tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81632350296430781162024-03-04T22:08:46.883-08:00FabricLovers BlogJoin me in this journey called life that, for me, just happens to include fabric, family, pets, friends, and did I mention lots of fabric?!Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16528937431266953436noreply@blogger.comBlogger138125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-92210052898897962752014-08-01T19:13:00.000-07:002014-08-01T19:13:00.511-07:00FabricLovers is Moving and we are selling all fabric by the yard at huge savings !!!We will be reducing inventory for the next couple weeks. All quilting, sewing and crafts fabric will be available at discount with this promo code. Use code "Blog" at checkout for 50% off all cotton quilting fabric by the yard.<br />
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Patriotic fabric, children's cotton fabric, florals, solids, sewing patterns too, will all be at clearance prices...<br />
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Take advantage of discounted fabric and help us out at the same time !!<br />
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This sale comes only once,...so build your stash with cotton fabric by Alexander Henry, Robert Kaufman, Riley Blake, Quilting Treasures....and many others.<br />
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~BethBethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16528937431266953436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-11417392576427679242014-07-06T00:57:00.003-07:002014-07-06T01:01:11.519-07:00Almost No-Sew Fabric Flowers Tutorials<div style="text-align: justify;">
<b><a href="http://fabricloversblog.blogspot.com/2014/07/almost-no-sew-fabric-flowers-tutorials.html">Fabric flowers</a></b> are fun craft projects to do. They are beautiful embellishments for <a href="http://fabricloversblog.blogspot.com/2014/05/remembering-memorial-day-with-fabric.html">wreaths</a>, headbands, hair accessories, jewelry, corsages, and many more. Make the flowers bloom all year round by making these simple and easy fabric flowers featured below.</div>
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These rosettes from <i>cherrystreetcottage.blogspot.com</i> are just fabulous. A single piece may seem complicated to do but when you get to watch the <a href="http://cherrystreetcottage.blogspot.com/2011/03/fabric-flower-tutorial-at-last.html" target="_blank">Fabric Flower Tutorial</a> from the website, you will get amazed at how easy it is to do. You only need a glue gun and strips of fabric.</div>
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These dainty chiffon flowers from <i>gomakeme.com</i> are great for making vintage headbands. A gray, black, and white version of this would look elegant. The photo shows an easy step-by-step guide but you can check out the full post on <a href="http://www.gomakeme.com/2012/01/go-make-me-bejewelled-flower-headband-diy-project.html" target="_blank">Bejewelled Flower Headband Tutorial</a>.</div>
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Here's another no-sew fabric flower craft from <i>littlemissmomma.com</i>. The fabric flowers are made into a bib necklace and the project turned out lovely. Check out the <a href="http://www.littlemissmomma.com/2010/12/pom-pom-bib-necklace-tutorial-lmm.html" target="_blank">Pom Pom Bib Necklace Tutorial</a> and make one for yourself.</div>
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If you have an overflowing stash of leftover fabric, you can make this adorable fabric flower from <i>scatteredthoughtsofacraftymom.com</i> and use it as an embellishment to your other craft projects. Cut strips of fabric (length is equal to the diameter of the flower), create a crisscross pattern, secure the middle with a few stitches, then add a button. Here's the tutorial: <a href="http://scrap%20busting%20fabric%20flower/" target="_blank">Scrap-busting Fabric Flower</a>.</div>
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We love this <a href="http://bestdiyprojects88.blogspot.co.il/2014/06/pansy-and-dahlia-fabric-flower-tutorial.html" target="_blank">Pansy and Dahlia Fabric Flower Tutorial</a> from <i>flaxandtwine.com</i>. It needs a bit of stitching and cutting. This frilly flower would make a great accent to a headband or a ponytail.</div>
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If you need assorted fabrics for your fabric flowers, you can check out the <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/category/1399/-Weekly-Fabric-Deals.html" target="_blank">Weekly Fabric Deals</a> by <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/" target="_blank"><b>FabricLovers.com</b></a> to get discounts.</div>
<br />Purple Pieceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11623679377489222922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-77743016445430535922014-06-28T19:09:00.002-07:002014-06-28T19:09:43.193-07:00Solid Quilts to Flare Up Your CreativityHave you tried making an all-solid quilt? If you made at least one recently, great! If you haven't tried making <b>solid quilts</b> in your whole quilting career, you are missing a great deal of design possibility.<br />
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Making a quilt completely from solid fabrics may is both challenging and exciting. The word "solid" may be described as plain, simple, or even boring, but the challenge actually lies with its simplicity.<br />
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When you use printed fabrics, a new design element is automatically added. With solid fabrics as your primary element, you need to be more creative; think out of the box on how to make an interesting quilt out of solid fabrics. According to Craftsy.com's article <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/blog/2013/05/solid-quilts-painting-with-patternless-fabric/" target="_blank">Solid Quilts: Painting with Patternless Fabric</a>, making solid quilts will give you the <i>"ability to 'paint with fabric' and have the ultimate control in the way the colors interact." </i><br />
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<b><a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/" target="_blank">FabricLovers.com</a></b> compiled some fabulous all-solid quilt design ideas to serve as your solid quilting inspo. These quilts are simply stunning, you might try one of them in your future projects.<br />
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This all-solids Tutti Fruitti quilt by <i>Ulrike Kittel</i> makes a lovely coverlet. The rectangles and squares pattern and the choice of bold colors creates an almost psychedelic effect. Check out Ulrike Kittel's photostream on <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/happycamper2009/5621756454/in/photostream/" target="_blank">Flickr.com</a> for more photos of the quilt.<br />
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Riot of Color Quilt from <i>Etsy.com</i>. The quilter used textured solid fabrics in subtle color shades. This quilt can be displayed as a wall mural. You may check out Etsy shop <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/quiltsbydesign" target="_blank">quiltsbydesign</a> for more gorgeous and high-quality quilts.<br />
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Look how cute this animal quilt from <i>MyThreeSonsKnit.blogspot.com</i> is! The pattern uses quarters of a circle to make animal shapes. Genius! Little children will definitely love a quilt like this.<br />
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Honeycomb Quilt by <i>Sweet Home London</i>. The use of triangles to make hexagonal shapes creates a fun honeycomb pattern. Happy colors make this all-solid quilt even more appealing. You can buy it this bedspread at <a href="http://www.notonthehighstreet.com/sweethomelondon/product/honeycomb_bedspread_cushion_cover" target="_blank">notonthehighstreet.com</a>.<br />
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Stock up your stash with colored solid fabrics from <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/" target="_blank"><b>FabricLovers.com</b></a>. Below are some of the bestsellers from the shop.
