This is a project that you might already have all the supplies you need on hand.  It is also a quick and easy project with very little machine sewing.  Since Grandda was more than happy to donate a necktie for the project, I chose the Christmas tie that he wore for years.

I think that this may be upcycling at it’s best.  A tie that has lost it’s usefulness or in this case it’s “cool” factor now has a new purpose in life!

Our sweet little Candy Corn smocking design is now available from Martha Pullen Co.

Sometimes a touch of smocking somewhere other than the front yoke adds interest to a garment.  This little jumper and blouse was made using pattern #140 and is just right for Summer and Fall.  The jumper is fully lined with pink and white seersucker, which also makes it reversible.

Less smocking also tends to be more suitable for the older girls.

The dress was made out of red micro check gingham using pattern #143 and is smocked with a design that reminds me of snowflakes. 

Little smocked pumpkins suitable for a straight yoke.

The sand pails are a simple design so they make a good project for those new to Picture Smocking.  We would like to thank Martha Pullen Co. for making the design available.

The sunsuit is made by pattern #123.

The “Tiny Hearts” smocking design works up quickly and is perfect  for those new to picture smocking.

Here is the smocked elephant design! Inspired by a box of animal crackers! The Jon-Jon is made from white pique’, lined with white Imperial Batiste and trimmed with red and white gingham piping.  * A word of caution, the elephants have quite a few half stitches, so you will need to be familiar with them before you start. My “Beginning Smocking Book” explains half stitches.