That is exactly what I have been doing with Honeys coat. I found the perfect pattern when we went to Inverness last month in a book I picked up from the Works. For some reason I was reluctant to get going. This morning it was with fear and trepidation that I finally made a start. I have done a lot of sewing over the years but usually household items, curtain, table runners and such. So I must admit I was a little apprehensive, particularly as I was using Harris Tweed. I cut the fabric out using the pattern provided and read the instructions through a few times.
Step by step instructions which I followed carefully were used and little by little it started to take shape.
I still have the sleeves to sew, although as you can see they are all pinned ready to go. I also have the buttons to stitch on. I have sorted out several possibilities, I will make a decision once the sleeves are finished.
The hood was so much easier than I had anticipated, which I why I had hesitated to make a start in the first place.
I will have it completed in the morning and am pleased to say that I enjoyed the process. With hindsight I was worrying about nothing, it has now given me the confidence to go on and try some of the other patterns that I have been admiring for a while.
The tweed is a little dark for a little one but it is my intention to crochet a fancy scarf and hat to lighten it all off. Of course Gerard will be painting a coat hanger for me as a finishing touch, I thought I would add a little tweed corsage.
Yesterday was such a beautiful day we had a lovely stroll out and enjoyed the fresh air and sunshine. What a difference a day makes, today the March winds once again are howling and rain is the order of the day. This was the view from our attic window yesterday, even the sea was calm.
As you can see the ewes all have rather wide girths, it is anticipated that lambing season will start over the next few weeks. Such an exciting time of year.
A warm welcome to a new followers, I do hope you enjoy my little adventures through life. As always I thank you for your visit to this blog and for your encouraging and uplifting comments. The weather forecast is not looking good for the weekend, so it will be indoor activities for us. Have you got anything planned?
See you soon.
My goodness, Honey's coat is beautiful. You had nothing to worry about with your sewing skills. I used to sew all the time for my children, but the only sewing I've been doing lately is taking up my clothes. Honey is going to love her new coat!
ReplyDeleteOh, it's absolutely gorgeous! I am in awe of your talent. Honey is going to look very stylish.
ReplyDeleteI'm beginning to tire of this windy weather now. I'm ready for warm spring days. X
Oh my word. There is nothing too dark about that. It really is lovely, you are making a great job of it.
ReplyDeleteWow, that is absolutely gorgeous! You do beautiful work. I know what you mean about feeling intimidated by a pattern and procrastinating. I need to move on with my Stockholm Sweater.
ReplyDeleteI think there is no one among us who has not been guilty of procrastination from time to time.
ReplyDeleteIt was so lovely stopping by and seeing what you have been up to. I think your coat is looking marvelous. You will have to show it again after the buttons and corsage.
ReplyDeleteSteve is napping so I cleaned a bit and then thought that visiting a few of my favorite blogs would be a good change. I'm so glad that I did.
Thank you for your prayers, we appreciate them so much.
Happy Spring!
Connie :)
I think we all procrastinate... but good for you for movivng forward on this wonderful project...You are so brave to tackle it... It's looking GOOD... and I love the tweed..... A job well done.... the little jacket will be well worn and appreciated.... on those brisk lamb walks... ENJOY your day ...Hugs
ReplyDeleteThe coat is wonderful!! We too have sheep nearby about to lamb.
ReplyDeleteHoney will look very smart in her new coat. I love the Harris Tweed, which is so special. The lining sets it off beautifully. I hope you have a relaxing weekend.
ReplyDeleteI love the fabrics that you have used for this darling coat!! When I was in high school, I made all my own clothes! My mother worked in a dress fabric and would bring home "scraps" of material so it cost me nothing to sew. Now that I am no longer working, I would love to get back into sewing!! There are so many things that I want to catch up on that I have put off for such a long time!! I recently got back into embroidery and have made several Christmas things that I do plan to post about on my Christmas blog next week for Rudolph Day, the 25th!! Thanks so much for stopping by and for weighing in again on my follow up post about blogging!!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Deb
The tweed is lovely, somehow a very warm and comforting shade. I remember making a coat for my daughter when she was about 12 years old....and it was made from tweed also.
