Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Another fall.............

.....summer of 2011 is coming to an end, kids are back in school, the weather is getting a little cooler and it's time to put the sewing machine in high gear!

Some of the things I will be posting about will be frugal quilting, re-using fabrics, life in general and maybe a coherent thought or two!  I am still doing custom sewing for clients but enjoy just making what I want, when I want so will be sharing these with you.....if you have any comments, tips or want to talk...please feel free to do so.........would like to make this our little sewing circle on the web.

Lately, I have been making a lot of aprons as these seem to sell well....I use a pattern similar to those made in the 30's and 40's, with pockets, trimmed with ric-rac, and fabrics typical of that era.  I have also made matching sunbonnets to match!  I will post some pictures of them shortly (meaning as soon as I buy batteries for the camera!)

Another good seller this year has been purses......made from vintage cutter quilts, re-cycled denim and vintage trims......all lined and machine washable.

As a former brick and mortar quilt shop owner, I still sell new fabrics, vintage fabrics, out of print books and patterns and teach classes.  In this economy, I keep my prices low and still make enough to get by on.......

Please respond and let me know what you are interested in reading..........from quilting and sewing questions, everyday goings on, or just say hi!

Quilting thought............don't be intimidated by all the new fangled products on the market....granma didn't have them and she made some beautiful things............a basic sewing machine, good scissors, basic geometry and gorgeous fabric is all it takes!

........have a blessed day!