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Tag Archives: Sewing
Crow Pouch
A friend gave me this terrific crow patterned napkin a few weeks ago.
Echo Tote Bag
A few weeks back, I went to the fabric store and was immediately drawn to Lotta Jansdotter’s new Echo collection. I chose Spring Buds in mustard, and the aqua Scattered Pods, I thought it would make a terrific tote bag! … Continue reading
Posted in Crafts, News, Sewing
Tagged crafts, DIY, Echo fabric collection, gift, handmade, holiday, Lotta Jansdotter, Sewing, tote bag
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Bow Tie 101
It all started with my niece’s wedding. I decided it would be nice for my son to wear a bow tie for the occasion, until I went shopping for one and saw how ugly and expensive they were. I thought, … Continue reading
Zippered Pouch
Another way to use up the odd pieces in your fabric stash – the zippered pouch. There are a lot of terrific tutorials online, I used this one. With the holidays right around the corner, these pouches make greats gift. … Continue reading
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Tagged bag, crafts, gift, handmade, pouch, Sewing, Tina Garceau, zipper
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Fashionable Cloth Coasters
Ever since America Online stopped stuffing my mailbox with their trial CDs, I really needed coasters! I’m not fond of the brown ring on my desk from my coffee cup, or the puddle left behind by my afternoon chilled beverages. … Continue reading
Sewing an iPod Pouch
I made a protective pouch for Joe’s adorable, little 3rd generation iPod Nano.
Brick Path Quilt
This was my first attempt at quilting, a gift for a new addition to the family. I wanted to create a one of a kind piece that was cheery, with bold patterns, and no pastel colors. Since the sex of … Continue reading
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Tagged baby, brick path, crafts, designer, DIY, fabric, gift, handmade, quilt, Sewing, Tina Garceau
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