So, remember that journal I made myself a while back? Well probably not, as I don't mention it much, but it's right here. Anyway, I showed it to my bestfriend, and the first thing she said was "Oh! I'd like one of those for my birthday!" and seeing as it was a pretty big birthday, I obliged and got sewing.
It's made of a whole heap of panels, felt based, or dyed-denim, or cotton.
The fabric here, better seen in the first photograph, was plain cream calico that I hand-dyed and stamped, then embellished to the hilt!
I do love buttons, like lace, they can be added to anything and make it look prettier (in my opinion!).
There is a lot of stitching, it took a while - and ended up being a belated gift - but I'm really pleased with how it ended up! It was a wrench giving it away, but that's how it should be :)
I love giving handmade gifts - I started working on my Christmas presents a couple of weeks back - that's so early for me, usually everything is a late November rush! This year I'm trying to be organised. Haha. I'll let you know how that works out!
Awe, cute! Happy birthday to your lovely friend! Thank you for the sweet comment!
ReplyDeletexo, Elsie
As the recipient of the journal/photo album, am very honoured... thankyou my lovely!
ReplyDeletewow! that is beautiful, i bet your friend was over the moon with it :D
ReplyDeleteI must make a start on xmas presents once I'm done with making petes bday one. I've already got an idea of what I want to make you :D
Elsie - thankyou!
ReplyDeleteNicki - Glad you liked it!! You're very welcome :)
Sarah - Hehe! I love handmaking christmas gifts! I'm working on my second one at the moment :) Ooh! exciting! I sort of have an idea of what I want to do for you, but it may change! xx