Following the book theme, I cut out the book fabric and a lining and batting all the same size. I spray basted the three pieces to save time pinning. Then I quilted the three with an invisible thread. I then cut the pieces (now one) precisely on the edges with a rotary cutter. Now how to sew an envelope?
I sewed gold bias tape across one end which I turned up. I decided to play it safe and stitch all the edges, with the bottom folded up. Then I added gold bias tape to finish, starting at the bottom left and going up up and around to the bottom right side. Since the thread was invisible, I returned to secure beginnings, corners and ending. I am not sure if the big closing flap should have a button of some sort.
Chrissy gave me the idea of theme related birthday presents. See my 3/14/12 posting. I wasn't sure how to relate to Hannah's rock climbing party, however. I guess I could have painted some rocks. Hmmmmn. Now Ellen gave me a rock idea that I am just now catching on to! Joe will have some leftover from preparing his garden!
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She is such a lucky girl. I wish I had something from my grandmother that I could touch and look at and smell....You'll forever be in her heart and mind as someone special who loved her very much. ~ RAH
ReplyDeleteThat is a good idea...I could add something scented, maybe, like lavender. Wonder if there is a scent with a literary history...something flat. Certainly eye covers for a snooze after reading.
DeleteWhat a fun project, I am sure Hannah will love it.
ReplyDeleteLovely, lovely. I especially like the book fabric. It looks like a whole library on an envelope.
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'Tis a GIANT envelope and so much fun I now feel I must make the other two grands something similar. What started out as untraditional gift wrap is turning my quilt room into a factory!
DeleteWHAT a great post! Love the project, and love the precise way you have described it. Hannah is, indeed, a very lucky little granddaughter. Also love love love the "Comic Life" explanation with words and pictures. You have out-done yourself!
ReplyDeleteWhat a super gift! She'll treasure that for a lifetime! She is so lucky to have such a talented & clever grandmother. Enjoy celebrating with her.
ReplyDeleteLike it...it's so simple..I wish to use it for my own Gift Card envelopes?
ReplyDeleteI "followed along" with this tutorial and am really pleased with the finished holder. Not something I say very often about my crafty makes!
ReplyDeletethere are C5, C6 and DL envelopes to suit your needs. You can find an envelope to keep your document intact with A5 or A4 Envelopes
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