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From: MidnightRain
Date: 12-26-2004, 10:03 PM (1 of 14)
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Hello, I'm new here to this forum, as well as to machine-sewing. I recently hand-sewed a cloak for myself, and that turned out well. I just got a sewing machine for Christmas. My sister gave me a yard of Hello Kitty fabric(45" wide), and I was just wondering if anyone has any suggestions on what can be done with it. Here is a photo of the fabric, in case that would help. http://themary.aaquaria.com/pgd11.jpg Thanks, Mary |
User: MidnightRain
Member since: 12-26-2004 Total posts: 14 |
From: MyGirlFriday
Date: 12-26-2004, 10:24 PM (2 of 14)
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That is really cute fabric! {I have a friend who loves Hello Kitty!! She would go nuts over that!} Hope you are able to find something~ mgf~ 
Blessings & Smiles
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User: MyGirlFriday
Member since: 12-05-2004 Total posts: 288 
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From: MidnightRain
Date: 12-26-2004, 10:30 PM (3 of 14)
| My sister probably got it at Walmart, she works in the craft department there. |
User: MidnightRain
Member since: 12-26-2004 Total posts: 14 |
From: DorothyL
Date: 12-27-2004, 06:47 AM (4 of 14)
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I made my daughter a scarf out of fleece with that same print. You can make a purse with one yard. Or a pillow. Dorothy |
User: DorothyL
Member since: 12-09-2002 Total posts: 3883 |
From: smith972
Date: 12-27-2004, 09:17 AM (5 of 14)
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about 4 pillow cases a shirt for a child a skirt for a child a scarf a few pair of panties a night shirt Depending on how wide the fabric is maybe curtians for a girls room If i think of more i will post Jada |
User: smith972
Member since: 09-10-2004 Total posts: 241 
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From: mamagoose
Date: 12-27-2004, 10:40 AM (6 of 14)
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Hello MR and welcome! My first thought was purse lining, especially for a young lady. |
User: mamagoose
Member since: 01-26-2002 Total posts: 168 |
From: Pudge99
Date: 12-27-2004, 11:01 AM (7 of 14)
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A yard can make one or two pair of pants for little ones depending on how big they are. You could also make a mini skirt for yourself as long as you are not as round as I am. You could make a throw pillow. The best thing I find a yard of fabric can do, is sit on the shelf waiting for inspiration to come. I often buy a yard or two or three of fabric just 'cause I like it and it may sit for a year or more before I figure out what to do with it.
Gina
Pictures of my successes and failures Pfaff 2040 Janome Mylock 134D Singer Futura CE-100 w/ Autopunch Husqvarna Viking 3D Sketch |
User: Pudge99
Member since: 10-30-2001 Total posts: 1375 |
From: MidnightRain
Date: 12-27-2004, 02:50 PM (8 of 14)
Thanks for your suggestions  I don't happen to have any little ones, or even know any really. I think I may try a skirt... I found this site on modifying an existing skirt, but the design would probably work for making one as well I assume. http://gothfashion.info/panels.html I guess I can always sketch the pieces I need on the back of the fabric first to see if there's enough What's a good length for a skirt? I rarely ever wear skirts. |
User: MidnightRain
Member since: 12-26-2004 Total posts: 14 |
From: rose074
Date: 12-28-2004, 12:27 AM (9 of 14)
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That is a really pretty pattern. I don't know if I would use that adorable fabric though, once you cut the peices you won't be able see your Hello Kitties very well, just pieces of them. Maybe you could find some similar Asian fabric in black that would accentuate what you already have. If that doesn't work just send it to me and I'll add it to my extensive Hello Kitty collection. Danelle in Tri-Cities Washington
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User: rose074
Member since: 12-23-2000 Total posts: 73 
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From: MidnightRain
Date: 12-28-2004, 01:19 AM (10 of 14)
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It's too late, I already started. hopefully I wont mess this up too much(more) |
User: MidnightRain
Member since: 12-26-2004 Total posts: 14 |
From: MidnightRain
Date: 12-28-2004, 11:12 PM (11 of 14)
Well... I messed up a lot and it ended up a bit shorter than originally planned for  but I thought I'd share a pic anyway. I also made matching underwear, but I figured I'll just model those for the boyfriend. I added a pocket in front that's long enough for paintbrushes, pencils, etc. There's also a tiny pocket on the back of the underwear, because I'm weird like that. http://themary.aaquaria.com/DSCN1006.JPG |
User: MidnightRain
Member since: 12-26-2004 Total posts: 14 |
From: Magot
Date: 12-29-2004, 04:41 AM (12 of 14)
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Skirt looks great, well done! I think that flirty nature of Miss Kitty suits it being short - perhaps the matching undies give a feeling of security!
love and kisses, Jan
Guts-R-Us Cells a Speciality DNA to order. |
User: Magot
Member since: 12-22-2002 Total posts: 3626 
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From: MidnightRain
Date: 12-29-2004, 01:42 PM (13 of 14)
Thanks  I've never made a skirt before. I think I need lots more practice. My friend is going to walk with me to a fabric store later.
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User: MidnightRain
Member since: 12-26-2004 Total posts: 14 |
From: karenthibodeau
Date: 01-01-2005, 04:42 PM (14 of 14)
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It looks great good job ....i give you a A++++++
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User: karenthibodeau
Member since: 12-31-2004 Total posts: 9 |
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