Hello there, friends! I’m so excited to be a part of the Just for You Sewlebrity Book Tour & Sewalong this month! I met Caroline of Sew Can She & Sarah of Blue Susan Makes at Quilt Market last fall when they were releasing their book, Just for You, and I instantly fell in love with it, and them!
The book features 24 selfish sewing projects for you to indulge in throughout the year. Garments, bags, aprons, scarves, belts, jewelry and more – all completely adorable. Though I’d say the projects range a bit in difficulty, there are amazing photographs and instructions that make every project doable for any sewist. Not only do you need a copy for yourself, but it’s perfect to give as a gift or a swap extra. AND I’m giving away a copy (giveaway closed, thanks to all who entered)! Read on, friends…
I made the Top Stitched Belt from the August chapter of the book, which was such a perfect fit for me because I love accessories and I love wearing belts with dresses! This project was really quick and easy to sew up, and the versatility is endless. I had the D-rings and rectangle rings on hand but I’ve seen them available at craft stores, hardware stores and even Walmart. You can use a variety of hardware options from metal to plastic (shower curtain rings?! maybe!).
I made two versions (and it was hard to stop myself there). The first I made out of Robert Kaufman Rustica Chambray which I’m totally obsessed with. Everything goes with denim, right? I have so many bold, patterned dresses that I knew it would be perfect with all of them (here I’m wearing a sleeveless version of the Washi Dress by Made By Rae).
I really love the top stitching on this belt. I hoard collect a million colors of thread just for projects like these! I had to go with yellow on the denim, because it’s my favorite color and it also goes with everything. Did you ever notice how stitching on jeans is usually yellow?
The second belt I made out of the new line Lucky Strikes by Kim Kight for Cotton + Steel. This floral has been calling to me since I first saw. I used a purple top stitch on this one and I love how it can be worn with jeans or a dress.
The pattern gives you directions to easily figure out measurements based on your hardware and the length you want your belt. When using O-rings, you add 1/4″ to the width, but since my rings had flat edges, I used the exact measurement of the opening and did not add any extra, which worked out perfectly.
I really hope you check out this book, I guarantee you’ll love it! You can check out more projects from the book tour and sewalong on Sew Can She and under the hashtag #justforyoubook.
Now I get to give away a copy! US residents will receive a hard copy and international friends will receive an e-book. Simply leave a comment below and I’ll pick a winner next Monday morning. Now go do some selfish sewing just for you!
lillyella 
I see some great things in this book so hope I win a copy.
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I love these- especially the floral! Such a simple way to really add something interesting. I’ve never really been a belt person, but these look like fun!
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Love the belts! Beautiful with dresses or jeans.
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Love these belts! I can’t wait to make a bunch of them 😀 Gotta add this book into my sewing library…
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This looks like something I could do!! Thanks, Kathy
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I love the belt! Thanks for the great giveaway!
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Love your washi! Im making my first right now! Thank you for the giveaway!
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Love your washi! I am making my first right now! Thank you for the giveaway!
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This book has so many cute projects in it. I would love to win a copy! I think belts would be my first project.
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Cute..cute..cute!!!
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This book looks “sew” fun! So many great projects to try!
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love, love, love the belts! The book looks awesome too!
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I love these! I especially love that they’re easy and they can be finished quickly with stuff I probably already have in my stash. I’ll definitely check out this book.
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The belts are gorgeous. Thanks for the chance to win the book. It looks great.
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I love the belts soo much
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I love the belts, especially that you can size them to fit what ever size you might be that week/day/hour!!! Ha Ha!!
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Selfish sewing? What’s that? 🙂 Just when I get near the bottom of my sewing orders, another one or two pop in and I can never find the time to sew for myself! Maybe I should stop answering the phone. I’ve seen this book advertised and there are many projects I’d love to add to my list!
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these are waaay too cute! LOVE them!
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Definitely need this book (if I don’t win a copy – fingers crossed!). I’ve been looking all this week for a belt making tutorial for a dress I have in mind without any luck. Then this pops up in my email! It’s like kismet! I see fabulous Christmas gifts to be made in addition to all the fabulous selfish sewing. Thank you for the opportunity!
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It’s your lucky day, Rachelle, you are the giveaway winner! Please email me with your address, nicole@lillyella.com. Thank you so much for visiting and for entering!
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I absolutely love the belts! They are gorgeous!
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Love the belts, but love that fabric in the dress with the denim belt even more…Most of all, I’d love to win a copy of the book. The more I see projects made up from the book, the more I’ve got to have it.
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Cute fabric choices!
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So cute! And I love that’s it’s one of those almost instant gratification projects too! 🙂 Thanks for the chance!
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Lovely projects! Thanks and God bless! ILuvTheEucharist @ aol.com
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What a cute belt! Sometimes I feel like sewing can be intimidating, especially clothing. A book like this makes it approachable. Thanks for the offer! -Lauren
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Have seen some really cute projects from this book and I would definitely love to win a copy.
Then to find time to sew for ME what a luxury that would be!
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It great seeing your belts in different fabrics, especially the floral. am making the belt this month with some fall colored (rust and brown with gold topstitching) cordoury.
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there have been sew many cute projects posted from the book, would love to own it to be able to join in
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Life situations have pushed me away from sewing. The “selfish” sewing caught my eye as most of the sewing in my life has been out of need not pleasure. Lately I’ve been drawn to return to the sewing I love and these fun items would be a great way to begin a new part of my journey.
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This book would be a great resource to use for myself and for helping my daughter learn to sew.
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Thank you to all who entered the book giveaway, Rachelle is the winner!
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