Shop Talk for Spring

Although it is snowing here, it is suppose to be spring time. There is a sale at ebay for all things Strawberry.  This will be through Saturday, April 14, 2012. 

Did you know that I now carry all 6 sizes of the Lazy Girl Design's Bag-E-Bottoms? Size A will fit any handbag with a bottom size from 4 1/4" x 11 1/4" to 5 1/4" x 12 1/4".   Size B will fit any handbag with a bottom from 3 3/4" x 4 3/4" to 4 3/4" x 9 3/4".  Size C will fit any handbag with a bottom from  3 3/4" x 12 1/4" to 4 3/4" x 13 1/2".  Size D will fit any handbag with a bottom from 5" x 11 1/4" to 6 3/4" x 12 1/4".  Size E will fit any bag with a bottom size of 7 1/4" x 7 1/4" up to 8 1/2" x 8 1/2".  Size F will fit any handbag with a bottom from: 4" x 10 3/8" to 4 1/2" x 10 7/8".

The Fabric Lover's Slouch Bag pattern (SND431) by Seams and Dreams is back in stock. This sewing pattern contains instructions and templates to create your own version of the Fabric Lover's Slouch Bag. Pattern includes 3 versions. Approximate size: 15" x 34" x 5".

The new Colette patterns have been ordered.  The new patterns are all about summer with 2 dresses and shorts.  Shipping from Colette will start on April 16, 2012.  So, hopefully, they will be instock by April 23, 2012.  I'll announce when they arrive.

Are you ready for summer get togethers with family and friends?  Here are a couple of options for casserole carriers:

This is the Quick Casserole Cover pattern by Legacy.  This cover fits both the 13" x 9" pan and 8" x 8" pan.

For a little differnt look, the Home Cooking casserole cover pattern by Among Brenda's Quilts. This sewing pattern contains instructions, measurements, and templates to create your own versions of the Home Cooking Casserole Cover. This cover converts into a table runner making it a perfect accent. It's insulated so your items will stay piping hot or nice and cool. Two sizes: 9" x 13" version measures 16" x 36", 8" x 8" version measures 10 1/2" x 34 1/2".

Need a pack that will keep your items nice and cool?  Try this:

This is the Insulated Cold Pack Market Bag pattern by Legacy. This is a nice generous size of approximately 20" x 15" x 6" featuring side handles for easy out of the way loading.

Hope you are inspired.

Happy Sewing!

Holidays are coming....

The holidays are almost here with 9 days left till Thanksgiving and 38 days left till Christmas. If you're going to to visit family or friends for dinners, here's a couple of items for taking your items:

First is the Kitchen Duo pattern by Great Copy. This pattern is for an oven mitt and a casserole carrier. The casserole carrier can be used with a wide variety of shapes and sizes up to 9" x 13".


Second is the Home Cooking casserole cover pattern by Among Brenda's Quilts. This casserole cover converts to a table runner. It comes in two sizes: 9" x 13" version measures 16" x 36", 8" x 8" version measures 10 1/2" x 34 1/2".

Here's a couple of gift ideas for the sewer:

First, is the Pen Style Chaco Liner gift set by Clover. This set contains one each of the five available colors.


Next, is the Grip-n-Press ironing sheet by Bear Threads Designs. This is a multi-purpose ironing sheet that will protect your ironing board from fusible. Size: 12 1/2" x 17".

More to come later.

Happy Sewing!