Don’t you just love making a gift when you know the recipient is just gonna love it!
One of my besties partner lives in America but is over this week for a visit. They went to London on Tuesday for a couple of nights – it was David’s first time there and he LOVED it!
David (left) & Martin
David loves englishy things including a nice cup of tea, so I thought I’d make him a tea cosy. Inspired by Sewchet’s tea cosy tutorial I cut out a London bus from some fabric in my stash and followed her instructions.
On the back I added this writing (cos I can! and couldn’t before!):
Here it is close up:
I’m thinking now I should maybe have turned the iron on and actually used it whilst making this, but it’s too late now!
Here’s the inside……
Not sure where this fabric originated from, it’s a lovely soft cotton lawn. I think it goes perfect with the englishy theme, without being too girly!
On one of Martin’s first trips to America I made him a toiletries bag to take with him, and it had an American theme. I did blog about it here. It was one of my first posts when all this blogging business was quite new!
Do you make many gifts? I love making them but sometimes struggling parting with them!
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This is so cute! I love the bus motif and it really ‘pops’ against the blue. I would struggle to part with this project too. 😉
Thanks! Luckily I’ve plenty more – think I’ll be making myself one very soon!
So special that it’s personalised. That writing made sure you didn’t keep it for yourself!
lol, I did think that after it had gone on…!
What a great job! The colours are great on this. You’ll have to think of a more Northern theme for yours…n;-)
Thanks! Maybe a Leeds United one! 😀
What a great idea, such a thoughtful memento! I have the opposite problem – I couldn’t possibly find room for everything I make so that makes it easier to give them away. I always try to make presents if I can as I think it shows more effort. Thanks for the link back!
You’re welcome!
I feel i should make of list of occasions I need gifts for this year and be more organised. I do far too much selfish sewing but I love making pressies, it’s choosing what to make that’s I find hard. 😀
What a a lovely & thoughtful prezzie for M!
Well done you, for conception & parting with such a great item!
Must now check out that tutorial, as I don’t have such pretty cozies for my “little” pots…
xx
PD? Did you make them Yorkshire pud? Do tell all, when you’ve time!
Thanks Del! They’re coming round tonight for dinner but I’m not sure if I’m cooking or if we’re going to get a chinky. 😀
Whether it’s home-cooked or take away, know you’ll all have fun!
aww, that looks great, lucky man
After he asked what it was he felt lucky! He’d never heard of a tea cosy 😀
Terrific tea cosy!
I sew for others – but only those who will appreciate the item & the effort involved.
Thanks! I know what you mean, nothing worse than an ‘aw thanks’ as they put it aside and move on. 😀
Haha, I am so glad you modelled your tea cozy! So often sewists are shy to wear what they make for the Internet! (Just kidding!). I must admit, I am terrible, 99% of the sewing I do is for me. I really should try to be more giving! 😄. Good job on the tea cozy. It is such an appropriate gift!
Thanks Linda!
The tea cosy matches the apron I made for my son, I should have worn that too! would look a right Bobby dazzler, lol 😀
I remember reading about the toilet bag blog post! Love the tea cosy. Bet they were so pleased with it! Are you making any ️hat wear for the meet up!?!
Now there’s an idea! Just in case no one recognises me, lol 😀
Btw I am def coming ! Amanda from Sew Deputy!
Ace! Can I add you to the list?! 🎉😀🎊
Yes, as long as no mention of The Dark Side!! Lol
Haha!!
I make to gift whenever i can. Can’t bare to part with the money for most of the expensive c##p you find in the shops! Love the tea cosy!
I like looking at the overpriced things for ideas but can’t buy it either!
Congratulations on your write up in the Love Sewing mag – as I turned the page I thought now there’s a familiar face! Well done, it looks fab 😀
PS thanks for re blogging the meet up post.
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Super cute and such a nice multi-use item. hehe. You are a great gift-maker!
Thanks Jen 😃