Baby A's crib bedding

Baby bedding

Today I dusted off my machines.

Jenny G. took me to the DownEast clearance stores. I found a Pottery Barn twin white sheet with red stars for less than 10 bucks. I turned it into a crib sheet using Dana's crib sheet tutorial.  It is super easy-you should try it! I have some leftover and I might make a bumper or a pillow. I haven't decided. 

At another DownEast store I found a toddler duvet that was red with white stars for 5 bucks. I just needed to make an insert. I used knit fabric and batting I already had on hand. I'm so glad to put my stash to use. 

I used Ty's crib skirt which matches the red nicely and I do not have to do any painting. The skirt could use a little pressing but I probably won't worry about that. 

Baby girl won't actually use this crib for a few months but it is nice to cross it off my list. I also made closet dividers for her clothes by size. I still have lots of washing to do before she gets here but the kids room is getting a little more organized each day. 

Sewing for Tim Holtz

Sewing for Tim Holtz

I love to sew.  Recently my friend Paula Cheney asked if I would sew a few pieces for Spring Quilt Market 2015 in Minneapolis for Tim Holtz.  I was over the moon!  

Of course I will sew for Tim Holtz!!! 

She sent me a few pictures for inspiration, I found several patterns, and Paula helped me narrow down the dress choices.  After she brought over the fabric I got right to work. 

I don't think they used the pajama pants in their booth.  There are tons of fabulous pieces in their booth.  

But hanging up right next to a beautiful quilt in their booth is the toddler dress I sewed.  I loved this fabric.  I tried really hard to place my pattern pieces in just the right spots so that you would get a good chunk of butterflies.

So for one weekend I felt like a celebrity as Paula posted this dress on her Instagram page during the quilt show.  It was fun to read comments from complete strangers.  I'm crossing my fingers that I'll get to sew for Tim Holtz again for his future shows. Be sure to check out my dress in their booth!