Pussy Cats and Bunny Baby Vest and Bib!

In between making First Holy Communion dresses and mantillas, I've been having fun with the embroidery machine, making another tea cosy for a lady who likes cats, and a bib and vest for a new baby named Benjamin.  His mother is Spanish, so has not quite worked out the connection between his name and bunnies, but I am sure there is a translation of Beatrix Potter's story into Spanish so I shall attempt to find it for her.

Anyone for a Cuppa?

I have really enjoyed making gifts this last year, combining the embroidering & applique skills of my machine with practical objects such as tea cosies. Here are some examples made for family members

Christmas cosy

Epiphany birthday cosy for a niece

I like to make them different on either side, just for fun!

Birthday cosy for a mother hen with a large brood!

Wedding cosy for a newly married couple (the bride arrived at the Church in a VW van!)

Another Christmas gift.

Nice and jolly, to brighten up the winter kitchen.

And a Christmas bag for a little niece!