NO I don't know what I'm having...

But I couldn't resist rocking out this onsie I picked up for a dollar.  I'm fast approaching the big day and seem to have baby on the brain. Much to the chagrin of my boy and his dad. Oh well, anyway here is my latest in a long line of baby creations.

Mom's Birthday Gift.

I made this Market Bag for my Mom's birthday.

I have been waiting for it to arrive. I was praying she would like it.

Guess what. SHE DOES!!!

Phew***wipes brow***

My mom asked why on earth I would think she wouldn't. My reason well it's just a bag.

She said it was a complete surprise and she had no idea I could crochet that well. 

Thanks mom.

Anyway thrilled she likes it. 

And if you would like one let me know it will take about 2-4 weeks to complete and cost you about $60.00 But it will be well worth it, if you trust my mom. I make them out of cotton so that you can wash and abuse it.  Just let me know the colour.

Fabric Labels-- A La Handmade!

This simply had to be one of the most rewarding projects I have done. Why? Because it makes my little business feel a bit more legitimate.  And it was easy!

Want to make your own fabric labels for your projects?

 Here's how. 

First you need to gather your materials.  What you'll need:

• Cotton twill tape(the width will depend on how you want to apply them to your work, as well, as the size of your logo)
• Iron-on T-shirt transfers.  ( I used Avery, but you can use any brand you like. as long as it is for cotton or the material you want to use)
• You'll need access to an ink jet printer  and label making software. I used the return address label making function through my word program.
• An x-acto knife
• Straight edge of some sort
• An iron

• and stop fray. This is optional but really helps give a nice finished look and helps prevent the tag from fraying.

 First, you need to design your tag. I went simple. Just the name in a simple script similar to my business cards.

Then you need to print you tag design onto the transfer. DO NOT FORGET to print them in the reverse. On my printer it is called mirror. This way once you iron them on they will be the right way!

After you print your sheet you'll need to cut out your tags so that they can be applied to the cotton twill tape.

Then comes the ironing. Iron your transfer onto the tape. I suggest doing a dummy run just to make sure you like the positioning before you make up a bunch and realize you put them in the wrong spot. 

Once that is all said and done do your final trimming and apply the Stop Fray. 

And voila!! You have made beautiful professional looking tags for your products.

You could also use this method on fabric remnants you have giving your tags a unique and fun feeling.  Either way experiment and find a look that fits you and your brand.

Sewing Machine.

I love sewing. For some reason, sewing does not love me. Well, my machine that is.
I borrowed a friends machine and it also does not like me either. I'm afraid it may be me.
I'm trying very hard to get this problem resolved so I can finish the sleeves with the best quality possible.

Sorry to anyone who is waiting for one. I promise I will have them done as soon as I can without compromising the product.  Thank you for your patience and understanding.

New Fabric for Cozies!

      

I found these very cute fabrics with the help of Kat Lantz of Sassmowth Designs.  She has to be my best customer. WE met up yesterday and she took my entire stock of smaller coffee cuffs. She has one of my cuffs and uses it everyday. People are always asking were she got it. Instead of telling them to go to my site, She will  now  be selling them on the spot for me and giving out my cards. You know what that mean??? I had better get sewing.

Thanks Kat for all you help.  And don't forget to visit her site. 

I'm off to go sew!!

Here is the sleeve I made for my mom. She loves it. Finally, she was able to send me a picture without her computer crashing.

I hope you all enjoy it. 

This shows how customizable the sleeves can be and how different each one is.  

Made a custome sleeve for my mom. Guess what! I forgot to take a photo.  Sheesh. So, maybe if I ask mom nicely she will take a photo for me.

"Mom, will you please take a photo of your coffee sleeve for me!!"

"Thank you!!"