Oversized Denim Apron

Oversized Denim Apron

I had a request to make a custom apron for a tall and big guy. I selected a sturdy denim and like how heavy it is. I used a basic butcher-style pattern. (I start with this pattern on Sew 4 Home.) My finished dimensions are: 13.5″ across the chest 38″...
Baby Sports Blanket

Baby Sports Blanket

My niece sent me these photos of her adorable daughter in her Kent State gear! She is so precious! I made her the bib and the blanket. My niece and her husband both graduated from Kent State, so it was their idea to base the blanket on their three shirts, centered on...
Special Baby Blanket Made from Old Receiving Blankets

Special Baby Blanket Made from Old Receiving Blankets

My client sent me these receiving blankets which belonged to her late brother. She was expecting a baby and wanted me to incorporate the blankets in a new blanket. We worked through various ideas, but she settled on a basic patchwork design. She also requested that...
Deconstructing a Varsity Jacket

Deconstructing a Varsity Jacket

A jacket, circa 1968, that belonged to my customer’s father. He was ready to get it out of the closet, but his wife was not so sure. It was tattered in spots, but was a generous size. I thought it would be fun to incorporate the leather sleeves. I barely had...
Baby Clothes Memory Quilt Blanket – Gift for a Wife

Baby Clothes Memory Quilt Blanket – Gift for a Wife

I have searched for a blog post on this blanket twice in the past few weeks and can’t find it! I don’t think I ever shared this blanket. Perhaps because it was a Mother’s Day gift commissioned by the recipient’s husband. Well, some more sweet...