I made : Shoulder bag (also a review of Sew! by Cath Kidston)

I may be the last person in the world to have bought Sew! by Cath Kidston. What got me hooked was that the book offered free (yes...I'm a sucker for free things..it's a Malaysian trait) cotton duck fabric to make the bag on the cover.

So I bought it and brought it home and started to read through the book. Sadly I find it lacking in terms of visual aids. To make the bag, I had to really really really read the instructions line by line. Probably this book is not catered to beginners like me. Other than that, all the other projects look pretty simple to make..I'm looking forward to make the beanie cushion & the bolster cushion...well that is if I don't procrastinate.

Anyhow, here's my finished shoulder bag using the free (hehehe..here comes that magic word again) fabric that came with the book. Enjoice!

read more "I made : Shoulder bag (also a review of Sew! by Cath Kidston)"

Book Review : Sewing for Boys: 24 Projects to Create a Handmade Wardrobe

Okay..I'm no expert seamstress but I am sooooooo excited that I bought this book!

Wooohoooo!

I bought it at Times Bookstore in Bangsar Shopping Centre. It costs RM88. To me it's worth it since you'll get 8 pattern sheets, it is hardcover & spiral bound, full of lovely pics for inspiration & well written instructions.

The price is well worth it

Not only does it help you to create a wardrobe for your little man but it also includes a section on crafts as well. There's also a web companion for Sewing for Boys where you can check out end projects from other sewist & sew-alongs.

For me, I can't wait to start on the sweetheart pj's and also the easy linen shirt. Does pink linen go well with a 2 year old boy? Hehe..I can't wait to find out...

read more "Book Review : Sewing for Boys: 24 Projects to Create a Handmade Wardrobe"