I totally forgot to post this vintage pin cushion on Saturday. Isn't it sweet? Does it get any better than pink velvet?
I even love the beads, sequins and GOLD ric rac! I am guessing the person that made this loved to sew.
My husband was away this weekend to visit his mom so I sewed late into the night. I found these Work In Progress Bags by Crazy Mom Quilts and thought they would be a nice simple project. The vinyl takes some getting used to but it is a fun project and useful. The above bag is 14" x 18", I have my next Sew Together Bag in there with everything I need ready to sew.
This one did not turn out as well, truth be told, but I was tired and should not have been sewing. It was supposed to be 9" x 12" and I cut it wrong so it is 9" x 9". It still works for my Posey bocks.
Just to keep it real, this is a very badly installed zipper, again I plead tiredness. It is functional though... There are tips in the pattern for sewing with vinyl, save the tissue that comes with the vinyl, it helps! I also used a zipper foot and a walking foot which she does not. I on the other hand need all the help I can get.
Kelly
LOL, I think they are awesome...good for you for getting them done! I'll be happy to take any rejects off your hands. :)
ReplyDeleteOh I think they are so cute and functional. when I sew with slippery stuff I use my Teflon foot that came with my Viking. It really helps a lot...I only installed one zipper--when I was a teenager I took a dress sewing class and had a lot of help. I wouldn't even think of tackling one now--so yours look great to me...hugs, love that velvet pc Julierose
ReplyDeleteSuch a sweet pink velvet heart, the gold rick rac is the perfect trim. Your WIP bag looks great, I was too busy admiring the fabrics inside to notice the zip.
ReplyDeleteThe pincushion is so pretty. I love those little pearls and the bugel beads. Your bags look perfect to me. I've never sewn a zipper. Too scary. Good for you to finish projects and get organized.
ReplyDeleteHey, you got it done and it looks just fine. Me and zippers? Not happening.:) Very sweet pin cushion!
ReplyDeleteGreat Heart! The added beads and sequance are perfect. I have had my eye on the vinyl bags for awhile now. I need to to make afew of these too--yours are great!
ReplyDeletelol thanks for keeping things real!! lol
ReplyDeleteThese clear pouches are awesome
I really like the vinyl bags you made - so nice for projects to carry with you or stay organized at home and you can see what's in there!
ReplyDeleteWell done..... And as they say don't drink (lots) & sew.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the link to this cute bag.
ReplyDeleteI echo Christine! But hey, not everything has to be perfect. Done is good! Functional is great! Love the bags, you could teach organization.
ReplyDeleteReal is good. I think your bags look great! Functional IS great! These are to use, for you, so don't stress about a less-than-perfect zipper. We're not judging! I think your WIP bags look super!
ReplyDeleteLove the little velvet heart pincushion - so sweet and charming!
Real is good. I think your bags look great! Functional IS great! These are to use, for you, so don't stress about a less-than-perfect zipper. We're not judging! I think your WIP bags look super!
ReplyDeleteLove the little velvet heart pincushion - so sweet and charming!