Inspired by LOVE

Inspiration is a lovely thing and I have been inspired by the order of Amy Butler “LOVE” fabric which recently arrived on my stoop. Today, I have set aside some time to deviate from what I do well---sewing diaper bags and the like---to make clothing.


More specifically, I want to sew a spring wardrobe for my sweet Isabel.

In yet another uncharacteristic move, I have purchased two patterns from which I hope to produce said clothing. Historically, patterns and I do not get along. I am not sure why but I imagine, it is somehow connected to the fact that I have no sense of direction and a distain for maps. It would be fair to say, I prefer the road less traveled.

In any event, I shall give it a whirl and will keep you updated on my progress as I venture into unchartered territory with nothing more than a few dozen bolts of beautiful fabric and a couple of Sew Easy patterns.

Wish me luck!

Up-Cycled Flower Ring

By Watermelon Wishes

Supplies:

• 3 to 5 paper or silk flowers in assorted sizes

• Brad

• Recycled white plastic sealing plug from a carton of half and half, milk or orange juice

Tools:

• Small hole punch (1/8”)

Steps:

1. wash and dry the plug, leaving the ring and dome intact

2. punch a small hole in the center of the plug dome

3. stack the flowers largest to smallest and center them atop the plug dome

4. thread the brad through the flowers and plug dome

5. open the brad and secure the flowers to the plug dome

6. slip the ring onto the finger of choice