Wednesday, March 20, 2013

Stitching Up Baby!

A "Stitch Me Up" Baby Bib !
for the
 
Stitch Me Up Blog Hop
 
 When I signed up for this hop and the Stitch Me Up Packet arrived in my email, I was overwhelmed by the possibilities.  The many free patterns are all so beautiful!  I am sure you will be seeing much more intricate projects for this hop. There are flowers and gardens and houses and adorable wee tots.   I chose one of the simpler patterns.  The geometric shapes in this pattern by Bee Tree Designs appealed to me.  
When it came time to chose a project, I decided that the simple pattern was very "primary" and that it would  be wonderful for a baby or toddler. 
 
  What to make???
A Baby Bib!
I drew up a pattern ...

I wanted to keep the same lines as the Elements design so I used these to decide on my shape for the bib.  I drew this directly onto the paper side of piece of freezer paper, so I would be able to iron the pattern right to the fabric.  I used my ruler for the straight lines and drew around the bottom of an empty thread spool for the curves. At one point I realized my initial pattern had to neck opening too small, so I recut the opening larger.  These photos were taken before I realized this design flaw and recut.

pattern details
cut
front
This is when I realized the neck opening was cut too small.
batting
It is snowing here again!
back
with enlarged neck opening
pin and machine stitch

This is an experiment and my own method.

I pinned the copy of the pattern design right to my top
with the batting only underneath. 
Katniss helps thread and set up and check my machine
Katniss checks my machine settings
These are my standard settings.
After experimenting, I reset the stitch smaller to 2.0
to make it easier to remove the paper. 

Katniss helps me matching the thread colors.
  I started with my thin white piecing thread then I switched to red top thread as I knew I was planning to embroider with red perle cotton.  
remove paper ... use tweezers if needed to get tiny bits
easy stem stitch right over the machine stitches
This hand stitching over machine stitching was an experiment and I will definitely do it again. I used larger stitches on my machine like basting at first. Then I set it to a smaller stitch. The smaller stitch covers easier and also makes it easiest to remove the paper. I also tried both white and red thread since my top color was red. The red was easier to cover, but one color would not work for embroidery with multiple colors. Next time I will match my machine color thread to the background fabric and set it to a small stitch length.
front and back
sandwich with right sides together
detail of the back of my hand stitching shows on the batting
machine stitch through all layers around the edge
Note:  Remember to leave a 2-3 inch opening on one side to turn your bib right side out
crimp edges 1/4" away from seam
turn right sides out
I use a bone tool with rounded edges to smooth out the seams. 
hand stitch opening closed
 
press bib and top-stitch 1/4 inch around the edge
 
machine stitch the velcro closure
Here is the finished Baby Bib!
This Baby Bib is destined to be included in a package that
I will be donating to the next ...
I first learned of this drive from a blog hopper, KaHolly,
and I feel this is a very worthy cause. 
Just thinking about the young mothers of our service families who may be far away from home and getting ready to have a baby, sends me to my sewing machine. 
I hope you will consider contributing in some way to this effort.
Giveaway Time!
Make Your Own Baby Bib Kit Giveaway! 

[This Giveaway is now Closed ]
Cat not included ... again ... ;)
Pattern, back, batting, front ... when my model gets off of the red fabric, I will cut this piece, too.  I will also enclose the velcro closure and a twist of red perle cotton to complete your own baby bib.
For a chance to win, please leave my quilty kitties and I one comment. We love comments!
You do not need to be a follower to win.

I will send this Baby Bib Kit anywhere in the world.

Winner will be chosen at random.

Please be sure that I have a way to contact you by email to tell you that you have won and to get your mailing address. If you are a no reply blogger, I will pick another random winner.


For a 2nd chance to win be a follower and leave me a second comment telling me you are.

This giveaway will close at Midnight EDT on March 29th.

A winner will be announced and emailed on March 30th.

Best of luck!
 
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and
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<3

99 comments:

tubilinha tiacarminha said...

É lindo!!!!Tenho uma neta de 11 meses que está começando a comer só ,este será muito útil para ela.Posso copiar o seu padrão?Obrigada.
Sou seguidora e brasileira

tiacarminhapezzuto@gmail.com

Michelle said...

What a precious project and also for a worthy cause. Thanks for the tutorial. I use freezer paper for all my patterns too, something I started doing 8 years ago when I learned hand applique using freezer paper. Gotta love freezer paper!

Cyndi loves to stitch said...

Wow this was wonderful, I learn something new everyday! I've never seen stitching over machine stitching !! That is a very cool technique !! Loved your tutorial and project. It's very cool that your bib lines match the angles of the design!! Love that you shared the thought process!!!

Patty C. said...

Just darling - fabulous post :)

Carol Swift said...

