Whether
therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory
of God.--1 Corinthians 10:31
Make Your Own . . .
Triangle or "D" shaped Scarves: Triangle Scarf: These are simplicity
itself to create. If you can sew a straight seam on a sewing
machine, you can whip up half a dozen in less than an hour. The
easiest way to make a triangle scarf is to get a yard of fabric, and
trim it so that it is 36" square. Fold the fabric into a
triangle, and cut down the fold. You now have two identical
triangles of fabric. Make a narrow hem on each of the three
corners of one of the triangles, and you have a perfect scarf. "D" Shaped
Scarf:
Take the other triangle and fold it in half down the center.
The portion of the scarf which would hang down your back in a point
can be rounded off turning your triangle into a rounded "D"
shape. This is more feminine and conservative looking than the
plain triangle. Hem the edges the way you did for the triangle
scarf. Add a bit of narrow lace to the curve of the
"D" if you like. This type of scarf is very nice for
formal occasions like church. To hide the clips: I sew little felt
pockets on the underside of my scarves to hide the clips that I use
to secure the scarf to my hair. I use a straight stitch and
matching thread. The felt won't be seen from the outside, so it
can be any color really, although I try to match the felt to the
scarf color as closely as I can with the scraps I have in a felt
bag. Once the scarf is on your head, the stitching is
invisible. The scarf seems more attractive to me with the clips
hidden underneath than it does with the clips showing on the outside.
Bun Covers:
You will need a lace crocheted doily to make the bun
cover. If you don't crochet yourself you can purchase these
ready made at Walmart. They are usually found among the
tablecloths. If your bun is very big you will need a 10 inch
doily. If you bun is simply large, an 8 inch doily will
suffice. For fine, or medium length hair, there are 6"
doilies available. Usually white and cream colored are the only
two choices. These can be dyed if you really need another
color. Otherwise, get about a yard of matching ribbon.
Thread the ribbon through the outer crochet holes, close to the edge
of the doily. Weave the ribbon in and out of the holes all the
way around. I use a safety pin attached to one end of the
ribbon to make it easier to poke the ribbon in and out of the crochet
holes. When the ribbon is threaded all the way around, gather
it up. Slip it over your bun, and tie it in a pretty bow.
There, you re done.
Flannel Half Slips:
You will need two yards of 45" wide fabric for a
full (sweeping) half slip. Cut your fabric into two rectangles,
36" by 45" each. Sew the rectangles together, right
sides facing, on the two 36" sides. I leave the selvedges
in place and let them be the seam finishes. Turn down one
45" (now about 90") edge to form a casing big enough for a
piece of elastic. Insert elastic the measurement of your waist, plus
an inch for seams. Stitch, or pin the elastic together, and try
the petticoat on to make sure it fits around the waist. See if
the length is good. Shorten if necessary. Hem the bottom of the
petticoat as you see fit. I fold the fabric down about 1/4"
and then again about 1/2" and straight stitch it into
place. I usually sew a nice piece of lace to the bottom of the
petticoat using a zig zag stitch. I like wide lace, about an
inch, or two in width. This type of slip is perfect for an
extra layer of warmth under jumpers and loose fitting skirts and
dresses in the winter time. For more warmth, use a quilted
fabric, or wear two petticoats at once.
Bloomers:
You will need a simple commercial shorts pattern with
an elastic waist, which fits you sort of loosely about the rear end
and thighs. It is important that the pattern be large enough
about these areas so that they won't end up restricting your movement
as you chase wandering toddlers, into oncoming traffic, and wrestle
large dogs into the van on Vet Day. This pattern can be used to
make comfy flannel shorts, or feminine old fashioned bloomers, both
of which can take the place of underwear if you feel so called.
Cut out the flannel fabric as directed to in the pattern. Make
sure the length of the shorts is what you want. Lengthen or
shorten them as you desire. Follow the directions for the leg seams,
side seams, crotch seams and elastic waist. When it comes time
to hem them, make a casing for elastic instead of an actual hem.
I do this by folding over the fabric twice, leaving room to thread
in 1/4" wide elastic. Measure the elastic around the
portion of your body the hem will touch. Make it a bit bigger
than you think you should for movement. Thread the elastic
through the casing. Sew the elastic ends together, and stitch
the casing closed. There you have Bloomers. They can be
worn under dresses in the cold weather, to keep your innards warm and
toasty. You don't really have to put elastic on the bottoms of
the bloomers, but it is sort of ruffly and pretty and keeps in the
heat a bit better. I like a bit of lace sewed down to the
bottom edge of the bloomers before I thread the elastic through, but
this is personal matter. I prefer my bloomers and shorts to
have an inseam about the same as Capri pants. Use your own
judgement one way or the other.
And above
all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall
cover the multitude of sins. Use hospitality one to another
without grudging. As every man hath received the gift, even so
minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold
grace of God.--1 Peter 4:8-10
