An impromptu set of pictures. Everyone was wearing something I made this morning.

 

Patterns:

Kwik Sew 3776

O+S Teaparty Sundress

 

 Over the years, my sewing area has changed many times. Usually due to moving to different houses. This time a change was needed because our family has grown. Again. In every instance, my machine has been set up and always ready for use in the main action area of the house. When it was time for this change it still needed to be where I am, so I can sneak in even a few stitches at a time. Our house is woefully short on storage space so we have armoires in each room. This one is in the living room.

I put a peg board along the back wall for all of my supplies. They are easy to grab and use. This unit is intended for a television, so there are a few outlets right inside. I have a lamp in there for late night sewing. The machine is on a part that slides out so I can sit on one of our bar height chairs if I have time for a longer project. Usually I just stand.

Here it is closed. No kiddos bother it. The drawers and bottom cupboards are full of crayons, puzzles, and other kiddo arts & crafts. On the outside are our 3 favorite family rules.

 

My first real purse. The lining didn't fit well, so I tried to hand tack it in. It is a gift. I made sure the strap is long enough so it can be worn on the shoulder or across the body.

 

Pattern:

www.swoonpatterns.com

 

Coraline is the Swoon pattern name of this wristlet. It went together pretty easily. Maybe I used too stiff an interfacing, I'm not really loving it. Another project to send to the Salvation Army.

Gingham Diapers

I really love gingham diapers! 2 pink and 5 blue. I like the blue ones better. We truly have plenty of diapers for this kid, but when I saw this fabric I couldn't resist.

I had super customer service from Diaper Sewing Supplies. I added onto my order just as they were packing it up and were happy to help. By the way, if you are thinking of ordering, they offer a 'free gift'. I don't suggest the scrap of pul choice. It really was a scrap and useless.
http://www.diapersewingsupplies.com/

Teaparty Sundress

From the unfinished bin. This one is sad and wonky. I used what I had on hand- one bodice of one size and a skirt of a different size.
http://oliverands.com/product/OLV-OS001TP.html

Seashore Sundress

My last Seashore Sundress for a while.

http://oliverands.com/product/OLV-OS024SE.html