Lately I’ve been getting the urge to make a costume dress.
Whatever for? To wear on the trolley and get my picture taken. [If I ever do this I will blog about it. You can be sure of that!]
Silly, I know with all the myriad other things I could sew.
Still when I go browse the [...]
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Mrs. Sew and Sew
Today I come before you to reveal the secret identity of this table/chest of drawers.
It’s actually a sewing desk with storage and it’s very cool/awesome/neat/whatever word you prefer.
My sewing machine is easily tucked away in this cupboard where it is surrounded by wood and protected from flying objects or spilled drinks. Not that either of [...]
Have a Heart Jean Bag
This casual style Jendi Jean Bag is made from a pair of Candies Capris.
15 inches wide at the top.
Approx. 9 inches deep.
1 inside pocket, 5 outside, and you can hide something between the liner and purse by using the front zipper.
Selling for $22.00 + S & H.
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More info [...]
Turquoise Button Bag
This is a white pair of Levi’s upcycled into a small bag.
Almost eleven inches wide, this bag is lined with a blue polyester material. It closes with a snap at the top of the six inch deep bag.
The outside pockets are all usable and you could hide something in between the lining and purse [...]
Itty Bitty Butterfly Bag
You can own this small bag for $15.00 + shipping.
It used to be a baby’s Old Navy jean skirt for size 6-12 months.
Lined with a handkerchief and closed with a snap this bag measures approx. 10 inches wide by 6 inches deep with handles 5 1/2 inches away from the bag.
There are 3 open pockets [...]
Stick With Me Please
To all my regular readers:
That big number in your feed reader doesn’t mean that I have suddenly been more prolific in my writings. I’m writing a post and link for each Jendi Jean Bag that I have available for sale.
The boutique where I sold my bags is closing and possibly opening in a new [...]
Lightning Bolt Jendi Jean Bag
This black & white bag was suggested by Bridget and is available for $25.00 + shipping.
It is made from a pair of Gap capris size 2. [Size 2!? No, they weren't mine. LOL]
The top is about 14 inches wide and closes with a black zipper. The bag is approx. 8 1/2 inches deep [...]
First Jean Bag
This bag made from a Paris Blues Jean Skirt is available for sale for $11.00 plus shipping.
That is a discount price because this is the first Jendi Jean Bag that I made. I have improved with each one I’ve made. No brag, just fact.
The straps are 9 1/2 inches from [...]
I Always Liked Matching Clothes
The challenge: Make 3 pairs of culottes for my 3 yo, 2yo, and I with 3 yards of material.
The verdict: After an hour and a half of trying 3 different patterns…and lots of sighing…it just couldn’t be done.
The resolution: Make a skirt for me and culottes for the girls.
We wore them a [...]
Nap On the Lawn Anyone?
Welcome! Another week has flown by and it’s time for Show & Tell at Kelli’s.
Today I’m showing my king size bedspread/quilt. No, I don’t sleep in the yard, but the light is much better outside.
I designed it. My Mom sewed it. The hardest part was making sure that both sides stayed [...]
