Fabric folder

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I made myself a small fabric folder this weekend. I needed something to hold my pattern file cards since having them scattered throughout the sewing room wasn't working for me. When I create a new design or pattern, I write down measurements along with small diagrams on basic file cards. I found that, for me, these were easier to keep track of than muslin or plasic templates. To provide structure, I inserted pieces of cardboard behind the pocket sleeves... I also used an iron on vinyl to…

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I can't believe that summer is almost over and everyone is getting their kiddos ready to go back to school. In our Back To School themed sewing camp this week

I spent much of this afternoon making several of these little lined burlap sleeves. Nathan is going to use them to give his client couples their wedding picture CDs. (He takes such good care of people!) I got the instructions here. I wanted to show you because this is definitely a tutorial worth bookmarking. You could adjust the measurements and make a little sleeve/ cozy for just about anything... ipod, camera, gift cards or business cards, a big one for a laptop sleeve... you could think…

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I opened a Christmas gift early (an entire week ago) and squealed with delight and excitement. Chaz got me the new iPad Mini for Christmas, wrapped it all up, and hid it under our tree. Per agreement, he also got to open one of his gift early. I'll save the photos for a later post... the facial expressions were hilario

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Remember at school when you would cover all your folders and exercise books in wrapping paper to keep them protected (and looking super cool and reflective of your personality, obviously)? Well, this stash-busting DIY is kind of like that, only way better. These sweet little fabric covered folders make the perfect gif

There are millions of yummy recipes all over the internet with more being added to blogs and websites on a daily basis. Well, I don’t know about you but I can’t keep up with them in just a digital format. I need hard copies so I can take notes on what ingredients I’ve substituted, measurements […]