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DIY Crafts

My First Sew Along :: The Pleated Boxes Pillow by Craft Bud

2/27/2012 03:22:00 AM
I'm a bit embarrassed to admit that I hadn't heard of a blog "Sew Along" before, but this morning as I was "blog browsing", I came across a sew along that is just starting over at Craft Buds.  Lindsay, the host of the sew along, is providing the free pattern download for an awesome pleated pillow, and if that isn't enough right there...

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Bag straps

Make Your Own Vinyl/Leather Look Handbag Straps - A Tutorial

2/25/2012 11:06:00 PM
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How awesome do these faux leather vinyl handbag straps look? The Emmaline Bag with 1" handbag straps. If you want to make some great leather look straps from vinyl that don't show raw edges and messy threads, keep on reading because I can show you how.  They are super easy to make and they turn out so good.  I must say, I'm loving...

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PDF Sewing Pattern

A New Bag & Sewing Pattern on the Way!

2/20/2012 06:21:00 PM
Presenting The Emmaline Bag Click on the pic to zoom! The birds are back! I just can't get away from that Joel Dewberry fabric, so here it is again.  With wine coloured birds perched on bright white, with the aqua background.   LOVE.  This is just a sneak peak of my new pattern line coming up. It will have a few options for the...

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Pattern Reviews

Teardrops in Pink Stitches and Raspberry Sunshine

2/15/2012 04:00:00 PM
Last week I started a facebook contest, and the prize was a copy of my new PDF Sewing Pattern, The Teardrop Bag.  The winners were "carefully chosen" by a panel of judges, (me and my dog, Toohey) using strict criteria.  In order to win the amazing prize, you first had to enter the contest, and then you had to... WIN.  Yes, everyone who...

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Labels

Make Your Own Printed Fabric Craft or Sewing Labels

2/11/2012 03:05:00 AM
Do you want fabulous labels for your craft or sewing products, but are totally discouraged by the price, wait time, and selection?  Make your own like it did.  It's too easy and they look so professional! I sourced a lot of label companies, and yes there are a lot of choices.  There are woven and printed, satin and twill etc., but not only...

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Sewing Tips

Sew an Internal Zipper Pocket Method 2 - A Tutorial

2/09/2012 06:19:00 AM
  How about trying another way to do an internal zipper pocket.  If you have already tried Sew an Easy Zipper Pocket - Method 1, you might want to now expand your fabulous zipper skills and try one slightly different.   This still a very easy pocket, but it does have a couple more steps than the other.  It's done a little differently so...

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Magnetic Snaps

How To Install A Magnetic Snap Closure - A Tutorial

2/05/2012 05:05:00 AM
So you are making a handbag; welcome to your new addiction!  Does your handbag pattern tell you to put in a magnetic snap, but it doesn't tell you how?  It's funny how those magnetic snap sellers just assume that everyone knows the tricks, so they don't enclose instructions.  Frustrating!  I hope this little tutorial is the help you need.  No more velcro please! ...

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Pockets

How to Sew A Slip Pocket For Your Bag - A Tutorial

2/01/2012 08:06:00 PM
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How about a slip pocket in that bag you are making?  Try one of these super easy slip pockets. They are so handy for your mobile phone, your keys, your cards or even your favourite lipstick.  They are quick to make and look fab!  You can't create a bag without pockets! Slip pockets can be any size you like, you just need to...

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