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Show and Tell Friday: Sewing Projects It's Show and Tell day over at Kelli's House, and since I've been on a sewing spree this week, finishing up several long unfinished projects, I thought I'd just share what I've accomplished. (And maybe bask in the glow a little bit. LoL)

First, a pair of sweatpants originally cut out for oldest son, now the perfect size for my youngest daughter, Emily. Nice pose, huh? Next, a doll nightie I cut out long ago, to match pjs for the girls. Finished the pjs, forgot all about the poor doll - until now. Finally added a zipper and hem to this dress for my oldest daughter. I started it last winter, but found at the last minute that it was too small. In my frustration, I lost interest in the whole thing. Ironically, she's lost weight since then, so now it actually fits. Couldn't get her to model it for a picture, though. Next, four sets of pajamas cut out by my husband's grandma... who knows when? Probably when my sister-in-law was a little girl. Grandma gave me the patterns and pieces to finish them up for my girls, but time got away from me, too. Ironically (again), my sister-in-law now has two little girls who are just this size. And their birthdays are both coming up soon. When Emily was about three years old, I cut out this fleece hat, mitten and scarf set, with the best of intentions of finishing them right away. At the time I was five months pregnant and in the process of moving, so... they didn't get finished. But ten years later, it was still really fun seeing these come together: And the matching bunny backpack. So precious! These are size 2-4, and we don't have a little girl to fit them right now. But we do have a little grandbaby coming, and if it's a girl, wouldn't this be a fun gift from Grandma? We'll just have to patiently wait and see. Meanwhile, here's 9-year-old Timothy, hamming it up for the camera. (Someday he'll despise this picture! LoL But he sure was having fun!) I have to say, it feels great having all of these projects finished after all this time. I'm tempted to ask myself, if this was all done in a week, why have I let it hang over my head for years?? But I guess it's all about timing. The timing wasn't right, and now, it is. Heck, I finally have time! So it's all good, and I'll refrain from kicking myself too hard. ;o)
Posted by Heather at 10:57 AM Labels: grandchildren, home, kids, motherhood, sewing, Show and Tell Friday Short Stop said...

Oh my goodness, those bunnies are adorable!!

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 12:38:00 PM CST cherished*vintage said...

Ok, those bunnies are the cutest thing ever! Love the backpack. They will make a wonderful gift from grandma. Great work!

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 1:44:00 PM CST Morning Rose said...

Wow, you've been busy sewing! Everything looks great! The bunnies are just in time for spring. :)

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 1:59:00 PM CST 
Love it all...really like the color of the dress you made, but I must say the bunny things are TOPS!!!

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 2:11:00 PM CST 
I'll bet it felt great to get all those UFO's done!!
I LOVE the bunny ensemble!!

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 3:34:00 PM CST Connie Marie said...

Very good work!
One week huh?
I hope you have a girl for those cute, cute bunnies!

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 4:01:00 PM CST stace said...

i wish i could sew like that....great work

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 4:18:00 PM CST 
You made all these things??! I am impressed! Love the hat and mittens... adorable.

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 4:22:00 PM CST 
Wow! You have some great sewing! I am trying to get into it more as well. I am hoping to make an apron soon (once the pattern arrives in the mail). I hope it turns out ok.

Thanks for stopping by to say hello and commenting on my blog! Have a beautiful weekend!

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 5:02:00 PM CST 
There is a perfect time for everything and it looks like that time was now. I love all of your sewing projects. I especially love the sunflower fabric that you used to make the doll's nightie. Thanks for sharing your busy week. You did great!


Friday, March 7, 2008 at 7:03:00 PM CST Feathering My Nest said...

You get an 'A' for the day!! Your projects are lovely!! Good for you. I love your dress.


Friday, March 7, 2008 at 7:26:00 PM CST 
I can hardly sew a button on so I'm always amazed to see other's beautiful work.

I think the hat mittens and scarf set and backpack will make some little girl very happy someday --thye are adorable.

Hugs, Pat in NY

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 7:33:00 PM CST MammyT said...

Hey, you did so "good". I have so many projects, I've started a whole page for them on my blog. I only have 3 on it and have several more to put up. It helps me to keep track, too.
The pajamas look so sweet and comfy.

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 8:38:00 PM CST 
I love the bunny things.
They are so cute for little

Friday, March 7, 2008 at 9:28:00 PM CST 
What great accomplishments!!! I can only imagine how very great it must feel for you. Love the PJ's and the bunnys. Adorable.

Saturday, March 8, 2008 at 5:11:00 AM CST 
Great sewing! I'm just starting to really get into sewing myself. I'm posting a pic of some fabric my hubby bought me, if you have a chance stop by my randomness blog to let me know what you think I should make myself with it.

I love the blue dress! If my mom could have sewn like that for my proms I would have actually liked what I wore! LOL!

The bunnies are all adorable too!

Saturday, March 8, 2008 at 8:36:00 AM CST 
Thank you all, so much, for your sweet comments! Really do appreciate you stopping in. ;o)

Saturday, March 8, 2008 at 1:29:00 PM CST 
What a great Show & Tell! You have some really great projects but my favorites were the bunnies and the pajamas! They look so cozy.

Saturday, March 8, 2008 at 4:24:00 PM CST 
You are really working the UFO closet!!! Good job.

Sunday, March 9, 2008 at 8:43:00 AM CDT Inland Empire Girl said...

Those bunnies are just too cute! It puts me in the mood for spring!

Sunday, March 9, 2008 at 10:03:00 PM CDT 
Wow! You got a lot done! I love the pictures - especially when your kids model for you! They seem so fun!

Monday, March 10, 2008 at 6:26:00 PM CDT 
You have been hard at work!! All the projects are wonderful and the bunnies are too cute...I love them!

Monday, March 10, 2008 at 8:26:00 PM CDT