Lollipop Bag

Pattern

     I made this bag a little while back.  It went together easily and I really liked how the bottom was formed.

Zipper finish

     The bag is constructed flat and I finished the seams using the overcasting stitch on my sewing machine.  It gives it a nice finish.

Almost done

     I also liked how the zipper was inserted, nice finish on the ends.

Flap detail

Buttons on flap detail

      I used scraps from a quilt I had made for this little purse and buttons from my stash.

Finished purse

     I would definitely recommend this pattern for everyone that would like a small wristlet purse that stitches up quickly and looks great.

Up-cycled Top

New top from scraps

     I recently had a job for a client that involved taking two identical polo shirts and make them into one scoop neck T-shirt.  After I was done I had two fronts and two sleeves left.  I was getting ready to toss it into the recycling bin when I thought that there was plenty of fabric to make a child sized T-shirt.

Front cut using finished hem at the hemline

     The only problem was is I didn't have any matching rib.  I found a doily in my stash and some ribbing that was the same color as the doily.  To speed things up I cut my pattern pieces using the already sewn hems at the hemline.

Doily sewn in place

     I stitched the doily to the front piece and then constructed the top.  Because the hems were already done, it went very quickly.

Pattern used for the T-shirt

     Now I have a cute top for my granddaughter that was practically free.

Summer Camps 2016

Beginning students showing off their skirts

     Even though it is cold and dark, summer will soon be here.  I spent the last month planning my camp schedule.  I surveyed some moms to find out their and their child's preferences for summer activities.  As a result of the survey, I have revamped my summer offerings.

     I will have three Beginning Sewing Camps.  The first two will be only three days each. The children will learn the basics of operating a sewing machine and make either a skirt or a pair of shorts depending on which camp they are in.  The third camp will be the traditional 4 day camp and they will have their choice of what they want to sew after learning the basics.  All these camps are based on the Kids Can Sew and Craft program.

Yum! Pizza!  Pizza Party Sewing Camp

Chef's Apron  Pizza Party Sewing Camp 

      Yum!  Pizza!  In this one day camp the children will make both an apron and some pizza.  We will start by mixing the dough and then while it rises we will make ourselves an apron to wear.  Then we will finish making the pizza and enjoy it for a late lunch.

Denim Corsage  Denim Do-Over Sewing Camp

Studio Box  Denim Do-Over Sewing Camp 

     In Denim Do-Over the children will use old jeans to make a studio box that can hold their sewing supplies or art supplies.  They are going to be able to use lots of decorative stitches and threads to decorate their box.  They will also make a denim corsage.  This class will meet for four weeks on Wednesday mornings.  Get ready to think 'outside the box'.

Travel Case  Travel Time Sewing Camp

Luggage Tag  Travel Time Sewing Camp

Vinyl Zipper Bag  Travel Time Sewing Camp

Cord Taco  Travel Time Sewing Camp

     And last but certainly not least, is Travel Time Sewing Camp.  They will start with making a roll up travel case for their necessities, a luggage tag, a vinyl zipper bag and a cord 'taco'.  They will have fun mixing and matching fabrics.  Get ready to travel, even if you are only going to stay overnight at grandma's house.  This camp will meet for four mornings the week of August 1st.

     Ready to join in some summer sewing fun?  Contact me via email celeste@sewmuchfun.biz.  Check out my website, Sew Much Fun, for more information.  Click on the calendar page to check the dates.