For several days now, I've been stitching up a gift for a special someone that is my own design. I sketched my idea up on paper, made the calculations and then dove in. No prototype here as I need this gift finished ASAP! ;o) That being said, I find it goes best if I don't rush myself (fewer mistakes) and even though I'm taking longer than I had hoped, it's coming along nicely. I may even have a finish to share soon.
Happily, I'm at the stage where I can add a few little extra touches that really make it "mine".
Details like self-made binding, colourful press snaps and even a few handmade labels (hello fussy cuts, rubber stamps and fabric pens!) for embellishment. Several special notions have been strewn about the table as I decide which I want to include and where to add them. What fun!
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It's looking like a fab make. I await the big reveal.
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to seeing the end result. Love the fabric. I also love your new header, all pretty in pink.
ReplyDeleteI'm actually working on a Chanel style jacket these days. Just beginning. I'm thread tracing onto the fabric. I need a lot of breaks, hence blogging.
Oh yes... I'm waiting with bated breath for the unveiling. Love the polka dots.
ReplyDeleteNice! I love polka dots. Your giftee should love it.
ReplyDeleteThis is looking very interesting! Love all the details you are playing with! I'm making some secret Easter gifts that I need to get in the mail- they have a long way to travel if they are to arrive in time!
ReplyDeleteI like this!
ReplyDeleteSomeday I wish I have the time and currage to sew something like that!
Kram//Maja
You do stamps on the fabric? It looks like a fun gift, can't wait to see it finished.
ReplyDeleteIt looks so cute and I love the dots!
ReplyDeleteThose dots are awesome and fun! And the embellishments sound great. Looks like a tote? Can't wait to see more!
ReplyDeleteThis is looking so pretty!Looking forward to seeing it finished!
ReplyDeleteThis is looking great! I can't wait to see the finished project!! Please share it when done... love that fabric!
ReplyDeletea little Ric Rac rabbit is definitely a very special touch!
ReplyDeleteLooks lovely whatever it is! Looking forward to seeing what you pull together Katherine. :)
ReplyDeleteDots! Dots are just so happy! I love em
ReplyDeleteleeanna paylor
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You have a lucky friend. I love your fabric choices, especially the bunny.
ReplyDeleteThat must be a special person indeed as your project seems to be quite labour intensive, hope you'll show it finished sometime on your blog.
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