Let me preface this post by saying that I am not a crafter, sewer, or quilter. I missed the genes that run in my family and bestow the ability to turn piles of material into beautiful handmade heirlooms.
However, as Christmas approached I thought it would be nice to make handmade items as gifts. I googled "homemade Christmas gifts" and - no offense, anyone - the lists I came up with were stupid. I don't want to give popsicle stick picture frames, or juice-can coasters. I want things that will last, that people can use, and that will hopefully conjure positive memories of me whenever they see it.
However, a few days ago I noticed my sister Anna, who did receive the gene *grumblegrumble* putting stitches on an incredibly beautiful table runner. I mean, Martha Stewart/House Beautiful type table runner. I examined it and discovered it was completely made of 2" strips of material, all straight seams, and no lining up pesky corners, angles, etc, etc, etc. I still wasn't totally convinced I could create a masterpiece like Annas, though...
... until I tried. :) If I can do it, anyone can do it.
I will be posting a mini-tutorial later on, but I just had to take a moment to brag. :)
(Isn't this material, quite frankly, rad? :)
1 comment:
Not a crafter?!! Who sewed her own beanie babies because I wouldn't let her buy into the craze...and then the neighborhood girls wanted to buy yours? And who sewed Maggie a wonderful dress for her Christmas concert? ...and made all her own banquet dresses? I will get the last laugh when you start making your childrens' clothes...and enjoy it! And Sarah, seamstress is a much nicer way of saying sewer *smile*. Love, Mom
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