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Purple Pieceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11623679377489222922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-60435031710846851262014-06-21T18:45:00.000-07:002014-06-21T18:51:56.299-07:00Scrap Quilt Inspiration for Every QuilterAvid quilters and sewists find it challenging and fun to create a quilt out of fabric scraps from their stash. <a href="http://fabricloversblog.blogspot.com/2014/06/scrap-quilt-inspiration-for-every.html" target="_blank"><b>Scrap quilting</b></a> is economical and it encourages creativity. If you have piles after piles of fabric scraps, check out our hand-picked quilt inspo and start sewing your very own scrap quilt.<br />
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This simple yet lovely scrap quilt from <i>RedPepperQuilts.com</i> is made up of 374 squares of fabric. The quilter used fabrics with subtle colors and different prints and textures. The fabrics somehow created an eclectic yet collected look. Check out the blog post <a href="http://www.redpepperquilts.com/2012/09/Low-Volume-Scrap-Quilt.html" target="_blank">Low Volume Scrap Quilt</a>.<br />
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This heart-patterned quilt made from scraps of fabric from <i>CarterQuilter.Wordpress.com</i> is ideal for Valentine's Day. You can also make a pink version of this for little girls. Download the <a href="http://carterquilter.wordpress.com/2014/02/12/scrappy-four-patch-heart-quilt-2/" target="_blank">Free Scrappy Four Patch Heart Quilt Pattern</a> to start with your heart scrap quilt today.<br />
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<i>Craftsy.com</i> features impressive projects like this Inverted Star Pattern. You can mix and match fabric scraps or use similar shades to create stars. You can download the <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/quilting/other/inverted-star-tutorial/16458?NAVIGATION_PAGE_CONTEXT_ATTR=PATTERN" target="_blank">Inverted Star Tutorial Pattern</a> for free if you want to get started with this kind of quilt.<br />
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If you're done with squares and corners and you want something new, take this amazing scrap quilt from <i>Etsy.com</i> as your inspiration. The busy, colorful pattern looks perfect despite looking overcrowded. You may purchase patterns and guides from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/119643176/paperweights-quilt-pattern-modern-scrap?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">KarenGriskaQuilts</a><span id="goog_1260719296"></span><span id="goog_1260719297"></span><a href="https://www.blogger.com/"></a> Etsy Shop.<br />
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This glider from <i>ApartmentTherapy.com</i> is gorgeous. It looks like it can be placed anywhere and used by anyone, not just your grandmother. Check out how a boring glider was made interesting at <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/before-amp-after-a-grandma-gli-151934" target="_blank">Before & After: A "Grandma Glider"</a>.<br />
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<b>Invisible Seam</b><br />
Some sewing projects like stuffed animals use hidden stitches. Other terms for this kind of stitch is ladder stitch or invisible seam. These unseen seams are useful if you want to stitch a broken pattern or you want an invisible seam on hems and quilt edges.<br />
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Here's a video tutorial from <i>RileyBlakeDesigns.com</i>. You may also check out MakeItLoveIt.com for a tutorial on <a href="http://www.makeit-loveit.com/2011/07/blind-hem-stitch-with-a-sewing-machine.html" target="_blank">Blind Hem Stitch</a>.<br />
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<b>Flat-Fell Seam</b><br />
Felled seam, or flat-fell seam are overlapping seams commonly found on denims. This type of seam provides durability to secure layers of tough fabric. If you're making a tote bag, a trouser, or a jacket, and you want to make it look neat, use felled seams.<br />
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A tutorial from <i>Coletterie.com</i> will help you <a href="http://www.coletterie.com/tutorials-tips-tricks/standard-flat-felled-seam" target="_blank">Sew a Flat Felled Seam without a Specialty Foot</a>.<br />
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<b>French Seam</b><br />
French seams are used for lightweight to middleweight fabric materials. They're commonly found on thin fabrics (like silk and cotton) made into dresses, blouses, and skirts. It's a useful technique because it makes both sides of the fabric look elegant.<br />
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This <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/blog/2013/05/seam-series-how-to-sew-a-french-seam/" target="_blank">How To Sew a French Seam</a> tutorial from <i>Craftsy.com</i> is one of the simplest to follow, and <br />
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<b>Pinked Seam</b><br />
Have you made a plain seam finished with pinking shears? Using pinking shears prevents fabric from fraying but to make sure, use a fabric that's not prone to fraying. Pinked seams make decorative edges and they look fun.<br />
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Finishing seams with a serger also prevents fraying. Here's a combo tutorial, again from <i>Craftsy.com</i>, on how to make <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/blog/2013/05/seam-series-serger-and-pinking-seam-finishing/" target="_blank">Serger and Pinking Seam Finishing</a>.<br />
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<b>Hong Kong Seam Finish</b><br />
Hong Kong seams look pretty and polished. They add a different dimension and a splash of color to the insides of a clothing. This seam is a little complicated compared to the previous seams because it uses bias strips of fabric to enclose the edges. It is recommended for jackets, skirts,<br />
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Here are some step-by-step <a href="http://www.burdastyle.com/techniques/hong-kong-binding-seam-finish" target="_blank">Hong Kong Binding Seam Finish</a> guide from <i>BurdaStyle.com</i> and <a href="http://www.sew4home.com/tips-resources/sewing-tips-tricks/machine-sewn-seam-finishes-hong-kong-bound-seam-part-4-4" target="_blank">Hong Kong & Bound Seam</a> from <i>Sew4Home.com</i>.<br />
