Sunday Sling

 I finally brought out my sewing machine and started sewing again!  I forgot how much I love following a pattern, using amazing fabric, and having a great bag in the end!  This is the Reversible Sunday Sling by Amy Butler.  I've had my eye on this pattern ever since it was delivered to the shop.  This bag could truly hold everything, even make a great weekend bag.  My intention for it is a diaper bag for a good friend who is having a baby in August.   I used Joel Dewberry Aviary 2 fabrics for the bag, it was hard to decide which of his amazing colorways to use, until my friend mentioned something about turquoise, orange, and white in the nursery.  Then it was an obvious choice!

 Check out all the pockets!  This would also make an awesome project bag

 The outside pockets are perfect for holding needles.

I love the tie straps!

The pattern that started it all

Joel Dewberry Aviary 2

One of the first lines of fabric I ever ordered for Stash was Joel Dewberry Aviary (the original collection).  I remember how excited Carol and I were to start the business at The Barn and have a selection of unique yarns and modern fabrics.  The Aviary fabric was and still is my favorite.  I have a few yards "stashed" away, waiting for the special project.  Whenever I go through my stash and come across this fabric, I can't help but smile at the memories.  Which is why I was so excited to see JD come out with Aviary 2. Many of the same fabric prints in my favorite colors along with new colorways.  I'll have to cut a little off each bolt and add it to my existing Aviary collection and stash it away until the perfect project comes along. 

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Sign up for a Sewing Class!

Amy Butler's "Brick Path Quilt"  class

Three part evening class starting Wednesday, February 16th

More details here

"Pillow case" class

Great for beginners!  One day class scheduled on Wednesday, February 2nd and Wednesday, February 9th

More details here

Sew Quick Holiday Gift Idea

The "Little Wallet" and "Project Bags" from Valorie Wells Designs are the perfect QUICK gift to make this year for anyone on your list.  They both use very little fabric, a great project for your scraps, and are super fast to sew.  The "Little Wallet" would make a great gift card holder and the "Project Bag" is perfect for filling with a special skein of yarn or a few fat quarters.



Amy Butler Soul Blossoms just arrived!

              

Here is a little peek at what you will see at Stash.  You'll have to come in to see the rest!

Sandy Henderson's sewing pattern Annalise made with Amy Butler's Love Collection.

Made by Sheryl for her adorable granddaughter Jaimie.  LOVE the boots!

Sew an Amy Butler Gumdrop Pillow!

Class starts this Wednesday, September 8th.  Go to the Stash web site for more details!

A trip down memory lane...

We all loved The Cosby Show right? Last Thursday night during Needle Arts Night we were talking about sewing disasters and a few of us brought up the Cosby show when Denise attempted to make Theo a designer shirt by Gordon Gartrell. Heather found a You Tube video of the episode we were talking about and I'd like to share it with you:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crnPfls0fHw

This should make everyone feel a little better about any mistakes you may have made with any project. Enjoy!

Read what Heather had to say about her Gordon Gartrell experience here

Please share your "Gordon/Denise" moment in the comments!

New Books Just Arrived

Handmade Beginnings is Anna Maria Horner's newest book for new moms and their babes. This is a stunning collection of nursery décor, keepsakes, maternity wear, baby clothing, and more.

Summer is perfect for sock knitting and these books are sure to inspire!

Find something sweet and adorable to knit for a new addition to your family

Start your next sweater and have it ready for fall. Northern Knits is full of great patterns inspired by Norway, Sweden, Iceland, and the Shetland Isles. Knitting 24/7 offers 30 projects to knit, wear, and enjoy for the on the go knitter. Many projects in this book are designed to be small and easy to transport, great for taking to appointments and to soccer practice.

Mother's Day Gift Ideas

For the Knitter or Crocheter

Zauber Ball Sock yarn if sock knitting is what she likes, organic chunky cotton for the eco friendly knitter, or a skein of cashmere if luxury is what she likes.

This afghan book will get any knitter or crocheter inspired to make an afghan for everyone. Mother-Daughter knits is full of great patterns.

Grab her a set of handmade stitch markers...the sushi are my favorite.

For the Sewer

Create your own fat quarter bundle of all her favorite prints, Amy Butler's newest pattern The Sweet Harmony Bag, or a book with great patterns such as Sew Liberated or I Love Patchwork.

Other Great Crafting and Gift Ideas

Crafting books like Feltique for inspiration and great ideas for all felting, a sock monkey kit from Woolpets, or Jenny Hart's newest book Embroidered Effects.

Treat her feet, lips, and hands to Plum Island products.

Even truckers are doing it!

Read this interesting article about how the guys are joining the knit/sewing revolution

Show and Tell - Amy Rutzen

This is a sweet toddler bed "made" with Amy Butler Love fabrics purchased from Stash.

I love the contrasting duvet and the polka-dot ruffles on the pillow.

Great job Amy! Thanks for the picture.

Now what are you going to do when she out grows this?!?

New,Fun, and Inspiring patterns for your next project

Anna Maria Horner's newest paterns

New patterns from Sew Liberated

Fun Heather Baily Patterns

New Comer Izzy and Ivy

Mod Kid 18" doll patterns. Now you can make up adorable matching outfits for your little girl and her favorite doll