If I had to describe having two kids under two in one word it would be: relentless! It feels like someone is always crying, wanting to be fed, needing a nappy change, wanting a cuddle... I don't think I'll be going for 3 under 3!
But somehow, I've got two sleeping kids and a few minutes to blog (see how long it lasts), but not quite the energy to put together the tutorials I've got in the works. So, I thought I'd share some close-up photos of the appliques from my son's
Big Boy Bed Quilt Cover.
This was only my third attempt at appliques, and they are far from perfect. (Why did I have to choose images with so many small circles???) I enjoyed making them though - I got into the flow at my sewing machine. I used Heat'n'Bond Lite to fix the appliques to the backing material and sewed a zigzag stitcharound each piece in coordinating thread (not brave enough to try contrasting thread yet. I learned a lot as I went - how to turn corners and go around curves. Maybe one day I'll put together and tips and hints post!
Not sure how long the peace and quiet will last, so I better get a few things done! More posts on the big boy room coming soon...
Your appliques are great! Boy quilts are hard to find and these are simple but cute.
ReplyDeleteHang in there with the kids. I have found it did get easier as they got bigger. I have more time to sew now then I had even a few months ago. I wish I'd written down all the great ideas I had back in the blur days!
They look really good - perfect is over-rated anyhow.
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