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Memorial Day Grapevine Wreath by <i>CrookedTreeCreation Etsy Shop</i>. An Easy-peasy project. Grab a grapevine wreath, a flag (or a fabric with flag prints), raffia bunch, and a rusted metal star.<br />
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<a href="http://fabriclovers.com/"><b>FabricLovers.com</b></a> has a variety of patriotic fabric that you can use for Memorial Day crafting. You may choose from plain reds, whites, and blues or from fabrics with stars, stripes, and flag prints. The samples below are perfect for inspirational quilts, buntings, throw pillows, and more. Check out the <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/category/1434/Patriotic-Fabric-.html" target="_blank"><b>Patriotic Fabric</b></a> section to view more patterns and designs.<br />
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<br />Purple Pieceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11623679377489222922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-14950937573174926662014-05-20T01:11:00.000-07:002014-05-20T16:16:03.683-07:00Quilting Blenders Make a Well-Balanced Fabric StashWhether you're new to quilting or you've been obsessed with it for years, you will need to stock up on quilt supplies to help you make quilts with ease. You surely don't want to be interrupted in the middle of your work just because you've run out of blender fabrics to fill up the gaps.<br />
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When you plan on making a quilt, you will need a fabric stash full of different prints and colors. To make the most out of your stash, you have to develop a keen eye for versatile fabrics. These versatile fabrics called quilting blenders will help you to easily connect or match different fabrics.<br />
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<b>Quilting blenders</b> are fabrics that blend well with other prints in a quilt. These are mostly monochromatic (though not solid in color) but a bit mottled, or have an abstract, tone on tone, or washed appearance. The photo below from <i>Craftsy.com</i> is a perfect example of a blender.<br />
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This Basic Baby Quilt by <a href="http://www.thirtyhandmadedays.com/2012/08/basic-baby-quilt-tutorial/" target="_blank">ThirtyHandmadeDays.com</a> used quilting blenders in green, turquoise, brown, and yellow shades aside from the main animal-printed fabric. It is a good idea to include blenders into the quilt because it makes the main fabric stand out.<br />
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<a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/" target="_blank"><b>FabricLovers.com</b></a> has a variety a quilting blenders in different shades. These blenders effectively add depth and texture to any quilting project and makes it more beautiful. The quilting blenders are currently on sale so now's the perfect time to grab them and add them to your ever growing fabric collection.<br />
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Shades of burgundys and reds for a bold statement</div>
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Purple Tones for a quilt worthy of royalty</div>
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Blender fabric in Olive tones</div>
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<br />Purple Pieceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11623679377489222922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-35807925512637342942014-05-04T03:16:00.001-07:002014-05-04T03:16:58.519-07:00Different Ways to Store and Organize FabricsDo you have loads of extra fabric lying around, leftover fabric scraps and swatches from your previous sewing projects? You might want to start an organization system that will work with your space. If you still have no idea how to come up with your own fabric storage, here are some smart ways to keep those fabric scraps safe and ready for future use.<br />
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Why organize at all? Well, organizing your fabric stash will give you a sense of control, make you more productive (yes to more craft projects!), help you save time and money, and more importantly, clear your cluttered mind. Store all your leftover fabric from <a href="http://fabriclovers.com/"><b>FabricLovers.com</b></a> and wait for the opportune time to use them.<br />
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<i>DesignMom.com</i> shows us how to organize extra fabric scraps using letter holders. These letter holders not only serve as storage but a wall decor as well. Fold fabric in same sizes to display them uniformly.<br />
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We seldom use compact discs or CDs nowadays so put your CD shelf or CD cabinet to good use. You need to cut or fold fabric pieces into same sizes to fit into the shelf. This photo from <i>TwoMoreSeconds.com</i> features a versatile space-saving furniture.<br />
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Have you checked out the <i>ClipItUp.com</i> store? They offer quality storage solutions using <b>Clip It Up</b> mounts, bases, and extensions. This setup from <i>KatiesQuiltingCorner.com</i> is great for small cuts of fabric. You can purchase more clips from the online store to fill up the spaces.<br />
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Wire bins also make interesting storage for your fabric. <i>ShannonDarrough.com</i> shows how to organize your stash by color. Color coding and labeling are both fun ways to organize. It would be easier for you to search through layers and layers of cloth.</div>
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<i>ThinkingCloset.com</i> has this DIY fabric filing that uses Pendaflex hanging folders. Cut the folders in half and hang the folder together with the fabric inside a filing cabinet. This is a great way to keep textiles neat and dust-free.<br />
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By getting your fabric stash, craft room, and the rest of your home organized, you'll be surprised to have more usable space (for more fabric). If you haven't stocked up in a long time and you're running out of fabric to use, visit <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/">FabricLovers.com</a> for new arrivals.
