100 Bunnies for Harrisburg

Ann at Suburban Prairie Homemaker has issued a Bonus Craftism Challenge that I am happily and humbly participating in. Ann is trying to gather 100 bunnies to be delivered to a church in Harrisburg, Illinois by Easter.

Harrisburg, Illinois was recently devastated by a tornado. This terrible storm left a path of destruction but it was apparently not devastating enough because FEMA has denied any assistance.

Far too often, I feel compassionate about a cause or a story but wonder, what can I do to make a difference. Well, thanks to Ann, today, I feel like I can do something to make a difference SO I put my posts and projects to the side and I started to make a bunny.

I used Fiona Dalton's Jack Rabbit Sewing Pattern. I always love to add my own personal touch, to anything I do, so this sweet little bunny got some pretty pink bows and a heart {because she was definitely made with a lot of love}.

I can't wait to wrap up my bunny and send her on her way. I am hoping the people in Harrisburg, Illinois will be reminded, they aren't alone.

If you want to join Ann's challenge, you can get the details here.

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To sew or not to sew

When did sewing become 'cool'? I wish I would have known that, one day this would be the case, when I took Home Economics in junior high. The thought of sewing something myself, up until recently, conjured up memories from my attempt, in said Home Economics class, to sew a skirt that resulted in a crocked hem and split seams. When I would see something required sewing, panic would creep in, my palms would sweat and I would protest, oh, I can't sew...and then I would ask my mom to do it for me.

My mom has always been able to sew. She made clothes for my Barbies, dresses for my dolls, Halloween costumes and now she is the Queen of Quilting. See for yourself...

My mom is not only adept at sewing but she is also willing to take on my projects so I followed the theory, why should I learn to sew when it is so much easier to just have her sew for me.

When I discovered Fiona Dalton maker of the most adorable soft toys. I felt intrigued by the idea of making something for Grace. Just look at the cover of her book and you can see how her adorable stuffed animals might compel you to make one of your own.

The only problem, learning how to sew. The very first sewing project I attempt, post Home Economics, was felt heart garland from Made By Rae. Even for the novice sewer, this project was so easy and resulted in something so bright and cheery that it boosted my sewing confidence.

That day, I ordered Fiona Dalton's bunny pattern. Her pattern was so detailed and easy to understand, even with my minimal sewing experience, I was able to successfully make my own bunny.

And then...they started multiplying like bunnies.

The hardest part of the process, not the sewing but, figuring out how to re-thread my bobbin. Thankfully the women at Joann Fabric's didn't laugh at me when I asked where to buy pre-wound bobbins.

So my theory about sewing may have to change...just don't let my mom know!