Doll Stroller Makeover

Not very long ago I bought one of those doll strollers for Katy. It lasted about a week before it got rips and tears in it. The fabric they used on it was so flimsy! I know I've seen people make over a little stroller like this one so I thought I'd give it a try. It's so so so important to take pictures of the old stuff so that you know how to put it all back together. I should have taken way more. But it turned out so cute! Brandon and Katy helped pick out the fabric and I used all the original binding and other pieces from the stroller. I've seen people spray paint the rods and handles a new color but I didn't have the patience for that :)

Before

Took everything apart

Traced the old pieces onto the new fabric

Started piecing everything back together.

Sewing the trim back on (the middle buckle piece shouldn't go there. It goes on the purple piece)

Iron hem 1/4 inch and 2 3/4 inch

Sew pockets for stroller rods to fit on. 2 1/2 inches on each side.

Attach bottom piece to top piece

Sew trim around bottom piece

Tada!

Tie-Up Valance (again)

I have loved the valance I made for the kitchen window. But that gray color was starting to wear on me. I wanted something bright and colorful. I bought some home decor fabric at Joann's, ya know, the kind that comes on that big 'ol roll. I've never bought that kind of fabric before. It's so intimidating. And a little pricey. But it was 40% off. Uh, check! I bought 1 1/2 yards and put these together in a few hours and I kept the same ribbon. I love how bright and cheery they are!!