Thursday, December 12, 2013

Christmas Stitching

Like most of you I've been spending as much time as possible in my sewing room doing some stitching for Christmas presents. I bought sewing machines for three of my granddaughters so, of course, they need a few things to go with the machines. First I made sewing machine covers...simple rectangles with some rick rack added.



Then I made a trifold sewing kit using one I had gotten as a gift from a friend as my pattern.











I'm wondering...what would you put in these sewing kits? So far I've gotten a tape measure, seam ripper, seam gauge, bobbins and pins. I think I need some hand and machine needles and some thread...what am I leaving out?


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26 comments:

  1. Lois EvensenDecember 12, 2013 at 2:37 PM

    How sweet of you to buy sewing machines for your granddaughters! What a perfect gift! :)

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  2. VickieDecember 12, 2013 at 4:57 PM

    Those are very nice gifts...I can't think of anthing you're leaving out.

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  3. MargeDecember 12, 2013 at 5:38 PM

    Oh what wonderful gifts for your granddaughters! I would maybe add some marking pencil or chalk, otherwise looks like you have it covered.

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  4. Quilt n QueenDecember 12, 2013 at 5:51 PM

    What a special gift for your granddaughters...don't forget a good pair of scissors. Happy stitching, Pauline

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  5. TammyDecember 12, 2013 at 6:22 PM

    Needle threader small scissors ?

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  6. Vroomans' QuiltsDecember 12, 2013 at 6:42 PM

    A sweet sewing package for your granddaughters. I agree, you need to add some scissors - I love those little shaped ones: butterfly, bird, bear, ballerina, fairy

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  7. Julie FukudaDecember 12, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    Lucky girls. I had to wait for my wedding to get a machine. Now I need a place large enough to put it ... and probably a tune up after 50 years ... well, maybe more, as it was not new when I got it.

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  8. Ray and JeanneDecember 12, 2013 at 9:44 PM

    I agree with the scissors and I'd add a thimble. This is a darling gift! ~Jeanne

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  9. sandraDecember 12, 2013 at 9:55 PM

    What a wonderful gift will you be with them when they open them? I can't think of another thing to put in the little kit. Bless you and have a Merry Christmas

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  10. Lea and her MustangsDecember 12, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    A wonderful gift. Can't think of a thing other than what has been suggested.

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  11. WendyDecember 13, 2013 at 9:49 AM

    Beautiful sewing kits Marlene!! Your granddaughters will be thrilled!! .... might I suggest sewing snips, if not the suggested scissors above? Something simple to sit beside the machine.... Bless you, dear Lady!

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  12. BelindaDecember 13, 2013 at 12:01 PM

    What lovely gifts!!! I know the recipients will be thrilled! Merry Christmas Marlene!!

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  13. MargaretDecember 13, 2013 at 4:54 PM

    How fun. I am sure they will love them. Maybe a marking pencil of some kind would be a good addition. When I taught my girls to sew I bought both of them the Simplicity Learn to Sew book. I still use mine occasionally even after all these years.

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  14. Sharon DawnDecember 13, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    How about some cute little scissors? Nordic Needles has some fun ones. Those are great gifts!

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  15. Welcome to the Garden of EganDecember 13, 2013 at 9:56 PM

    Those are darling! They will love it. Such a great idea.

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  16. Gmama JaneDecember 14, 2013 at 12:42 AM

    Very nice accessories for their sewing machones. What are the dimensions of your machine covers? I would like to make some for gifts too. Dimensions on the kits too. You gave me some great gift ideas!!! Thanks

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  17. Gmama JaneDecember 14, 2013 at 12:43 AM

    Very nice accessories for their sewing machones. What are the dimensions of your machine covers? I would like to make some for gifts too. Dimensions on the kits too. You gave me some great gift ideas!!! Thanks

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  18. AdrienneDecember 14, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    Great idea! Maybe you could add some extra needles for their machines.
    ~Adrienne~

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  19. gpcDecember 14, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    I agree about the little scissors - I use mine constantly - but can't think of anything else. What a lovely gift! :)

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  20. Josie McRazieDecember 15, 2013 at 8:02 AM

    What a great gift! I agree with scissors and a thimble!

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  21. FlourishingPalmsDecember 17, 2013 at 4:51 PM

    I might be too late to be of value here, but I'd include a 1" X 6" lucite ruler. I can't tell you how often I use the two I have. In any case, you're a wonderful grandmother to have come of with these thoughtful gifts. Your grandies will love them!

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  22. Tracy P.December 18, 2013 at 7:05 AM

    What treasures! I know they will love them. I am sure you can hardly wait to give them. May they share your love for the colors and textures and beauty, and the feel of the fabric in their hands.

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  23. TeresaDecember 18, 2013 at 3:24 PM

    How fun! Can I ask what kind of machine did you get them. I have a granddaughter that I think would love a sewing machine of her own. You might add a matching p

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  24. TeresaDecember 18, 2013 at 3:25 PM

    Wouldn't let me finish.....I was saying you might add a matching pin cushion :)

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  25. Ann in PADecember 21, 2013 at 7:30 PM

    What a wonderful way to encourage your granddaughters to join you....quilting & sewing provides one with a lifetime of joy. I would add a little stork scissors & a thimble. Blessings for a wonderful Christmas!

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  26. DiDecember 26, 2013 at 7:10 PM

    Tiny pair of scissors?

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