Yep, I sewed some more. Hmm. Something weird is going on here.
While going through my stash of old aprons for a swap I joined (details later, I only have a short time before the baby gets up and we start our day) I came across this gingham check one. Sugarwings is Dorothy's biggest fan, sings all the songs from the Wizard of Oz, and sleeps with a Dorothy doll. So, when she saw this, she wanted to wear it and "be Dorothy".
Whats a Grammy to do? I had no choice, it was sewing time again! That apron was way too big for her as is. So, I cut off the waist band and tie first, with pinking shears Beth left over here. I need a pair of those, they really are wonderful to work with.
But no, I don't!!! What am I saying??? NO MORE SEWING, I do not need more sewing supplies. What does it man when I start wanting my very own pair of pinking shears???
After cutting off the waist band, I cut the skirt part almost in half and sewed the waist band and tie back on. Then cut around the pocket, and used that square as the bib of the pinafore, sewed to the top of the replaced waist band. To that, I sewed scraps that I had cut into straps to go around her neck. That was the most simple way to do it, to attach straps that just tied behind her neck like a halter.
Sugarwings was pretty happy with the outcome. Of course, she isn't a big critic, anything she sees that is gingham sparks her imagination and transforms her into Dorothy. The other day she found a pair of pink gingham shorts that were about 5 sizes too large for her (in the hand-me-down box of things she will grow into someday) and was wearing them on her head, dancing around and singing Over the Rainbow. Apparently any scrap of gingham will do to "be Dorothy" as she calls it.
The short cut pinafore didn't take long to make, and I spent the rest of the day piddling around getting a few (not many) things listed in the Boutique.
Here is something you might like. As I work on a collage project, I can't bear to toss the scraps of vintage papers. I keep a box near my desk, trim the bits up and save them. Its handy to flip through the box for small projects, so I don't have to cut into a large sheet of old wallpaper if I am making something like a tag or greeting card.
I thought some of you might like having a scrap back of ephemera too, so wrapped up a couple of mixed bags with bits from what I made my journals from last week. They are $6 each, and I have two listed.
There are also some wallpaper journal kits, and folders listed. The journals will be in the next Somerset Life and the folders were in an issue last year.
Thanks for all of your kind comments about the necklace that I have offered as the March Giveaway prize. Its one that I made. This week, I have made a ton of jewelry and will show some photos later. I also came up with the PERFECT display idea for selling the jewels and was cackling out loud with glee last night after the fairy grand baby went to sleep and I was able to tag all the earrings that I made.
But for now, I have to run, I hear some one stirring over the baby monitor.
I think every woman needs a pair of Pinking shears!! Useful so many things, now that Dorothy Apron is just the most gorgeous thing I have ever seen. You are so clever, really keep sewing just don’t learn any of the rules and keep creating such wonderful things. You truly amaze me!! I think I can even hear your cackling with glee and can’t wait to see photos of your display!
Have a simply lovely day, Kiss Noises Linda Lilly Cottage
Sugarwings makes a darling Dorothy. I always loved the wizard of oz too. It is a classic that has come thru many generations. I might have to start calling you the Sewing Queen soon. Have a wonderful weekend.
Jean in Virginia
What a darling transformation on that apron!! I would never have thought of that!!! Looking forward to seeing your jewelry!!
Isabel
Well my dear Karla, for a lady who doesn’t sew you certainly come up with some wonderful items. That Dorothy apron turned out great and looks wonderful on Sugarwings.
She is such a little sweetie.
Hugs Karen
Karla, I love how you transformed that apron, Sugarwings looks darling in it! You sure are one full of ideas, wow I need some of your energy. Must be Kansas (:
Hugs, Diane
Sugarwings is adorable in her “Dorothy” apron….you did a wonderful job on that, you sew so well….I know she is a delight to have around..
hugs
Brenda
Oh! Sugarwings is a pretty little Dorothy. And her apron came out marvelous. You amaze me Karla with your imagination!!
Karla, Sugarwings looks so cute in her Dorothy apron!!! admit it…you LOVE to sew!!!
