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From: BabyItems
Date: 09-22-2003, 04:36 PM (1 of 11)
| I have just begun putting my items into children's store on consignment. Many times owners want to see all of my fabric options. I need to make a swatch display that is inexpensive yet looks professional. Any suggestions? |
User: BabyItems
Member since: 09-22-2003 Total posts: 1 |
From: MaryW
Date: 09-22-2003, 05:59 PM (2 of 11)
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2" swatches stapled together on the back of a calling card might work. Cut them with pinking shears. Welcome to Sew Whats New. 
MaryW
owner/editor of Sew Whats New |
User: MaryW
Member since: 06-23-2005 Total posts: 2542 
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From: lou-dezynz
Date: 09-23-2003, 04:49 PM (3 of 11)
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Just had enough time to sit down and read some posts. Meant to do so for a moment, but I end up lingering. Anyway, it may help you to go to http://www.patternshowcase.com/ Heather Claus has a template download there for making a swatch set to carry along when in fabric shops, classes, et al... This is a d/l [pdf] imprinted card template, which holds much information such fiber content, washing instructions, yardages on hand, when/ where purchased and anything else you may wish to add. Simply glue a swatch sample to one side, and note your info on the other. You can then punch a hole in the card and insert each on a large keyring, since the glue from attaching the swatch will keep them stable. It's a terrific help to have on hand in your purse- car when shopping, locating a p0attern and trying to determine what you have or if you need added or contrast fabric, etc... Hope this may help. Lou- Take life as it comes; there's always someone in a worse situation!
**I have A GREAT DEAL OF sew-quilt-craft FABRIC, PATTERNS, BOOKS, TOOLS for sale, along w/ vintage machines. Must sell off much of the contents of my sewing room due to lost home in divorce, need to downsize re relocating..** CHECK MY PHOTOS OF ITEMS FOR SALE at <http://photos.yahoo.com/<email address removed for privacy>> PAYPAL PREFERRED <<email address removed for privacy>> |
User: lou-dezynz
Member since: 02-02-2002 Total posts: 61 |
From: sewserious
Date: 09-23-2003, 09:29 PM (4 of 11)
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Can you give the directions on finding the download on patternshowcase? I found that a downloadable form is included IF you order the fabric swatch kit, but could not find a free download for the form. Thanks Melanie R |
User: sewserious
Member since: 08-24-2003 Total posts: 112 
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From: lou-dezynz
Date: 09-25-2003, 03:35 PM (5 of 11)
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Hi Melanie, Sorry for the late reply. I went to the site and encountered a similar problem. I THINK you must sign up for the PSC newsletter to access this, which is probably in the member area. I'm looking for my disk of saved pdf, then can send you the direct link to it. I will first try to see whether I have a problem accessing it on disk, signing into my computer under a different name. If still encountering the same problem, I'll mail you a disk and hard copy of the pdf. I'll probably be back on tomorrow [Friday] or Sat- Sun. Had my first class last night, and another tonight. So I need to get acclimated into the school thing, then go out tomorrow for more art supplies. Then Sat is a patternmaking seminar at a local fabric store, for which I signed up. So, DEFINITELY will get back before the end of the week-end. FYI: the swatch set you saw [I too brought it up] is not the same as the instructions & template cards for your own. I'll get it to you w/in the next few days, if not earlier. Lou- Take life as it comes; there's always someone in a worse situation!
**I have A GREAT DEAL OF sew-quilt-craft FABRIC, PATTERNS, BOOKS, TOOLS for sale, along w/ vintage machines. Must sell off much of the contents of my sewing room due to lost home in divorce, need to downsize re relocating..** CHECK MY PHOTOS OF ITEMS FOR SALE at <http://photos.yahoo.com/<email address removed for privacy>> PAYPAL PREFERRED <<email address removed for privacy>> |
User: lou-dezynz
Member since: 02-02-2002 Total posts: 61 |
From: sewserious
Date: 09-25-2003, 06:01 PM (6 of 11)
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Thanks Lou. You can either post here or email me from here when you get back. I really appreciate it greatly. Melanie |
User: sewserious
Member since: 08-24-2003 Total posts: 112
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From: Bra Lady
Date: 12-05-2003, 01:39 AM (7 of 11)
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I followed the directions to find the template at patternshowcase and I too had problems and could only find the one to purchase for $75. Iam very interested in the downloadable template. If you find it could I have a copy too please. I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks Christy Free Spirit Bras
We offer women custom bra making services, educational seminars, Bra making classes and supplies. www.freespiritbras.ca |
User: Bra Lady
Member since: 11-28-2003 Total posts: 4 
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From: lou-dezynz
Date: 01-19-2004, 08:19 PM (8 of 11)
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hi, I'm sorry I've yet to send this, but am making a note to do so this week. Will check Heather's site one last time, then will go through my disks. Will reply soon. Lou- Take life as it comes; there's always someone in a worse situation!
**I have A GREAT DEAL OF sew-quilt-craft FABRIC, PATTERNS, BOOKS, TOOLS for sale, along w/ vintage machines. Must sell off much of the contents of my sewing room due to lost home in divorce, need to downsize re relocating..** CHECK MY PHOTOS OF ITEMS FOR SALE at <http://photos.yahoo.com/<email address removed for privacy>> PAYPAL PREFERRED <<email address removed for privacy>> |
User: lou-dezynz
Member since: 02-02-2002 Total posts: 61 |
From: sewserious
Date: 01-20-2004, 06:48 AM (9 of 11)
| Thanks lou. I appreciate it. |
User: sewserious
Member since: 08-24-2003 Total posts: 112
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From: lou-dezynz
Date: 02-17-2004, 10:02 PM (10 of 11)
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Hi, I'll be unable to get mail until the 20th due to auto-response. But on/ after the 21st, send me your address & I'll mail you the swatch making info and templates. Lou- Take life as it comes; there's always someone in a worse situation!
**I have A GREAT DEAL OF sew-quilt-craft FABRIC, PATTERNS, BOOKS, TOOLS for sale, along w/ vintage machines. Must sell off much of the contents of my sewing room due to lost home in divorce, need to downsize re relocating..** CHECK MY PHOTOS OF ITEMS FOR SALE at <http://photos.yahoo.com/<email address removed for privacy>> PAYPAL PREFERRED <<email address removed for privacy>> |
User: lou-dezynz
Member since: 02-02-2002 Total posts: 61 |
From: lou-dezynz
Date: 03-17-2005, 08:35 PM (11 of 11)
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did i ever send the pdf? if not, i can copy it from my disks and publish it on my sbcglobal.com briefcase page for open viewing. please let me know. thanks, lou Take life as it comes; there's always someone in a worse situation!
**I have A GREAT DEAL OF sew-quilt-craft FABRIC, PATTERNS, BOOKS, TOOLS for sale, along w/ vintage machines. Must sell off much of the contents of my sewing room due to lost home in divorce, need to downsize re relocating..** CHECK MY PHOTOS OF ITEMS FOR SALE at <http://photos.yahoo.com/<email address removed for privacy>> PAYPAL PREFERRED <<email address removed for privacy>> |
User: lou-dezynz
Member since: 02-02-2002 Total posts: 61 |
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