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September 22, 2011September 22, 2011

Pintuck Clutch Pattern at BurdaStyle

Remember this Pintuck Clutch from 1, 2, 3 Sew? You can now get the free, downloadable pattern over at BurdaStyle.

I made an even simpler version over the weekend (below), smaller and without the pleats, using some Anna Maria Horner fabric and the pink cotton sateen for a lining again. This bag comes together very quickly, especially after you’ve made a few of them. And it’s a nice gift or a simple way to spruce up an outfit. Since I used quilting cottons (rather than twill as used in the book) for these two bags, I added fusible fleece to the lining to make it a bit sturdier.

And here it is in the book in a green twill, along with the other two bags from the handbag chapter. You can see what a difference fabric choice makes in the overall look of the bag.

September 20, 2011

100 Quilts for Kids

Katie of Swim, Bike, Quilt e-mailed me a while back about a quilt drive that she began last year in conjunction with the DC Modern Quilt Guild called 100 Quilts for Kids. She’s doing it again and you can help!

All you need to do to participate is make a quilt for a child and donate it to your local women’s shelter or other community organization. The quilt can be any size; baby, toddler or twin. Share a photo of your quilt and you’ll be eligible to win prizes (a copy of 1, 2, 3 Sew for instance). I love this idea and think it’s a fantastic way to bring something handmade and useful into a child’s life.

So check out Katie’s blog for the details, dates and prizes.

I started working on a quilt and just finished the top. Hope to put it together in the next few weeks and donate it locally. Thanks for the inspiration, Katie!