucky me – I didn’t have to paint.  All I had to do was make a slip cover for the bottom cushion, purchase a large pillow form for the back, and make a pillow case for that.  done.

I am SOOOO happy with this chair…I almost can’t wait to spend a couple of sleepless nights in it.  almost.

My husband was very curious why I thought this chair was worth $10. I, of course, can't believe I got it for ONLY $10!

 

drum roll please….

Ta - Dah!

I added yellow pleats along the top and bottom edges of the seat cushion, and along the sides of the back pillow. (shhh, I used straighgrain strip instead of bias strips, and it worked just fine!!!)

I know I'm biased, but I just LOVE this chair!!! If you could see how perfectly it fits in the baby's room, I think you'd love it too... but I'm biased for sure! I started creating a tutorial for How to Slip Cover a Cusion..but I stopped at the zipper and forgot to take pictures of the assembly! sorry about that!

Let’s talk total $$$:

chair: $10

Fabric: 2 yards of 60″ wide fabric from Ikea – $15, the ruffle fabric was scrap fabric, so free.

Pillow form: $20

Total cost of Chair: $45….or Priceless, if you ask me!

 

I’m working on a post about all the things handmade in Rosamund’s room…and I’ll work on the Slip Cover Tutorial if any of you out there need one.. just let me know!!

Until then… happy sewing!

 

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Easy Fabric Napkins – a tutorial!

Posted in DIY, TUTORIALS, tagged , , , on June 4, 2010 | 17 Comments »

This week I had a friend mention on Facebook that I should “start a blog with tutorials” in the content.  Blog – check.  Tutorials – not yet.  THEN, I received an email from a friend asking to remind her how to make fabric napkins.  Well, it doesn’t take me long to get a hint, people!

So, thanks to Hannah and Lacey, here is a quick tutorial on How to Make EASY Fabric Napkins!  (**There are lots of ways to make fabric napkins, I have chosen what I think is the easiest way for the first tutorial.  Stay tuned for more tutorials on how to embellish and/or create napkins differently!)

STEP 1:  DECIDE HOW BIG YOU WANT YOUR NAPKINS & HOW MANY NAPKINS YOU’LL BE MAKING. THEN CUT OUT SQUARES.

For standard sizing, read here. Otherwise, I think you can just pick whatever size you want and/or whatever size fits within the amount of fabric that you have.  I chose fabric that I have a ton of scraps for, so I was limited to a cutting size of 9 X 9.  After the seam is made, my napkins will be 8.5″ X 8.5″ because I’ll be using a 1/4″ seam all the way around.

For these napkins, you will need 2 squares for each napkin.  I wanted to make 8 napkins, so I cut 16 squares each measuring 9 X 9.

Cut twice as many squares.

STEP 2: LAYER SQUARES (right sides together)

For each napkin, take 2 squares and lay them on top of each other with the printed sides facing each other in the center.

Layer squares - right sides together.

STEP 3: SEW ALL THE WAY AROUND THE SQUARE – LEAVING A SMALL OPENING

Using a 1/4″ seam allowance, sew all the way around the square, except leave a small opening in the center of one side.  You will use this hole to turn the napkin right-side-out, so it needs to be large enough to pull the fabric through.  Also, the sides will not always line up perfectly, this is OKAY!  Just be sure to keep your seam allowance narrow, and be sure to sew through both layers of fabric with each stitch.

Sew around but leave an opening.

STEP 4: CLIP CORNERS & PULL FABRIC RIGHT-SIDE-OUT

Clip away the excess fabric at the corners, being careful to not clip any thread/seams. Take one side and push it through the hole.  Then, using your fingers, just pull the rest of the fabric through.  The corners will be puffy, so you’ll need to take the tip of a pair of scissors to push out the corners.

clip corners - very important!!!

Turn right-side-out.

Push out corners - also very important!

STEP 5:  PRESS SQUARES

Say it with me – “if you don’t have time to iron, you don’t have time to sew!”  The step is very important if you’d like your napkins to look at all pretty!  With your iron on the hottest setting your fabric can handle, press each side nice and flat – making sure to tuck in the seam allowance where the hole is.

Press all sides - ignore my aging ironing board cover!

Press the seams of the open section too.

STEP 6:  STITCH ALL THE WAY AROUND – CLIP YOUR THREADS – HAVE A DINNER PARTY!

Making sure to stitch close enough to sew the open section closed, stitch all the way around the square, pivoting at the corners.  I chose to use a zigzag stitch (just because it’s my newest addiction) but you can use any old stitch you like.  Be sure to clip the loose threads when you’re finished….and that’s it!

Use narrow seam.

Stitch all the way around.

You're done!!! Way to go!!!

This method is the same exact method used to make a simple pillow – except with napkins, of course, you won’t fill up the inside with foam or fiberfill.  Otherwise, it’s the same thing!

Time: 30 minutes to make 8 napkins.

Cost: $0 .. that’s ZERO!!!  I used all scraps, how exciting!  Use what you’ve got!!!  There is no rule that all the napkins have to be the same size.  If there are any people out there who would measure a napkin while seated at your table, I hope they never get invited to my house!!!

I hope you’ll make some very soon and send my photos of your work!

Coming soon…..

TISSUE POUCH TUTORIAL!

i LOVE these!

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