It’s Lauren from Molly and Mama here, and I’m so thrilled to be sharing two projects made with the Reflections Collection designed by Lauren Brewer. The entire collection is inspired by the spirit of finding beauty and joy in simple things. The prints in this collection certainly bring joy and I found them so inspiring.
I was especially drawn to the main floral print, the clover leaf geometric print, the cherries and the smaller floral motif that Lauren named ‘dancing bouquets’. I used these four fabrics and added some plain cream linen to sew both of my projects.
I knew that I wanted to try fussing cutting the prints to highlight the lovely floral elements in Lauren’s designs. So I decided to create some sweet hexagons.
They worked perfectly to make this beautiful hexagon notebook cover. This design will become available on the 15th April as part of the Molly and Mama ‘Pretty Stitches Club‘. You can find out more about it HERE. Otherwise, stay tuned for the pattern release later this year. Subscribing to the newsletter will mean you won’t miss finding out when it’s available.
The cover is designed to fit an A5 (5-7/8″ x 8-1/4″) spiral bound notebook. It includes the same hexagon rows and quilting on both the front and the back. Simple interior sleeves keep the notebook securely in the cover. The ribbon bookmark and the elastic pen holder are both practical additions.
I especially enjoyed creating the extra details like the hexagon echo quilting punctuated with French knots in every corner and the little lazy daisy flower detail embroidered between each fabric hexagon.
To complement the notebook I created a matching fabric bookmark. I’m offering the instructions as a free pattern download as my way of saying thanks for subscribing to the Molly and Mama newsletter (but don’t worry, you can unsubscribe at any time). To grab your free download, enter your details in the link below and it will arrive instantly by email.
Here’s a view of the entire collection, just to whet your appetite. I hope you enjoyed reading about my makes.
Happy stitching, Lauren.