I sorted through a lot of pieced units in my 'parts' bin looking for more to use for journal covers. I cut a bunch of the fusible fleece into the size I need too.
This is the next candidate I will work on. It needs 2 end pieces which will be the inside flaps.
I cut a piece of suede fabric, an ultrasuede look alike, to mount my 'too small' cover on. I realized after I got it all sewn on and the notebook slipped in that all I would have needed is suede strips at the top and bottom, not a complete lining. It does have a lot of body though and I like the way it feels. Real ultrasuede is anywhere from $42 to $56 a yard. I have a lot of it but I also have a few of the imitations. If I am going to sell any of these journals the real thing would make them too expensive if I do full linings. More to contemplate......
I also worked on the pillowcase kits for our church sewing circle for Monday. It takes a long time to wash and iron all of the fabric, cut it and then coordinate the 3 pieces that make the pillowcase. I also press the narrow band in half for each and baste it to one edge of the cuff. Now we will see if the weather cooperates so that I can even get there. We had rain most of the day yesterday with a little sleet thrown in for fun. Then comes the snow...........