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<br />Purple Pieceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11623679377489222922noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-9200951465600211052014-04-07T20:02:00.000-07:002014-04-11T23:11:49.730-07:00Spring Break Fabric Craft IdeasFlowers, bunnies, and eggs are significant symbols of the Spring season. If you're planning to add some Spring-inspired decors into your home, check out these fabric crafts from <i><a href="http://beautyharmonylife.com/16-inspirational-diy-easter-crafts/" target="_blank">beautyharmonylife.com</a></i> that you can do during the spring break.<br />
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This Fabric Easter Basket would be perfect for display. It can hold just about anything including dyed easter eggs and flowers. This project uses cotton filler cord as piping, and wrapped with fabric strips in bright pastels.<br />
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This would make an adorable Easter gift! Create stuffed carrots in green and orange colors using fabric scraps. Combine different patterns together and stuff them with cotton. Grab a stuffed bunny and attach the carrots to its belly.<br />
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Recycle your water bottles and let them be used as molds for these braided easter eggs. Find fabric scraps in pastels and springtime colors. Next, braid fabric strips and wrapped them around the mold. Place braided eggs inside a basket.<br />
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Bunny or egg? These fabric bunny eggs may seem to complicated to do but they'd definitely get the attention of your guests this Easter. The materials needed are styrofoam eggs, serrated knife, fabric squares, embroidery floss, glue, pinking shears, small hats, pom poms for nose, beads for eyes, small baskets, easter grass, small easter eggs, and ribbons and trims to decorate hat.<br />
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what to do with piles and piles of leftover fabrics in your craft
room? FabricLovers.com collected top ten amazing <a href="http://fabricloversblog.blogspot.com/2014/03/top-10-fun-fabric-scrap-projects-to-try.html">fabric scrap projects</a> for you to try. These crafts with scraps of fabric are sure
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shabby-looking curtain from <i>purpleclover-ecohome.blogspot.com</i> will
look great as a wall décor or as a door curtain. All you have to do
is get a curtain rod and knot fabric strips together to achieve a
desired length. You may use one color with different textures or
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prints, why not make a map? This one from <i>apartmenttherapy.com</i> used a
muslin cloth for stitching scraps together. Use different prints for
each state and what you'll get is a colorful piece of art! You can
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made out of scrap material, like this one from <i>makezine.com</i>, look
complicated but they're so easy to do. Buy a wreath form, cut fabric
into same sizes, and glue them on. Finish it with crocheted flowers.
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another inspiring craft project from <i>pauletpaula.com</i>. Jazz up your
kids room with a mobile using scrap cloths from your previous sewing
projects. The materials needed are hoops or rings, strings, felt, and
pre-cut fabric. Be creative with different shapes (animals, flowers,
butterflies, clouds, etc.), colors, and sizes. You can also make one
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and printed with black ink. The owl's body is covered with fabric
scraps, perfect for an <a href="http://fabricloversblog.blogspot.com/2014/03/hoot-hoot-hooray-owl-theme-rooms-for.html">owl themed bedroom</a>. You can also make your own
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teac</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">hes
bookworms to take pleasure on creating their own bookmarks for their
reading adventures. This one's made of two pieces of fabric strips
(you may add felt as backing too), sewn around the edges and trimmed
with a pinking shears. Be proud to share your finished project with
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like a thousand bucks. Recreate this design by preparing a wooden box
frame (painted white), bits of scrap fabric (choose colors which will
work together), and Mod Podge. This is also a great activity for kids
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idea. If you're planning to throw a DIY party at home, make use of
those unwanted bits of fabrics to create a frilly birthday banner.
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such a delight to make. The idea is to layer your choice of different
fabrics to create a ruffled effect. Imagine the range of fabrics you
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fabulous. Slide beads with big holes into silk strips, make knots on
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theme for bedrooms and kiddie parties. The <a href="http://fabricloversblog.blogspot.com/2014/03/hoot-hoot-hooray-owl-theme-rooms-for.html">owl theme bedroom</a> works
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suggests that aside from the main [owl] theme, you also need to
decide on what color scheme to follow in order to set a particular
mood. Do you want to create a happy, stimulating play place for your
kids or you simply want to build a bedroom with a relaxing atmosphere
to promote sound sleep? Bright colors create a cheerful atmosphere
while darker hues give off a more serene vibe. You may also mix and
match colors as you wish to create harmonic shades, following of
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first inspiration from <i>kidsthemebedrooms.com</i> features a bright and
jolly bedding set with matching curtains. The owl and tree appliques
are almost everywhere, embroidered in white, lime, and turquoise
cotton fabrics. It has a fun and carefree ambiance that most kids
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your little girl's room into a neat haven with soft shades of pink
and green. The printed owl bedding creates an elaborate look without
being too owl-verwhelming. A desk cabinet painted in green is also a
cool addition to the room as it draws the feeling closer to nature. Photo from </span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><i>kidsbedroomideas.net</i>.</span><br />
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you're out of resources, you can add just one element and make the
rest clean and simple. For example, you can focus on the bed and
make it pop, just like this photo below from <i>optea-referencement.com</i>.
