Spring Clutch

Spring?  Did someone say Spring??  One of the greatest things about the end of winter is that we REALLY look forward to Spring, and can know that it surely is just around the corner.  I recently finished this little clasp purse, and think it is just as cute as can be.  To me, it looks like Spring. :)

Kitchen Helpers...

Just a few more Christmas gift postings to go. :)  Here are three little aprons for "the girls."  I understand they are already using them when helping Mama in the kitchen.

Although a smaller size, these aprons are from my stand-by simple apron pattern!  It's the one that I find the most comfortable and easy to adjust.  Uncomfortable aprons just don't work!  Isn't that silly??  I usually have one on sometime during the day, so I'm picky about the fit.  It will soon be time for my annual "Cindy Apron."  I've got a few ideas "cooking", so stay tuned.  There is sure to be a give-away sometime in late February or early March.
Happy Thursday!
Cary

Pretty Scarf!

Love, love the soft feel of this infinity scarf!  This one was a Christmas gift.  I still have enough fabric to make another one, and I may just do that to feel that soft warmth on the cold days ahead!

Minky Infinity Scarf

Maybe this project would get me back to the sewing machine!  The new year has come, and my desire to sew seems to have gone out the door!   Any suggestions for sewing inspiration for the coming year? :)

Cardinal Pillow

The cardinal is such a beautiful bird!  I love to look out the kitchen window and see the vibrant red of a cardinal as it perches in a tree.  It also happens to be the "mascot" of my school, so I often see cardinals in one form or another around the school.   This one has "flown and landed" in the home of a dear friend and co-worker.

The pattern came from a magazine, I believe, years and years ago.  (Sorry, but I'm not sure who to credit it to.)  The fabric has become a favorite of mine, and is called "Esprit De Noel" by French General for Moda.

The backing and hidden zipper is one of my favorite features of the pillow construction!  Thanks to Amy for the tutorial!

Cardinal pillow with Topiary Tree Pillow

Hooray for a Snow Day!

A Snow Day is just what I needed to get back to my sewing machine!  Today I sewed a pocket scarf and hat set using Sherpa Suede, and all I have to say about that process is ... Grrrrrr!  It was not an easy task, and before I try again I will try to figure out how to sew with this stuff without breaking my threads!  But... the end product is one I like.  One gift down ... the recipient does not use a computer so no chance of a "spoiler!" :)

October sewing...

It's hard to believe October is almost gone.  How does time go so fast??  In September, according to my sewing journal, I completed five sewing projects.  October, however, only shows two!  I do think the cuteness of the October projects will make up for any lack of others, though.  And here they are -- burp pads and baby booties!  The gender of the coming little one is unknown, but baby's mom said she's pretty sure it's going to be either a girl or a boy! :)  I think these little elephant shoes will work for either one!

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A Christmas pillow project

In January I started sewing with the Across the Pond Sew-Along.  Around the same time I started sewing a quilt with the Sisters' Ten Block of The Month project.  Over the past several months both of these sew-alongs have taken the back seat to the Patchwork, Please! Zakka sew-along.  One of the projects I had put aside was the Topiary Tree Pillow, designed by Amy of eamylove.  I'm so happy to say I've finally finished it!

 It's been awhile since I've sewn a pillow, and quite honestly, I've never been very pleased with my end product.  The design and instructions for this one, though, had great results!  I used a lovely fabric collection by Moda called "Espirit de Noel."

 One of the best features of this pillow is the hidden zipper on the pillow back.  I'm sure this will be my "go to" pattern for pillow backs!

 It is easy to get the pillow form in and out.  Thank you, Amy, for such a great pattern!!