Archive for the ‘Sewing’ Category
Yikes! It’s been too long! or Make This: #22
Posted by: moose845 on: January 30, 2009
Goodness, where should I start? My apologies to all for being away so long. An explanation is surely in order but, unfortunately, there isn’t one. No broken sewing machines, no lack of fabric or patterns, no major family or work emergencies, and no exotic trips to far off locales (unless you’re one of those who [...]
Make this: #21
Posted by: moose845 on: November 13, 2008
Poppy Lane shows how to make these little flower bowls that you can use in your sewing room, office, bathroom, or bedroom…any place where you need a little storage. They are easy to make with two pieces of fabric and a piece of fabric interfacing. Also check out her tutorial to make a heart wreath for [...]
Here, there & everywhere
Posted by: moose845 on: November 9, 2008
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My girls were home for a week. Actually, Jenifer was here for two as she’s on leave until she reports to her new duty station at the Port Arthur Marine Safety Office. We drove to Beaumont yesterday and helped her move into her new apartment. She isn’t scheduled to report for duty until the 24th, but she’s hoping if [...]
Make this: #20
Posted by: moose845 on: November 3, 2008
My dog, Hemi, has an obsession with kitties. We can’t tell if he loves them or hates them. I found this tutorial for kitty ornaments. I’m thinking if I make several and place them in his favorite places, I may be able to help him overcome his ‘little’ phobia. You can find the pattern at Annie’s Cupboard. [...]
Make this: #19
Posted by: moose845 on: October 23, 2008
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Well, I spent a little time wandering around the web and found a few neat projects that I filed away in my huge stack of papers that I really must go through one day. You may be interested in them too.
Pink Penguin shows how to make this reversible patchwork tote bag. You can find the tutorial [...]
Dog days
Posted by: moose845 on: August 27, 2008
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I’ve been out of pocket since the weekend. Here’s the reason:
We’re calling her ‘little girl’ because she’s not going to stay with us long. She’s already been adopted by a family in Louisiana and is staying with us just long enough to get her vaccinations and get ’fixed’. We expect she’ll be with us about a month. She’s [...]
Make this: #17
Posted by: moose845 on: August 19, 2008
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Sew Sassy Mama has instructions for making this fabric grab ball. This is a new blog. Her first post was in mid-July. It’s always nice to find that people have visited your blog, so be sure and visit and leave a little thank you note.
With fall just around the corner, check out the J. Caroline [...]
I’m back!
Posted by: moose845 on: August 11, 2008
- In: Family| Sewing
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I’m back after a nice visit at home with Michell and Jenifer. They both left on Saturday…way too short a visit. We haven’t been together since Christmas, and with Jenifer leaving for Yorktown, Virginia, who knows when we’ll get together again. Michell’s planning a trip back at the end of October to go with me to [...]
Make this: #15
Posted by: moose845 on: July 24, 2008
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The Angry Chicken has a tutorial to make this five minute skirt. You can download a PDF with the instructions. By the way, the five minute rule only applies if you use a serger, but it’s a simple skirt so even using a sewing machine won’t add much time. It’s a two piece pattern with no waist band. [...]
Make this: #12
Posted by: moose845 on: June 18, 2008
Pink Penguin has several nice tutorials. Here are the instructions to make a fabric basket. This tutorial is very easy to follow. I think I’ll make some of these to use around the house and in my sewing room. These would also make nice gift baskets for someone special. Especially if they’re done in birthday or [...]
Make this: #11
Posted by: moose845 on: June 13, 2008
Ric Rac made this tutorial for a little tape measure pouch to carry her sharp scissors in to class. This is one very talented lady. She has several tutorials on her site and freely admits to an obsession with fabric selvages. In an earlier post I gave you her link to make a selvage quilt. Her [...]
Quilting bloggers
Posted by: moose845 on: June 4, 2008
Do you want to find other quilters or quilting bloggers in your country, province or state? Then check this site out. You may find a blog you haven’t visited yet.
Until next time!
Make this: #10
Posted by: moose845 on: June 1, 2008
Amy Butler has a new pattern for a business card holder. Click free patterns from her main website.
Dorie Schwarz has created the Frounchess bag, which is a style that’s very popular now. You can find the instructions here. Dorie’s posted a PDF that you can download, and she also a step by step online tutorial.
Crafty Daisies [...]
Make this: #9
Posted by: moose845 on: May 20, 2008
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Have you always wanted your own Hermes purse? Couldn’t afford it? Well, here’s your chance! Visit here and download your own paper Hermes Kelly purse. It’s a little on the small side, and it might hold a pack of gum, but what the heck, it’s a Hermes! And won’t it look nice hanging off your arm… uh, [...]
Linda’s got a brand new bag!
Posted by: moose845 on: May 9, 2008
My friend, Linda, sent me photos of a bag she made using my red work basket design that I posted on Sew Forum a few days ago. Linda added a few bigger flowers around the sides and on the top. Linda’s an excellent seamstress, and she just amazes me with every new project she does. She comes [...]
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