Wednesday 28 January 2015

Commissions!

 I had requests to make a few things over the holidays.


First, I was asked to make a tea cosy.  Not something I've made before, but the customer gave me an old one as a template for size she wanted. I couldn't work out for a while how the lining was joined all the way around to the outer while obviously being made separately - but I sorted it out eventually.


 The request was for a signature colour of orange, and, as usual, I made 2 to give a choice. She chose the teapot one!


Something else I've not made before is a dog bandana. Daughter requested these for her 2 dogs and, at her suggestion, they are made to be slid over the dog's collar as opposed to tying on.


Last, and something I have made before, was a request for a lavender heart to add to a bag of goodies as a gift.

I treated myself to this book last week after no success in dropping hints before Christmas.


One good result over the holidays, though, was the re-siting of my shed at the back of the house. Unfortunately, I haven't been near it (or a sewing machine, knitting needle or book) for well over a week after succumbing to a dose of the flu that has knocked me for six. I think I'm on the home straight with it now, and managed to type some invoices for a client today. Luckily, I've not been needed at work since she moved house, because they still have no internet to receive orders.

Bye for now
Teresa x

5 comments:

primrosesattic said...

Love your tea pot covers.
Rosezeeta.

Kath said...

What cute things you made! I loved seeing your daughters dogs, they are adorable.

Silvia LGD (Little Green Doll) said...

Hi Teresa! Both tea cosies are very nice.
Your daughter's dogs are so gorgeous!
I hope you are feeling better now.
Have a nice weekend!
Silvia x

Leslie said...

So sorry to hear you have had the flu. Such cute things you have been making. The tea cozy's are adorable and such a good idea. I esp like the flowers. Take care and feel better.

Marivel said...

Every thing is wonderful,well done.
I love the dog bandanas. The dogs are really cute.Thanks for your support,dear friend.
I hope you are feeling better today.
Best wishes.