Do you wish you could use large spools of thread with a regular sewing machine? Well here’s helpful sewing tip…Use a wide mouth mason jar. You heard me…use a mason jar. I’ve stopped buying small spools of thread, because I got so tired of wondering… Did I use this spool in my last project? Do I…
Tag: Textile
Pink- Is it a Hit or Miss?
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…
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…
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…
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…
Coin Purse- Is it a Hit or Miss!
Hello everyone, my favorite time of the week is here… It’s Hit or Miss time! I’ve taken a liking to coin purses lately, and wanted to share my latest up-cycled canvas fabric combination. Using the brown fabric with light blue polka dots, accompanied with a paisley lining keeps the coin purse modern, and playful. The one featured here is 5″x5″. What do you…
La Cartera’s Retail Display.
Last week I was frantically sewing to prepare for my first display at BELL Treasures! Our “Boutique” space is so much fun to visit. Although, there was added pressure to make purses when I heard about the Centerfest! I got it done. Cross body bags, totes, wallets, coin purses and clutches are available. Here are the other…
Boho-Chic Purse: Hit or Miss?
It’s that time again! I’ve been working on this tote inspired boho-chic purse. Tell what you think…Is it a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? I found these textiles at JoAnn’s Fabric store. The dark brown textile has a raised print that almost looks quilted, and the Waverly canvas print compliments one another very well. I think this could…
What’s Your Passion?
Feature Post of Carolyn and La Cartera! Carolyn found her passion in antiques and collectibles. She adores her milk glass finds at estate sales, auctions and flea markets. Not wanting to be just another collector, she decided to sell her great finds at Bell Treasures. After a year of selling her goods in the basement level…
Fall Collection! Is it a Hit or Miss?
Hello everyone, it’s “Hit or Miss time”! This is the beginning of my fall collection. I’ve added a matching wallet and attached a key fab inside the tote bag. I think with two inside pockets this tote can handle any girls needs. What do you think? Is this the makings of a Hit or Miss??? Here’s…
A Fall Mood
Since Fall is almost here – I had to find fabrics for my collection. I found canvas fabrics on sale at 50% off the regular price while shopping at my local JoAnn Fabric Store. My favorite color for the fall and winter season is “you guessed it…” brown. Black and greys are every girls staple color too, but…
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