Ever since spotting one over on Joon's blog a while back (I don't know the exact post...) I've been dreaming of burlap table runners. Complete with ruffles.
Then, I started wedding planning and immediately knew I wanted to incorporate burlap. I love the look of burlap layered on top of navy tablecloths.
So, I've decided to go with navy blue tablecloths topped with burlap runners (with ruffles!) for the guest tables. My mom and I started experimenting with burlap runners this weekend. My mom and I took off and starting sewing and gathering away. I sat right by her side and watched. I've never really used a sewing machine, though I've always wanted to learn. While my mom was at work today I decided I'd do just that. I broke out her hundred year old manual and got to figuring it out. After a couple hours and youtube tutorials later {this blog was key in my success} I came out with this little guy:
Not too shabby, right? It's definitely rough- but also my first real sewing attempt. My mom was pretty much in disbelief when she came home. And, I officially love sewing! My mom offered to let me take her sewing machine home with me for a while. As much as I'd like to I know it would just be a distraction for me right now. I will be taking her up on her offer post completion of residency, NBCOT prep/exam, and graduation, however.
Hers definitely turned out better:
And our cute little baby-momma set (we're a little silly...):
I cannot wait to sew more in the future!
