Colourful Knitting On The Street

I saw this and it made me smile!

Brigid and Percy Pig

What brings you to the sewing group?

      Convenience, locality, diversity and the group was recommended to me.

Tell us about your pigs.

I found a vintage soft toy book at an op shop by author Hilda Hincks. I had 9 special kids to make Christmas presents for and the presents all needed to be the same, so none were less special than the others. Once everyone saw the pigs they all wanted one, 
I am now on piggy number 15.

The fabric is a vintage 1950’s blanket from my Aunt, who was of the mend and make do generation. The thread was also inherited from my aunt, the only new supplies are the embroidery thread and filling.

Each piggy has his own outfit that caters to that child’s interests. One has a whole wardrobe of clothing choices.

How are the pigs are made?

      I sewed each body part individually here at the sewing group. 

I hand sew the ears on first, followed by the head to the body and the arms go on last.

       I then use embroidery thread to make the nose and eyes.

       The finishing touch is a little outfit.

 Brigid and another happy customer!

If you liked Brigid’s Percy The Pig come visit us at the sewing group.  We have a photocopy of the book and it has many more fantastic animals to choose from.

Oz Comfort Quilts

Last year the sewing group teamed up with the Moreland City Council for International Women's Day and made this beautiful quilt. Which was donated to the Oz Comfort Quilts appeal. 

Ardy

The second instalment of our profile series, letting you met the wonderful ladies who attend our group!

Name: Ardy

From: U.S.A

How did you find out about the group?

- From a friend who comes

What do you like about the group?

- I think the group is a wonderful thing because of the welcoming attitude of the women and that mothers can come with their kids. There is a mix of women of different cultures, people to help you and lots of supplies to use

What project that you have made was your favorite?

- Pants

What would you like to learn to make or make next?

- Pants and tops, clothing for my partner and myself

What are you making today?

- Pants for a friend

Wrap Skirt

The girls are quite happy with their new wrap skirts!

Summer Holiday Program 2012

Sorry you have to see it 4 times! Click image to see larger view
Any level of sewer can come along, hope to see you there!

Pyramid Purse

One of our youngest sewers!