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Aug

16

Those “Beautiful” Bridesmaid Dresses

August 16, 2007 | Leave a Comment

June has come and gone and now what to do with those luscious dresses swathed in plastic lurking in the back of every girl’s closet? Here are a couple of great ideas to use up the fabric at least. Perhaps make an extra one for the newlyweds as a reminder of their wedding day!
Smart Solutions [...]

Aug

14

Snow bear

August 14, 2007 | 1 Comment

How far you do think Christmas is away? You may as well start making crafts now! You know you will be rushed on the 24th!
http://teddiesbylauralynn.com/free-patterns/patterns.html
Snowbear Pattern

This will make an 8 1/2″ tall Snowbear. Snowbear pg1
Snowbear pg2
Snowbear pg3
Materials:
Mohair/Fur fabric: A fat 1/8th yard of mohair / fur
Prototype was made from 5/8″ semi sparse, curly matted mohair.
Joint discs: [...]

Aug

14

Discount Fabric Auction Site

August 14, 2007 | 1 Comment

Lots of items to bid on here! Here is a link that was sent to me for fabric and notions to bid on. I now just have to stop looking there and start using my own stash! argh, too much to choose from!
http://www.auctionfabric.com/
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Aug

11

Iron Caddy

August 11, 2007 | 1 Comment

 
I get together with friends and having to balance my iron on top of something as I try to get it home has always been a challenge. Of course, if I was organized, I would  stop sewing a few minutes earlier to  let it cool, but hey, who wants to give up precious sewing minutes? Get creative with it! [...]

Aug

9

Free pattern offer!

August 9, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Here’s a great offer from Sew News to inspire you! No excuse now!
 
Special Offer
Free Pattern!
McCall’s/Sew News
The Fashion Collection
Fall 2007
For a limited time, Sew News readers may order McCall�s 5480 FREE (you pay postage and handling), or order one or more of the remaining designs from the McCall�s/Sew News Collection and save more than 72% [...]

Aug

9

Insulated Totes for Drink Bottles

August 9, 2007 | Leave a Comment

These can be made for any size bottle you may have, just adjust the cutting size.  
Insulated Totes For Soda & Water Bottles
Debbie Colgrove
7/7/04
Bring your own beverage to parades and community events and keep them cold.
Here you’ll find insulated bottle totes in various sizes for most popular water and soda bottles. Here is a way [...]

Aug

7

Sew a Drawstring Bag

August 7, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Child’s Drawstring Backpack
This backpack is perfect for small kids to carry their things in. It has a drawstring opening that can be closed and the straps on the sides will hold the backpack securely on their bodies. This backpack has a cotton lining to give it more durability. You can choose instead a fabric that [...]

Aug

7

Free Sewing Pattern Offer

August 7, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Here’s a free pattern to inspire you to get those sewing machines out, blow off the dust and create something wonderful to wear or give!
Special Offer
Free Pattern!
McCall’s/Sew News
The Fashion Collection
Fall 2007
For a limited time, Sew News readers may order McCall�s 5480 FREE (you pay postage and handling), or order one or more of the [...]

Aug

2

Sewing Room Stash Organizing

August 2, 2007 | 1 Comment

Let’s face it, sewers are stashers! We love stuff, collect stuff and hoard stuff. However this can be a problem when it takes up more space than you have! I will share my ideas that have worked for me and trust me I have been sewing for more years than I haven’t. Here are my [...]

Aug

2

Mug Mats

August 2, 2007 | 2 Comments

Nothing beats a hot cup of tea for an excuse to take a break from the busyness of life. Here is a great sewing project that uses up scraps. I have made these for craft and fundraising sales but filled them slightly with rice. Then they could be microwaved for 30 [...]

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