I have started on the challenge I set myself to reduce my fabric stash. I found a wonderful Facebook group called Sewing for Australia Charity. Each month they sew/crochet/knit something for a chosen charity (different each month). I like this idea as the projects seem simple and quick and I get to try something new each month. I joined at the end of December and thought I'd just jump straight in. They were sewing Joey Pouches for baby Koalas and Kangaroos also crocheting nest for possums (I think). I made 20 Joey Pouches and sent them on their way. This has made a big dent in my fabric stash. |
January is all about kids so they have asked for library bags and pencil cases. I have opted for the pencil cases as the pattern they shared used a tape measure to create the closure. Something new to try. I used this tutorial, so much fun. I bought a $4 tape measure and got 7 pencil cases. One went to my niece for her birthday. I have a couple pieces of left over tape measure which I plan on making into a little coin purse.
This sounds wonderful and its always good to know you made a difference, if only a small one, love your creations, going to have a peep at the pencil case patterns...have fun..xx
ReplyDeleteThese are fabulous Merry and a great gift to a charity..Loz
ReplyDeleteGreat project for a very worthy charity.
ReplyDeleteTrust your good heart to do something for a good cause. The pouches are AWESOME. Glad your fabric stash is being used.
ReplyDeleteI too am trying to use up what I have and not buy more.
Love,
Monica