Very nice bib--love the design! Thanks for sharing how you did it, too. ;O)

Judy B said...

What a wonderful bib and for a great cause! Thank you for the tutorial and the giveaway. Love the Laurel Burch fabric!

Judy B said...

I am a follower!

Christine M said...

That is one special bib. Thanks for sharing it with us.

Amy said...

What a great bib, thanks for the tutorial. Thanks for the link to the great cause you are supporting.

Martina said...

So lovely and useful too! Thanks for the tuto, that is great!

Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts said...

What a sweet little project~ and such a wonderful cause. Have a happy day!

Nati said...

Lovely and such a good cause! Thanks for sharing and if I win the kit I will make it for charity as well!

hueisei said...

Very pretty baby bib!!! Love to win :D

AnitaS said...

You mae it very pretty. Thank you for explaining it so clear.

Britt-Inger said...

Your baby bib is sew cool!!! Thanks for sharing

Anonymous said...

Love the bib, and your teddy model, but best of all the cat. I have 3 feline helpers. My niece just had a little boy so that bib would be a great gift. Thanks for sharing.

charlotte said...

Very cute bib. Looks very nice.

Pauline said...

How sweet! Thank you for the tutorial.

Catherine said...

Wonderful post! Your Bib is divine! Thanks for the Operation Homefront Link. I sew for Soldiers Angels.

Unknown said...

Wow very cute bib...I love the design you chose...well done

Unknown said...

I am an old follower of yours...literally take care and have fun today

Ellen said...

Really cute bib and great instructions. I will save them to refer to at a later date.

I think it would be a lovely gift but please do not include me in the draw.

Marla's Crafts said...

Cute bib and such a nice give away.

Quilt Doodle Designs said...

Very cute bib and such lovely stitching, thank you for the tutorial :)

Gwen said...

Great bib and what a great cause to donate it to--thanks for the heads up on this organization!

Sowing Stitches said...

Thanks for the tutorial...'baby season' has arrived and I will certainly be making tons of bibs for all the new mom's to be! :)

Jeanie said...

Love the bib, the tut, and the pattern that you used on the bib! I like the modern patterns and the geometric look is perfect on a bib. Your bib will be a welcome addition for your cause. Thanks for sharing!

Vickie said...

I love that your giving the bib to such a wonderful organization. Great job !

Marjorie's Busy Corner said...

cute idea to show your talent

Quilting Babcia said...

What a great idea! I have a new grandbaby due in September whose mommy would love one of these bibs!

Patty C. said...

Im a follower :)

Charlene S said...

Your project is fantastic and as the grandma and aunt of service families I thank you.

Valerie said...

Great tutorial on the bib. I'm sure your effort will be appreciated. :)

Linda C said...

Wonderful tutorial and project. Clever to mark the line with machine thread and cover it then with the embroidery product. Very cheery baby bib and for a good cause.

The geometric shapes reminded me of some buttons I have in my button box. You set an idea to percolating in the future!

krislovesfabric said...

Such a sweet bib project!!

Sparky said...

Wow, I did not even see this pattern...good job there...great wee design....Bear looks happy lol

Kathy L said...

Love the bib and the model. Thanks for the chance to win.

Dorian said...

Oh what a sweet bib Pat! I love the shape of it, so unique. And what a wonderful place to send it to.

Diann said...

I like that you did relatively quick and simple embroidery. A bib is meant to be used and washed a lot. It isn't smart to spend 100 hours embroidering something for that kind of use, but at the same time you want something nice with a personal touch. A winner!

Diann said...

I am a follower.

Loves to Quilt said...

Awesome little bib and good for you to donate it to "Boots and Booties"!

Kathy said...

Great project and for a wonderful cause. Thank you so much for sharing!

Linda Coleman said...

What a great idea, love the bib and the stitching. Must try out the idea of the stem stitich over the machine stitching.

Dee said...

lOVE YOUR BIB!!! Awesome use of the stitchery.

Linda said...

What a great little bib! (And a wonderful cause!)

Daryl @ Patchouli Moon Studio said...

Cute bib and great way to do the hand embroidery by stitching over the machine stitches.

Kathy H said...

Very cute bib. We are expecting our first grandbaby in 2 months so would love to make one of those bibs. So cute. Thanks for the chance. I also enjoyed seeing your kitty helper sitting on the one piece of folded fabric. I think they think we sew just to amuse them!

Jane's Fabrics and Quilts said...

What a cute bib and for a wonderful cause. Thank you for the tutorial. I love the idea of stitching over the machine stitching! Thanks for sharing.

Brenda said...

What a great bib, I dare the baby that wears it to get a drop of anything on it. Such a sweet project and for a great resorce. Thank you for showing us in detail how you put it together.

Patty said...

