Schoolhouse Tunic

The first piece of clothing I've ever made for myself. I started it yesterday (Mother's Day). Bruce watched the girls so I could spend most of the morning and afternoon sewing. I finished it today while Maren napped. So pleased with how it turned out!

Madeleine likes to call herself my "sewing assistant". I love that she wants to be with me while I sew.  She helps me by putting pins back in the pin cushion and throwing away scraps. Last week she asked how to use the sewing machine. I was hesitant at first but found it too hard to deny her enthusiasm. Sure enough, she followed every step perfectly. She likes to try out different stitches and sewing seams on scrap fabric. She's made skirts for her stuffed animals Fulu and Rainba. She can't reach the pedal while sitting so she stands. :) She's fighting a tummy bug today but, of course, was in good spirits and not too tired to play.