Snappy Recap: September

September is National Sewing Month. At the beginning of the month, I wanted to dedicate this month to some quality time with Lorainne. And quality time we did have, along with a few choice curse words. Did I get everything I wanted to sew done? Of course not, but considering this is really the first time I've dedicated a month to sewing, I'm proud of myself and my creations. Over the past few months, my sewing has improved. However, my first quilt is still a daunting task that continues to frighten me with all its layers!

 I made a needle case, not only to organize my several crochet needles but also to hold any current projects. It is so nice to be able to find all of my crochet needles in one place. In the past I had one in every purse, my car, top drawer of my dresser...ridiculous!

I made an iPod arm band for when I work out, because well I refuse to spend $30 on a device I made for $3. I did have to change out the elastic since mine ended up being too tight.

I refashioned a long-sleeve shirt into a cardigan. I've been debating weather or not adding buttons. For the time being, it is super comfy to wear this fall!

My favorite project this month was the owl pillow I made for my aunt Linnea's birthday! I love him and miss him dearly but am so glad he has found a happy place to reside. I have several owl pillows cut and pinned, and just need to be sewed. The new flock will be available soon on my Etsy shop!

This fun yoga mat carrier I created, makes going to yoga more enjoyable. Everything I need fits inside, including my wallet, keys, and phone, therefore no fumbling over multiple bags.

The circle skirt I recreated for myself, is so much fun, because you are never too old to twirl! And twirling I do!

I can't believe it will be October tomorrow! My first quilt still needs to be conquered! But smaller quilts will have to suffice in the mean time, 4 families on our block just had babies, along with 3 teachers I works with. Not to forget two of my best friend's sisters are pregnant!

These first couple of weeks of September are going to be related to baby projects! What homemade item do you wish you got as a gift for your newborn?

DIY: iPod Arm Band

It's Labor Day!! Which means, the unofficial  end of summer and the upcoming change of seasons. Labor Day also means barbeque with family, friends, and my favorite pups, and more importantly, the fact that I need to get my butt to the gym tomorrow after eating a slab of ribs tonight.

I usually just stick my iPod of the elliptical or in my sports bra, however both these methods are incredibly ineffective. I usually drop it a few times or the cord is constantly getting caught in the handlebars. I decided to make my own, however I wanted it wide enough that I could stick my license, debit card, and gym membership card in as well.

I started with two pieces of elastic measuring the circumference of my upper arm, 11.5 inches. I didn't add any length to the elastic because once sewn I want it to stay taut against my arm.

I sewed the two pieces of fabric together flat using a zig-zag stitch.

Next, I reinforced the arm band loop by hemming it on all sides. This piece measures 2 3/4 inches by 2 1/2 inches.

I sewed the arm band loop onto one side of the fabric that will serve as the pocket for the iPod. Before sewing, this piece measures 8 1/4 inches by 2 3/4 inches.

All sewn up!

Fold the fabric with the print facing inside and sew to create a pocket of the iPod.

Slide the elastic through the loop on the backside of the pocket.

Fold the elastic and sew into a loop.

Flatten and sew the elastic flaps down. I also added a snap at the top to secure my belongings.

My gym playlist:

• Girl Talk- All Day Album
•  Blue Scholars- Southside Revival
• Britney Spears- Me Against the Music
• Kanye West- All of the Lights
• Lupe Fiasco- The Show Goes on
• Cobra Starship- Good Girls Go Bad
• Drake
• 3oh!3 
• The Killers- Mr. Brightside
• Micheal Jackson- Billie Jean

What do you listen to when you workout?

Happy Fitness!

8G NANO PINK - Electronics (Google Affiliate Ad)