Get started on Christmas early this year.....

Do you have lots of wonderful ideas for holiday decorating or gifts? I always have a huge list and very rarely get it accomplished. So, this year I'm going to help you along a little bit and maybe it will help me, too. Do you have knitters in your life? Here are two projects directed at knitters and both would make great gifts:

This is the Sticks and Stuff kit.  This pattern is Sticks & Stuff by This & That.  This kit contains fabrics to create 1 large pouch, 1 small pouch, and the needle case. Sizes: Small Pouch - 8" x 10", Large Pouch - 12" x 11" Needle Case - 12" x 12".

This is the Venti Tote kit.  This bag would make it a great project bag or a great going to the pool bag. Finished size: 20" high x 23" wide.    

As with all of my kits, the fabrics can be swapped out with other fabrics.  However, I do reserve the right to adjust the price.

Hope you're inspired to create something.

Happy Stitching!

New Project of the Week

This week's Project of the Week is the Venti Tote Bag pattern by Purse Strings:

This is a nice big tote with the size being approximately 20" tall by 23" wide. I have created a kit with the summer season in mind - going to the pool, the beach, etc. The fabric selection are below:

The Venti Tote bag kit comes with 1 3/4 yards each of the top to fabrics, 3/4 yard of the bottom fabric, 2 3/4 yards of Peltex 72F, and the Venti Tote Bag pattern by Purse Strings. Remember when purchasing a project of the week in the kit form, the pattern is 25% off but only during the week it's the project of the week.

As always, if you want to create your own kit, let me know. All you need to do is pick the fabrics and I will recalculate the price.

Remember this tote bag will make a great bag for knitting projects, quilting projects, or stashing the kids' toys.

Happy Sewing!

Inspiration....

Today's inspiration is a Valentino Large Petale Tote:

Lovely, isn't it? Now for the details. This bag is made with a rubberized cotton fabric (what's that??) with leather straps, gold hardware, a magnetic snap, and metal feet. The strap has a 9" drop. Inside there is a zip pocket, a cell pocket, and an open pocket. It has a nylon lining. Size: 12" h x 15 3/4" w x 7 1/4" d. Price tag: $1795.00.

Here's a pattern that has a similar flower:

It's the Kimi Rose tote pattern by Purse Strings. Inside find two large pockets for all those "girl" items and a magnetic snap closure. Size: 13' high x 17" wide x 6" deep. It is very easy to add a zip pocket, leather straps (I can order just about any color and length), and feet. Even if you made this out of a silk dupioni, you should be able to create this for under $100.00.

Hope you're inspired to recreate a designer look.

Happy Stitching!

65 days till Christmas

There is just 65 days left till Christmas. How's your list coming along? Here's a few more ideas for those with laptops or those who will be receiving laptops for Christmas:

Laptop cover & MP3 case pattern by Amy Butler - Midwest Modern. This pattern. This pattern has a customizable laptop cover and various sizes of the MP3 case covers.










Covered Up Laptop Satchel pattern by Vanilla House Designs. Size: 14" x 16".











Manhattan Messenger Bag pattern by Purse Strings. Bag size - 13"h x 15"w x 4". A nice big bag.











Wall St Accessory Bags pattern by Purse Strings. This pattern was designed as a companion for the Manhattan Messenger Bag pattern. It contains a padded, zippered laptop sleeve which you can customize to fit your laptop; and a bundle bag to hold all the cables and charger.







Remember, I will create kits that include that pattern, fabric, and any notions that I may carry. Just let me know if you're interested.

Happy Sewing!

Shop Talk - Purse Strings has arrived.

Purse Strings has finally arrived. Here's a sample of a couple of the bags:

This is the Scottsdale Satchel pattern. This is a very roomy bag at 11" x 19". This has outside pockets and inside pockets. Don't forget the grommets for this one!











This is the The Annabel bag pattern. This bag is the delightful mix of strip piecing and decorative stitching. The size of this bag is 7 1/2" X 14 3/4". This would be a great way to play with the decorative stitches on your machine(s).










Don't forget to check out the What's New section at the store. Not only will you find several of the Purse Strings bag patterns but it is packed with new items this week with more coming.

Happy Sewing!