The economy is in the crapper but I want to take this opportunity to make more crafts and gifts instead of just buying stuff from Target. I started doing research into sewing projects and came across a Bend the Rules sewing group in Flickr which was inspired by Amy Karol’s sewing book. I haven’t bought the book yet but in my quest to make more instead of buying more, I think this is a good place to start.

I haven’t touched a sewing machine in 10 years but I was inspired yesterday when I saw a friend’s baby wearing a cute sock monkey bib. I’m going to try that first. Sure, there are some curves in a bib, but it shouldn’t be too difficult. I looked online and found sock monkey fabric for $9.00/yard. I think it will pair well with heather brown backing or just solid brown fabric. If anyone finds it cheaper, let me know. Because if you didn’t get the message, I’m seriously pinching pennies these days.