Here is my first (viable) bib and spit rag. I did a few trial runs with some scrap my mum had, just to get used to using a machine again, and get the right template for the bib. I found one on the net, but it just didnt seem to work out the first 2 times I did it. One was a complete disaster, the other was better but still not perfect. It was not deep enough in the neck and would have strangled the baby! I was also using an old nappy for the back, which I think was a bit thick. I then decided to trace around a bib Em already had, and allow extra for the seams. (I am REALLY bad at forgetting to allow for seams!!!) so eventually, after after 3 or so goes, I got the one I wanted. Time to use to good material!
I got some patchwork squares called "fat quarters" which is enough for the bib and the rag. I also bought some flannel for the back from spotlight. (its lucky spotlight is in Queanbeyan, otherwise I would be there alllllll the time.) As it was, I spent $70 odd bucks kitting myself out.
So here is the first one. You cant tell from the pic, and you probably wouldnt notice unless you are really observant (and a sewer... I'm sure my sewing friends would notice!), but when you turn the bib over, I used the wrong side of the flannel. oh well. lesson learned!
This afternoon I went to tuggers and got 10 more fat quarters to make some more. I am hooked! I also want to bring the machine over from mums (we just dont have the room) so I can make some more before the weekend for friends that have had a baby recently and we are seeing them on the weekend. Hopefully they will withstand the washing and wearing!!!!
Remember, I am very good at doing lots of dodgy craft! I am also very good at going overboard at first and then slowly losing interest! hahaha!
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