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Happy Dad’s Day!

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I want to take this opportunity to say Happy Father’s Day to my dad in Seattle! It was him who bought me my first sewing machine (that I still have, I might add!) Thanks Daddy!!

Father’s always seem so harder to gift for than Moms. I’ve taken to just getting my dad a bottle of brandy these days! But what about if your dad is a more traditional guy? Well how about making him a tie.

I personally had a terrible tie-making experience back in my early 20’s and have never really ventured to try it again.

Simplicity has come through for me yet again (seriously seems like I am always mentioning them! I promise I’m not secretly working for them or getting kick-backs or anything!). Pattern # 9469 features some easy men’s wear patterns- including a tie!

I’m older and wiser and a bit braver- so what thehey, I think it’s about time I give tie-making another try.

Have you read?

Easy Cosmetics Bag Sewing Pattern

The bag is simple, uses very little fabric (about 2/3rds of a fat quarter), has no fussy inside pockets (although you can add your own if you like), and takes me well less than 30 minutes to print the pattern, cut out and sew. But quick and simple doesn’t mean it’s not awesome!

It’s the sort of bag that is versatile enough to be used for lots of applications, not just cosmetics and toiletries. Keep all your pens and pencils in order, use it for a small first aid kit for the car, keep it in your desk at work for a few headache pills and other personal supplies.

Make some for yourself, for gifts or to sell.