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sheets and blanket. We suggest that you use bold and bright colored
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Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16528937431266953436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-66821516650490036182013-11-28T07:45:00.000-08:002013-11-28T07:50:40.040-08:00Cyber Monday Fabric & Sewing Pattern Sale Category addedThank you for your support this year, first and foremost.<br />
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<br />Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16528937431266953436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-61273110401548768592013-10-16T16:46:00.000-07:002013-10-16T16:46:34.514-07:00Sewing an Amy Butler Clutch Part 2It's such a lovely clutch that I almost don't want to use it and get even a speck of dirt on it! The Amy Butler Clutch has been one of the easiest to sew. This article covers how to sew the exterior panels but if you'd like to see the beginning, please visit this post, or <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCymne4L-N4&feature=c4-overview&list=UUj9WAqzQfz1p-SZSqikMQ1Q" target="_blank">see this video</a>.<br />
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You will then pin them to the main panel (on the end with the pleats) and stitch it in place. Before sewing, I realized I had cut the trim from the wrong fabric. luckily, I had enough fabric leftover to cut out the correct one and then simply folded the trim in half, ironed, pinned it, and finally, sewed it in place. Learn from me and don't get distracted when cutting fabric. Measure twice, cut once!</div>
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I then attached the yoke, pinning it in place on top of the trim and main panel. Right sides together, I sewed it all together.</div>
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Below, you can see the trim in the correct fabric, sandwiched by the yoke and main panel.</div>
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Below, you can see what the clutch panel finally looks like. Do this for your other exterior panel as well.</div>
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Now you'll be pinning both exterior panels together, right sides facing each other. Match the dots you transferred over. Sew the panels together from the marking on the yoke, to that dot on both ends.</div>
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Take the bottom panel and pin it (right sides together) to one of the side exterior panels. Match the dots. Then you'll sew along that edge. This took me a while because I have a hard time sewing around a curve.</div>
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This is what it will look like. If you turn it right side out, you might do a little dance of excitement like me. It's starting to come together!</div>
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The only thing left to do is to clip around the curve. Make sure you DO NOT CUT INTO THE SEAM! It will just make a hole in your lovely clutch!</div>
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I recently got the chance to sew the <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/product/21128/The-Charm-Clutch-Pattern-by-Amy-Butler.html" target="_blank">Amy Butler Charm Clutch</a> and I'm very glad I did! Have you ever looked and looked for the perfect purse but can never seem to find it in the perfect style of color? Sewing your own, from a pattern or your own idea, is a great solution and not hard at all. With patterns, you can simply choose a style that you like and then order the fabric you want. It will match any dress, mood, or pair of shoes you own!</div>
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The Amy Butler Charm Clutch Pattern comes with a couple options. These range from handles to using a magnetic closure versus a zipper. I chose the latter to make sure items stay inside. The design also gives the option of adding an interior pocket panel and a cell phone pocket.</div>
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I received the fabric and pattern is this lovely package via the mail. The fabric was wrapped like a present in happy yellow tissue paper rather than simply being tossed into a box.</div>
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For the fabric, I chose these lovely florals that had a plum/burgundy type of base. The first one (left most on the image below) is called <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/product/21086/Honoka-Kiku-Claret.html" target="_blank">Honoka Kiku Claret</a> which had Japanese Style Flowers on a Claret Background. The center of the flowers are a mustard while the details are in the plum color. The second fabric is called <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/product/21101/Honoka-Japanese-Blossom-by-Anna-Griffin.html" target="_blank">Honoku Japanese Blossom created by Anna Griffin</a>. The center is almost a coral color with the lovely plum background. Both fabrics are perfect for fall!</div>
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Some think that using a pattern can get complicated with lots of pieces, terms, and instructions that make you wonder if you should retake your 5th grade reading class. This Amy Butler pattern is simple, came in a few pieces, and had easy to understand instructions with diagrams.</div>
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After opening the package, and squealing with delight, I set about reading the instructions and making sure I had all my materials ready. The back of the mini folder, where the pattern is contained, lets you know what you need. I purchased a zipper, interfacing of two types, and thread. A few things I had to dig out were: mat to cut on, rotary cutter, scissors (for thread, fabric, and paper), marking utensil, a ruler, and my sewing machine. A few extras? Coffee and music, great for making creative projects! Watch the video below if the following instructions don't really make sense.</div>
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The next step is to put your lovely fabric into the washer machine. I washed and dried mine as I normally would any 100% cotton fabric. While I waited for that, I cut out all the paper pattern pieces. Make sure to consistently cut around the items. Don't veer into, or outside the lines since it could cause issues later.</div>
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Once the fabric is dry, iron it, then snip off all the threads that have come loose on the ends. Finally, you get to actually cut your fabric and interfacing! BEFORE CUTTING: line up all the paper pieces on the corresponding fabric. If you're lining is a different fabric, make sure your lining paper is on that specific fabric. Double and triple check, pin the paper down, and cut. Mark all the extras such as dots that indicate starting and stopping points, lines for pleats, and measurements.<br />
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Now take your interfacing and get ready to cut it too. You can either cut them using the same method above or you could do what I did and iron on the interfacing onto the cut pattern pieces. Then cut around them.</div>
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Now take a break, refill your coffee cup, and move on to part 2! That's where I'll explain how to sew the exterior portion of the clutch. If you'd like to get ahead go to our youtube channel and watch the videos: <a href="http://fabricloverschannel./">FabricLoversChannel.</a><br />
