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May 9, 2008 Sewing + Fashion Project
I love a good tote. One with lots of room. And perfect-sized pockets for all the things that I want to tote around. As sewers, we know the best way to get that good tote is to make it ourselves. So here, kind reader, is a tote project just for you.
It comes from the book Quilted Bags and Totes by Denise Clason. The distinctive designs, diverse fabrics, easy-to-follow techniques featured in this spectacularly illustrated guide give you the techniques and inspiration to create your own stylish—yet practical—bags. Inside you will find, a diverse selection of casual, working, dressy and sporty bags, more than 175 detailed color photos and illustrations that show each detail and full-size tissue paper patterns.
To download a free pdf for this project, click here.
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To purchase a copy of Quilted Bags and Totes by Denise Clason, click here for US sales and here for UK sales.
Am I sitting comfortably?!
Hi - Jen here again! Am recovering from a weekend painting my kitchen chairs (or at least sanding, cleaning and priming them). When does the fun coloured paint bit begin!? Anyway, while picking out paint colours (pale blue and green) my mind naturally drifted to fabric - how could I incorporate some? So thought I'd make some cushion covers and add comfy padding to the seats. There are lots of slipcover and cushion projects about, so started by flicking through Custom Slip Covers Made Easy and Slipcover Style. I think cushions might be the best way to go, adding ties to keep them on the chairs and maybe some cute covered buttons.
Well, I'm off soon to start on the painting bit (finally), which will give me more time to dream of fabric . . .












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