I love roman shades for their simple style and versatility. They look good on there own or can be paired with long curtains. I made a lot of these shades for my previous home and a couple for the one that I live in now. You can pretty much use any fabric, but I've found using a heavy weight cotton decorator fabric or cotton duck works best. Plus, you don't need to line the shade with these types of fabrics.
I needed a new wallet. I sat down and thought about how I used my previous wallet, and what items I would want in a new design to suit my needs. As it turns out, I wanted a wallet that would hold my money, credit cards, change, and cell phone. Maybe even my keys or some sunglasses if room spared. I wanted a wallet with a leather exterior, 2 inner pockets, and lots of pockets for credit cards or other annual membership cards.
This tote is lined for extra strength. It also features two pockets on the front, so you don't have to go digging around in a huge bag for your keys. Because keys are heavy, so they go all the way to the bottom and you end up having to pull everything out to find them.
With this easy zipper pouch, you can have a safe place to store them. Plus, I don't know about your kids, but mine love having their own little bags and pouches to store things in. And use to smuggle toys to school in their backpacks.
I've seen clutches around with a large bow on the front. The ones I've seen use zippers. I love the idea of the big bow in front, but I wanted to use magnetic purse closures instead of a zipper. So this version was born.
It goes together quickly and easily. The bottom of the bag is rounded, as is the top of the exterior pocket and the tab closure. There are three versions of the bag, each with its own list of supplies, cutting layout diagrams and checklist. The instructions have diagrams to help you through the assembly.
Valentine's Day is such a fun holiday. I love hearts, candy, and the colors pink and red...and I especially love having a reason to give sweet little treats and gifts to family and friends.
If you live in a cold climate, I'm sure it feels like spring and summer are very distant. Fortunately, they're right around the corner and since it's never too early to start dreaming about blooming flowers and sunny days, here's a mid-winter project that is sure to fill you with warm thoughts.
Drawstring bags are a very simple and extremely versatile project. I love that they can be constructed in less than an hour and have a whole myriad of uses. Here are a few ways that I have found them to be especially useful:
Always up for a creative challenge, I decided to use the Talbots bag as inspiration. So this is my version, a similar tote style, with a bit more flair and durability. And, so that you can try your hand at creating your own, here's the longest tutorial I have attempted to date. Fasten your seat belts...
April’s little tote is the perfect size for a picnic lunch on a summer day. The lining is made with canvas and has a pocket hanging from the top edge of the bag for your phone and keys. The outside of the bag is made out of cotton linen. It is simply constructed and a perfect afternoon project. ENJOY!!!!
Ready for another variation on an all-purpose tote?
This bag is super simple,but it gets "dressed-up" with two coordinated exterior fabrics, some fun braided handles made from clothesline (How cool is that?) and some metal grommets.
Here is another fun tote tutorial for you. I love simple totes that have the added sophistication of some interesting fabric and/or hardware! In this case I dressed this tote up with some faux leather for the base and black leather handles.
Step-by-Step Sewing Tutorial. DIY Travel Jewellery Pouch Bag. Here it is! I promised that I'd do a tute on creating a jewlery pouch and I'm holding my word. It's taken some time as I've been busy, but my niece's birthday is coming up and I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to make her something nice and create the tute at the same time.
I woke up early this morning with a mission to create a quick and easy summer tutorial. I just wasn't sure what it was going to be....that is until I came across these fun handbag handles I had bought months ago.
I have received so many compliments on my simple totes - I wanted to share how to make them with you. This tutorial will be somewhat limited on pictures, but if you have just a little sewing experience, you won't need a ton of pictures - this is pretty straight-forward!
Whether you are headed to the beach, the pool, or a backyard BBQ, you can carry your summer treats in a lovely insulated tote that will not only keep your food cool but offer up some fashion, functionality and discussion topics as well.
Starting this month, our city’s stores won’t be providing paper or plastic bags for free, to encourage the use of reusable bags. We’ve been getting into the habit for a while, but we will definitely need more bags.
