Project Reorganization - Done!

Wow - that took a lot longer than I thought it would!  I started sorting through my sewing closet yesterday and only got through organizing my fabric stash.  Today I went through everything else and then put it all back in :)  It's amazing how much fabric I actually have and I found a few pieces I had forgotten about - including some vintage buttons, notions and fabric.  I posted a bunch of pictures on flickr about my cleaning project :)  Now to relax a little bit and then pick out a new sewing project!

Flickr Favorites :: 4

1. My new fabric cabinet!, 2. Buttercup Bag: Citrus Delight, 3. 2233-01, 4. Scrappy, 5. Untitled, 6. patchwork cushion, 7. Fruity geometric embroidery, 8. Joseph's Coat Pillow - it's done!, 9. i stitched a bag.

Crafty Book Challenge - January

I finished my Crafty Book Challenge - January project!  I actually made 2 projects from the same book (Sew What - Fleece!) I used a bright purple fleece from Joann's (the buttons are from Joann's as well) and made up the Cupcake Hat and the Neck Warmer.  I also made up a pair of wristwarmers.  I have seen these all over the internet and I saw a fleece pair on etsy that I tried to replicate.  I love my new set - and it was super easy to make!  Make sure you stop by and check out what everyone is making (just follow the link above).  :)  Next up is some serious reorganizing in the sewing area.  Then I'd like to work on more small clutch bags for my friend's shop and a purse for myself!  :)  Happy Sewing!

Project Reorganization

Once I'm done with the Crafty Book Challenge project I am working on for January (should be done within the next day or so :) I need to reorganize my sewing space - check out these two pictures - what a mess! No wonder I can't find things! Hopefully I can get this done over the weekend. I find a clean space brings lots of inspiration - I always find things I didn't remember that I had!

Here's a sneak peak at what I'm working on right now. This is a neckwarmer from Sew What - Fleece. I'm also making a hat and maybe gloves or wrist warmers. Should have the whole set done by the weekend :) What are you working on?

Saturday

I went to Joann's this morning and used one of my gift cards.  I got a few new patterns, some purple fleece, buttons, thread and the new issue of Stitch Magazine.  This magazine is so worth the price, you get a bunch of great projects with full-size patterns.  Here are a few I'd like to try from this issue:

Maybe I should also be doing a Crafty Magazine Challenge, I have so many that are filled with great projects!  The purple fleece and buttons I got are for the Crafty Book Challenge.  I needed to find a new project and it has been so cold and snowy around here, I thought a fleece project would be just right! 


Hopefully I can get a little sewing done this weekend.  I started work on another top, but I messed up the sleeves and just wasn't happy with it so into the barrel it went!  I may get some more of the fabric if it is still available.  It was so soft and pretty - I may just make it up in the pattern I used last time.  Happy Sewing!

Flickr Favorites :: 3

1. Studio E Slouchy Bag, 2. bracelet bag, 3. Vintage Wallpaper, 4. The Owl Bowling Team with Ball, 5. New project, 6. {Aqua & Tangerine} Mini Log Cabins, 7. February Display, 8. Amy Butler & Small Floral Bag Set, 9. Built By Wendy Top (again)

Flickr Favorites :: 2

1. Small Matryoshka Mini Snap Wallet, 2. Black Snowflake Pyrex Collection, 3. baby gifts, 4. { A Girl's Best Friend }, 5. After: Kitchen, facing north, 6. Polka dot tote bag, 7. Stack of Dreams, 8. Fiona Handbags, 9. Burda 7587