Friday, August 28, 2009

A finish and a start !

Yay ! A finish for August ! Although I'm not in the sewing machine cover challenge all those involved in it have inspired me to make my own . I really enjoyed making something just for me and using up scraps and not taking notes for a pattern as I went . I even added pockets on the side of the cover to try and get a little organisation going on in the Craftroom . I did say a little organised , I don't expect miracles !
I don't usually have the opportunity to buy matching fabrics as my nearest fabric store is Spotlight an hour away and when I do get there usually once a year it's a case of snatching a bundle of fabric and getting out of the store as quickly as possible .(After I've paid for them of course !) So recently I treated myself to this Micheal Miller fabric that coordinates ! I have a project in mind for this that hopefully I can show you soon .

22 comments:

Kris Meares - Tag Along Teddies said...

Hey Clare! Your sewing machine cover looks FABULOUS!! I have to confess to having a naked sewing machine - there just always seems to be a huge list of OTHER things that need to be sewn. Maybe one day ...! And your new fabrics look great! I'm not a pink girl at all, but can cope with it when it's teamed with green - I particularly like the swirly pattern on the left - very funky! Can't wait to see what you've got planned for them! Bear Hugs! KRIS

Nikki said...

Love the cover Clare. And good for you for sewing for yourself. There should be more of it, I say!

And those Michael Millar fabrics are delicious.

Barb said...

Yes, i love it toooo and love your fabric as well.....

Be sure to come by my blog for a giveaway tomorrow....

PVK Devotionals said...

Thanks Clare for your comment on my blog..I love the bunnies also.
Your sewing machine cover looks great, you have done a fantastic job. This is something I have planned to do for a long time..maybe oneday I will have it done and be able to show everyone too.

Mistea said...

Like the way you have dressed up your sewing machine - so pretty. That sure is cool fabric. Honestly can't imagine not being able to stop at a fabric shop on a regular basis. Enjoy creating with your new fabric.

Vicki ♥ said...

Thats a great machine cover and is nice and bright and I also love your new fabrics too...woooo hoo cant wait to see what you create with them. Its nice to have a bit of a spend up in a different shop :)

Julie said...

Very nice fabric, I love your sewing machine cover too. I live an hours drive from a Spotlight too.

Mrs Button said...

The sewing machine is looking loved and beautifully dressed. The new fabrics are scrumptious and I can't wait to see what you create with them. Lisa.

A Bite of Country Cupcakes said...

Those fabrics are just gorgeous.
Micheal miller fabrics are tho,Eh?
I would love to be able to sew...Threading the machine is work enough for me! lol!

Robyn said...

Your cover looks great........I must admit I would be too scared to cover my machine, don't they say 'out of sight, out of mind'?

Cardygirl said...

gorgeous fabrics!

ittybittyandpretty said...

those fabrics are smashing. i want a new machine not just a new cover!
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miss~nance said...

Great machine cover. I would really love to make one but have too many other projects that I HAVE to do first.

Your new fabric is really bright and cheery, looking forward to seeing what you make with it.

Gail

Rumi said...

I adore your cover! So cheery!

Simone de Klerk said...

I love your machine cover and the fabrics your bought look lovely together (O: Look forward to the project you have in mind with it! Have a lovely Sunday (O:

LaurieStar said...

This is so cute! I love the colors!

Cora said...

Hi Clare, Your sewing machine cover is nice, I like the pockets on the side and the row of flowers make it really cute. You should enter the challenge- it closes tomorrow the 31st.
www.acraftymoment.blogspot.com

Cora said...

Hi Clare, Your sewing machine cover is nice, I like the pockets on the side and the row of flowers make it really cute. You should enter the challenge- it closes tomorrow the 31st.
www.acraftymoment.blogspot.com

Unknown said...

Good Morning, Great cover and beautiful choice of fabrics!, have a sweet day! x

missi mu said...

Hi Clare,

Looks like you have been busy! You have inspired me to make my own cover. Thanks for dropping by too, nice to know we aren't talking to ourselves! Bec

Indigo Blue said...

Lovely machine cover. Mine could probably do with something to keep the dust off when it is sitting on my sewing table. Lovely blog too.

Bec said...

A gorgeous machine cover, love the colours!