What a darling transformation! Even her little doll had a blue gingham dress on. How about that?
smiles,
Teresa
Awww, she is so adorable in her Dorothy apron with her Dorothy doll! For someone who doesn’t like to sew, that apron sure came out cute! We may have to start calling you the sewing fairy…she waves her magic pinking shears and beautiful new creations appear!
Sugarwings would look beautiful in anything you put her in, but you did do a great job on that apron. I love your scrap packs. I’m going to check out your boutique. That necklace is gorgeous. I make jewelry and I love it, but I haven’t gotten that “extensive” yet. I’m off to buy some murano glass beads now!
Oh that photo of Sugarwings and her Dorothy doll is too cute. As a child I adored the combination of pink and light blue and yes I was right from the beginning! I cannot wait to see what will be that display (I should have written this in a seperate comment hehehe).
Have a great weekend Karla, today it’s spring here, I hope with you too!
you are as gifted as your mother! bravo! i know she is smiling down on you & Sugarwings, thinking, “yes she is talented & finally sewing.” lol keep creating, i check your blog daily – it’s like my personal soap opera; only the drama is replaced with creativity.
Karla, I’ve come to realize that you are going to try every kind of creative endeavour that you can! Which is great. I love the apron for the munchkin!
Love giveaways!!! That apron turned into a beautiful Dorothy pinafore for Sugarwings. Not too shabby for someone who pretends they don’t sew!! Hee,hee.
Oh my gosh, sw is just the cutest in her dorthy apron! How funny, I was just making mine for the swap and I used aqua gingham!!!
Must be something in the air…
xoxo, Tiffany
Oh my goodness! That little apron is so darling on Sugarwings! You are mighty talented for someone who doesn’t like sewing!
Fun project and oh, so adorable!
Your sugarwings and her Dorathy in matching dresses is just too precious! My daughter is now 16, but it seems like just yesterday that she was carrying her Lion King vhs tape under her arm with her “blankie” drapped over her shoulders like a superman cape. I have so many Scrapbook layouts of her like this. Your post brought back happy memories of that time! Cherish them, for as you know they grow up so fast. (and I love your journals as usual)
I so enjoy your blog, very inspiring! And I love all of the Sugarwings stories, I’m a firm believer that no one EVER loves you as much as your Grandma does! 🙂 I have so many wonderful memories of time spent with my grandmother and all of the magical things she created for me.
Pinking shears are not just for fabric! Although I have quite a few pairs of decorative edge scissors, my pinking shears, given to me by my MIL are still my favourite for jazzing up paper.
Sugarwings is a doll in her cute gingham apron. You are the best grandma, ever!
Lorrie
oh karla! I think you are great at sewing and it is addicting!I love to sew but used to not , you can do so much with a sewing machine! Sugarwings is adorable!
Karla, I have to admit that when I first saw the scissors cutting into the apron, I was wincing (nooo – not the apron!) but I completely love what you did with it. It would look great even without the world’s cutest model. I got a pair of pinking shears in my auction box last week – much better than any new pair I’ve had – so I bet you’ll have no problem finding some.
Leandra’s Dorothy outfit turned out so cute. Judy Garland should have worn her’s with a pink sleeper too.
That’s a nice hunk of gingham.
Your own little Dorothy looks so cute in her apron. Nice job, with the sewing. And do get yourself some pinking shears, they do cut paper too, you know.
Have a nice weekend.
Sugarwings is absolutely adorable. The dorothy apron looks as sweet as those big beautiful eyes staring at the camera.
Have a Happy Day
Kris
That apron is darling, but Sugarwings in it… Seriously, can she be any cuter?
Have a good weekend!
How cute ‘Dorothy’ looks. Must be making aprons time. I just made one for 5 yo Chloe.
Alison
With the help of her magical fairy grandmother, Sugarwings makes a most delightful, gingham-clad Dorothy!
What a precious apron for Sugarwings! Great job! Becky G.
Yes, the Sewing Blog! Apron is darling, and you’re a genius.
