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Friday

Project: One Bed for Three (Part 4)

Today I began making the bed linens. Firstly I wanted to make some fitted sheets and pillows and began by selecting a pretty lightweight cotton.


After cutting my pieces to size, I made the pillow cases. Then rather than making the fitted sheet like one would for a real bed, I simply drew around a glass to curve the corners. 


I turned over approximately 1cm around the outside and ironed it down, before stitching it to make a casing for the elastic. Then I inserted 5mm elastic and pulled it up so it fitted nicely over the mattress.


I tossed up the idea of making flat sheets with blankets or duvets. I settled on the duvets.


This photo was taken before I added the decals, so you'll deduce I didn't do everything in the order as posted. Also, thanks again to Jodi, I shall be using Tacky Wax to hold the duvets in position when I take my next lot of photos.
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4 comments:

  1. Jodi Hippler21 October

    The bedding came out so adorably, Sandi! I love how your fitted sheets look so real! I have major sewing envy! 💚 Just look at your perfect seams! Dreamy! 😍 I also love both fabrics you chose for the duvets - they remind me of Penny Morrison who I love madly. The bunkbeds are not only absolutely perfect for the girls, they are inspirational! I think you may have just started a trend with these! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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    1. Xanadu21 October

      I'm reasonably happy with them Jodi and I thank you for your comments, but honestly they probably look better in the photos than they actually are . . . I sewed them by hand. 🤨 I have had that fabric sitting in my stash for so long I have no idea who it's by, but it definitely not one of hers. It could be a Tilda or a Penny Rose, I know I bought a lot of those, wherever it came from, it worked out just right for the kids room. 😁

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  2. Chiriann28 October

    It turned out perfectly! It must be bliss to sleep in such a beautiful bed!

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    1. Xanadu28 October

      Thank you so much Chiriann, but it's far from perfect I assure you. However, I am happy with it for now. When I get time I'll remake the duvets the way Jodi did hers, then I'll be able tuck the ends in. 😘

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