The Plaid Post

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Monday, 30 June 2008 20:05 by sara

My placemats for the BTRS Swap. I'm extremely excited about how these fabrics are coming together, and I'm really hoping my swap partner doesn't mind pink. She didn't mention it one way or another on her profile form, so I think it's safe to assume she doesn't hate it.  Personally, I've been trying to wean myself off pink for the last few months now.  But it's been an obsession brewing for the last three years, so it's slow going.  

 

The first of the reusable grocery bags, currently in use for the pretend newspaper route the five year old has set up in the kitchen (apparently Curious George had a paper route on this week's episode).  I made this one based on the Morsbag tutorial, but did give it a square bottom, as several commenters have suggested would be handy for the grocery sackers who have to fill the things. 

 

This dress is nearly finished, but is nonetheless a bit wrinkly from being worn for several hours before the photograph.  I modified a shirt pattern in the current issue of Sew Simple.  Just adjusted the sizing a little, and it looks good.  Problem is, I overadjusted the size, and now it doesn't quite reach in the back.  It's supposed to have a simple button holding it together. Right now it has a safety pin until I can decide how to fix it.  I'm open to suggestions... 

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July 2. 2008 23:14

I love Kleo! Esp that colorway. Never would have thought of making placemats! Love it!

Tonya

July 3. 2008 01:36

OMG...I am sewing again for the first time since middle school and I am soooo in love with the cute projects on your blog. Thanks for all the awesome tutorials and adorable ideas!

Kellye aka Miss3H

July 3. 2008 05:36

how about attaching two fabric or ribbon ties and closing it with a pretty bow?
Love your projects, and thanks for sharing!

asnipofgoodness

July 3. 2008 17:37

Great blog! Thanks for the link to the swap. I may have to pick up that book! you do amazing work, btw.

micki

July 4. 2008 02:51

The dress is so fresh and pretty. How about a small loop made from the same material sewn on one side to act as a 'buttonhole'.

dawninNL

July 4. 2008 03:36

These fabric choces are so fresh...I remember having a similar top when I was about that age : )

Anary

July 4. 2008 15:53

Great projects - Hope your placemats are turning out - mine were a struggle. I'll take sewing clothes over them any day Smile I'm sure the pink will be well accepted... I love that fabric too.

I'm googling that book right now - sounds right up my alley!

Emily

July 5. 2008 05:50

How about some cording elastic - make a loop to use as a buttonloop - it will allow for stretch when she moves...

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