Jude's robe

 I finished it!!  Whew!   I am so relieved. 

I was avoiding it.  Crazy I know.  

But I am so glad it is ready for when Jude and his family arrives tomorrow. 

It was new for me to work with minky for clothing. The "blanket" I used was very shaggy.  

It was hard to pin it like woven fabric especially on the tissue pieces.  I have had lots of experience making clothing including tailored suits  for me as well as smocked dresses for my daughter.  I have made clothing ever since I was 10.

So using magic pins was a real game changer: easy to see as well as long shafts.  And sewing over them was fine with the thick plush.  It didn't stretch like synthetics. 

Thanks for all your support.