Sandra, what a gift you have for restoring stuffed animals! The before and after pictures say it all. If you ever wanted to do this for a side-line, just create a website! I believe you would have customers ready and waiting with their much-loved treasures.
I have a Winnie the Pooh that is resting on his tummy with one back legged bent up-wards and his head resting on his front paws with a small black and yellow honeybee on his nose. I mention him because his very expressive eyes are created with felt. The felt eyes are made of 3 colors. The lowest layer is a circle of white, then there is a slightly smaller circle of brown and the pupil is a small circle of black. Depending on how these circles of felt are stacked, they can create/emote feelings. My Pooh Bear is definitely happy. As this felt is stitched in place, it might be a temporary fix when replacement eyes are not available.
Love how you are being so thoughtful in making the silk velvet jacket.
I'm not sure I could charge enough money to cover actual cost of my time and materials. I prefer to do it as a labor of love, at least for now. Thanks for the idea though!
I know I've already stated I have no talent for sewing and was the bane of my Home Ec teacher's existence, briefly, many years ago. (Just the fact I can refer to Home Ec ages me, of course.)
Love the restoration of Peanut Rabbit and Teddy. You have, plainly, developed the patience to compliment your talent. As for store-bought velvet clothing, you are absolutely correct. By contrast, your jacket, I don't doubt, will be beautiful! You'll apply that patience, work at your own pace, and we will be delighted to see the results. I just may have to check out some of those tutorials ....
Remember when we used to have book club in person? I miss that and I miss your amazing ability to discuss books so intelligently. Thank you for your kind words re my sewing. xo
I'm in awe of your restorations. I love the repair shop and have to admit the sewing ladies are my favourites. I love the red velvet, I don't sew but I'm a sensory person and I could sit and stroke it for hours. In fact I do actually have some squares of velvet that I use as a background for photos but mostly end up stroking them. Good luck with your projects. I'd be happy to see more.
Thank you so much! The reason I'm sewing my own velvet jacket is store bought velvet is no longer sewn correctly. As you know, when stroked, you want the nap to lie down, you don't want to stroke "against the grain." But just try to find a store bought velvet garment where that is the case. You'll be seeing more projects here as I go along. One day I should just post photos of some of my favorite sewing projects.
Good to hear from you, Ba! I sent an ecard for your birthday, don't know if you've seen it yet. It's good to hear from you! If you lived nearby, I'd be happy to hem your pants.
Sandra, what a gift you have for restoring stuffed animals! The before and after pictures say it all. If you ever wanted to do this for a side-line, just create a website! I believe you would have customers ready and waiting with their much-loved treasures.
I have a Winnie the Pooh that is resting on his tummy with one back legged bent up-wards and his head resting on his front paws with a small black and yellow honeybee on his nose. I mention him because his very expressive eyes are created with felt. The felt eyes are made of 3 colors. The lowest layer is a circle of white, then there is a slightly smaller circle of brown and the pupil is a small circle of black. Depending on how these circles of felt are stacked, they can create/emote feelings. My Pooh Bear is definitely happy. As this felt is stitched in place, it might be a temporary fix when replacement eyes are not available.
Love how you are being so thoughtful in making the silk velvet jacket.
I'm not sure I could charge enough money to cover actual cost of my time and materials. I prefer to do it as a labor of love, at least for now. Thanks for the idea though!
I know I've already stated I have no talent for sewing and was the bane of my Home Ec teacher's existence, briefly, many years ago. (Just the fact I can refer to Home Ec ages me, of course.)
Love the restoration of Peanut Rabbit and Teddy. You have, plainly, developed the patience to compliment your talent. As for store-bought velvet clothing, you are absolutely correct. By contrast, your jacket, I don't doubt, will be beautiful! You'll apply that patience, work at your own pace, and we will be delighted to see the results. I just may have to check out some of those tutorials ....
Remember when we used to have book club in person? I miss that and I miss your amazing ability to discuss books so intelligently. Thank you for your kind words re my sewing. xo
Grateful for you and your sewing, Sis.
Thank you.
I'm in awe of your restorations. I love the repair shop and have to admit the sewing ladies are my favourites. I love the red velvet, I don't sew but I'm a sensory person and I could sit and stroke it for hours. In fact I do actually have some squares of velvet that I use as a background for photos but mostly end up stroking them. Good luck with your projects. I'd be happy to see more.
Thank you so much! The reason I'm sewing my own velvet jacket is store bought velvet is no longer sewn correctly. As you know, when stroked, you want the nap to lie down, you don't want to stroke "against the grain." But just try to find a store bought velvet garment where that is the case. You'll be seeing more projects here as I go along. One day I should just post photos of some of my favorite sewing projects.
Hi! Slow in reading my emails. Wonderful work you are doing with your sewing. I don't even want to hem my pants!
Good to hear from you, Ba! I sent an ecard for your birthday, don't know if you've seen it yet. It's good to hear from you! If you lived nearby, I'd be happy to hem your pants.
Thank you! The restorations were truly a labor of love. I'm looking forward to the finished red velvet jacket too!