I have created a monster.
A little sewing monster. Emma has been bitten hard by the sewing bug. Mind you, I am NOT complaining. I think it is awesome.
A few weeks ago she asked if I would teach her to sew, and so I tried to figure out an easy first sewing project. Maybe a pillow? That seemed easy enough. And then I found this Million Pillowcase Challenge and our sewing lesson turned into a sewing bee and we invited the whole Brownie troop. Since our group was one of the top fifteen groups to sign up for Meetup we won a box of supplies! Lots of cool fabric and thread…
And after a few (just a little bit harried) hours our girls all completed their first sewing project. There wasn’t a ton of real “teaching” of the basics, but they all got to pick out fabric and play on a sewing machine and we ended up with a dozen pillowcases to send the cause.
Of course we had to test out the seams, too…
They are kid-tested, mom-approved and being sent onto the Conkerr Cancer site.
And, I’m sure Meesh’s birthday gifts are to her by now, so I can show these.
I have had this cool blue/brown fabric since Mav was born with the intent of making a little diaper bag for her. I decided on a smallish messenger bag instead. She can use it for a diaper or two, or just a bag for herself to tote stuff to school.
And another of the buckets. This one is for her family room downstairs. For remotes, xbox games, whatever. I do love these buckets. They are so easy to make and so useful!
So that is what I have this week. What about all of you?
What a great idea, Carrie! You’re pretty brave to take that on with that bunch. But they turned out cute.
The sewing lesson/project was a good one for the girls to try out, but I just read the info on the ConKerr Cancer site, and that just makes the whole project GREAT!!!!!
It was a perfect blend of a learning everyday skills project with a giving one. YOU DID GOOD, and I’m sure that the word is being spread far beyond just the families of the girls in your troop.
The pic with the pillow cases on their heads is the best.
love to you all
I totally agree with Dad… you are such a great teacher.
Love you all
You are awesome Carrie. You are definitely much braver than I am. What a perfect beginner’s sewing lesson for a great cause. You are truly an inspiration!!
I love the posing that is taking place with the fabric…classic!
Awesome birthday gifts indeed! Thanks so much. I used my messenger bag today. I LOVE the inside fabric. It’s perfect!!
I can’t believe you took on twelve little girls with a sewing machine and came out smiling on the other end. You must have the patience of Job!
Did I mention my birthday is in March?
Gorgeous sewing as always Carrie!
You are nothing short of amazing to have taken on a project like that and completed it without going insane. Awesome job, girls and Carrie! I gotta ask tho, what is up with that posing by the fabric?? LOL!