The lucky winner of the handmade business card holder is.....
ArtBySunfire
Please contact me with your shipping address.
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
And the Winner IS.......
The lucky winner of the handmade business card holder is.....
ArtBySunfire
Please contact me with your shipping address.
Tuesday, March 19, 2013
Business Card Holder Tutorial and Giveaway
I was recently contacted by one of my repeat customers to make a business card holder to match some of the other accessories I designed for her.....Here is what I came up with....
(This little cutie will be given away to some lucky follower....here is what you need to do to enter the giveaway.....follow my blog and leave a comment...both are required to win....The winner will be announced in my next blog post on Tues March 26, 2013)
Here is what you will need to make this cute case:
2 fabric pieces cut 5 1/2” x 4 1/2” (one will be lining, one the outside. You can do the same fabric for both, or different fabric to mix things up)
2 fabric pieces cut 2 1/2” x 4 1/2”
1 fusible fleece piece cut 5 1/2” x 4 1/2”
Elastic cord (I use hair elastic...they comes in so many pretty colors)
Button
Here goes...To begin, take your 2 1/2” pieces and iron a double 1/4” hem down one long side.
Top-stitch your hem in place.
Place your hemmed pieces on top of your lining piece so your raw edges line up.
Iron your fusible fleece piece to your top piece and put it right sides together with your lining piece. Pin these pieces together, but don’t sew yet!
On one of your 4 1/2” sides, insert your hair elastic in between the lining and the top piece. The more elastic you stick in between the layers, the longer your loop will be when you turn everything inside out. I stuck it in about 3/4 of the way.
Then, sew around the perimeter of the whole thing using a 1/4” seam allowance. Make sure you remember to leave a space for turning! Clip your corners when you are done.
Turn and press well
Top-stitched around the entire thing to close the opening.
Sew down the middle to keep the pieces together
Find your button placement. I folded the loop up and just put my button where the top of the loop hit .hand stitch.... but make sure not to sew the pocket shut while doing so!
Add your business cards....
And you are finished!
Here is the one I made for my special customer...I added a vintage glass button to dress it up a bit...
These are available in my Etsy shop please stop by and take a look!...https://www.etsy.com/shop/Antiquebasketlady
Be sure to stop back....Tues March 26, 2013 when the winner will be announced...
(This little cutie will be given away to some lucky follower....here is what you need to do to enter the giveaway.....follow my blog and leave a comment...both are required to win....The winner will be announced in my next blog post on Tues March 26, 2013)
2 fabric pieces cut 5 1/2” x 4 1/2” (one will be lining, one the outside. You can do the same fabric for both, or different fabric to mix things up)
2 fabric pieces cut 2 1/2” x 4 1/2”
1 fusible fleece piece cut 5 1/2” x 4 1/2”
Elastic cord (I use hair elastic...they comes in so many pretty colors)
Button
Top-stitch your hem in place.
Place your hemmed pieces on top of your lining piece so your raw edges line up.
Iron your fusible fleece piece to your top piece and put it right sides together with your lining piece. Pin these pieces together, but don’t sew yet!
On one of your 4 1/2” sides, insert your hair elastic in between the lining and the top piece. The more elastic you stick in between the layers, the longer your loop will be when you turn everything inside out. I stuck it in about 3/4 of the way.
Then, sew around the perimeter of the whole thing using a 1/4” seam allowance. Make sure you remember to leave a space for turning! Clip your corners when you are done.
Turn and press well
Top-stitched around the entire thing to close the opening.
Sew down the middle to keep the pieces together
Find your button placement. I folded the loop up and just put my button where the top of the loop hit .hand stitch.... but make sure not to sew the pocket shut while doing so!
Here is the one I made for my special customer...I added a vintage glass button to dress it up a bit...
These are available in my Etsy shop please stop by and take a look!...https://www.etsy.com/shop/Antiquebasketlady
Be sure to stop back....Tues March 26, 2013 when the winner will be announced...
Saturday, March 16, 2013
Free Tutorial
Hi everyone...wishing you a great weekend!
Watch for my FREE tutorial coming Tuesday March 19, 2013!
Learn how to make these cute business card holders from scraps!
I will also have a giveaway too....so stay tuned!
Watch for my FREE tutorial coming Tuesday March 19, 2013!
Learn how to make these cute business card holders from scraps!
Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Fabric Addiction!
I admit.....I am a fabricaholic....love fabric, any fabric...but my latest love is vintage, retro and atomic! I came across some fabulous vintage backcloth
Hum..... what to make from these beautiful vintage backcloth? Any suggestions?
Fun Atomic Patterns
Stay tuned!
These retro bags can be found.....https://www.etsy.com/shop/Antiquebasketlady
Next Week....Free sewing tutorial....Business card holder!
Hum..... what to make from these beautiful vintage backcloth? Any suggestions?
Fun Atomic Patterns
Funky Retro Tye dye
These retro bags can be found.....https://www.etsy.com/shop/Antiquebasketlady
Next Week....Free sewing tutorial....Business card holder!
Tuesday, March 5, 2013
The Count Down to Spring
Spring...Spring...I don't know about you, but I am ready for warm weather and some color...
I have put together a new collection for the upcoming Spring and Summer season....
The Tropical collection
Clutch on the Go
The Hipster with adjustable shoulder strap
Wristlet
Cosmetic Bag
Zip Coin purse
Tote with adjustable shoulder strap
Watch for these ...soon to be added to my Etsy Shop.....https://www.etsy.com/shop/Antiquebasketlady
I have put together a new collection for the upcoming Spring and Summer season....
The Tropical collection
Clutch on the Go
The Hipster with adjustable shoulder strap
Wristlet
Cosmetic Bag
Watch for these ...soon to be added to my Etsy Shop.....https://www.etsy.com/shop/Antiquebasketlady
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Something Special for That Special Person
Are you looking for a special gift for your bridesmaid, and it's not to soon to think of Mother's day....How about a custom monogrammed bag?
Personalized Cosmetic Bag Clutch Purse Bridesmaid Party Gift
Personalized Coin Clutch Purse Bridesmaid Party Gift
Other items available.....
Eco Friendly Insulated Personalized Lunch Tote Bag Made in USA
Personalized Made to Order Eco Friendly Ballet Tote Purse Ruffle Canvas Bag
Personalized Made to Order Wristlet
Monday, February 4, 2013
How to Make an Inside Zippered Pocket for your Purse
I have always been stumped as to making an inside zippered pocket in my bags...then I had one of those Ah huh moments....so I want to share it with you. Sew here it goes.....
Materials:
9 x 14 inch rectangle of fabric
7 inch zipper (if you have a longer zipper, it can easily be cut down)
Water soluble marker or tailors chalk
Fusible tape or glue stick
Zipper Foot
First cut all your purse pieces and interface as desire
Find the center (side to side) of your lining piece and your pocket piece.
Place the pocket fabric wrong side up on the lining. Position it so
that it is centered side to side and the top to bottom center of the
pocket is about 1.5 inches from the top raw edge of the lining.
Use a couple of pins to hold in place. With the water soluble pen or
chalk, draw a rectangle that is ½ inch tall x 7 inches long beginning
2- 2.5 inches down from the top raw edge of the lining going out 3.5
inches from the center on either side or half your desired zipper
length.
Machine stitch along the marked lines.
Cut a slit in the center of the rectangle stopping about 1/4 inch from either end then angled out to the corners. Don’t cut through your stitching
You can hold the zipper in place with pins, fabric glue or double sided tape...I'm a rebel and just go for it! I like to do 2 rows of stitching to secure it.
Here is the finished pocket...I like to add a touch of ribbon on the pull.
Love to add a fun inside fabric to surprise you when you open.
Coming soon to my Etsy shop...Bird on a Branch
http://www.etsy.com/shop/Antiquebasketlady
Materials:
9 x 14 inch rectangle of fabric
7 inch zipper (if you have a longer zipper, it can easily be cut down)
Water soluble marker or tailors chalk
Fusible tape or glue stick
Zipper Foot
First cut all your purse pieces and interface as desire
Cut a slit in the center of the rectangle stopping about 1/4 inch from either end then angled out to the corners. Don’t cut through your stitching
Push the pocket though the window to the back side of lining pressing the seam away from the center.
This is how it looks from the front side
On the backside bring the pocket sides together. Cut any excess off the
closed end of the zipper. Stitch around the sides and bottom of the
pocket.
Coming soon to my Etsy shop...Bird on a Branch
http://www.etsy.com/shop/Antiquebasketlady
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