Remember when I played around with Inkodye last week? Well, here's the project I created from it; an apron! Up until last week I hadn't used a sewing machine in at least ten years! And I had never used our industrial sewing machine at the shop. It's sort of intimidatingly big. But our sweet seamstress Leanna was kind enough to give me a lesson, so I made an apron. Now, I am not a sewing expert, at all! But I wanted to share my project with you because it's exciting to try new things. Here's what I did:1. I used a large piece of paper to cut out a pattern for my apron front. I trimmed it quite a few times and held it against myself in a mirror until I got the size exactly how I wanted it. 2. I cut out the front piece and three long pieces for the straps. I pinned the neck strap in place so I could make sure I could easily get it over my (big) head but make sure it wasn't too long. 3. I made another little pattern for the front pocket, I didn't want to cut into my dyed fabric until I knew what size I wanted. 4. I took a deep breath, and stitched up all the ironed edges using the industrial machine.Dude—I sewed something! It's not perfect, I have quite a few little crazy stitches in there. But I had made it a goal this year to learn to use a sewing machine properly. Since learning to use it last week I have already made two other projects that involved a little sewing. And I have a new appreciation for all the lovely and talented seamstresses we have had the pleasure of working with here at our shop. Yay!
How about you? Have you tried anything new lately? xo. emma
Cute! I’m with you Emma, everything I make has crazy stitches! People who know how to sew make it look so easy, right? The last thing I sewed we’re actually invitations for an ugly sweater party I’m having. I’m looking forward to making fun decorations from sweaters too, like sweater bunting, and sweater candle cozies, and table runners. I have a picture of my invites on my blog, sadiewade.blogspot.com, I hope the rest turns out too!
Pretty sure I’d have jagged stitches all over the place – don’t know how to thread a sewing machine, although I have occasionally used one with my mom’s help. It’s on my list of things to learn someday.
I sew on a little, itty bitty sewing machine I like to call the “Mini Monster.” There’s no foot pedal, so it gets pretty crazy. I’ve sewn a few dresses that way! I hope to graduate to a standard sewing machine soon.
As for trying anything new…hmm. I don’t think I have!
Where do y’all get all of those awesome doilies from?? I have some, but they are handmade from my great grandma and cannot bring myself to craft with them.
congrats! my mother-in-law recommended an apron as my second sewing project (i can rock out a pillow and that’s about it) and this might just the kick in the booty i need to go pick out some fabric and get to work! xo.
What a great project! I’m a little crazy for aprons lately, so naturally I love it. As for tyring new things, I bought some embroidery thread last month with intentions of crafting some hand-embroidered…pillows? art? Not sure yet but I’m full of ideas!
Wow. I think the last time I tried to use a sewing machine was ten years ago and that was a disaster. Good on ya, girl! Love the red and white stripes!
Hi! I’ve started to fololw your blog 🙂 however mine it’s focused on fashion, I’m a craft lover and when I have free time, I like to do crafty works 🙂 I’ll be glad if you would be my fololwer too :)kisses from Italy :):)
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awesome project! congrats emma 🙂
Cute! I’m with you Emma, everything I make has crazy stitches! People who know how to sew make it look so easy, right? The last thing I sewed we’re actually invitations for an ugly sweater party I’m having. I’m looking forward to making fun decorations from sweaters too, like sweater bunting, and sweater candle cozies, and table runners. I have a picture of my invites on my blog, sadiewade.blogspot.com, I hope the rest turns out too!
Pretty sure I’d have jagged stitches all over the place – don’t know how to thread a sewing machine, although I have occasionally used one with my mom’s help. It’s on my list of things to learn someday.
I sew on a little, itty bitty sewing machine I like to call the “Mini Monster.” There’s no foot pedal, so it gets pretty crazy. I’ve sewn a few dresses that way! I hope to graduate to a standard sewing machine soon.
As for trying anything new…hmm. I don’t think I have!
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Where do y’all get all of those awesome doilies from?? I have some, but they are handmade from my great grandma and cannot bring myself to craft with them.
That’s awesome! 🙂
Val
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This looks great for a first sewing project! It took me awhile to get the hang of it but once you do, it comes a lot easier 🙂
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Oh, this is that striped fabric that you guys showed us last week. Nice application! 🙂
xoxo
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That is so funny. Way to go. My oldest daughter wants to learn to sew and it will be fun teaching her.
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Great result!
Nice! My sewing machine and I are becoming very good friends.
Love the stripes!
It looks great and you’ll love it all the more as you made it with your own fair hands.Rx
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adorable, adorable
grace
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It looks great, don’t give up!
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Good work, Emma! You go, girl!
New things I’ve done lately? Ummm … I got facebook.
Haha! Yes. It really did take me this long to get it. Shocking, right? 😉
Super cute!
xo Emilie @ http://www.hungrydelights.com
Nice work Emma! I’m taking sewing lessons this summer…and am so excited to be able to make things myself!
Aww cute! I need to learn to sew, too 😛
xo Heather
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congrats! my mother-in-law recommended an apron as my second sewing project (i can rock out a pillow and that’s about it) and this might just the kick in the booty i need to go pick out some fabric and get to work! xo.
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What a great project! I’m a little crazy for aprons lately, so naturally I love it. As for tyring new things, I bought some embroidery thread last month with intentions of crafting some hand-embroidered…pillows? art? Not sure yet but I’m full of ideas!
Thanks for the inspiration!
It’s cute, Emma! I’m just learning to use a sewing machine as well. Good luck!
That’s funny!So cute!Thanks for sharing!
I love your industrial sewing machine and am insanely jealous of it.
Wow. I think the last time I tried to use a sewing machine was ten years ago and that was a disaster. Good on ya, girl! Love the red and white stripes!
So cuuute!!! I’ll do this sometime 🙂
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Hi! I’ve started to fololw your blog 🙂 however mine it’s focused on fashion, I’m a craft lover and when I have free time, I like to do crafty works 🙂 I’ll be glad if you would be my fololwer too :)kisses from Italy :):)
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