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From: MaryW
Date: 03-20-2004, 10:13 AM (1 of 43)
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Would anyone be interested in having a craft section on this site. By crafts I mean fibre and fabric projects. Not paper bags, glue and pipe cleaners. Perhaps beading, or needlework of some sort. I am not clear in my befuddled head what I want yet. MaryW
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From: MaryW
Date: 03-20-2004, 12:47 PM (2 of 43)
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Maybe fabric baskets or bowls???
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From: Mother in Law
Date: 03-20-2004, 03:05 PM (3 of 43)
| What about useful things like those cloth makeup bags or cloth boards with ribbon that you slid pictures behind and use as a bulletin board. I'd love to have the directions for making those. They look easy but are they? I'm all for sewing crafts. The beading sounds wonderful. A beaded bag for evening wear would be nice to make. Even though I haven't gone anywhere formal for some years now it would make a wondeful gift for someone who does formal occasions. Let us know Mary I'm in. |
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From: mamahoogie
Date: 03-20-2004, 06:24 PM (4 of 43)
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I voted yes too. I love all sewing/craft projects. Any experts out there on soft-doll making? Violet 
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From: shirleyp
Date: 03-20-2004, 07:05 PM (5 of 43)
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Susie, I just made a bulletin board but I didn't add the ribbon to slide behind. What I did was get a frame, cut a board to fit, glue some batting on, wrapped some fabric and hot glued it to the back. I have pins on mine with ribbon so I can hang siccors, measuring tape, etc. Works and also adds a nice decorative touch. Did it all in about a half hr. Oh yes Mary, would love to learn other crafts. Will try almost anything once. |
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From: bren
Date: 03-20-2004, 08:36 PM (6 of 43)
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I would love that to Mary...count me in ... I love sewing craft's...
Bren:
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From: woodywoodpecker
Date: 03-20-2004, 09:36 PM (7 of 43)
| I'm interested. |
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From: bren
Date: 03-20-2004, 11:12 PM (8 of 43)
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Originally posted by MaryW Maybe fabric baskets or bowls??? I would realy like to know how to make a fabric bowl...Mary Bren:
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From: Mother in Law
Date: 03-20-2004, 11:41 PM (9 of 43)
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Shirley, I would love to learn how to make the one for pics because when I move and build my new house I want to make a room for the girls and the boys, (grandkids) for when they come to visit and I think I'll make a heirloom one for the girls to hang their special little pretties on. The one you suggested sounds like a good idea for that too. |
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From: DorothyL
Date: 03-21-2004, 08:33 AM (10 of 43)
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Violet -- I'm not an expert on soft doll making -- I'm a beginner. I just got a pattern for 15 inch fashion dolls and started my first one. I finished the head and face, which was the part that worried me. Just as I started to figure out the hair I realized the date of the costume I'm making -- 1916 to 1920 -- means a turban type hat of some sort so it saves me a lot of hair issues. I already have ideas for other eras for dolls bouncing around in my head. Anyone who can offer tips on dolls would earn my gratitude. Dorothy |
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From: Sherri
Date: 03-21-2004, 11:16 AM (11 of 43)
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Susie I have made a couple with the ribbons on them for pictures and am about to make another one for my son. I will try to take the time to take pictures and write down the directions as I go and post them. Sher My website
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From: Magot
Date: 03-21-2004, 01:26 PM (12 of 43)
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looks like we have a wealth of experience to draw from Mary, I just love making things so I'm up for it too.
