I made Christmas stockings for my granddaughters, but I
forgot to take pictures of them, so I'll have to post another day.
A
dear friend, Anne, asked me if I could make Christmas stockings for her two
granddaughters as well. I had fun making these! I used the pattern "ThimbleBlossoms merry" by Camille Roskelley, and modified the construction using Cluck
Cluck Sew's tutorial
for a lined stocking as I prefer it completely finished on the inside. I stippled the red stocking and used a curvy stitch to crosshatch quilt the little bear stocking.
I added little charms for that little extra sparkle. I
used the font "Curlz MT" to make the
letters, traced it onto Heat'n'Bond and raw edge stitched around the edges. I
think they turned out great!
These little softies were made for my little cuties, not for
Christmas, but just because! To make the whale, I used this tutorial
from I Heart Naptime, found on Craftiness
is not Optional. I made the whale's tail more pointy. I just liked it that
way. 'Pumpkin Pie Spice' (granddaughter 2) loves it, especially chewing on the
tail, ha ha! I found the elephant softie
tutorial
on the same site.
A hint if you use silk ribbon for the elephant's tale. Tie a knot in the end to be
sewn to the inside. The knot will anchor the ribbon and help prevent it from unraveling when played
with and tugged by little hands. I had to re-sew the ribbon as it pulled out
from the seam. Lily-Bug (granddaughter 1) loves it, too, and she likes to sleep
with it! Perfect!
I love when people share their talents and post tutorials. I
really appreciate it! I know I'll be visiting the Craftiness is not Optional site again. For all you
grandmas with granddaughters, she's got some delightful kids pattern
for sale. Adorable!
Happy New Year to everyone! Have fun, be safe and see you
next year!
~Kat