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous present! Just love it.
ReplyDeleteI'm so impressed with the coat you are making for Honey! I hope we get to see her model it. What a wonderful grandmother you are!
ReplyDeleteHave a fabulous weekend. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)
The Harris Tweed makes the coat so stylish and I love the lining you used. So pretty!!
ReplyDeleteSorry your nice weather was so short-lived.
I admire your sewing skill. That is a great coat you are making for Honey especially with a fancy scarf and hat to match with it. Looking forward to see the little lambs.
ReplyDeleteThe coat is looking grear, wish I had this talent☺
ReplyDeleteThat is the cutest jacket ever! I love it and that fabric is wonderful. Well done. I think the start of something is always a bit frightening at first, but then once we jump in and keep practicing, we find there is truly nothing we cannot do. I am excited to see your next project.
ReplyDeleteIt looks great. Funny how we put things off, isn't it.
ReplyDeleteLooks great to me. I procrastinate all the time but things get done eventually.
ReplyDeleteHoney's coat is absolutely beautiful, you must be so pleased with it. The weather here has taken a nosedive, it's been lovely and warm but we're back to dull chilly days again. There's lots of lambs in the fields now but some ewes are still waiting to give birth, such a lovely time of year with lots of new life around.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job with the coat!
ReplyDeleteThat coat is beautiful! The lining material is a great compliment to the tweed. Good job!!
ReplyDeleteAmazing project!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful... You can even see the sea, from an attic window!
The little coat has turned out really well, it's lovely.
ReplyDeleteYou can never go wrong with Harris tweed. Honey's coat looks lovely, she'll be so happy to receive it. I remember sewing my own duffle coat and feeling apprehensive of cutting the expensive cloth. Have a lovely weekend.
ReplyDeletebeautiful! Hoping to go to Church tomorrow now that hubby is well
ReplyDeleteWow! What a beautiful view you have! Lambing season is so precious...hope that you’ll share lots of photos. I am very impressed with the coat. You did very well and I think it will be darling and warm on Honey.
ReplyDeleteThe coat is adorable!! you've done a fine job on it. What an exciting time of year when the lambs arrive. Living by the water is the best thing ever, isn't it?
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the weekend.
Debbie
xo
I love when things are made over into new projects. That coat is perfectly adorable.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful coat you are making for Honey. I well understand your hesitation in beginning such a project, but you've done so well with this. Just lovely.
ReplyDeleteI'm always a bit worried when I take scissors to some fabric but what a fabulous coat you have made for Honey. She will be so thrilled with it.
ReplyDeleteHugs-x-
Lambs, so exciting! I love Honey's coat, you are doing a wonderful job with it. She is going to love it. Have a great week.
ReplyDeletelove the coat and I know you will make it perfectly! I tend to put off stuff I'm mulling about and want to be sure, but sometimes jumping in makes it all okay.
ReplyDeleteWhat a dear little coat! Honey is fortunate to have such a talented grandmother. x
ReplyDeleteHoney will look very smart in her new coat.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous view from your attic window...
All the best Jan
Just think of all the fun we'll have when the baby lamps arrive. Even in still photos they're adorable. Can't imagine how you'll tear yourself away when they start frolicking around the fields. I'd be hanging over the fence all day.
ReplyDeleteBrave woman you are, Lorraine! The material you are using for Honey's coat reminds me of what my mom used to make me a wool coat during my high school years...over 40 years ago! My youngest daughter and I drove down to Sonoma, CA last Friday and back to OR on Sunday...a flying trip without the plane :) But because we drove we saw many flocks of sheep with sweet little lambs. I got to visit with my great niece while in CA and she told me that her flock of sheep in Nebraska now has 37 new lambs! xx
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