I found this awesome tutorial while looking for ninja fabric for a present - my kids are pretty new to Lego but I hear Ninjago is a big deal!
The tutorial on Crazy Little Projects includes instructions for making a whole cover, but I just found some inexpensive pillowcases so all I had to do was applique. I have done a lot of machine applique and my tips are:
- Use iron-on adhesive to stick the pieces together before sewing (I use Heat n Bond Lite)
- Pin some tearaway stabilizing paper behind the design before sewing (like this)
- Sew a small zigzag stitch really slowly, stopping often to turn corners by lifting the foot while the needle is down. There is a great applique tutorial here
The result is a soft squishy ninja head, so cute!
I am very satisfied with this project - a one-night job with very small pieces of fabric.
Linking up with Creative Spaces, hosted by Kirsty.
So cool!
ReplyDeleteI can imagine your kids are thrilled with their pillow cases......great job.
ReplyDeleteA simple but effective project...
Claire :}
Ha! My son would love one of these ~ brilliant!
ReplyDeleteThese are so cool!!x
ReplyDeleteFabulous! A great present idea for boys, which I am always looking out for.
ReplyDeleteVery creative! Love how they turned out :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea! Hope you dont mind but I am totally stealing it to use!!!!
ReplyDeletewow, my 6 yr old saw this whilst i was browsing & he was quick to say 'mum, go back! can i get one'....thanks for the tutorials & tips too :) i know what i'll be giving as b'day pressies now :) cheers
ReplyDeleteWow, this is fantastic - looks like the real deal!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute and super clever. My three and a half year old also saw these and yelled out "LEGO!" :)
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