I love your adorable apron! Very clever how you redesigned the old one into a bib style.
Wow, Karla, you did a great job!! Sugarwings looks adorable in her new Dorothy apron!
Have a wonderful weekend,
Debi
Karla, for someone who says they don’t like sewing you do a wonderful job. Love the Dorothy apron and that cutie ‘Sugarwings’ of course.
Hugs ~ Kerranne
Karla, your apron makeover for Sugarwings is so creative, and she is an adorable doll in it. Careful, though. I think the sewing bug might just be sheepishly creeping around your house. I am a faithful follower of, and love your blog. Oh, to possess your talent. Thanks for sharing. Ellie
You did a wonderful job on the apron!
Sugarwings looks so cute wearing it.
~elaine~
I love the apron/pinafore you made for Sugarwings. How cute that she’s wearing her footie pj’s underneath!
Little Miss Sugarwings looks so darling in her Dorothy apron! She is the luckiest little girl to have such a talented and amazing Grandma!!! XO,Jenn
Lil Sugarwings is too adorable in her new little Dorothy apron. Grandma earns big brownie points for that one!
The pinafore is ADORABLE! You are very clever and obviously great at sewing! And you do need your very own pair of pinking shears. Maybe the Easter Bunny will bring a pair in your basket! What a good grandma, you are!
I don’t know why you don’t want to sew , you are good at it. The little pinafore turned out great. Love your necklace too.
Have a great weekend.
Tracy M.
Delightful (wallpaper scraps), Delicious (necklace), and “Dorothy” (aka Sugarwings) to boot! Love the cute story of Sugarwings wearing the shorts on her head! As always a delight to visit!
Awwwww, Sugarwings looks absolutely adorable
in the sweet Dorothy apron that you made
for her. Great sewing job, Karla!!! : )
It is so pretty!!
Janis
OK- I am sitting here in my snowflake footy PJs and now I really think I need a matching pinafore!! You really are gifted with the eye to see what things can become! Blessings- LillySue
Karla: The pinafore for sugarwings (oh how I love that nickname) is just as cute as can be.
Such a creative transformation of the apron into the Dorothy pinfore! Beautiful! There’s a “Wizard of Oz” Festival going on this weekend in the area (Orange Park), with FOUR of the original Munchkins!! They said only 7 of the 125 in the movie are still living.
Always a joy to visit your blog, Karla!
Jane – Jacksonville
Karla, The apron is just to pretty. I collect aprons and wear them while i cook.
The necklace is just geogous. Just love how it accents the dress.
How our the puppy’s doing in there new home????
Janice
Karla, the apron for Sugarwings turned out lovely. Have a great weekend.
Hugs 🙂
Irma
Sweet refreshing and fun
I like how you’ve set up your blog and it’s such a adorable idea.
Karla,
Girl…is there anything you can’t do?!You even make a stack of scraps look fun!
Sue
What a cutie pie Sugarwings is in the dorothy apron. You did a splendid job on that. You have a wonderful blog. I followed your link from Sonia’s. ♥
What a cute little Dorothy you have!!! Love how the apron turned out!!!
What a clever Grammy, she looks such a poppet in her ‘Dorothy pinny’ – Rachaelxo
OHHH, Sugarwings is so CUTE in her apron!! She looks just like a little doll!!
Hugs,
Amy
As always I am amazed by the extent of your talent, creative ability, and your devotion to Sugar Wings. I hope you have a wonderful week and don’t wear yourself out with all this hard work!
How sweet is SUGERWINGS!!!! I come here after missing a few posts, and it looks like you’ve done a year’s worth of projects! I need some of your vim & vigor! =)))))
I love what you have done with this apron. Very innovative. I have to start thinking more about recycling instead of spending too much time in the fabric store!!!
Going back just a bit in the archives…this is darling. I have loads of these. Stealing this sweet design and giving you all the kudos. Genius….Renee
Thanks, she still wears her Dorothy apron, and just loves it.
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very nice thak you so much ^^