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My crafty Christmas

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NinaLemon
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My crafty Christmas

I don't know if it was making the stockings or being pregnant but something has gotten me in the mood to sew this Christmas! Just wanted to share some of the projects I have finished so far:

Crayon Cozy for DSs friend:

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Hostess apron for my sister:
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tea wallets for a few people:
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Springy Coasters for my sister:
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Cargo Scarf for my SIL - it has pockets for a phone, wallet and ring for keys:

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Small peacock handbag for my Mom:
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"Shirt cuff Wallet" this is for my SIL who loves unique ways to re-purpose unused items, she is very green Chat Icon
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"buttercup bags" for SIL and aunt:
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I still have a few more things in the works - I am making father/son BBQ aprons and Christmas Card holders - my sewing machine is going to need a break after Christmas Chat Icon

Posted 12/16/10 12:03 PM
 
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MarathonKnitter
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Re: My crafty Christmas

you are awesome!!!!

i'm feeling very Chat Icon that i didn't craft this christmas because of school work. i hope to make up for it, next year!!!

Posted 12/16/10 3:29 PM
 

Lisa
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Re: My crafty Christmas

very cute!

I love that Cargo scarf! very unique!!

Posted 12/16/10 3:37 PM
 

yankinmanc
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Re: My crafty Christmas

Really awesome!! I want a sewing machine for Christmas this year! Good on ya!

Posted 12/16/10 4:47 PM
 

Heather
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Re: My crafty Christmas

I love the tea wallets - do you sell them?

Posted 12/17/10 11:17 AM
 

fujamaga
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Re: My crafty Christmas

sooo cute! I want to learn how to sew!

Posted 12/17/10 1:29 PM
 

NinaLemon
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Re: My crafty Christmas

Thanks so much guys Chat Icon

Libby - don't be disapointed normally I do one gift for everyone and assemble them akll assembly line style. I don't know what happened this year, I blame the insanity on being PG Chat Icon

Posted by Heather

I love the tea wallets - do you sell them?



I had never thought of selling them, but I'd be happy to figure something out for you if you want one. Chat Icon

Posted 12/17/10 2:16 PM
 

Peainapod
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Re: My crafty Christmas

thats a lot of fun stuff!!

Posted 12/20/10 9:58 AM
 

MrsH
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Re: My crafty Christmas

Everything is awesome!!! Do you use patterns? I inherited my mother's sewing machine, but I am a novice. I can sort of follow a pattern-I would love to make some of the stuff you did! If you do use patterns were do you find them?

Posted 12/23/10 3:37 PM
 

NinaLemon
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Re: My crafty Christmas

Posted by MrsH

Everything is awesome!!! Do you use patterns? I inherited my mother's sewing machine, but I am a novice. I can sort of follow a pattern-I would love to make some of the stuff you did! If you do use patterns were do you find them?




It depends on what I am making, but for these I did use patterns. Most of my quilting I design myself and I do have a tendency to just "figure out as I go" when I want to make something.

Here are the patterns:

Crayon ROll

Shirt Cuff Wallet

tea wallet

Buttercup Bag

peacock bag

Cargo Scarf

These are all pretty easy patterns, if you are just starting out I'd start with the crayon roll, tea wallet or cargo scarf - they use straight lines and basic sewing. The two bags are also easy, but require curved piecing. The peacock bag can be a little tricky because you have to be careful how you press your seams.

Have fun!

I forgot about the apron, it came from this book:

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http://www.amazon.com/New-Noel-Leisure-Arts-4139/dp/1601404336

Message edited 12/23/2010 8:26:04 PM.

Posted 12/23/10 8:24 PM
 

MrsH
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Re: My crafty Christmas

Posted by NinaLemon

Posted by MrsH

Everything is awesome!!! Do you use patterns? I inherited my mother's sewing machine, but I am a novice. I can sort of follow a pattern-I would love to make some of the stuff you did! If you do use patterns were do you find them?




It depends on what I am making, but for these I did use patterns. Most of my quilting I design myself and I do have a tendency to just "figure out as I go" when I want to make something.

Here are the patterns:

Crayon ROll

Shirt Cuff Wallet

tea wallet

Buttercup Bag

peacock bag

Cargo Scarf

These are all pretty easy patterns, if you are just starting out I'd start with the crayon roll, tea wallet or cargo scarf - they use straight lines and basic sewing. The two bags are also easy, but require curved piecing. The peacock bag can be a little tricky because you have to be careful how you press your seams.

Have fun!

I forgot about the apron, it came from this book:

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http://www.amazon.com/New-Noel-Leisure-Arts-4139/dp/1601404336



Wow thanks so much!

Posted 12/26/10 11:49 AM
 

ArmyOfBabies
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Re: My crafty Christmas

OMG Everything came out amazing!!!!!

Posted 12/29/10 9:34 AM
 

debidonnamom
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Re: My crafty Christmas

Jeannine, you do fabulous work!!!! The sewing craft, is one I haven't been blessed with!!! Mary

Posted 12/29/10 11:12 AM
 

Christine
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Re: My crafty Christmas

You made such beautiful gifts! Thanks for sharing the links.

Posted 12/29/10 11:44 AM
 

NinaLemon
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Jeannine

Re: My crafty Christmas

Wow, thanks guys Chat Icon Chat Icon

Everyone seemed really happy and excited by the gifts, which of course made me super happy and excited too Chat Icon

Posted 12/30/10 8:04 AM
 

brownie
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Re: My crafty Christmas

I LOVE the tea wallets, what a great idea!

Posted 12/30/10 8:50 PM
 

computergirl
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Re: My crafty Christmas

I love the tea wallets too! In fact you inspired me to try and make a couple (I am NOWHERE near your skill level, but the tea wallets seem doable for me with their straight lines, lol)

Posted 1/1/11 9:45 AM
 

NinaLemon
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Re: My crafty Christmas

Posted by computergirl

I love the tea wallets too! In fact you inspired me to try and make a couple (I am NOWHERE near your skill level, but the tea wallets seem doable for me with their straight lines, lol)



That is awesome, be careful though, they get addicting because they go so quickly Chat Icon! You'll have to post pics when you are done! Have fun making them!Chat Icon

Posted 1/1/11 8:05 PM
 

Heather
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Re: My crafty Christmas

I ordered the tea wallets from her and I absolutely LOVE them.

Thanks soooo much Jeannine

Posted 1/4/11 11:35 PM
 

kimbalina
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Re: My crafty Christmas

Wow that is great!! You made some lovely things.

Posted 1/13/11 11:16 AM
 

pig22seal
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Re: My crafty Christmas

Oh my gosh....YOUR GOOD!!!! Chat Icon Chat Icon Chat Icon Chat Icon Chat Icon

i love everything...you should go into business!

Posted 1/16/11 6:25 PM
 
 

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