Thanks again for all your well wishes, everyone. I'm starting to feel better, and now the trick is to not overdo it and get sick again, right? :-)
Sweet Pea and I had a nice trip to Florida, although she came down with pneumonia while we were there, so that was a downer. And Papa Pea came down with bronchitis. I don't know what we got into, but it was bad! We are all on antibiotics and on the mend.
I tried to get in a Really Random Thursday post yesterday, but our Internet was being funky, so.....
While I was sick, I did do a little bit of sewing. But I tell you, the projects had to be small, easy, and not require too much concentration. I was so tired and couldn't really focus too well.
I did do some Internet shopping, though during that time. (Internet shopping is way too easy!) I bought a pattern from Amy for a cute Celebrate mug rug. You have to see it. Very fun.
Well, she is the sweetest thing and also sent me her e-reader cover pattern as a get well gift. How sweet! I almost cried! She said, "No strings attached! I just want you to enjoy it!" Wow.
I told her I have been needing a case for my new Paperwhite Kindle, and I was going to make one for my trip to Florida. So, it was perfect timing.
Here it is! I am so happy with it! I just love it. The pattern is super easy to follow and creates a really nice, sleek cover that is not too bulky. There is a pocket in front (where you see the deer fabric), and some nice padding for your e-reader.
Her pattern allows you to measure your e-reader, enter the measurements on a table she created, and figure out how big to cut things for any size of e-reader. Awesome! I love this so much, I'm going to make some covers for new tablets we just got for my resarch lab at work. I can't wait to show you the fabrics I got for that!
I put this fun lining on the inside. I love doing that so that you get a nice surprise when you look inside.
Amy's instructions include how to make a covered button for your e-reader, which I really liked. But I had these vintage buttons in my stash that I've been dying to use on something. This seemed to be the perfect project and fabric. You use an elastic to close it with. In my stash of hair elastics, I didn't have one I liked for this. I had to go raid Sweet Pea's drawer of hair ties. LOL. I had to use a fat one to get the right color. But I quite like it!
Here is the back. I used this steel Essex linen I got from Marmalade a while back. This is the first time I have used Essex linen, and OMO, I love it! It is nice and thick. It has a very nice hand to it. I wish I had used this on my Urban Nine Patch project. The linen I used on that was very lightweight and flimsy. I am now hoping it will turn out okay. I am totally hooked on this linen, though! Can't wait to work with it more.
The fabric on the front is Folk Tale from Cinderberry Stitches. I absolutely adore it. I had picked up a fat quarter of a few of the prints a while ago. I was glad to use it out of my stash. But then I decided I loved it so much, I had to have more. I am very bad.
I highly recommend this pattern. The instructions are clear and concise. It is fun to make and doesn't require too much concentration. I would say this is an easy, beginner project. I hope you have fun with it, too.
Thank you so much, Amy, for the wonderful pick-me-up while I was sick. It meant so much to me. And Tammy of Marmalade, thank you for your generosity and patience with me!
I'll try to get back to blogging more regularly, but I start my new position on Monday. Things are likely to be spotty for a while. Hang in there with me. I have so many blog posts to catch up on! I am stockpiling photos! LOL.
Have a great weekend!
Until next time,
Full disclosure: Amy gave me this pattern, but she did not ask for a review of it in return. I just decided to do one, because I like the pattern so much. Tammy at Marmalade provided some of this linen to me at no charge as one of my awesome sponsors. She also asked for nothing in return. And by the way, her customer service is AWESOME!
How cute! I may have to get that pattern. My daughter said she just got me an iPad, so it may need a case!
Posted by: Shelly Pagliai | June 28, 2013 at 01:39 PM
You all have had quite the time of it!! Hopefully that's your turn....for the whole year!!!!! (or more!???) I love the look of the linen. Turned out so charming. Internet shopping is the best (next to the 'real' thing with friends, which I hope comes up in the future, hmmmmm?????). Hugs and blessings to you, dear bloggy friend.....
Posted by: Treadlemusic.wordpress.com | June 28, 2013 at 02:03 PM
Oh no! I'm so sorry to hear that your baby pea got pneumonia too. Boo. Hiss. Glad everyone is on the mend now though.
Love that e-reader cover. Your fabrics and button are just perfect. I need to look into that linen -- been meaning to do that for awhile now!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | June 28, 2013 at 02:56 PM
I am just blushing and grinning as I read this post. So glad the well wishes eventually worked and that you enjoyed your treat! You made this pattern look so charming! {Good luck in your new position, too.}
Posted by: Amy DeCesare | June 28, 2013 at 10:07 PM
Cute little cover for your kindle. Those fabrics are so adorable. You always recommend such great patterns that are new to me.
Posted by: Terri | June 28, 2013 at 10:56 PM
Darling! I love the button. It picks up the red in the print.
Posted by: Lynn | June 28, 2013 at 11:11 PM
I love the fabric you chose for the front of your cover - adorable. The case looks so neat professional of course. Nice work Stephanie!
Posted by: Mary on Lake Pulaski | June 28, 2013 at 11:33 PM
Glad to hear you are feeling better, but you are right not to over-do. Love your reader cover. I have always wanted to work with linen. You'll have to tell me more about that...washing, ironing, etc. I love the looks of it and your front is so darn cute! Great job! Take care and get all better so we can see you soon!
Posted by: caroll | June 29, 2013 at 07:43 AM
Your family's little bout with sickness sounds like what was going on in my house! Goodness! I'm glad you're better, and I absolutely love that e-reader cover and the fabric that you used! Can't wait to see what fabric you use for your research lab covers :)
Posted by: Lisa Lisa | June 29, 2013 at 12:05 PM
Give your family a big hug from me! You poor things!!! And I have to tell you...you've included three of my favorite things in your post...Cinderberry Stitches, Essex cotton/linen and Amy! Your e-reader cover is to die for! I love it!!!! Don't worry about posting a lot until you & yours feel 100%. We know you're still here! xoxooo
Posted by: Cindy | June 30, 2013 at 06:57 AM
Loving this cover! Glad you were able to get some sewing in while recovering!
Posted by: Maggie Szafranski | June 30, 2013 at 08:57 AM
That is so cool that you can measure your e-reader and adjust the size to cut. I love the fabric-I have a soft spot for woodland creature related fabric and this one has the woodland with whimsy. So cute!
Posted by: Melissa | July 01, 2013 at 12:08 AM
That is super cute and it's amazing how there was a hair elastic that matched the fabric so well.
Posted by: Deb | July 03, 2013 at 02:46 PM
This is so cute! The vintage button is the the icing on the cake!!
Posted by: Carla | July 10, 2013 at 10:00 AM