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Here’s a pretty gift you can make for someone who enjoys a good cup of tea. This applique tea cozy will keep the tea hot. It features a charming teapot and cup design applique that’s so sweet made from scraps of floral fabrics. Go to The Seasoned Homemaker for a tutorial and a free pattern you can use.
[photo from The Seasoned Homemaker]
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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.