Oh what a neet baby bib. Some Momma is going to be so lucky. I need to bookmark this page. I am finding out today if I get a grand son or granddaughter in August. Can't wait.

Patty said...

And I forgot o tell you thanks for a giveaway. I am a follower.

Teresa Quilts said...

Such a cute bib and great cause! I might could embroider that design! LOL

sew.darn.quilt said...

So Sweet! Does the lucky winner receive that adorable bear:)
This is an amazing cause.
Naturally I'm a follower :)

busyascanbe said...

I love the project tutorial you did a great job. I just had a granddaughter so will have to try it.

B J Elder said...

Very creative project! Great job.

Jane's Quilting said...

Your baby big is just adorable. And I can see by the pictures, you have a very dependable helper too.

Patty said...

I thought I had left a comment, seems to have vanished. Anyway, I love your bib. Great job.

Sharon said...

I love your baby bib. It is so simple yet elegant.

Sharon said...

I love your baby bib. It is so simple yet elegant.

Quilt n Queen said...

Sweet bib and stitching technique. Great job, thanks for sharing!! I think I missed a few patterns. Happy stitching, Pauline

KaHolly said...

Just genius!! I am loving it!! Thank you for sharing the link to my blog for Operation Homefront-TX. and for your donation of homemade goodies!! Spreading the word is as big a contribution as sending in items! I hope others will take your lead and spread the word. Operation Homefront is not exclusive to TX!! I'm sure many of your readers have heard of the Wounded Warrior Projects? Same organization!! Thanks again, karen

Needled Mom said...

Very nice tutorial and a wonderful job on the bib too.

Gill said...

What a great project! I'd love to have a go!!
Thank you for sharing!

Gill said...

I'm a happy follower!

Tammy said...

I am your newest visitor and now follower as well.

Tammy said...

Great project. Thanks for shareing it with us. What a great cause to donate it to.

lefuntz said...

Katniss did a great job supervising. I love that you are donating this! Wonderful work!

Shannon said...

How sweet! I love it. The shapes are great!

Loralynn said...

Cute bib! Great cause!

Sheila said...

Wonderful project for a great cause !!

Cathi said...

I'm intrigued by the idea of stem stitch over the machine stitching.
The bib is a lovely finished item for such a great cause.

vicki said...

Thanks for the tutorial. Learn something new everyday. Thank you for the giveaway also. vickise at gmail dot com

Cindy said...

Lovely bib! I like the geometric design you chose.

Lou said...

Neat technique! Would never of thought of it!
Thanks!!!
Sure you won't send Katniss along? I always have rooom for one more:) I have 6

Carrie P. said...

great tutorial and such a sweet bib for a great cause.

Beverly said...

Your tutorial was amazing! I'm new to this blog hop and my day is coming but your tute and your bib just blow my mind. I envy you your talents. Loved the bib! Your idea was a great one.

StitchinByTheLake said...

What a wonderful project! I love giving embroidered bibs for shower gifts...so fun. :) blessings, marlene

Sherry said...

Thanks for sharing your project, it turned out great. It is fun to see what creative stitchers like you do with these designs.

Lyn said...

Great tutorial! Thanks,

Anita said...

Cute bib! Thanks for the giveaway!

LJ said...

Very cute bib. Love how you showed us the steps you took - creating. The shape of the bib just fit in with the design you chose.

Sharon Dawn said...

What great ideas!! Your bib turned out well and looks wonderful!

Lisa said...

This is so cute! im. Would love to win!

Lisa said...

Follow you b lean great things,

Just Sew Sue said...

What a clever technique. I have still to start my project.

Janet said...

Thanks for your detailed tutorial. Great bib! Thanks for a chance to win.

Robin said...

Wonderful tutorial for a great bib! I will definitely be bookmarking this!

lauraluvsloons said...

that is a good idea to combine machine stitching with hand embroidery. I'll have to try that. I'm thinking of adding the handwork on top of some shadow machine quilting.

Farm Gate Creations Incorporating Hummingbird Quilting said...

Greta tutorial and I was soooo hoping that the kitty was included.

Debra Lee said...

I love the fact that most of us have kittie helpers!

Jenny said...

great bib! Love your stitching!

Deb@asimplelifequilts said...

Very cute bib and a great way to use that fun embroidery pattern!

carla said...

Hi!!! Very cute and for a great cause!!! Thank You

carla said...

I am a happy follower!!!!

apple blossom said...

nice bib thanks

apple blossom said...

follower

Unknown said...

Love your bib! Thanks for the wonderful tut!

Scrapbook-ChickADoodle said...

Nice job on the baby bib! Thanks for the tut. I need to make a few for some new babies in the family.
Thanks for the opportunity to win.

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I think the baby bib is awesome. Your tutorial was very helpful.
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