Scrapbusting Tote

 Needing a sewing project for 'in-between sewing projects', I was scratching my head on what to make. I knew I wanted to sew but I didn't want a big commitment, so I raided my fabric scraps and started playing around with them. 

I decided to make a simple tote, using scrap batting to decide what size to make.

I think it turned out good, what do you think? I've put it into my 'gift cupboard' for when I need to find a gift for someone - do you think it'd make a good gift?

Anyway, see the process of making it here: https://youtu.be/QS8Zs7UEAbo?si=51NvBqWWKVnBPpcy

I really enjoy sewing this way, it's relaxing and I love seeing the finished product. I think I'll be making more of these in the future! 

Oh & I like the thing that I did with the double handles, do you think other people will like that too?

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Twirly patchwork dress

I made Laney a patchwork dress as I wanted to use up a bunch of precut fabric.

I had previously spent a day going through my fabric stash and finding all the fabric that I didn't really like anymore or I didn't have enough to make something big with and cut them all up into squares using my cutter. 

...Well, actually, to be totally honest, I handed the fabric to my 9yo son and he put them through the cutter as he loves using it!

The pattern was really easy to use, I loved the bodice as it came together so easily and gave the dress a nice finish.  Pattern is from here and bonus, it comes as adult sizes too.

I love the dress so much that we're planning a second one for Laney and I'm thinking of making myself a patchwork skirt! 

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