Today I’m reposting an oldie but a goodie…. the very first big, complicated sewing project I tackled when I first became a mother. I made this quiet book eight years ago for my little baby who is turning nine in a few weeks. I am going to have a nine year old! Ack!
But enough reminiscing.
First page: an artist’s palette. Each of the colors snaps onto the palette. It’s a matching game.
Comments & Reviews
This is SO awesome! I would love to have a book like this when I have children! Great job!
Thanks, Heather!
Wow, I can't believe I haven't seen this on Pinterest yet – I just pinned it for ya! This is really spectacular…I'm so impressed! This would also be a good chance to practice some sewing skills like zippers. I would probably change a couple of things, being that we are a non-religious family, but the piggy bank is a good idea nonetheless. Beautifully done! And yes, I love that scalloped water edge! A lot of this seems self explanatory, but did you have any sections you felt could be spelled out to a newer sewer like myself?
My only suggestion would be to line every page with stiff iron-on interfacing. It keeps the fabric from puckering when you do all of the zig zag stitching on the edges of shapes. You will learn the most by doing, so I say give it a try!
Wow – that is one of the best books I have seen yet and not as bulky or cumbersome as some tend to get – good job!
Thank you so much! It sure has been fun for my kids.