Just Because there is a PATTERN doesn't mean that we all are the same...

In life we tend to follow patterns. The pattern of our morning routine, the way we put our shoes and socks on (I am a both socks then both shoes kind of girl), the pattern of how we eat our corn on the cob (typewriter style, circle style or just all over the place) right down to following the patterns of our parents and grandparents; good or bad. I like patterns. I like that I know what to do to get to point A, but what I love most is that although I do things in a pattern I am always able to change it up! I am always thinking of ways to make this "pattern" of life better or more my style. Although life has a pattern it doesn't mean we all have to be the same. Be unique. Be you. Make the best pattern you can. This too applies to the patterns that we have been following in Home Economics.

I love watching these young girls come into their own, creating their own things all very different but everyone is following the same pattern. Each Lady Bug we made was so original. Some had small eyes and big spots and others with big eyes and small spots. Some had 3 spots and others had 6 spots. Sewing is such a great way to express ones self. Although there is a pattern to follow so you know where you are going, it doesn't mean we all have to be the same. In just a few short weeks so far I have seen these young kids be uniquely creative. Everyone is doing such a great job! It is my hope that they learn to love patterns but that they challenge themselves and push themselves to make them their own.

Last Couple of Weeks:

Finishing up pin cushions...they turned out so great! Good Luck for sure is on these kids side with a lady bug in their bag!

Working on Glove Bunnies. Sewing up socks which will turn into the legs for the bunnies. Can't wait till they start hopping away!