Sew & Tell Friday: A Case for Smiles

Just when I've finally seen all of last week's Sew & Tell posts, it's time for another round. I can't get over how fast the weeks fly by, yet I did get in some sewing, somehow...

My friend, Connie, recently told our quilting group about a charity I'd never heard of before, and challenged us to support the cause by making a couple of pillowcases. The organization is called ConKerr Cancer. Their mission: "A Case for Smiles - Helping children feel special while battling life changing illnesses."

"I could manage a couple of pillowcases," I thought...

But I tell ya what, these things are addicting, not to mention a great stash-buster! I had a blast matching up fabrics from my stash, then couldn't resist a little embellishing with all those ribbon trims I mentioned in my last post. I ended up with enough for five pillowcases and had them all sewn together in no time. I'll definitely be watching those remnant bins now for cute kid's prints to make more of these:


I used the "Hot Dog" method (instructions for which can be downloaded here at the site) and French seams for no raw edges , but you can also sew a simple 1/2" seam and zig-zag or serge the raw edges. Either way, it's a quick and easy way to brighten a child's day. Gotta love that! ;o)

Now I'm off to Amylouwho's to see what everyone else has done this week...