Tuesday, October 29, 2013

Poncho


I did a little sewing this past weekend.  Not as much as I would have liked.  But I did get a Poncho finished for a dear friend.  She was the lovely woman who gave me the Steam Press, Babylock serger, and large box of Cone Thread.  She also had some vintage fabric that she had had for many years, and asked would I make her a poncho, after seeing the Poncho that I had worn to a funeral we both attended earlier this year.

I was a little nervous about making the poncho since the fabric was so delicate and beautiful, but I knew she wanted something simple and so I endeavored to make sure she had what she asked for after being so very kind and generous to me.  I am pleased at how it came out, and I hope she loves it as well.  The flower broach is made of felt.   Here she is:

 


 Now back to my earlier project.  Happy Sewing!
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17 comments :

  1. RhondaBussOctober 29, 2013 at 8:47 PM

    Lovely. Isn't it wonderful when we can return a favor?!

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    1. It's Melanie DarlingNovember 21, 2013 at 9:29 PM

      Thank you so much Rhonda. I love doing things for others.

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  2. NancyOctober 29, 2013 at 10:09 PM

    Beautiful poncho and the flower is just perfect.

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  3. NancyOctober 29, 2013 at 10:11 PM

    Me again, I wonder if you would consider adding the gadget to allow someone to follow via email subscription? It makes it so much easier to follow a good blog when the new posts come right to your inbox, Thanks.

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  4. SewingfunthingsOctober 29, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    It did turn out to be a beautiful piece of art and I'm sure your friend will enjoy wearing it.

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    1. It's Melanie DarlingNovember 21, 2013 at 9:30 PM

      Thank you so much Dorothy. I think she likes it a lot.

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  5. NannaOctober 30, 2013 at 6:03 PM

    beautiful! when it comes to sewing for someone else it makes me nervouse like I can't sew lol! you did a beautiful job!
    Helen

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    1. It's Melanie DarlingNovember 21, 2013 at 9:30 PM

      Aahhhh Helen, thanks. I don't sew for others either, so I was nervous too.

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  6. Virginia's DaughterOctober 30, 2013 at 7:07 PM

    Oh Melanie Dahling....you did a fabulous job. I know she is just thrilled. Such a nice color too! Very nice!

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    1. It's Melanie DarlingNovember 21, 2013 at 9:31 PM

      Thanks T. She said she loves it. I'm happy I don't sew for others, so I was a little nervous.

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  7. Sarah LizOctober 31, 2013 at 12:49 AM

    This is a really pretty poncho - so nice of you to make this lovely gift for your good friend. Love the flower you have added.

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  8. AngieNovember 3, 2013 at 9:32 PM

    Very nice. Did you use a pattern or was it freehanded?

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    1. It's Melanie DarlingNovember 21, 2013 at 9:34 PM

      Angie I used a very simple tutorial I found online. Here is the link: http://pm-betweenthelines.blogspot.com/2010/11/diy-gift-ideas-1-polar-fleece-poncho.html

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  9. It's Melanie DarlingNovember 21, 2013 at 9:28 PM

    Thanks Adrienne.

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