Repurposed Linens

I've been collecting vintage linens for years. I really love them all. I had been wanting a runner for my buffet table and just decided to use some of my linens. I measured the length and width then cut some fabric the correct size of the buffet. Then just started adding embroidery linens and used feather stitch on my sewing machine to attach them.  Hemmed the whole thing.

I love it.

Tutorial for Sewing Machine Cover from Pillowcase

Heather from The Vintage Sheet Blog ask that I do a tutorial for a pillowcase sewing machine cover. It should be similar to the one I made here.  Here is my finished product.

Start by picking a pillowcase you like.  I like the ones that have borders.

The finished size should be 24.5" long and 18.5" wide. On this pillowcase I trimmed 5.5" inches from the top. (This will depend on the size of your pillowcase.

Then trimmed 3" off the side.

Turn inside out and sew .5" seam across the top and down the side. Then trim the corner.  Turn inside out and press.

I found some embroidery pieces from an old dresser scarf and cut out each individual one.  Position and  zig zag stitch around all the edges.

Here's a close up.

Cut 4 pieces of ribbon 9.5" long.  Measure down from the top 6" and measure bottom up 6".  Then sew the ribbon on the back side of the pillowcase.  (Two on each side of the pillowcase.

It should look something like this when you finish.

Tie ribbons in a bow and you have a sewing machine cover.

Hope you like.

Founds lots of vintage sheets and pillowcases

I have found the most amazing sheets this week. All of these sheets were at the same Goodwill store.

 I love the beautiful floral with the sunflowers.  I had this in a pillowcase once and made a bag.

 Never had the pink or the green below.

 Never had any of  these 3 sheets before.

AI found 6 pillowcases at another Goodwill store. The yellow floral at the bottom is my favorite. I had a sheet once in it, but was faded.

New sheets, my new (old) planter and SMS winning

Since I've used so many sheets on my new quilt I just had to buy some more. These 2 were .99 each and the pillowcase was .99.

I had seen a swan planter just like this one at an antique store and it reminded me that my Mom had one when I was little.  She said "I think I still have it.  It's in the smokehouse and very dirty and maybe even cracked".  I said "I don't care if it's cracked or dirty.  I want it.".  So here it is with some lovely ivy she gave me.  She said her Mom gave it to her. I remember it sitting on the coffee table with  a philodendron plant inside.  My aunt on my Dad's side also has this swan. 

 I won this lovely fabric on Sew Mam Sew giveaway. Thanks Christy at Hopeful Threads.

My new vintage sheet quilt

I've been working on my king size quilt all week.  Now I'm ready to start quilting.  I made it from 12" squares.  The backing is 4 sheets cut to fit.  I wanted them really big so it wouldn't take as long to finish.  These are my very favorite sheets. I love them all. A few of the squares I swapped with Lani at Create. Can't wait to finish.

Thrifting Again

These thrifty finds are from the past few weeks of thrifting. Maybe finding one here and there.

 Loving the blue sheet.  I will include it in my new quilt I'm making for my bed.

 One cute blue pillowcase.

 This is my favorite. Twin fitted and top sheet.

4 adorable hankies never been opened.  They have yellowed some.

 I'll be selling this Holly Hobbie embroidery pattern.

Making this nightgown for me.  Someday.

Thanks for stopping by.

Sew Mama Sew Giveaway

It's Sew Mama Sew Giveaway Day.  I am participating once again.  I do ask that you become a follower for an extra entry. Thanks so much.

I'm giving away a diaper, beach, run around town bag.   Fabric is Legacy Studio Fresh Fusion. Lining is peach color vintage sheet and is interfaced to make it sturdy.  Plenty of pockets on the inside.  The handles are nylon webbing and closure is grosgrain ribbon.  I did make it to sell on Etsy and once again it didn't sell. Now I can give it away. It's a big bag, 18" across and 10" high.

Good luck.  I will ship internationally.  The giveaway is open until May 25th at 5 PM PST.

Estate Sale Finds

Found these adorable pillowcases at an estate sale Friday.

 Got 2 of these.

 This beautfiul sheet still in the bag. Love it.

 Card table tablecloth. Amazing.

5 of these little fire king bowls.

Embroidered Pillows in my Shop

I've been working on these pillows for a while and now it's time to start selling them.  You can see them in more detail in my shop. I'm selling them for $18 each. All are made from vintage hankerchiefs, doilies, pillowcases and dresser scarves. The backs are all from vintage sheets.  I really enjoy making them and hate to part with them, but you can have too many. If anyone wants a special pillow made from items you have just contact me.

Gown from pillowcases and sheet

Layla's little gown is made from 2 knit pillowcases (cut the front from 1 and the back from the other. Had just enough to make the sleeves. Ruby's is made from a sheet. She wanted shorts with her gown. They are definitely cute enough to wear anywhere. I used Butterick 4910 and it was so easy. I had 2 gowns cut and made in an hour.