Tag Archives: Denyse Schmidt fabric

Bow Tie for a Spring Concert

Posted on June 2, 2014 by Tina Garceau

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! 

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You Bought Me a Kindle – Are You Crazy?

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Tina Garceau

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 →

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New Year’s Eve Bow Tie

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Tina Garceau

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 →

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New Case for an iPad

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Tina Garceau

We were recently gifted with an iPad (thanks Dan) and Joe’s been carting it back and forth to work in a makeshift iPad case (see photo below). Once in a blue moon there are projects I work on where my … Continue reading →

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Simple Tote Bag

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Tina Garceau

This is a simple tote bag I made with fabric from Denyse Schmidt’s Flea Market Fancy Collection. It measures 15 1/2″ x 17 1/2″, with an inside pocket and generously long straps to allow for bulky winter coat sleeves. This … Continue reading →

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Sewing A Fabric Box

Posted on August 28, 2012 by Tina Garceau

It’s been a hectic summer and I’ve managed to streamline my morning beauty routine: a few flicks of a mascara wand, lip stain, and pin my hair up before bolting out the door. I saw some cute fabric boxes they … Continue reading →

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How To Sew A Camera Pouch

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Tina Garceau

I never leave the house without two things – red lipstick and my point and shoot. I recently acquired a new camera, which was smaller than my old one and it’s case was too bulky for my bag. I decided … Continue reading →

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