pond_ripple's Fabric Blog

I'm finally figuring out how to get the most out of my fabric scraps.  Most of my Golden Sea Serpent swatch went into a messenger bag. There was only a thin strip left, and I ended up making a fabric button and a cat toy. The button was easier to make than I thought. Basically it works just like covering a small sewing button. Just cut out a circle a little larger than the button do a large, loose running stitch all the way around. When you reach the place you started, with the fabric on the button the way you want, pull the thread so that it gathers like a drawstring bag. When you have it as tight as you can get it, secure the end with a knot or several backstitches. To tidy up the edges whip-stitch the edges all the way around a couple of times. Button Back Button Front Detail of Mouse

Design-wise, I have been experimenting with colors. Spoonflower has an amazing tool that lets you change out colors with the greatest of ease. Result: White Flowers +Sea Serpent Colorway Sea Serpent White Flowers +Sea Serpents Colorway Sea Serpents That's right, a floral and monster set specifically designed with moms in mind. It's hard to find mother and child sets that appeal to each side of the proverbial coin. I am going to be putting more of this idea into action soon. ................................................................................................................ And sewing machine update: she is working beautifully. It zips through and gets the job done in no time. So far all that has gotten done are simple test projects so that I can get a good feel for it before tackling anything serious. Fixing a small worn out drawstring bag that was literally held together with safety pins was test run number one. I had a few issues with the severe...