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Another Quick Project
Before I start talking about sewing, I just have to brag on my alma matter - KU who won the Orange Bowl last night! Way to go Jayhawks!
Now on to the sewing talk... (and some belly pics)
I spent a lot of time contemplating what to sew next, yesterday. I'm really debating between this Burda (maternity) ensemble and the Jalie twist top (which can also be worn as maternity). My problem, my size:
As you can see (9 weeks vs 25), I've grown a lot (and still have 3 months to go). In fact, I've already started growing out of my RTW maternity clothing and am ready for the next size up! And l won't even get into the bust size.... All these factors are really making me debate what size to make in maternity as well as the Jalie pattern (do I go with the size I wear now, knowing that my top half will deflate eventually? or go one size up from what I normally would wear and cross my fingers that it'll fit post maternity?). So, instead of trying to figure out what to do, I opted to make a small, quick project:
A baby blanket. I've been seeing lots of expensive 'boutique' style blankets around lately, so I decided to take it upon myself to make my own. For this one, I used Heather Ross' gnome fabric (won at Sew Mama Sew) and some brown chenille remnant from an upcoming article I'm writing. Eventually, I'd like to use the same material to make a set of contoured burp cloths like these.
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[1] On Jan-04-2008, MelissaB wrote:Ahh, what a cute belly! I don't know what to tell you about sizes in maternity (I never made any of my own maternity clothing), but about the boobs - if you plan to nurse you'll still have them, so if that is the case, the next size up might be the better bet). Cute blanket, I alway love Heather Ross fabrics.
[2] On Jan-04-2008, Sandy in W wrote:
In addition to following your pregnancy via your blog, I am also following via webcam and e-mail, the pregnancy of a friend currently living in England. Just yesterday, she and her mom and I began discussing nursery deco and I have always known that when this person I have known since she was 1 yr old "finally" got pregnant, I would make her a baby quilt. Thus, in reference to these boutique type quilts you have been seeing, are you seeing them locally, or on the web? What's popular with young moms right now? Has minky replaced the traditional pieced quilt? If I make something for this baby, I want it to appeal in a big way...I want it to be the quilt that becomes THE quilt. (Ego?? Maybe that, and also wanting to be important in this kid's life!) I don't want to make a quilt that the mom will think of as frumpy/old fashioned. Tips on this???? (Oh, my, my comments are always THE longest...sorry.)
[3] On Jan-04-2008, Mary Claire wrote:
I am a frequent visitor to your blog but never get around to commenting much - sorry. I really do enjoy this blog! I am also pregnant. I am about 3 weeks behind you and now that we know the sex of the baby , a girl, I have gotten excited about sewing some baby items. My problem is that I have found that there isn't a lot out there as far as patterns and even online tutorials for things that are modern, up to date and cute. Any suggests on places to look for good ideas? I wish Amy Butler's upcoming book for baby was coming out sooner!
[4] On Jan-04-2008, stacy wrote:
I'm not sure if you should be asking me about what' hot with baby gear - we've been out of the loop for so long, I'm trying to learn all over again! LOL I've seen some of these Minky\flannel blankets in stores, but a lot more on the internet (some run as high as $45 a blanket!). Personally I love traditional quilted blankets, but I think I've seen these quickie blankets because they seem 'cuddly' and are fast to make. Taylor received a gorgeous blanket from Bret's grandma after she was born - it was so beautiful and is definitely a favorite (although I didn't use it for anything other than 'show' since I was so afraid of something happening to it).
I think I might just try the next size up in the Jalie top.... if worse comes to worse, I'll buy more padding for my bra later on. ROFL.
[5] On Jan-04-2008, stacy wrote:
For baby patterns, you may want to check out Ottobre magazine - they have ADORABLE stuff in there and lots of size ranges (and it also comes in English!!!). You can get single issues and subscriptions off of Ebay (I'm thinking of subscribing myself). I think the big 4 and Kwik Sew have good basics that could be dressed up with some cute juvenile fabrics.
[6] On Jan-04-2008, christina wrote:
I *love* that gnome fabric.
[7] On Jan-09-2008, Tara wrote:
You should just go for the half shirts- like the football players wear. You could totally pull it off. Then you could just paint stuff on your belly (if you felt too exposed) like flowers or a tuscan landscape. You could set a new trend. I bet the next week the celeb pictures you would be posting would be of all the hot mamas ripping off your look. For a very low price my stylist services are available. I will wait by the phone for your call.
Oh and GO JAYHAWKS!