I originally intended to cut a piece of this cotton oil stained t-shirt to use for proofing my bread, but another idea popped into my head. My friend is having twins and is in need of cotton baby hats that are dense yet thin.
I thought this material would be ideal for what she needs. It's soft and dense. I pulled it out of my bags of old clothing—I tend to hoard materials as I find it hard to throw them away, knowing they can come in handy. I also prefer not to buy ready-made items as they lack meaning to me. If something is gifted, I'll keep it forever if I can.
Anyway, I began by cutting the sleeves and attempting to turn them into baby hats.
However, they looked too plain, so I felt they needed something more.
I crafted flowers in blue and pink, considering she is having a boy and a girl.
This morning, feeling tired of hand-sewing, I dug out my 15-year-old sewing machine, surprisingly still in working condition.
I cut and reattached pieces.
Making sure to sew them in a way that the side touching the baby's head has no wrong side that could cause irritation.
I folded the bottom part and secured it.
I added a knot to one for the boy
and left the other plain for the girl.
I wasn't quite satisfied with the flowers I made, so I attempted another one. I've learned that for babies, bigger is often better looking.
so I attached them. I think they look cute.
Then, I had the idea to try putting the previous flower on top, which can be detached if it's too heavy for a baby's head and saved for when they are older.
I hope these turned out okay. I can't wait to see the little heads and cute faces in them!"
While cutting the piece from the back of the t-shirt for my bread proofing cover, (not intently picked T-shirt). I noticed some writing on it. It led me to a realization:
"A profound quote often attributed to Scott Adams, the creator of the Dilbert comic strip. It highlights the importance of discernment and refinement in the creative process.
Being creative means you're okay with making mistakes, but being an artist means you know which mistakes are worth keeping because they add something special to your work."
Anyway, my bread proofed nicely, and just in time—it's ready. My baby hats are done!
Happy Needle Working Monday, everyone.
Thank you for reading.
Mariah 😊