Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I’ve been working on colorful cosmetic bags, and I’m still working on the right amount of vinyl and fusible vinyl to use, but I had to share another look. I will post a product review on the fusible vinyl soon. So while I aim for…
A Frugal Pattern Making Pursuit
If you love to copy sewing patterns, or if you make your own sewing patterns here’s a cost saving tip for you! Trace your pattern onto a paper drop cloth, which can be found at your local hardware store in the paint section. This recycled paper roll is 140-ft x 2.33 ft., and cost between $5-$10. If you…
For the love of purple
Wanted to share the newest addition to the vinyl cosmetic bag line.
Tips for Sewing Leather
The love hate relationship I have with sewing leather has forced me to seek help to improve this relationship. My problems were solved with a simple can of WD-40 and a leather sewing needle. That’s right WD-40, or you can use sewing machine oil. I read through many tips and watched YouTube videos that suggested buying a roller foot, or walking…
Cosmetic Bag- Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! Introducing the cosmetic bag! Everyone’s asking for a cosmetic bag, and I’m in the process of perfecting the look. What do you think? Is it a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? I choose a bright colorful fabric with a clear…
ShopRagHouse
I had to share this post. Share your fashion designs at ShopRagHouse.
When do you use spray adhesive?
Do you use spray adhesive when fusible interfacing is just not in the budget? Or, the quilt batting is driving you insane when it shifts around? I found Dritz Spray Adhesive at JoAnn Fabric store, and Amazon for $12-$15 (USD) . It is a bit pricey, but I never buy it unless I have a store coupon. I use this spray as a temporary adhesive spray on nonfusible interfacing, stabilizers…
E-Tablet Clutch Tutorial
The e-tablet clutch tutorial offers a creative and unique design that allows you to store, or carry your electronic tablets and readers. K&C Supplies provided the zipper, toggle button and the adorable snowflake zipper pull. My fabric choices for this tutorial are vintage wool as my primary fabric, and leather that I upcycled from a leather trench coat found at a second hand store for $14.00. Go ahead…
E-Tablet Clutch- Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! You get the first look at the e-tablet clutch! The perfect clutch to carry your electronic tablet, Kindle, and much more. What do you think? Is it a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? I used the toggle button, zipper and zipper…
Free Sewing Supplies in Exchange for a Tutorial
I’ve been selected to participate in Totally Tutorials Free Supplies for Tutorials Exchange, and K & C Supplies is the gracious sponsor for this event. Thank you Totally Tutorials for making the connection! I’m so excited, because I just received my supplies today! If you love to sew, and need zippers, buttons, or zipper pulls click on the…
Animal Prints- Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I’ve never been an animal print type of gal, but these prints caught my eye! “People can change….” I’m still a little shy of the prints so I was a bit conservative with the tote bag creations. I do plan to have a little fun with…
Backpack Purse- Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I want to introduce the backpack purse! I had so much fun creating this purse that I forgot to add pockets to this prototype. I plan to improve this pattern and make a tutorial of this in the upcoming weeks. What do you…
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