Rocket to Dreamland

This is my first project made using a pattern. (Another project from my One Yard Wonders book.) It took quite a bit of time, as you need to cut out the pattern, pin it all to the fabric and then cut out the pieces. And assembling the thing gave me headaches with every step, but I'm very happy with the end result and totally see myself making another one for future gifts! This is a rocket pillow with a pocket in the front. Liam absolutely loves it...I'm so happy!!!!

Laying out the pattern:


I had to hand-stitch the flames, but it was nice to sit outside and get this step done while Liam played in the pool:


Flame sewn inside the base and the completed fins:


One completed side, the front panel with the pocket on it:


All three panels sewn together and the base connected. The base was the toughest part to sew on, as the fins and flame were all on the inside of the rocket as I was trying to feed it through my machine in a circle! Looks like quite the hot mess here:


Finished project, sitting in Nora's booster seat:


Proud new owner of the "Rocket with a Pocket":


Things I learned:
*How to read/pin/use a pattern.
*Pinning your project as you go definitely helps it turn out better.
*What "staystitch" means.
*Sewing ribbon is tough, as it is extra slippery.
*Giving something to a child who watched the project take shape is immensely satisfying!