Waving the flags

Phew, hasn't it been hot today. I have ventured out but not for long, it felt like I was being baked in an oven. Best off indoors so I got on with a bit of sewing. On Monday I cut out all the pieces for a strip of bunting, 21 flags, 42 pieces, using mainly oddments of fabric which needed using up. Today I sewed them all together. 

If you want to have a go at this, here's what I did. I haven't made bunting before so I guessed the size of the flags. Each one has two pieces. I made a template out of a cereal box and used that to cut out the pieces. 

Then I decided to add some tassels, so I cut three pieces of multicoloured wool 8 inches long, for each one, tied a knot in the ends and added a bead.

Make a sandwich with the fabric, bottom piece right side up, tassels in the middle, another piece of fabric on top, right side down.

Machine two edges, trapping the tassels at the bottom point. You could use one tassel if you like, it would be easier.

Turn it the right way round and iron flat.

Then make as many as you like depending on how long you want your bunting. I have 21.

Luckily in my bit box I had a long length of turquoise ribbon. I folded it in half along the length and ironed it flat. The open top edge of the flags is sandwiched between the fold of the ribbon. Pin them in place, I left a one inch gap  between each one. Sew a very neat line making sure you go through all the layers. And there you have it. This will look nice in the summer house. I might make some more. 

Look what I've got. My friend has too many rucksacks and she asked if I want one. This will come in handy, it's a medium size, half way between a day sack and my big sack. This will be useful for a few days away. It's a good fit and lightweight, with lots of pockets. Perfect. I have got some very nice friends.

That's all for tonight folks. It's cooling down a bit now, I have to water up, and Rocky wants a walk. See you soon.
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