A number of my friends have asked me, over the years, for *very* basic sewing help, and it transpires that people exist without so much as a needle and thread - I know, it beggars belief doesn't it!
I decided that group of friends (who luckily don't visit this blog) should be introduced to this wonderful world whether they like it or not, so I have been collecting stuff for a sewing kit
or two or three
They should be useful, but look boring, but my thinking kinda stopped there. Then when I was blog surfing, I saw that the lovely Plum has made some Christmassy Pouches, and that gave me the inspiration I needed - not that mine are anything like hers, but I hadn't thought of making a pouch for the sewing kits.
I used the Fat Quarter bag method that is my go-to draw string bag, but reduced the size
So that the sewing kits will fit inside
I made quite a few
And now just need to get some thin blue ribbon to finish them off
Inspired - thanks Plum
I started this blog for me - it expanded to show BFF Jackie what I was doing - and a few others have invited themselves too - everybody welcome! Mostly about patchwork, with random comments about embroidery, family and life in general, come on in, put your feet up, and I'll put the [virtual] kettle on.
What a lovely idea. The bags look really nice and will make such nice presents for your non-sewing friends. xxx
ReplyDeleteHa, nothing liking dragging them into it, kicking and screaming... ;o)
ReplyDeleteCute idea. It's always handy to have a sewing kit.
ReplyDeleteHow do people cope in a household that doesn't contain a needle or thread Benta?? You are really performing a Public Service there with your sewing kits, it is definitely for the greater good :)
ReplyDeleteSewing kits should be official issue when you get your National Insurance card!!
ReplyDeleteI love the fabric you have used!
ReplyDeleteWhat a thoughtful idea - and the fabric bags are so "on theme"!
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