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Here's what my completed clutch looks like from the outside:</div>
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855-697-8458Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16528937431266953436noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-23609252967164150252013-09-04T18:14:00.002-07:002013-09-04T18:14:19.357-07:00What Is Sailcloth And How Do You Care For It?Ever wanted to feel like a sailor, waterman, or even water lady? Sailcloth might be the cloth for you. I recently found out that this type of fabric is perfect for those of you that love to be on and around water. SailorBags were originally designed to meet the tough standards of sailors, but now have become popular for their fashionable yet practical features. FabricLovers has just started carrying a wide variety of SailorBags including laptop bags, totes and duffels perfect for keeping all your belongings clean, dry and organized.<br />
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<a href="http://www.thefreedictionary.com/sailcloth">The Free Dictionary</a> defines sailcloth as <span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">"a heavy cotton canvas or strong synthetic fabric used for making sails or tents." Essentially it's cloth that was designed to be used as sails. Sailcloth was normally made from flax, hemp or cotton in various forms including canvas. The word "duck" is usually used when talking about sails. This is because, according to <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sailcloth">Wikipedia</a>, the Dutch word for cloth is "Doek". When made of linen (flax), the sailcloth had poor resistance to the elements and would rot, be destroyed by the UV light, and absorb water. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">Because cotton was indigenous to the U.S., that's what we typically used for sails, but it didn't become popular worldwide until the use of sails started coming to an end. It was late in the 20th century when synthetics started being preferred Modern sails are made from synthetics such as nylon, polyester to aramids and carbon fibers. Cotton sailcloth though, is still used for upholstery, draperies, sportswear and anywhere a heavy duty cloth is required.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif;">The durable red </span>computer bag is made from genuine sailcloth and is as fashionable as it is durable. The linings are waterproof to help keep your laptop safe (Again, think busy college student).With a padded compartment that will hold up to a 17" laptop, an interior section zips closed for important papers and files and two slip in side pockets that are big enough for paper and magazines there is tons of room in this bag. Like all Sailor Bags there are plenty of interior pockets to keep small valuables such as wallets, cell phones and keys safe. Also included is a comfortable shoulder strap. If you are looking for a durable, function-able computer bag, this is for you!<br />
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This white large square Duffel Bag is made from a double layer of genuine sailcloth with a waterproof lining. This duffel is made to be tough and to keep contents dry. This duffel is large and meant to carry a weeks worth of clothes. There are plenty of interior pockets and one on the inside too, as well as a shoulder strap for easy carrying. I love this one because I hate carrying lots of different bags when on a road trip. With a bag like this, I simply stick all of my clothing options, makeup, and even a couple pairs of shoes. Perfect!<br />
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This blue durable backpack is made from genuine sailcloth and has three large compartments-all with waterproof linings. Handy pockets to keep valuables safe, there is also an outer mesh pocket to keep water bottles or shoes. Great for school, this backpack has plenty of room for textbooks and binders plus room for sports gear and lunch. Wide padded straps and back panel make this pack perfect for all day use.<br />
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Do you need a strong seam that will hide the fraying edge of the fabric? The Flat-Felled Seam is perfect for this because unlike a French Seam, it uses a double line of thread to hold the piece together versus just one. The flat-felled theme is typically used in sports garments since they require extra strength and reversible garments because it's a finished edge on both sides.<br />
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1. To begin the flat-felled seam, place the fabric pieces on your sewing table or surface with the wrong sides together. In the video you can see I marked mine with a "W" to show which side was the wrong side. If your fabric doesn't have a wrong side, even better! I used some scrap fabric but if you're using large pieces, it may be helpful to pin everything in place.<br />
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2. Sew a plain seam (I used 5/8 inch seam allowance) and then press it to one side. I then fold over both those edges and sew a seam of about 1/4 inch. While folding it over I ironed to to keep it in place. You can also pin your fabric if that helps.<br />
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3. Using the needle as a sewing guide, stitch the edge of the fold through all the layers of the fabric.<br />
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And your done! I haven't tried to do this type of seam on a curve but would imagine it be too hard and get too bulky. One thing I did wrong is not holding both sides out enough when sewing step 3. As you can see in the image, the fabric on one side bunches somewhat.<br />
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This seam is fairly simple and provides a great finished edge for many projects. Now you don't have to work around those fraying edges!<br />
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What do you think? Did I miss anything? If you have any questions or tips, please don't hesitate to comment or email me at Yasmine@FabricLovers.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-38220413726394823532013-08-07T16:43:00.000-07:002013-08-07T16:44:39.654-07:00How to Store FabricI tend to be the kind of girl that tosses her clothes onto the bedroom chair and lets it get higher than the rockies before actually putting it away. Same goes with fabric scraps. You know, those pieces of fabric that you can't really toss but can't really see yourself making a project with yet. Or maybe, like me, you get gifted fabric scraps from friends who are cleaning out their basements.<br />
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However you got them, you're now left looking for a way to store them. Luckily, I was able to stack mine in our linen closet, but you can try these tricks if your home is even smaller than mine.<br />
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1. Shelves and drawers: The simplest solution is to fold them nicely and place them in shelves or drawers. This might require you to find new homes or donate whatever was in that space to begin with but now you've got a little sanctuary for your fabric. Make sure to keep like with like. Try not to mix cottons with polyesters. You can even take it a step further and sort them by color or theme.<br />
