Fortunately, we're both of the age where late Christmas presents are exciting! A late treat after the fuss of Christmas is over :) Not that I intended this gift to be late, it was just that 24 hours was not enough hours in the day leading up to Christmas!
I bought some mugs with cupcakes on for my SiL and wanted to make a fabric picture of a cupcake to accompany them.
Starting with a cheap tablecloth I followed the damask pattern on my sewing machine, backing my piece with felt. I used some William Morris print fabric for the cupcake case and added snippets of lace and fabric.
Then for the cupcake topping I used a spotty cotton fabric as the base and added lace flowers, and sections for a tray cloth I purchased in a charity shop.
Layers of lace, both old and new, embellished with buttons, edge the picture. I really didn't want to give it away I have to say!!! It needs framing but Laura is very happy with it :)
Absolutely stunning Sarah, beautiful detail. I love all the lace and the layering, a gorgeous gift and worth the wait. Tracy x
ReplyDeleteSo pretty Sarah. I'm goibg to have to be brave and use the sewing machine!
ReplyDeleteThis is just gorgeous Sarah and she must be thrilled to bits with it.
ReplyDeleteHad to pop over over when I saw this on my reader and it's made me want to do some sewing too!
x
I agree, fantastic detail! Not surprised you were tempted to keep it.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful
ReplyDeleteAmazing! Love it :-)
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely gorgeous, Sarah! Fab stitching, lace and details.. I don't blame you for not wanting to part with it! I'm sure your SIL LOVES this!
ReplyDeleteLove it Sarah, a contemporary vintage look and stunning. The laces and fabric are gorgeous and the stitching looks amazing.
ReplyDeleteluv and hugs {brenda} xoxox
That is absolutely wonderful, Sarah! I LoVe it and am coveting it at this very moment : ) xx
ReplyDeletereally scrumptious Sarah.
ReplyDeleteOh wow!! This is an amazing piece Sarah! What a lucky sister-in-law! She certainly married well ;D
ReplyDeleteGosh this is awesome! I wish I could make myself sew beyond paper! Lovely vintage feel and I'm sure your S-I-L will adore this!
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely exquisite,Sarah-the colours are so lovely and I just love all the lace-looks good enough to eat! Chris x
ReplyDeleteThis is just Gorgeous Sarah!!!
ReplyDeletelovely work :)
I've been meaning to try my had at fabric art for ages, maybe this will be my year, especially with inspiration like this, no wonder your sis loved it, its amazing :D
ReplyDeleteWOW!! What's not to love? This is
ReplyDeleteabsolutely gorgeous. My machine doesn't get used nearly enough, maybe I should practice more:) Chrisx
Beautiful, Sarah!!
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful! I adore fabric art and this has got to be one of the most gorgeous pieces I have seen for ages. There is so much texture and detail...looks like it took months to make. You have got me all 'on edge' now.(Of course, I mean inspired.)
ReplyDeleteYour friend is very lucky!!!!
Sue xx
Sorry meant to say sister-in-law.
ReplyDeleteahh :) your fabby cupcake is a real treat!! lovely and imaginative...of course!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful...what a gorgeous gift! x
ReplyDeleteWow, really cool...the textures are fantastic!
ReplyDeleteHi Sarah - I Love this, and I'd have to say it's the only "cupcake" related thingy that I have ever liked (apart from actual cakes that is!)
ReplyDeletesee you soon
Chris
WOOOOOWW! I love, love, love this! You have inspired me to get out my stash of vintage items and have a go with them..........
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