So, I finally broke down and did it. I made stockings. We have only had 4, dollar store stockings for our 5 family members since Brityn was born. After Boston was born, we just hung 3 stockings for the kids. So this year I decided to just get my hands dirty and whip some up. There is this *magical* stuff called fabric glue. If you have not heard of this, it will change your life. So, a few IKEA dish towels, some plaid fabric that I had on hand, a few extra trimmings I got at Hobby Lobby and these stockings were born. Seriously, I'm very craft challenged, so if I can do this ANYONE can.
The only downside to this whole topic was when I mentioned to my mom (who is a fabulous seamstress & has a life long dream of myself sewing something. Anything. Even getting my sewing machine out and threading it would be sufficient), that I had made stockings:
Mom: "Oh honey, really? You finally got that machine out?"
Tiff: "Well, I actually used fabric glue."
*Mom then clenches and sucks air through her teeth. You know like when you watch someone take a really hard hit.
Mom: "Next time you are down, we really need to have a sewing lesson."
I think she considers it cheating. I say why take the long way around? Potato, Potahto.
6 comments:
lol! those look great! I love the colors you chose and it makes me feel not so bad for not having ordered Dilan a stocking yet! :)
They look beautiful Tiff! Glue sticks so much better than thread:)
They turned out so cute. I love all the trimmings!
I am right there with you Tiffany! I would LOVE to be able to sew, but never learned and don't know if I ever will. They are still way cute and handmade- definately not cheating.
That is so funny.. I can just see that whole scenerio playing out! I was laughing so hard because that was a perfect description of her reaction. Bless her heart she would just like us all to be able to sew even something. She tries often while I am over there when she is mending something to have me watch and learn. I do love the stocking. They look awesome! So creative.
When I move I need you to come decorate my house your AweSomE!
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