Do you ever have leftover bits of trim and no clue what to do with them? Yeah, me, too! So, I went on a hunt to round up a ton of great ideas for easy trim projects. Many in this round up include free patterns. TOTAL SCORE!!! So, go ahead and grab a cup of coffee, tea, diet coke or whatever floats your boat and stay awhile. I think you might get lost in some of these … [Read more...]
April showers bring May flowers but these fabric flowers will forever be in bloom! Fabric Flowers This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: Outgrown clothing spray starch twigs/branches Tools: hot glue gun sewing machine or needle & thread Basic Instructions: To create your flower, cut clothing into 14" strips long x 4" wide; … [Read more...]
One look at Amy Barickman's latest book, Fabric Flowers and you will fall in love! This baby is jam-packed with little goodies to keep you inspired and reclaiming your creativity all night long! With each turn of page, I am drooling over the amazing photography and thinking of projects that now 'need' to be embellish with fabric flowers. It is pure eye candy! But don't just take my word … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! This is a great way to use up some left over fabric and create something fun and functional! This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: fabric scraps felt pin Accu Quilt Cutter ** contact your local quilt shop- most have one available for rent** Basic Instructions: Bring your pressed fabric scraps to your local … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! Today's post is all about friendship. A simple act of kindness, a bond between two people. Last year, I had the pleasure of connecting with TJ from Studio Mailbox and am honored to call her my friend! I just loved her point of view, outlook on art and her outgoing personality. Today, TJ shares an easy "how to" for a friendship bracelet. This project is for all … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! This is a great way to use up some left over fabric and create something fun and flirty! This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: 2 different types of fabric vintage buttons or pins To be fair- this "how to" is nothing new. Many of us used to wear these bracelets during the summer months. (think late 80's!) Basic … [Read more...]
While at The Creative Connection Event, I had the chance to craft with a wonderful group of women on Friday night. It was so relaxed, almost effortless in fact, the way we all just chatting about life. Not really focusing on why we were at the event or even talking about business. It was so refreshing and reminded me of my sewing group in New Jersey. The Clifton Clippers- wow, do I miss … [Read more...]
Let's face it, these ruffle totes are all over the place right now. And honestly, my girls love them!! (secretly, I do too) My tote bag is on the small side so, I am going to use it as a gift bag when finished. So, last night I dipped into the fabric stash and created this super cute tote bag in a snap. Really, it is super simple. It took me less that 1/2hr from start to finish. That includes … [Read more...]
