Lots of tea has been made and drunk and there has been quite a lot of measure, cut,sew and press going on.
The second pair of cotton slobbers are done.
I left the pockets out of these, they are not necessary, if by chance I change my mind (a woman change her mind!!) I will just add patch pockets.
I have been muttering about blunt pins recently, I ran a nice big pincushion up and filled it with crushed walnut shells. I cut 4 x 5" charm squares and made a disappearing 4 patch block. I hope that this will resolve the problem, I really do not want to buy more pins.
I used some random fat quarters to run up 2 storage bags, I am not sure what they will be used for, I just wanted to sew.
They are lined with some Laura Ashley fabric, I bought this in Kings Lynn when the shop closed, it was a bargain.
I quite fancy a row of these in my sewing room, but have no idea what I will put in them. I am sure that something will spring to mind, eventually.
I am out this evening, gossip and a bit of telly, dinner will be served to me and no washing up. Sounds lovely and I am looking forward to it.
I was going to make another pair of slobbers and I have the pattern, fabric and zip ready to make a dress, perhaps it will rain again tomorrow.
TTFN Pam
You are always so busy. Love the baskets, you should have them every where in your house.
ReplyDeleteIf I can find room I thought about colour coordinating with my scraps.
DeleteThose storage bags are just lovely, so's the pincushion.
ReplyDeleteI was just playing really, although I did need the pincushion, I have had the walnut shells for well over a year.
DeleteBusy sewing as usual Pam, you are very creative, I love the storage baskets ideal for picnics :-)
ReplyDeleteNever thought of that, when we meet up next time perhaps i should have one packed.
DeleteI quite fancy making some of those storage baskets, I'm getting a new sewing machine this week so shall have a dabble in a week or two when time allows.
ReplyDeleteI have made them in all sizes, some I make taller without handles and then turn a cuff down to show the lining.
DeletePut fancy buttons in them! Others are storing FQ in them! Love your pincushion! I do find the walnut shells work great but are hard to find in the states so I have stocked up! I am following now thanks for stopping by In The Boon Docks!
ReplyDeleteI found mine in a pet shop, in the reptile department. I have been reading you for some time now. My buttons are in glass jars, but i am thinking of scrap storage.
DeleteInteresting! Is the theory that the walnut shell sharpens the pins?
ReplyDeleteIt is, I am hoping that it works. A benefit is that it makes the pincushion quite heavy so it does not slide around if I nudge it.
DeleteYou HAVE been busy. I think it's rain again tomorrow, so I know what you'll be doing! I love that pincushion and those little bags are so pretty. The cotton "slobbers" are great - what a beautiful pattern that is.
ReplyDeleteI have been doing my accounts today - nothing like as exciting as your creative day.
Been there, done that, glad not to do it again. The fabric came from Fabric guild and was around £3 a metre, bargain.
DeleteI love those storage bags - would you consider putting up a tutorial?
ReplyDeleteWith pleasure, I will be making some more and will take photos.
DeleteAll these things are so cute. I would love a row of those pretty bags in my sewing room too! You sew such pretty things!
ReplyDeleteThankyou.
DeleteI love the baskets x
ReplyDeletesewing in the rain is wonderful play, I aim to use them as scrap stores.
DeleteWhat a thoroughly fruitful day you had! Gorgeous materials x I've be
ReplyDeleteI saw what you have been up to, I should think that you dreamed about icing.
DeleteWhat a great expression - SLOBBERS! Exactly what they are! Trying to catch up with blogs - good to hear you are enjoying life. xx
ReplyDeleteOh I am having a whale of a retirement, I could do with an extra day in the week.
DeleteWould love a tutorial on how to make those storage bags - they are just what I need for the shelves in my sewing room. I do hope you can show us all how it's done.
ReplyDeleteI will get organised and do one at the weekend.
DeleteI've got my hand up also for a tutorial please when you have time, they'd be perfect for putting my wool in when doing a project. I have wicker baskets at home but I don't want to clutter the caravan up with wicker baskets and these would be just what the Dr ordered. Love the fabric you have used. X
ReplyDeleteIt is on its way Peg.
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