Seam 2 Rip

A minnie jersey!

How cute is this?

Got an email from a gentleman asking if I could make sequins jerseys for his hockey team. They were going to Vegas next March to play in a tournament, and needed something wild, and fun to wear. I answered, I had not sewn on sequins before, but I would be willing to try, and let him know how it goes. He agreed, and also sent a picture of a jersey with dimensions so I would have an idea of the scale I would be making.  I purchased a small amount of fabric, and made a small one. It turned out great! I sent a picture, and an email to Mike, and soon we made plans to meet, and chat about the project.

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I wanted to make something new from something used.  Chose a pair of  khaki shorts made from a pair of pants I had in my stash of fabric. Again, a zipper, and this time pockets, and pleats.

Used is now new.

Zipper lined up nicely!

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I answered and add today on Craigslist. It was for a “sports cup”, with an interesting twist.  A trans sexual was in need of some creative help, and I was more than happy to do so. We met soon after the initial contact. I agreed to do the job, and I have to say, they turned out very nice. I made 10, and added to the example that was given to me. Interesting project, and a learning experience.

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I started on the next group of bears right away. Becky told me there were special circumstances attached. I got them done in just a few days. I was ready to deliver, and notified her. She had mentioned before, she was quiting her position with the organization, to go back home to the mid west. She will be missed. I really liked her. This time I went to Walnut Creek to the office of the organization. I delivered the bears, and met the new lady heading up the department. Of course, I took home some more supplies for another batch of bears. ha   Check out the group I handed off.

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Natalie wanted a bean bag chair to put in her classroom for the kids to use in the reading corner.  What a great idea!  Well, of course I jumped on that.  Researched online,  found a pattern, and got started. It is HUGE!  Turned out great.  I hope the kids like it. :-}

Can you say " gigantic"?

Bean bag for the reading corner.

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My nephew had several bears cut, and ready to sew,but no time to sew them. He asked if  I would take over for him. Of course!  He delivered the supplies in record time, and I proceeded to get those guys sewn.   I put them together pretty quickly, and notified Becky I was ready to deliver the finished bears. We agreed to meet in Emeryville. I was also asked to make a few more, and she would bring the supplies on the day we meet. I agreed.   Here are some pictures of the ones I did for Paul.

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Since I was not working, I wanted to put my sewing skills to use in a way other then my gigs from Craigslist. My nephew told me about an organization that had volunteers make teddy bears for families, who had a member recently pass. They are made from articles of clothing of the deceased.  I thought, what a wonderful idea. I need to do that.  I contacted the lady who was in charge of that department, and soon was on my way to being a member of the volunteer sewing group.  Here are a few pictures of the first group of bears.

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I decided to make something from a pattern I had from the 80’s.  I needed some practice putting in zippers. I decided a halter top with a back zipper would be a good choice. I used a simple patterned, cotton fabric, and a contrasting fabric for the lining of the upper part of the top. I think it turned out very nice.

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Outfit complete.

Sunday, February 21,2010 I sent an email to John letting him know I was done with Ginger’s blouse. He in turn, asked if I could make a large red tote bag to match Ginger’s boots. I agreed, and found the perfect fabric for the bag.  John also asked if he could use “Bunny’ in a dream sequins that will be in the movie. Of course I said “yes”.  I was very flattered, and thought it was very nice for him to ask.

I finished the blouse and bag and informed John on the 24 th. We are meeting on March 3 to deliver.

Met with John and Peter. Delivered the blouse and bag. Both guys were very pleased. Yahoo!  No future assignment, but I asked to be updated with the progress of the movie.  Received many updates.  I really enjoyed this gig. It was a challenge, but a good one. (-:

White overbouse for Ginger.

Big red tote to match Ginger's boots.

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Bunny is complete.

The beginnings of Bunny.

Bunny has eyes.

Bunny is "head over heels" with her tutu.

February 12,2010 received a request from John to make an over blouse for Ginger.  I immediately agreed, and we made plans to meet in Emerville  2-15-10  at Peet’s coffee and tea. I will be getting Ginger back, and some supplies for the blouse. In the meantime, I made a stuffed bunny for Ginger.  I thought she might like to have a pet.  It turned out REALLY cute!  I dressed her in a tutu at her request. Silly bunny!

I met with Peter on 2-15-10. He gave me a bag of goodies, and Ginger ,with quick instructions for the blouse. I gave bunny to him. He was thrilled!

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