I called in sick today. Not sure what it is but I’m feeling terrible. The boys had stomach virus during the weekend, followed by DH. I caught something too but am not sure what it is. I’m going to the doctor to find out later today.

Anyway, what to do when you’re so sick that you can’t function? Sewing, of course.

We have these hideous pillows that came with the fabric couch. They get very dirty and of course I’ve always been oblivious to dust/dirt/mess. They weren’t so bad when they were new but are now splattered (literally) with evidence of multiple kids (including and not limited to chocolate milk, apple juice, ketchup, chocolate ice cream, which could be from DH). Even I can see those stains!

I took the cover of one pillow apart and created a pattern. I used a cotton muslin (from Joann’s remnant rack) to create a plain cover and then used Ikea fabric (I think it was about $6-$8 a yard) to make the removable cover. One down, two more to go, but I need to get more cotton muslin first. I’m sure it will take months to finish this project…

Looking at the brand new pillow, my mother suggested that I should get this bright fabric for the slipcover. I should have when they still had this at Ikea.

I’m naturally drawn to blue, and combinations of bright colors.

Back of the cover. Too lazy to put in a zipper. It wasn’t so bad. I should have done this earlier.

Then I was discussing with my mother whether I should make some skirts with attached diaper covers for R and we decided that a diaper cover doesn’t cover enough when R goes to the park and climb all over the place. Then I decided to make a pair of capris for her. I copied a pair she has now and make these a little bit bigger. The fabric is a very soft Baby Lulu ribbed knit leftover from the play dress I made earlier. The capris came out a little bit longer than I would like. Ideally they should hit right below the knees. These are a bit lower. Maybe I’ll make some that are shorter.

This was my first attempt at rolled hem (done for the ruffles). It came out ok, but doesn’t look quite like what I see from store bought items. The stitches don’t seem to be close enough. Not sure what I was doing wrong since I was following the instructions that came with the serger.