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2. Under the bed storage: Although we didn't use these for fabric, we use them for items that don't get used in the current season. For example, under our bed, our container holds our heavy sweaters for winter. You can get them anywhere like Walmart.<br />
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4. You can even use those scraps as a decorative piece like <a href="http://prudentbaby.com/2009/11/prudent-home/quick-tip-fabric-scrap-storage-2/">Jaime from Pretty Prudent!</a><br />
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<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-72487510479588152372013-08-05T16:16:00.002-07:002013-08-05T16:16:58.237-07:00How To Sew A French SeamA French Seam is the perfect way to hide those unwanted fraying edges, especially when it comes to delicate or see through fabrics in things like lingerie. It's a pretty easy seam to create but please steer away from using it in curves as I've found that it often bunches.<br />
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Step 1: With your two pieces of fabric, make sure that the wrong sides (the inside part of the fabric) are facing each other and sew a 1/4" seam. Backstitch as needed.<br />
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Step 2: I then cut the seam to only 1/8" and fold the fabric right sides facing each other.<br />
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Step 3: Sew a 1/4" seam. You're done!<br />
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You've created a pocket that holds the fraying edge in place so that your project looks great, inside and out. Watch out video to see more details on how I sewed the sample piece. I suggest practicing on scraps first.<br />
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A lot of folks vary the size of the initial seam but as long as you find what's comfortable for you, you'll be fine!<br />
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~YasmineAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-29123240414174243132013-08-02T07:29:00.000-07:002013-08-02T07:29:15.727-07:00Friday Favorites: Pillowcases, Fabric Scraps, and ZippersWe've got tutorials, ideas on what to do with those pesky scraps, and a sneak peak at the zipper tutorial I'll be following next week!<br />
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Fabric scraps can sometimes take up a lot of room and make you confused as what to do with them. I found a couple of fun ideas on what to do with these pesky scraps. The best part? They can all take a day or less!<br />
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Zippers. These can be very hard for some to sew on. I'll be creating something small (using all those pesky scraps) while following a zipper sewing tutorial!<br />
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~YasmineAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-60210393403727732842013-07-26T09:03:00.000-07:002013-07-26T09:03:10.278-07:00Friday Favorites: Sabra, Wallet Patterns, and a Scrap Fabric PillowFrom a post by Sabra to our new video featuring a pillow sewed with scrap Fabric, it's been quite a week! We even have a new wallet pattern available for you to try your hand at!<br />
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<a href="http://fabricloversblog.blogspot.com/2013/07/whats-sabra-up-to-now.html">Sabra has posted her update</a> and boy, has she been busy! She used this pattern to make these lovely wallets!<br />
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Sabra: "I must say the Wonder Wallet pattern by <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/category/1411/Sewing-Patterns-by-Lazy-Girl-Designs-Joan-Hawley.html">Lazy Girl Designs</a> is one of my favorites! It's so fast and easy, and uses so little fabric, I make one to go with every purse from the scraps I have left over. I also love that they hold loose change, and the change doesn't fall out!"<br />
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Here's an image of the pattern. It's available at <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/product/21043/Wonder-Wallet-by-Lazy-Girl-Designs.html">Fabriclovers.</a><br />
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A special thanks goes to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lazygirl">Joan from Lazy Girl Designs!</a> She mentioned us on her Facebook and Twitter pages. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lazygirl">Check out her Facebook page!</a><br />
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Another thanks goes to one of our fans for pointing out that the image used in our Rotary Cutter post was wrong. Please see her video on how to properly hold a cutter without hurting yourself.<br />
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I've finished my second project. I created a pillow using the scraps left over from my very first quilt. You can see the video detailing the finishing touches below.<br />
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First off, for those who don't know me, I'm the original owner/creator of FabricLovers.com. I’m really excited about the energy and creative
ideas that Beth, Dean, and<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Yasmine have
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Even though I’m no longer running FabricLovers, I am still
involved with it--it is my baby, after all!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>I’ve been helping to bring Beth and Dean up-to-speed with the business,
discussing how to make things run smoothly, and offering support in any way
that I can. I am very thankful that they are serious about making it work and are
committed to the business. It’s nice to know that FabricLovers will be around
for a long time, and I look forward to shopping there myself!</div>
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Now that I'm not working full time at FabricLovers, I’ve
been able to get back into sewing, and I’m enjoying finishing projects that
have been waiting too long to get done. Take this quilt for example. This fabric came through the shop many years ago, and I just
loved it, and now I’m finally able to do something with it. I’ve finished the
top, and will be using this as a wall hanging.<br />
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I’ve also completed the <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/product/21043/Wonder-Wallet-by-Lazy-Girl-Designs.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;"><b>Wonder Wallets</b></span></a> pictured above and to the right. I must say the Wonder Wallet pattern by <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/category/1411/Sewing-Patterns-by-Lazy-Girl-Designs-Joan-Hawley.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;"><b>Lazy Girl Designs</b></span></a> is one of my favorites! It's so fast and easy, and uses so little fabric, I make one to go with every purse from the scraps I have left over. I also love that they hold loose change, and the change doesn't fall out! They are great travel wallets, but I find I use mine all the time, since I prefer to have less stuff to carry around. If you haven't tried a Wonder Wallet yet, you can <a href="http://www.fabriclovers.com/product/21043/Wonder-Wallet-by-Lazy-Girl-Designs.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;"><b>get the pattern here</b></span></a><b>; </b>however, I must warn you--they are addictive! But they do make great gifts, so you'll always have a reason to make more. :-)</div>