love and kisses, Jan
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From: shirleyp
Date: 03-21-2004, 01:30 PM (13 of 43)
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Susie, You can do the same thing with ribbon. Just add it. Measure from one bottom corner to the opposite top corner, then decide how far apart you want to space the ribbon. Once you have the ribbon one way just start on the opposite side and go the other direction. I think hot glueing the ribbon on is good enough and in the centre of where the ribbon crosses you can hot glue some nice buttons or anything you like. It's actually a fun project. If you want the ribbon more stable just put a lit bit of hot glue under where the ribbon crosses. You can thread some nice thread also and tie it. . You don't even need a frame. You can cut a piece of board, not to thick, and when your done finish it off by glueing a nice piece of cord around the edge . Let your creative juices flow girl.  Love the idea of soft dolls. Tried to make one once with a lace dollie, just saw a picture, no directions and wasn't quite happy with the results. If anyone knows how to make these would love to learn. They aren't real big and I thought they would look really nice come christmas time to hang on the tree. |
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From: Mother in Law
Date: 03-21-2004, 03:58 PM (14 of 43)
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Thanks Shirley, I am going to try that for the girls. If it comes out nice I will try one with a boy theme. |
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From: LeapFrog Libby
Date: 03-22-2004, 07:31 PM (15 of 43)
I love crafts....I have been doing a little beadwork lately.. I am just learning this craft, but it is just about as addictive as 'stashing fabric'... Just what I need.. more 'things' in my overcrowded home...Ha--
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From: sewingrandma
Date: 03-23-2004, 11:37 AM (16 of 43)
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I voted yes! I need to branch out and use up more of my stash/scraps. The grandkids are all taken care of for the summer, and I'm done making new scrubs for work. I need to make something besides clothing. In the past I have made Raggedy Ann dolls and stuffed animals for the grands and really enjoyed it. I need some fresh ideas and motivation. I follow the stash challenges closely but due to time conflicts I don't participate but do extra sewing for myself during them, but I need some ideas for easy to do gifts for adults and children.
Brockie
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From: Pudge99
Date: 03-26-2004, 09:59 AM (17 of 43)
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Mary, When you say beading do you mean making rings and necklaces or adding beads to clothing? Gina
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From: MaryW
Date: 03-26-2004, 10:23 AM (18 of 43)
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Well, I think beading on clothes would be most appropriate, but, we will see where this takes us.
MaryW
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From: KayTee
Date: 03-26-2004, 03:34 PM (19 of 43)
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Hi Mary, I'm definitely interested in a crafts section, particularly fabric bowls and beading. |
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Member since: 12-06-2002 Total posts: 98 |
From: beach girl
Date: 03-26-2004, 10:11 PM (20 of 43)
| Mary, I'd love to do fabric crafts, but when will this start ? I had surgery on my right thumb this past Wed. & not sure when I can use it. I'm right handed so kind of handicaped right now. Won't see the Doc till a week from now so can't ask him yet. Theresa |
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From: Mother in Law
Date: 03-28-2004, 12:59 AM (21 of 43)
| Hey Beachgirl, sorry to hear you had to have surgery. Is everything okay? |
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From: beach girl
Date: 03-28-2004, 10:52 AM (22 of 43)
| Thanks for asking about me Susie. Yes, I'll be ok. Just takes time to heal is all. I think the stitches come out Thursday, at least I hope. It was minor surgery, I had a ganglion cyst under my right thumb that was quite large. It's just a pain not being able to use my right hand for awhile but it should be ok soon. I'm bored out of my scull not being able to do much right now. I never could just sit still.The fabric crafts sounds like fun & I sure enjoy reading what everyone makes. Think I'll be able to do a little maybe.Who knows may even get a few extra Christmas gifts done. Theresa |
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From: Mother in Law
Date: 03-29-2004, 01:23 AM (23 of 43)
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Theresa, I have been at a stand still for around 2 months with the surgery on my eyes and all too. But last night I stayed up all night cleaning out my sewing room and making room on my cutting table so I can cut again. That was the hard part. Everything was all scattered on top my cutting desk and I had no where to cut out patterns. I can see the top of it now and finally cut out something to sew. LOL  I know what you are going through not being able to do anything and wanting to. Hope the time goes by quick for you.
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From: MariLynnTX
Date: 04-17-2004, 01:51 PM (24 of 43)
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I love the idea of a craft page. I made a soft doll a couple of years ago for a granddaughter and am thinking of making another for my new little granddaughter Michelle (7 months old). I made my own pattern and machine- embroidered her face; made her a removable dress with attached slip, and some little panties. I have also made (on the machine) bowls from covered cord; neck-roll pillows; pillows with machine yarn embroidery; Christmas tree ornaments on the machine (about a dozen different kinds, most of them included in my book); miniature dolls and soft little animals; soft balls; cloth how-to books for small children, etc. MariLynntx Life is a song...we give it harmony or dissonance.
