I love a super sweet divided basket! And these pretty little prints by Elizabeth Olwen just make it even sweeter. I can imagine this being the perfect accessory in a newborn’s nursery.
I always have fun trying out different interfacing combinations, for this basket I again used ByAnnie’s Soft & Stable (this is an amazon link, but ask your local quilt shop, too, they might have it available by the yard). I basted it to the main exterior pieces (not the front pocket – stuck with SF101 for that). It’s perfect for one of those situations where you know the basket is going to get a ton of use and abuse. The Soft & Stable makes everything stand up nicely and keep it’s shape without much effort. If you love a certain quilting cotton print for this project, it’s definitely a great option! Give it a try, it might be your favorite.
I would recommend using a basting stitch along the top edge of the exterior to be used as a guide for pressing on the last step. Just baste 1/2” from the top edge and press using the stitches as a guide. I also used 1/4” fusible tape to make sure everything was secure without having to use pins. I did use a few clover clips too and it worked really nicely.
I still get a little bit nervous and sweaty on the last topstitching steps of pretty much any project. Maybe I’m the only one! I just have to remind myself to slow down and take my time. I even walk away for a bit before the last step, just to make sure I can focus on doing my best work. Sounds cheesy writing it out, but it does help me!
Pattern: Divided Basket
Fabric: Morning Song by Elizabeth Olwen for Cloud9 Fabrics, which should be in shops in a couple weeks!
Hope you’re enjoying an awesome spring day! Thank you so so much about your kind words on my fabric collection. Your excitement means so much to me!
I love your baskets so much Anna and I am so unhappy, that I can not sew me one.
Hugs Ines♥
You’re not the only one! The last top stitching step on any project is always the hardest, and the bit I’m most likely to make a mess of. Thanks for all the tips 🙂
oh you’re right anna, this is just so SWEET! if i had a baby girl to design a nursery for, i’d probably center it around this basket! perfect. maybe my second pregnant sister is having a girl and i can copy you; we don’t know what she’s having yet. 😉
and yes, topstitching is always a bit nerve-wracking! always!
so sweet! i have a friend having a little boy in july and I was thinking of making her one of these as a gift.
I always think of your work as flawless but it’s nice to know that you struggle with the same things I do. That topstitching is always my enemy!
Beautiful. Love your talent and skill.
I love this basket, bought the pattern, but haven’t made it yet…I have a new grandson coming this month so I should make it for his nursery!!! Love it!!!
Ohhhh… Thanks for the all the tips! I have yet to start assembling my basket. These will prove helpful.
Love your tips and always enjoy when you revisit a pattern with new pictures. I’m definitely buying this one soon because a new grand baby is due soon. Need to know the gender first though. Love you work!
Great ideas. Top stitching tip – use your blind hem foot and adjust your needle position! I get more consistent results. #sewgood. Cheers, @elysianglenn85
Love the fabrics you used! Just too sweet!:)
I’ve loved this pattern from afar for too long. I finally purchased it and made one last week. I love it even more! Your pattern writing is very easy to follow. I love all the details and your newest tips. Thank you.
I’ve just completed this basket except for the last step which I will do when I’m fresh tomorrow. I’ve never made a divided lining before so I’m very proud of myself. The basket is coming out so cute – I’m giving it to a co-worker at a baby shower in a few days. I like using one of my fancy stitches for topstitching as it covers a multitude of sins. Thanks so much – I love your patterns. I have the 241 tote pattern which I’m really looking forward to making for me!