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| So patchworky! |
Well, I've been really modernizing around the house. First a new sewing machine, and now a new computer. I got the new macbook, which is super cool, and it's nice and light. Only 2 lbs! I can carry it in my purse too, which is great. I just wanted to make sure that I don't scratch it all up, so I decided to make it an improv patchwork case.
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| All the pieces. |
I will admit, I'm totally smitten with it. The majority of the patchwork is done using newer Cotton + Steel prints, and I love them so much. I got some from the Black and White collection, and then there's the Moon Cat from Spellbound, Horseback from Honeymoon, and Mystery Food from Tokyo Train Ride. I added in some dots that I can't find the provenance on, and my very favorite print (and carefully hoarded!) Hananonaka by Yuma.
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| Back. I love those little bunnies! And the drippy trees! |
The back is some Trainride from Tokyo Train Ride in a cotton/linen blend. I like how the texture is a bit different. I quilted in a square grid pattern. I basically eyeballed it, aiming for a slightly imperfect grid, but one that isn't totally wonky. Quilting on the Juki is amazing, so much better than on my old machine, and really makes me feel good about purchasing it.
I added in a label and a metal zipper. My first attempt was too small to fit the computer in, so I ended up finishing the zipper as though this was an 'open wide pouch' by Noodlehead. Now my computer fits in just like a glove. Of course I added a little leather for a zipper pull. Gotta make it as luxurious as possible!
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| Zipper, ends with one of my favorites from Doe by Carolyn Friedlander. |
I might need to make a pouch for my power cord and adapter. So many things to make, not enough time!
Linking up with Crazy Mom Quilts for Finish It Up Friday!
What a super stylish way to protect your computer! It looks great, and it is always awesome to be able to use fabrics you love for projects for yourself. :)
ReplyDeleteI'm current making a dozen of these for our school fete, they are really fun to make. Love all the luscious cotton + steel you've used and it's great to hear that you are loving your Juki. I had (and still have) the same feeling when I first started quilting on my new machine ... bliss!
ReplyDeleteReally like the idea of making one for the power cord and adapter - why didn't I think of that before?
ReplyDeleteReally really like this! I like how the two sides have different feels to them too. (but then I always like what you do!)
ReplyDeleteOh, I love this! Super cute and functional. What a great idea to use the Noodlehead open wide zipper finish. Might have to try that on a computer case of my own!
ReplyDeleteI've never made a zipper case or pouch, but they are on list of things I want to sew. I have some C & S fabric that would look great in one. Thanks for the link to the Noodlehead tutorial.
ReplyDeleteNothing is like going to school in style :). The new case looks great, might have to make a new one for my iPad. I think Cotton + Steele was a wise choice.
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