Newsflash! Robot invades skirt!

Robot applique

Maybe I should say “Robots invade PieKnits” for I’ve definitely had robots on the brain lately. When I found this skirt thrifting I thought it had potential even though as it was it was a bit plain. Loving all things kitschy space related I decided it needed a little robot peaking up from the hem.

Mr. Robot would like to thank the vintage buttons for making him possible

Wee Mr. Robot applique here was made from felt that I fabric glued into place then embroidered down the edges with blanket stitch (nice tutorial here). I really like fabric gluing when small pieces are involved. With pins it always seems to warp the pieces enough to be annoying.

Hello World

Vintage buttons and ric-rac from the stash worked well for his
embellishments and also added some colorfulness that was otherwise lacking.

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10 Comments.

  1. Awww.. cute! I love it.

  2. Wow, that’s super cute, way to go!

  3. I don’t know how you came up with the robot, its such a great idea and looks really good. I think that will catch on.

  4. okay, that skirt is SO awesome. Who doesn’t love robots?! But I have to say, I’m in love with your shoes in that last pic. Utterly fabulous shoes.

  5. So cute! And the shoes are *awesome*!

  6. So cute!

  7. Ha ha, that’s so funny and whimsical! You’re very clever for thinking of that!

  8. Super cute Mr. Roboto! And I love the color of your shoes, who makes them?

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