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Category Archives: Sewing
Bow Tie Bonanza
I went into assembly line mode this week and made graduation bow ties for Lloyd’s friends. I’ve been volunteering at the school for eight years, so I’ve spent a lot of time around these kids – and they’re graduating this … Continue reading
Polka Dots and PF Flyers
Next week Lloyd graduates from 8th grade. Such occasions call for an outfit. I really didn’t want to buy him a pair of dress shoes, since his feet seem to change sizes every two weeks. When Joe spotted these tomato … Continue reading
Bow Tie for a Spring Concert
This week is the spring concert at Lloyd’s school. It’s bittersweet, as this is his sixth and last year playing violin in the school’s orchestra. I made a special bow tie to mark the occasion. Break a leg, Lloyd!
Sewing a Kindle Case
I made this Kindle cover with traveling in mind – it’s big enough to hold the Kindle and the data cable. I used a high loft quilt batting for extra protection, and wide ric rac to hold the flap into … Continue reading
Posted in News, Sewing
Tagged gift ideas, Kindle cover tutorial, ric rac, what to do with your fabric stash
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You Bought Me a Kindle – Are You Crazy?
It was the “BIG” Christmas surprise from my friend Dan – a Kindle. You know, the jaw dropping, shock when you open a gift and have your socks knocked off? Yeah, it was one of those! I love my Kindle – … Continue reading
New Year’s Eve Bow Tie
Maybe I’ve been watching too many old movies lately, but I love when a man dresses up. There’s something about a crisp, white shirt, a tie, and the scent of Mennen Speed Stick that makes me weak in the knees. … Continue reading
Bow Tie For A Holiday Concert
The boy is playing violin in a concert at school, which gave me an excuse to make him a new bow tie. This fabric, which I love – is from Denyse Schmidt’s Blossom Reel Collection. Making a bow tie is … Continue reading
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Tagged Denyse Schmidt Blossom Reel Collection, DIY bow tie, holiday concert
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