Eyeglass-Pen cases

Eyeglass-Pen cases
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

Fun and easy eyeglass case pattern at:
duringquiettime.blogspot.com
I've done mine with scraps of vintage tablecloth pieces.

Bride's "Necessity" Bag

This is a custom order for a bride- to keep 'necessities" in during her big day. It matches the colors of the bridesmaids dresses. Lots of pockets for different items.

New bag

This is my newest bag- vintage tablecloth piece and several coordinating newer fabrics. The double button is vintage. I decided to really mix up the fabrics on this one-with the back being completely different- you don't see the back much so I didn't want to waste my precious vintage tablecloth pieces on that- show them off on the front! I think it's fun- happy, bright colors.

Sweatshirt Pillow

Sweatshirt Pillow
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

Custom job- made from sweatshirts from a trip to New York City

Sewing....

Finished these 2 projects today. The pillow is made from a beautiful wool coat that belonged to a friend's Aunt. I had to put the labels and one of the buttons on it - how cool! The wool is sooo soft!
The bag is for another friend- I've had the fabric for years- she probably doesn't even remember I have it...I can be SO slow! I had fun with the adjustable strap.
Now- what to make next????? hmmmmmm

Spring Break

Lucky for me, my daughter, Kelsey, spent some time with me at the Gallery working on her art project. We had a lot of fun and both got work done, too! Those of you in WI , or who have heard of our political situation, may recognize what she is trying to portray in this painting....the finished product may be for sale soon!
She's back at school now and it's very quiet here without her!

Lynn's pillow

Lynn's pillow
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

Finished this yesterday- have one more to finish today. She purchased the ties a t a thrift store, the denim is from her old jeans.

What I'm working on today

What I'm working on today
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

Have 2 of these to do for a friend....log cabin block made from old ties. The block will be the center of a pillow- the rest is from recycled jeans.

December 23, 2010

I always make my kids a pillowcase for Xmas....this is Kelsey's: she can sleep with these guys and I won't worry- ha ha!

Me!

Here I am at my studio space in the Gallery. I'm working on some chidrens aprons for a Christmas order. That's George behind me- he owned and operated the Pocorn Wagon for many, many years.

Thread L

Thread L
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

How funny! This thread fell into this beautiful "L" on the floor...had to take a picture!

Marcia's Pillows

Marcia's Pillows
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

What I sewed today....this is an awesome piece of bark-cloth!

"Jody" purse

"Jody" purse
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

Latest purse- will call the the "Jody" because my friend Jody brought me a purse she had bought and wanted me to replicate the style. I would really like to know where to get some nicer zippers- the ones from the fabric stores are just too plain for this! anyone have any ideas?

2 more bags...

2 more bags- I've had that piece of vintage bark-cloth forever and finally it spoke to me! It's a cute little bag! I'm on a little kick with the other style, too. It's a good way to showcase pieces of my vintage tablecloths and I usually don't have too big of a piece to use after cutting around all the stains and holes.

new bag

new bag
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

Just finished this yesterday after finding the perfect vintage button for it! Outside pocket from a vintage tablecloth piece- not much left of this one. A customer suggested outside pockets so I designed this. There are 3 pockets inside, too.

Andi's pillow

Andi's pillow
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

My latest "Equine" creation- my little sis on her horse. But- why can't I take a clear picture???? I don't know what I'm doing wrong!!!! Any tips would be greatly appreciated!

Anna's Bag 008

Anna's Bag 008
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

My latest bag- large one for cousin Anna who just graduated from UW Madison and has a birthday on May 25- my birthday, too.

Step 2-the interfacing

Step 2-the interfacing
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Need I say more? This is a bit putzy: cutting, fusing over and over, but have to do it! It's a rainy day so iIm happy to be doing this.

Vintage Tablecloth Purse

Vintage Tablecloth Purse
Originally uploaded by redthimble.

The latest purse- had just enough scrap left from this tablecloth to make a nice size purse/tote. It's perfect for Spring!

Inside of purse

Inside of purse
Originally uploaded by redthimble.