First Sewing project of 2014
Hi friends. Hope you had a great weekend.
Once again, putting my fears aside, I have boldly gone where I usually don't go!! Sorry...I think watching William Shatner everyday in "Boston Legal" is affecting me... :D
Now on to my latest project, which is a sewing project. Yes, finally gathered courage to go near my sewing machine once again. My last sewing project was eons ago!! And here is my latest creation:
A crochet hook case. Yes, even my sewing has to be in connection with crochet!!
I had purchased a set of crochet hooks from Ebay some time back. I think they are from China...or maybe Hong Kong. My first Ebay purchase :)
I wish I had step by step photos to show you. But believe me, you don't want to see my haphazard process....which usually involves a lot of cursing under my breath, along with walking away from my sewing machine a couple of times!
So anyways, here is the finished product;
Eight pockets for the hooks and one for the measuring tape...or scissors.
A flap so that the hooks don't slip out of their nooks.
My obedient hooks tucked into their beds. :)
Finally put the magnetic snap I had purchased ages ago to use.
I think the two fabrics match each other very well. What do you say?
I love the fabric on the outside which is a Bandhani print. I say "print" because real bandhani is a highly skilled and time consuming process of tie n dye. It is very popular in Gujarat, the state where I am residing at present.
As my last crochet hook case was a roll up, I went for a wallet style this time. With the help of various sewing blogs and YouTube videos, I think my sewing machine and I are becoming friends....hehe.
Next, I am going to try and sew linings for a couple of crochet purses I made recently. So until then, Happy Crafting. Wish you a great week ahead.
Applause, applause!! Really, hats off, Sangeetha :-). I can understand your fears of contact to your sewing machine very well :o). I got mine about 1,5 years ago and back then I thought I would make many nice things with it..... but up to now I only shortened some trousers of my son, and that's it *lol*. So I'm very impressed by your beautiful crochet hook case!! Great job and super pretty ♥
ReplyDeleteBeautiful !!! So fresh colors and patterns and well done !
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Anna
I love your hook case. I really need one of these as my hooks are scattered around the house in various drawers and on various shelves! I can never find them when I need them. I love the fabrics you've chosen. Do you have a tutorial? Have a great week xx
ReplyDeleteThat is a lovely case you made with well thought of combination of fabric. And like the earlier post on the top for a toddler. Very beautiful.
ReplyDeleteLooks pretty darn good to me. I don't know the first thing about using a sewing machine. Love the fabrics you used. Best wishes, Tammy
ReplyDeleteSuper cute project! I need to make one like this to my needles urgently :) Lovely fabrics choice too! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day and weekend!
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Ana Love Craft
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This is a lovely case, and I would use it for my watercolor brushes! I found you at Annamaries blog hop,
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Awesome! Oh, man, I've so got to learn how to sew now. :)
ReplyDeleteThe hook case is very neat! is it your own pattern? I like the flap above the hooks to prevent slipping out and the wallet style. Love the fabric choices too.
ReplyDeleteI cant believe you're scared of the sewing machine. You have made it so well. The fabric choice is also very nice. the print on the fabric is my favourite. Its so Indian :-)
ReplyDeleteRanjitha
Congrats !! It's a pretty case:) I liked the idea of putting the flap on the hooks.
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