12.15.2009

cute last-minute gift idea...

when i saw this tutorial for a cloth memory game, i knew i had to make it. thankfully, i had a really good reason--i just can't say who. (you know those internet-savvy kiddos these days...always reading the crafty blogs.).

take a peek:




though SUPER cute, i opted not to use the printed backing provided by the original tutorial. i didn't have printable fabric and didn't really want to make the trip to joann's to get some. instead, i used vintage ticking fabric that i had on hand from a trip to the antique fair as a backing. i also whipped up a cute little bag to store the pieces in. lucy loves the set--though she's a bit young for the actual "memory" part, she kept herself entertained finding "same match." too cute.

i hope the recipient enjoys the gift just as much!

3 comments:

Julie said...

that is so cute! i love it. i have so many little kids in the family, plus my own, that i want to sew gifts for and this project is perfect. thanks for sharing!

C and M said...

Oh my goodness, I LOVE this! What a great idea.

Stasi said...

Well now I feel all the stupider for getting my niece a Mickey Mouse Memory game, when I'll bet there's even Disney fabric out there...oh well, at least it was from freecycle!