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For my two newest purses, I thought the pink fabric would be perfect for our
frequent trips to Mexico,
plus I just loved the colors of the main print. I made the purple purse for our most recent trip to Costa Rica. Most of this fabric has been sitting in
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One of the reasons we decided it
was time to transition out of FabricLovers is that my husband and I will be
moving to Costa Rica in four years—we’re just waiting for our youngest to
graduate high school. We’ve fallen in love with <a href="http://www.enjoylife4less.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;"><b>Costa Rica</b></span></a>, and have started up
a new venture helping people discover how to live better for less in that
beautiful country. That’s where our focus is now, and we’d love to have you
stay in touch with us, and share in our journey, on our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/EL4LinCR" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;"><b>Facebook page</b></span></a>,
<a href="http://puravidabound.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;"><b>Blog</b></span></a>, and/or <a href="http://www.enjoylife4less.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;"><b>Website</b></span></a>. I know many of you already have, and it’s so
special to see familiar faces—thanks! Also, we’re holding a Sweepstakes now through August 7th, so be sure to head over to our <a href="http://www.facebook.com/EL4LinCR" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;"><b>Facebook page</b></span></a>
and click on the “Win A Happier Book” icon to enter! </div>
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We just got back from another trip to Costa Rica, and thought you might enjoy this video we took at an animal rescue center there. The video is of our daughter and her friend holding baby Capuchin and Howler monkeys--and it ends with a surprise!<br />
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Well, that’s it for now, but I’m sure it won’t be the last
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---Sabra<br />
<br />Bethhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16528937431266953436noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-43847884603701071102013-07-24T04:00:00.000-07:002013-07-24T04:00:00.756-07:00Scrap Fabric Pillow: Finished!My pillow made of leftover fabric is finished! I really enjoyed this simple sewing project and can't wait to get started on more.<br />
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Wondering how I started making the scrap fabric pillow? <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bDQCVXIrXY&list=UUj9WAqzQfz1p-SZSqikMQ1Q">Check out the first video:</a><br />
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I loved this sewing project because, unlike the quilt, it only took me two sessions, was made with leftovers from a previous project, and can be used anywhere in the house, from the sofa to my daughter's room! The floral design isn't overwhelming and I just adore the baby pink and lime green on the back.<br />
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~Yasmine<br />
<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-8396917293621717692013-07-22T08:46:00.001-07:002013-07-22T08:46:23.978-07:00Rotary Tool Safety TipsSince purchasing my first rotary cutter, I realized that there's a lot of safety concerns when using it. A rotary cutter is perfect for streamlining the prep work before beginning to sew. Similar to a prep chef having sharp knives to cut the veggies and meats before the actual cooking gets started.<br />
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1. Purchase one with a safety. I didn't see any without a safety switch when I went to purchase mine but if you're in a hurry, you might get one without it. Don't do it! A safety shield will help prevent unwanted emergencies, especially if you have kids, animals, or even a roommate who wasn't paying attention.<br />
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2. Keep the safety shield closed, when not in use. I found that I have a bad habit of leaving it open after making a few cuts. This is bad. I wouldn't want to accidentally brush my hand on the blade and get cut. It's good practice to keep it closed after making a cut. There are some rotary cutters on the market that have a sort of trigger that you hold when cutting and release when finished. It pushes the blade out and in automatically.<br />
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3. Handle replacement blades properly. I haven't had to replace a blade yet but I already know to be careful. When in college, the students were constructing an elaborate project in which we used foam core. I used an exacto blade and continuously changed the dull blade without being careful. Needless to say, my foot was not happy about stepping on one of them. Be careful! Apparently many cutter blades are replaced by taking the nut and washer off. I will likely be wrapping masking take on the edges to avoid cutting myself while changing the blade.<br />
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4. Dispose of the rotary blades properly. Don't just toss them in the garbage! Wrap them up in paper and heavy duty tape or, if available, put them in the plastic container that the replacement blades came in. Place them in a trash can where children and pets don't have access.<br />
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5. Cut away from yourself and avoid crossing arms. This means you don't cut "backwards" and that you don't hold the ruler (if right-handed with your left hand and cross your arms to cut on the left side of the ruler. Simply turn the fabric and reposition.<br />
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~YasmineAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8163235029643078116.post-30769025272479049142013-07-19T11:20:00.000-07:002013-07-19T11:20:51.155-07:00Friday Favorites: Scrap Fabric, Sewing A Pillow, and My Next ProjectIt's finally Friday! I finally used up the leftover fabric scraps from my first quilt, found a video on the basics of cutting, and am planning my next project! Productivity has been my middle name this week!<br />
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I decided to make a pillow from the scraps of fabric I had leftover. What would go better with the quilt than a small pillow, right? The pillow isn't stuffed yet. I can't wait to finish it!<br />
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I also got my first rotary cutter and I love it. I had no idea how easy (and accurate) it would make everything! Love, love, love it. But then I realized that I needed to know the basics of cutting, just in case. So I came upon this great video:<br />
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Want to save money and stock up on fun holiday/Christmas fabric? Fabric Lovers is currently holding this lovely Gingerbread House fabric on sale! Check it out!<br />
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So after I finish the pillow, what's next? I really want to make another quilt but think a small project might be better until I get more practice. What do you think? Should I make a simple tote, another pillow, a table runner? So many ideas and so little time!<br />
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