I love my little ironing board cabinet. It’s compact and sturdy, and it stores my ironing supplies as well as current reading material and projects. I’ve even switched to my little “Steamfast” iron and stored my big iron. It’s great for pressing little seams and fabric scraps, and I was even able to iron Mike’s shirt.
The
reviews said the ironing board cover left a lot to be desired, and they weren’t
kidding! Why would anyone make an ironing board cover with zigzag fabric? The
first time I walked up to press a little seam, it had a
dizzying effect on me, and I nearly fell over. I knew I had to cover up those
zigzags quickly, so I made a cover of this “Snoopy’s Doghouse” Christmas
fabric. It adds to the seasonal feel of my sewing room. Just
think! I can make covers to match every season – if I want to, that is.
I
just finished this clever gored doll skirt from Genniwren Designs. I used a
variety of 10-inch squares from a line of Halloween fabric to make the gores. It
wasn’t easy and took a lot of time, but I had fun doing it. I would do it again,
but for now I’m moving on to a Pilgrim costume.
The thing about the American Girl doll is that once you cover her bum, you're already at her knees. I know the problem. I'm built the same way -- short legs.
Autumn
is upon us in earnest, and the first winter storm of the Pacific Northwest has
happened somewhere, especially at elevation – just not in our Valley. Looking
at the weather map, we see that we sit on the edge of the storm. We didn’t even
get measurable precipitation. I’m not complaining – just sayin’ that we could
use some rain. KW
I'm with you on that original cover. I almost got dizzy just looking at the photo. Your new cover is adorable!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Chris. I traced around the ironing board and added 3" all around to allow for a casing. I can do it again -- and again -- and again.
ReplyDeleteIt's so nice to get a new item that helps organize our world!
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