Wednesday, July 8, 2015

Sewing and Beading...


My little dress sewing is done for now.  Not by choice but by necessity.  I was sewing along and BOOM!  My machine had a metal on metal wreck and is now in for service.  I was able to sew four dresses for Dress a Girl Around the World.  Hopefully I was also able to introduce others to this wonderful charity project and they will contribute.  My daughter actually bought this little fabric for me years ago and it was just the perfect adorable addition to sewing a dress.


This is one of the four dresses I sewed.  I had fun putting pockets and ties together.  Thinking of the girl who might wear this dress and hoping it brings a big smile to her face along with lots of love into her heart. 


I also did a tiny bit of beading.  A friend had a very small childhood necklace that she thought would be fun to wear from time to time however it needed to be restrung and lengthened.  I selected some very small silver beads to add to the tiny little faux pearls and hopefully she will like it as much as I do.  It can always be put back together as it was when she wore it as a little girl. 
Now it is time for me to sort and purge my office desk.  Not something I look forward to doing but it is necessary.  I don't know why I save every little scrap of paper and paper clip and...and...and!
I hope you are enjoying your Summer/Winter and Creating what You Love.  High on Life July...
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18 comments:

  1. Tammy@T's Daily TreasuresJuly 8, 2015 at 11:16 AM

    I save every scrap of everything and then I can't find anything. It's a vicious cycle. The dresses are lovely. Hope your machine is fixed quickly. I'm sure your friend will love the necklace. Best wishes, Tammy

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  2. MayJuly 8, 2015 at 2:04 PM

    What Beautiful dresses A wonderful charity project, I will pop over and hopefully take part..Gorgeous necklace too...Have a happy weekend ahead...Hugs May x x

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  3. elleJuly 8, 2015 at 2:06 PM

    I am neither thrifty nor frugal so why I feel compelled to save every envelope, scrap, button ETC. is beyond me. LOL If you figure it out I think you should write a good explanatory post! ;^)

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  4. Judys Lace CreationsJuly 8, 2015 at 2:37 PM

    What a fabulous idea and project.The little dresses are gorgeous Sherry!!Love that necklace too!!
    Poor machine! I have mum's old one, so don't feel lost if mine has to go for a service..I really like my mum's old machine.It is so quiet, it almost purrs!Happy sewing
    Judy xx

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  5. LisaJuly 8, 2015 at 3:19 PM

    Oh my, those dresses are just gorgeous!! Oh, they will be so loved by the recipients!! I love the fabrics you used!! And the necklace looks amazing!! Your friend will adore it!! Good luck purging!! Have a great day :)

    Lisa
    A Mermaid's Crafts

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  6. AnonymousJuly 8, 2015 at 4:13 PM

    I hope your sewing machine is an easy fix, not to expensive, your dresses are lovely and I wish we could see the little girls hat will wear them, I know thats not possible but wouldn't it be fun!
    Yu are such a good friend to help redo the childhood beads,,, best of luck cleaning out the desk!!!

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  7. WendyJuly 8, 2015 at 4:16 PM

    those dresses are just wonderful!

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  8. RobbieJuly 8, 2015 at 5:52 PM

    Just think how happy these little girls will be when they receive your lovely dresses! I can just hear the comments and see the smiles!!! What a wonderful cause!

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  9. NancyJuly 8, 2015 at 6:42 PM

    The little dresses are adorable, Sherry! And how nice you have beading (and other interests) to turn to when you have to change direction given the sewing machine malfunction. You sure know how to have fun.

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  10. margaretJuly 8, 2015 at 10:34 PM

    such cute dresses and for such a good cause. Necklace looks good so now she can wear it again. Happy desk sorting, you never know what you might come across!

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  11. AppleApricot WenJuly 9, 2015 at 2:00 AM

    More beautiful and sweet little dresses from your hands Sherry, you're doing such a wonderful job!

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  12. Jane McLellanJuly 9, 2015 at 3:51 AM

    I hope your sewing machine comes back as good as new so you can make more cute dresses!

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  13. soniaJuly 9, 2015 at 7:24 AM

    Love the dresses!

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  14. TheresaJuly 9, 2015 at 8:50 AM

    cute dresses. hope your machine recovers. bead on in the mean time. thanks for sharing.

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  15. Celestina MarieJuly 9, 2015 at 5:27 PM

    Hi Sherry, HIGH ON LIFE JULY!! I am loving these 4 words. Your dresses are just adorable and I am so sorry your machine had a wreak. I know that is heartbreaking and I hope it is fixed soon. The girls receiving your dresses will be just so happy. Love how you extended the little necklace for your friend. She will love it.
    Have a beautiful weekend my friend. Hugs, cm

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  16. The Polka Dot ClosetJuly 9, 2015 at 7:50 PM

    Bummer on the sewing machine. Your dresses are adorable, what a great cause and so generous of you to do. Now, get busy throwing out those little bits of paper lol

    Carol

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  17. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJuly 12, 2015 at 6:17 PM

    The dresses are adorable and I know some little girl will love them.
    xx,
    Sherry

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  18. Danice GJuly 13, 2015 at 2:30 AM

    Oh goodness. Hoping your machine is repaired soon, The dresses are adorable. I also sew for Dress A Girl. What a worthy cause :)

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