Appliqued Handbag

The first thing I made when I learned how to sew was a purse, then a tote bag.  So, this was a flashback to my very first sewing "challenge".  My first bag wasn't appliqued, but that wasn't much of a stretch.  I appliqued this on the machine, but just because I wasn't in the mood to hand stitch my applique on.  Also, I was disappointed with the final size of this bag...much like I was disappointed with the size of the fabric basket.  I expected to be making a medium size tote bag and it turned out that I was actually making a tote bag just a bit larger than a wristlet.  What would I ever use this for?

This project was provided by Kathy Beymer at http://www.merrimentdesign.com/.

Reversible Headband

I was so excited when I saw this project sheet.  Finally I could make a headband that would actually fit properly.  I was so excited that I made two.  Unfortunately it turns out that my head was not made to accomodate a headband.  It doesn't matter how much I adjust it...it just doesn't want to stay on.  I guess that means my niece will be getting two new headbands now.  Lucky her!

This project was provided by Ellen Luckett Baker at http://www.thelongthread.com/.

Felt Doughnut

Once again....felt....ugh!!!

A doughnut???  Seriously???

This project was provided by Cindy Hopper at http://www.skiptomylou.org/.

Party Bunting

I am not sure why I would ever need one of these, but since I went to all the trouble of making one...I think I might just leave it up for a few days.  I am not one of those people who decorates every inch of the house for a birthday party or family gathering, so I definitely wouldn't go to the extra effort to sew one of these for such an event.  That being said, I imagine this would be pretty cute if it were personalized with a name.  Perhaps as a welcome home sign for a new baby! But, I will leave that to someone else!!!

This project was provided by Crystal Butler from http://www.mylongestyear.com/.

Crayon Roll

I have been AWOL for way too long and now I am left with just under 2 months to complete the remaining half of the projects...so I guess I better get to work.

This little crayon roll is such a cute little project.  What a great invention.  Instead of counting on a restaurant to provide your little ones with enough crayons to keep them entertained throughout the meal...just bring your own.

This project was provided by Cindy Hopper at www.skiptomylou.org.