With lots to get done over the next few days and little time for crafting and sewing, we got right down to business. We went to the craft store after school and Gracie picked all her own fabrics, with only a little guidance from me. Connor was a team-player and was content to sit and play Angry Birds while we shopped. (Who wouldn't love some Angry Bird time, right?)
After the store, we stopped home long enough for me to cut the fabrics even to size and Gracie to get ready for her play-off game of soccer. The game was a nail-biter. Her team was down at half-time but rallied to end the game tied 6-6. Gracie had a great night. She made some saves as goalie and scored two goals on offense!
Once we returned home, it was dinner, homework and...sewing! Because time was limited, I did most of the work, but Gracie did get to help with some pin-pulling, thread-snipping and the french seam. And here's the finished product!
Isn't it adorable? I think she did a great job picking fabrics! I especially love her reasoning for the particular red, which has a variety of circles. "They're frisbies, Mom." Well, of course they are!
All that's left is to wash, dry and wrap it. Hopefully her friend enjoys her Puppy Pillowcase, made especially for her by Gracie...and Mom.
(I must confess, I wouldn't mind if this became a trend. I really enjoy the time crafting with Gracie. I can't wait until Connor gets a bit older and we add him to the mix! Dave is gonna love that, he-he!)
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