Poncho!

I made this little girl's poncho for no one in particular.  I might list it on Etsy.  The shape of the sweater it was previously just seemed so perfect for a poncho (I really need to start taking before pictures!), so I just cut the top off in a circular pattern.  I stitched the bottom with a zigzag just to be safe since the sweater was a wool blend.  I made the little flowers out of scraps from other sweater projects and buttons that were in an old box of buttons I got from my mom years ago!

Today, I had a few moments to pop in to the Goodwill, and I found another sweater like this one but yellow.  Looks like I'll be making another poncho soon!  I also picked up some things to make a dress for my daughter for a Christmas party.  Look for it soon!

Doggie Poncho



Doggie Poncho

 This wool sweater had seen better days, but after I felted it in the washing machine and dryer, it looked much better.  Because of the design and the neckline, I thought it would make an excellent poncho for a dog.  Since it is 100% wool, there was no reason for any machine stitching.  I cut the neckline out in a circular pattern.  I then cut through the radius of the circle to the neckline.  I added a cute, decorative button and cut a button hole.  How perfect!