Tutorial: Poolside Purse to keep your belongings dry

When I’m at the pool with my daughter I find myself saying over and over to, “Watch where you’re dripping!!” I don’t want her ruining my purse with all the water dripping off of her. Maybe I should make a Poolside Purse, like Delia from Delia Creates did. It’s made from a designer laminated cotton, so it’s pretty and waterproof. (Though water can still get in through the top if you leave it sitting wide open.) She shares the tutorial as part of her Color Your Summer series. Get the tute.

[photo from Delia Creates]

Delia from Delia Creates

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!