I love sewing. I especially love sewing for my grandchildren. I have just begun using my new sewing machine this week and it is definitely a little more complicated. I have to stop and read the machine manual from time to time, but I’m not complaining. In time, I will have the whole thing figured out and will be back up to speed.
My thirteen year old granddaughter has had a growth spurt this past year and her closet is looking a little bare. If you’ve shopped for clothing for young teens, then you know about the choices out there. To be honest, it’s a bit appalling to see some of the clothing the fashion industry thinks a young teen might wear. Not this sweet Christian young lady. So, her Mom and I have been busy sewing dresses for church. She loves all animals (she wants to be a vet) and especially horses. I found the most wonderful fun horse fabric and created a dress and vest ensemble. She wears it with her boots and it is absolutely adorable. I am now in the process of sewing a red corduroy dress for her.
My eight year old granddaughter is a happy camper when she receives her big sister’s very nice “hand-me-downs” and her closet is far from bare, but I wanted a make sure she had a new fun outfit as well. I found an adorable rich brown corduroy Sock Monkey fabric at Hancock’s and knew she would love it! She does. I created a skirt from the Butterick B4722 pattern (the one on the model) and ordered a white cable-knit sweater from Old Navy to go with it. It is a very cute outfit!
I have six granddaughters and am looking forward to sewing for each of them!