Something New

Many of you don't know that I am a pattern hoarder. It's true. I have a pattern for nearly everything. It wouldn't be so bad if I actually used them though. Tonight I was determined that I would find a pattern, cut it up, and make something new and I did just that. Now, although I am proud that I actually used one of many patterns, I was also reminded why I never do. The pattern I chose was for a small zipper pouch. It took me three hours to make it. Three hours. And it's nowhere near perfect. The instructions were difficult to follow and I know there MUST be an easier way to make this thing.

Here's the finished product. I used grey linen and some little scraps of Terrain. It did turn out pretty cute, but I will probably never make another one unless I figure out a simpler way to do it.

I have had a couple of custom orders recently which I think is awesome! The iPad cases I have been making lately are perfect for custom orders since it is so easy for me to change the size to accommodate any tablet, laptop, or reader such as a Nook or Kindle.

This one fits a MacBook

And this one was for a Dell Netbook

Last, but certainly not least, is my Misfit hoop. I have been promising to share pictures when my partner got it, and she did. I made this hoop for Amanda. She loves gnomes so when I found this pattern I thought it was perfect. 

I also made her a hoop bag to go with it. She is always doing so much for other people so I thought she deserved something extra. I have yet to receive a hoop, but when I do I'll be sure to post plenty of photos!