Christmas Gifts, Round 1 – Large Handbags
I am so annoyed – I already gave out one gift and forgot to take photos! I’ll have to get some when I visit.
Here are the 2 bags I made – one for my mom, and one for my mother-in-law.
Each has one exterior side pocket, one interior side pocket with elastic, 2 interior larger side [...]
Plans
I talked before about figuring out what I want to do. I love sewing. I love creating things. There is very little time for that anymore. It’s sad. But I’m feeling like I’m cleaning things up and simplifying, with the end of the year, and I hope to have a more clear vision for the [...]
Another reason
… to love Amy Butler. Check out the video.
Christmas Presents
I’m making 2 bags for presents. Luckily I doubt the intended recipients will see this, so I can post my progress. The bags will be similar to the diaper bag I made before. This is the outside of both bags – the blue version of the same fabric used for the diaper bag.
Each will have [...]
Concern Over New Consumer Protection Laws
Now, the issues of lead and chemicals in children’s items concerns us all. But the new law from the Consumer Protection Safety Commission is going too far. I’m afraid so many people will go out of business – both large and small businesses.
I don’t claim to understand all the details, but I’ve read some great [...]
The Right Decision
Apparently, my decision for December is a good one … my fortune cookie today says “You should be able to undertake and complete anything”.
I have the fabric I need to make the presents and I hope to start the prep work tonight. Photos soon.