Posts Tagged ‘sewing’

Work in Progress from Sew Liberated

Sunday, January 31st, 2010

Come, take a peak at a project I’m working on, inspired by “Sew Liberated:  20 Stylish Products for the Modern Sewist” by Meg McElwee!  Meg’s book is a gorgeous introduction to the art of applique – sewing fabric patches or shapes onto a background fabric.  Her directions are clear, detailed and accompanied by great pictures.  She even gives specific recommendations for sourcing unusual supplies.

I am a newbie to both applique and embroidery. Meg’s excellent how-to primer at the back of the book, enabled me to use both skills with ease and utmost enjoyment on my latest project: Panel Curtains for Aria’s room….

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And speaking of sewing…

Thursday, January 7th, 2010

And speaking of sewing… let me catch you up on my latest project.  I made pajamas for Aria and Liam.  These were born out of necessity, since the only fire retardant-free children’s pajamas are thin cotton knits.  It’s cold in our house, so thin cotton won’t do.   Armed with a $2.99 pattern from JoAnn’s, I purchased cotton fleece (which is incredibly hard to find) and got to work.  It was not fun….

Post moved to Stitched in Color – my personal sewing blog.  Please come for a visit!

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“Patchwork Style” in my home

Tuesday, November 17th, 2009

This summer I learned to sew!  I indulged my new passion with Amanda Soule’s “Handmade Home” (see my review).  Because I so enjoyed Amanda’s book, I was intrigued by a new series of crafting books released this year by her publisher.  The series, called Make Good: Crafts + Life, produces charming Japanese craft books in English for the first time.  I fell in love with ALL of the titles… but first on my list to own was Patchwork Style:  35 Simple Projects for a Cozy & Colorful Life.

First on my list was new kitchen rugs…

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SouleMama's "Handmade Home"

Monday, August 17th, 2009

On Saturday I found a very special package awaiting me at the mailbox – my pre-ordered copy of Amanda Blake Soule’s “Handmade Home:  Simple Ways to Repurpose Old Materials into New Family Treasures” plus “Bend-the-Rules Sewing” by Amy Karol.  Both are gorgeous, inspiring books written by popular bloggers.  I’ve just began to sew, having only accomplished: 1 flat valence curtain, 1 crayon roll, and 1 blanket repair….

Post moved to Stitched in Color – my personal sewing blog.  Please come for a visit!

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