Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Needles-n-Pins Stitcheries: Fall Fabrics

Well fall is definitely beginning to creep up on us up here in the north country. Trees are starting to lighten up some and a few bushes are getting a few yellow leaves on them. The fireweed is dying back so that is a sure sign of fall is just around the corner.

So with that said I thought maybe some of my fellow sewers out there are beginning to start their fall sewing projects so I thought I would show you some great Etsy shops that have some wonderful fall fabric.

Fall is my favorite time of the year and with fall/autumn comes the beautiful colors of the leaves. Mariascraft has this wonderful maple leaf pattern fabric with all the wonderful fall colors. 



All the trees are in such beautiful colors in the fall and Meanderingthread has this pretty fabric of fall trees and the pretty colors of fall. 




Of course acorns are a big part of the fall/autumn season so this fabric from Thespincycle can be used for whatever fall project you are working on. 




And of course what is one of the great things about fall......yep......time for pumpkins and QuiltsFabricandmore has this great pumpkin fabric. Almost makes you want to make some pumpkin pies, but this is for later in the fall. :)




So whatever fall/autumn sewing project you are working on there are so many great and wonderful fabrics to work with. I think I am going to get busy on those few fall UFO's I need to finish up! :)


Have fun sewing!! 

Colleen :)







Monday, August 18, 2014

Jacquie's Up-Cycle Nation: Kitchen Kitsch

Back to school often means back to the family kitchen but it doesn't have to be all school lunches and practicality.  Celebrate the return of the daily routine with kitchen kitsch that is far from ordinary.  These Etsy up-cycle artists know what's cooking!
Add a bistro feel to meal prep with inspirational chalkboard art!  BeeCuriousDesigns transforms old cabinet doors into magic works of art to get the gas range flames burning.
 Give yourself the gift of a  fresh journal for recording favorite recipes and inventing new delights. Turn to ARMINHO for recycled paper journals with an airy and natural feel.
 Dress up the refrigerator with whimsical button magnets from JuNkTfUnK . This Etsy up-cycler also offers magnets and notebooks in a wide variety of school age pop culture.  Something for the grown ups and the kiddos for the new school year!
The morning grind loves kitschy accessories too! Spoil yourself with an artisan coffee scoop made from natural woods by the fine folks at TheArtisansCottage.   Newly born on Etsy July 2014, this shop is sure to be one to watch!
Back to school calls for time management and organization so get on board with canister sets to keep all the key ingredients front and center.  Score this gorgeous copper set from MonsieurLouis and take time to shop the romance of French vintage finds.
For more fab kitchen kitsch up-cycle style search recycled kitchen on Etsy.
LOVE  &  UP-CYCLE NATION!!
Jacquie Wheeler
Hand of Bela Peck
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Hand-of-Bela-Peck/294397987277061?ref=hl

Sunday, August 17, 2014

Sunday Blog Party - Show Us Your Handmade Items

Welcome to our Sunday Blog Party. We would love to have you show us what you are crafting.

You are allowed to add 3 links to your shops or your blog.

The rules are simple:
1. Follow our blog
2. Handmade items only.
3. You may list up to 3 items each week.
4. Family friendly items only.

The success of this link party depends on the participants so spread the word to your friends, visit the shops,  post about it on your  blog, in a forum or on your favorite social networking site, grab the button and put it on your blog or website.
Just click on the Add Your Link button below and add your items.
And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.




Friday, August 15, 2014

Today's Featured Shop - GeeGeeGoGo


Today's featured shop is GeeGeeGoGo Fabric Creations


At GeeGeeGoGo  you'll find that all items are handmade, original, and from the heart. Items are created with mothers, grandmothers and children in mind.

Below are a few featured items, but be sure to visit GeeGeeGoGo to get a good look at everything.


Dr Suess Tag Security Blanket for Twins...


Reversible Fall Leaves and Santa Apron...



Medical Themed Tote Bag...


Happy Birthday Banners...

Thank you for visiting,
Deena Davis
www.byyourhands.blogspot.com
wwww.ewenmeprintables.blogspot.com

Thursday, August 14, 2014

Handmade Spotlight - Handmade Fall

I really hate to see summer leave us, but it's getting close to fall. Are you starting to decorate for fall? These items can help get you started.  You can click here to get a better view of these great handmade fall items.