Lunch Sacks and Dishcloths

As you know, if you read my earlier post, I will be moving soon. While getting ready to move, I realized that there are many basics that I do not have and, unfortunately, I also do not have a whole lot of money to buy them. I do, however, have a decent amount of crafting supplies, so I decided to start making what I can. I found some lovely lightweight floral corduroy from last Christmas, which I turned into a skirt for fall. The family yarn collection is fairly abundant, so my mother and I each found a ball of cotton thread and began working on dishcloths. I have heard crocheted dishcloths last for a long time, so they will be a useful basic to have around the apartment. After we each made two, my sister found a bunch that she had made some time ago but had never used. There are so many that I might end up sending some to a friend who also is moving.

My most ambitious project this month was to create an item I have wanted for a long time: a machine-washable, reusable, eco-friendly lunch sack! Remember the Japanese Village fabric I got awhile ago? Well, it was too small for my usual sewing projects, but it was just perfect for two lunch sacks! Yes, two! I am so excited! I finally have proper lunch containers. My mother had to help me create a pattern, but they turned out well. I even had a chance to perfect my button-hole-making skills. Anyways, I hope you have fun checking out a few of my personal projects!

Do not forget: I will be out of town June 7th to 11th. My shop will be open during this time, but purchases will be shipped when I return. Have a great week!