If I could make whatever I wanted,
on any given day,
on any given day,
I would probably choose to create one of three things:
a pillow, a pincushion, or a needle book.
{My blog is mostly made up of those projects, if you notice.}
Here is my latest indulgence...the Elementary Needle Book,
made for my sweet niece who loves math and linguistics.
I started with this little mound of scraps and trims.
It was fun to organize them into something
so dainty and practical.
Once again, I turned to the fabulous free tutorial
I've made quite a few of these needle books,
and more are in my future, I'm sure.
From the first needle book I made,
I wondered why all of those patchwork squares
should be hidden away.
I featured mine on the front this time.
I love the bit of quilting detail.
Inside I decorated some of the pages with ricrac...
ribbon...
lace...
and even a tiny butterfly label.
The finished project was a cheery surprise
when it arrived in my niece's mailbox.
Handmade gifts are such a joy,
for all of us who make and receive them.
Have a great week, and enjoy something handmade!
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