Category Archives: Sewing

New and Improved Thread and Bobbin Holder

Obviously my little thread holder in a picture frame did not hold much.  So Plan B consisted of decoupaging a large piece of wood and hammering a variety of nails into it.  This would have been a bit easier if … Continue reading

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It’s T-Shirt Time

After beginning this project over a year ago (okay close to 2 years ago), I finally finished.  My hubby didn’t even nag me once.  He loves it!!!  As you can see.

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Pin cushion et al

Pin cushions made from old Mason Jars.  I love these because not only are they cute, I keep chalk, measuring tape, seam rippers and more inside.

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Snowy Apron Project

My snowy (two) day project.  Next up will be the matching pot holders.  I had never made bias tape before.  I think I might invest in the little bias tape machine.  I have never even seen one before.  Any tips?

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Gift card holder

Gift card holders to make giving a lame gift card a bit more creative.  I chucked the black and pink one.  Kind of crooked.

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Thread & Bobbin holder

A cute way to store my thread and bobbins.  Next time I will make a bigger one.  Used Amy Butler paper, which I <3, and some nails with a frame with out glass.

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Sewin Buttons

The past two evenings I have been working on a button coaster/trivet.  Not as easy as I thought it would be.  The thread keeps getting tangled in the buttons, and the buttons flip over mid stitch.  This is definitely a … Continue reading

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