Wood burning project

This is my second wood burning project, completed on a beautiful charcuterie board. I originally planned to give it as a gift, but once I saw the final result, I fell completely in love with it and decided to keep it for myself!

I’m proud of how this one turned out, and it’s inspired me to keep exploring more techniques and materials. Who knows, maybe the next one will actually make it into someone else’s hands!

If you're thinking of trying wood burning yourself, I highly recommend it. All you need is a basic woodburning tool, some practice pieces, and plenty of patience.

A baby quilt crafted with love

This January we welcomed our little one with lots of happiness and excitement. I ventured into the art of crochet for my elder daughter. I made her a welcome blanket, cap and a headband. Even though making them were wonderful memories, I barely got to use them for her. She outgrew them very soon(why do kids really grow up fast!!!!). 

This time I decided to try something new and that I could actually use as she grows. Not just one, I managed to sew two baby quilts. One for our little one and another as a gift for a friend who was also expecting her second child. After reading and watching tons of blogs and videos, I did it!! I also fell in love with the process of quilting. 

Simplicity is key. As a beginner in quilting I decided to keep the quilt design simple. I used only basic squares here for both the quilts. Also I decided to add a personal touch by incorporating some embroidery on the quilt I made for my friend.

Crafting a baby quilt is a expression of love, care, and creativity that will keep your baby warm and snug while becoming a cherished keepsake as they grow. Whether you're a seasoned quilter or a first-timer, the process of making a baby quilt is a labor of love that's sure to be treasured for generations to come. So, pick up your fabrics, thread your needle, and start creating a quilt that will cradle your baby in comfort and love. Happy quilting!

Aari blouse embroidery - 5

Aari design pattern reference from Pinterest. 

Sewing kids summer dress - Reuse/Repurpose

It was the beginning period of the pandemic. While most of us lived in fear, many of us started exploring our childhood talents and dusting up our skills.

I was no exception. I did the same trying my hands on gardening, composting, discovering new form of arts, new recipes and getting to know my sewing machine. I still am trying to learn a lot of new things everyday. 

In this post I am sharing one such project that I worked on during April 2020. I repurposed my old pajama tops to a summer dress for my daughter. 

Oh! The satisfaction and happiness of reusing old clothes and chosing to be sustainable is something different. Hope this post inspires somebody to try something new. 

Aari Embroidery - 4

Aari Embroidery - 3

Aari embroidery - 2

Aari embroidery - 1