Saturday, 27 April 2013

sewing bug - Miss Maggie Rabbit .......................

After making my little Russian dolls I have had the urge to do some more hand sewing. I enjoyed embroidering the little faces on the dolls and did get more adventurous as my family of dolls increased. My inspiration for what to do next came from one of my favourite blogs Cherry Heart. Sandra has just made Matilda and Molly, two adorable little bunnies, if you are tempted you can buy the pdf here.

Sandra is very skilled and needlework is just one of her many talents so I hope I haven't over estimated my sewing skills but I'm going to have a go.

I had plenty of fabric to choose from but not the right shade of felt, so I have compromised and chosen light grey for the head and upper body and dark grey for the legs as the light grey wouldn't stretch to arms and legs. This will be my practise bunny so keep your fingers crossed,


I read through the pdf as instructed.........

all pieces cut out - and some stitching started on the head...............
Hopefully more to show you next week.

talk soon x
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13 comments:

  1. Unknown27 April 2013 at 02:18

    The bunny is so cute! I envy you people who can sew. I have an older sewing machine but need to reteach myself how to use it. And I'd love to learn embroidery. I did a little when I was a kid but haven't tried since. Have a great weekend.

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  2. homemade@myplace27 April 2013 at 03:49

    have fun!!!
    happy weekend, too!!!
    xxxx Ale

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  3. Jennifer Hays27 April 2013 at 04:24

    I'm sure she will be lovely. I'm a big fan of Sandra's blog too. I've been enjoying seeing all these Maggies in Blogland.

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  4. Jessie's Needle27 April 2013 at 06:42

    Looking forward to seeing the rabbit progress.

    J xx

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  5. Rowen27 April 2013 at 07:13

    Can't wait to see it finished, I love the dress fabric. Rowen@Coastal Colours x

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  6. Gillian Roe27 April 2013 at 08:49

    Oh you are sewing a Miss Maggie rabbit, how cute! I am a big fan of Alicia's Posy Gets Cosy blog and wish I'd bought a rabbit kit before they all sold out. I look forward to seeing how your rabbit turns out. x

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  7. Mums Take Five27 April 2013 at 09:42

    Arent you clever! look forward to seeing Maggie looks like a cute bunny. I love your Russian Dolls they are gorgeous.
    I'm now Following your Blog on BL and GFC :) found you via Natasha In Oz Linky.
    Have a great weekend

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  8. snood knitter27 April 2013 at 17:48

    came across your blog via Emma and Emmie...
    Love the Russian dolls , they are so sweet

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  9. harmony and rosie27 April 2013 at 19:34

    I'm seeing this little rabbit throughout blogland and seeing some gorgeous versions. Yours will be beautiful too, I'm sure. I love the dress fabric. Can't wait to see your bunny.

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  10. forgetmenotsblue27 April 2013 at 21:47

    Maggie Rabbit is looking good... looking forward to seeing the finished product I bet it will be fab.
    Looking very cute the colours and floral print you've used look great :)

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  11. Joy29 April 2013 at 23:07

    All the best with Maggie Rabbit, Sue - I'm sure you'll do a lovely job with her and I'll look forward to seeing her in her lovely little dress. And rabbits have a reputation for being good breeders so she may soon have lots of family too!!! Oh-oh! Look what you've done now!
    Joy x

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  12. Natasha in Oz3 May 2013 at 09:19

    Looks like it's going to be so cute! Have fun making it.
    Thank you for joining Say G'day Saturday-hope to see you again this weekend!
    Best wishes,
    Natasha in Oz

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  13. Carrie4 May 2013 at 00:22

    Can't wait to see it!! Thank you for sharing at Sharing Saturday!!

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