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Baby bedding set consists of 2 bolster cases,
2 pillow cases and a duvet cover. |
My friend requested me to sew a bedding set for her newborn son to be used for his 'cukur jambul' ceremony . I was reluctant at first given my long-term conflict with deadlines. But I did it anyway although I missed the deadline. She said, it's okay, just go ahead.
Her idea was a simple bedding from a white fabric. Afraid all white would be too plain, I was looking for cotton with subtle embroidered patterns but couldn't find any. So I ended up with this instead - a high quality cotton, very soft (perfect for a baby). It has subtle lines (quite masculine I think). I've seen this material being used for bedding in hotels. It's quite pricey - about RM30 per meter. I only bought a meter since the width is wide.
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| On the design board |
It took me a while to figure out the design. It should be a little decorative (but not too girly for a boy). The masculine lines needed to be soften a little otherwise it would be too 'grown up' for a baby. So I went with ruffles and crochets. The crochet patterns were cut from an old, torn table cloth from my fabric stash.
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| The lines are visible here |
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| Experimenting with the pillow cases |
Reflecting on the learning curve - these are my first tries with crochet and button holes (used for the duvet cover). And the most memorable part is - it's my first (paid) client!
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| All set and ready to go. |
To my 'client' Ana - it's an amateur's job. I hope mommy and son like it. I'll accept whatever you pay me :)