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From: NanCee
Date: 04-20-2004, 07:16 PM (25 of 43)
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Yes, love to see it. When I'm not sewing something,I love to use up my bits and pieces of fabric for sewing crafts. Like small items of wearables or decor things. A while back I was looking for pats. to use up my leftover fleece, another thing I wanted was something different to sew up for bottle bags. Of course we ladies like things for our kitchens and someone else always comes up with a different place mat etc. so I'd love an forum on this stuff. My SIL is trying to interest me in rag rugs of which there are umpteen ways so I'd love to see a site on this. Wow I turned out to be a wind bag. |
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Member since: 04-15-2004 Total posts: 76 |
From: MariLynnTX
Date: 04-20-2004, 09:33 PM (26 of 43)
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Hey, NanCee, I like your ideas a lot and I can think of so many things to do for placemats. I discussed quite a few crafts and how to do them in my freemotion machine embroidery columns that are archived on SWN and accessible to anyone, if you are interested in looking at them. MariLynntx
Life is a song...we give it harmony or dissonance.
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From: NanCee
Date: 04-21-2004, 01:33 PM (27 of 43)
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Marilynn tx, I love the idea of this site Mary is asking us about. I sometimes dont have the time etc. for my other sewing projects but can find time for fabric crafts to relax with. However I am a real newbie when it comes to the pc and cant allways find the sites I am told about! Where can I find your article? 
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User: NanCee
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From: MariLynnTX
Date: 04-21-2004, 04:40 PM (28 of 43)
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NanCee, go to the Opening page where they have little pictures and sort of preview the week. At the bottom of the page it says (about in the middle of the line) Practical Advice: One of the topics is MariLynn's Embroidery. Click on that and it will take you to the beginning of my topics. There is a bio first and then a list of subjects. Just click on any of them and it will take you to it. I allow anyone to read and/or print them. I also originally started the Embellishment site, but I forget where it's listed. I'll have to find it and post you again. MariLynn
Life is a song...we give it harmony or dissonance.
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From: MariLynnTX
Date: 04-21-2004, 04:53 PM (29 of 43)
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Embellishing Ideas is under Bric-a-Brac. Of course, none of the original stuff is there any more, but I posted under beading and also some under Beading a Wedding Dress several months ago, but most of the original stuff was from questions asked about various things, and about my book. I love craft work, too, and have been thinking about writing about it when I finish revising my cookbook. Or maybe I should do the craft stuff, first and then the cookbook, since I am being very slow on it. MariLynntx
Life is a song...we give it harmony or dissonance.
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From: Gabby
Date: 07-30-2004, 12:01 AM (30 of 43)
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Mary W Count me in. I love to see new "inventions." |
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From: Sewhappie
Date: 07-30-2004, 11:38 AM (31 of 43)
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YES,YE,YES !!!!! I think that would be a SUPER idea, there are times I would love to learn how to do something else besides sewing!!!! |
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From: LeapFrog Libby
Date: 07-30-2004, 12:52 PM (32 of 43)
I still love crafts.. Did this project get killed before it was started ??
Sew With Love
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From: Holly Berry
Date: 07-31-2004, 07:32 AM (33 of 43)
I think this would be fun all so. 
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From: MaryW
Date: 07-31-2004, 07:15 PM (34 of 43)
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No, it did not get killed. We will be getting everything revved up again for the fall season. The summer season is usually slow for visitors. I have a simple beading project in mind and maybe um, never mind, gotta keep something secret.
MaryW
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From: MariLynnTX
Date: 07-31-2004, 07:24 PM (35 of 43)
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Aw, c'mon, Mary, don't have secrets from us! MariLynn
Life is a song...we give it harmony or dissonance.
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From: NanCee
Date: 08-01-2004, 06:30 PM (36 of 43)
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Mary, I can hardly wait for fall. It has been so hot here and more in store so says the weather forecaster. We have been redoing our yard and brown as burnt toast I've become, I should say flaking as well. All my projects have been put on hold but I look forward to everyones ideas, you have made me very curious, sounds like it will be a fun fall. |
User: NanCee
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From: NanCee
Date: 08-01-2004, 06:45 PM (37 of 43)
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MarilynnTx, I must be losing it from this heat wave but I cant for the life of me find an opening page that hasPractical Advise etc etc like you said. Help this old bat cried! |
User: NanCee
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From: LeapFrog Libby
Date: 08-01-2004, 07:54 PM (38 of 43)
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NanCee On the home page right in the middle , It says "Sew Whats New" and then if you scroll down , staying in the middle , past the flowers on down and down You will come to Practical Advice with the subjects listed there to click on.. You just did not go down far enough...
Sew With Love
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From: MariLynnTX
Date: 08-01-2004, 08:00 PM (39 of 43)
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Thanks, Libby, for answering NanCee's cry for help! Just got home from my daughter's and found the message. NanCee, did you find it? MariLynntx
Life is a song...we give it harmony or dissonance.
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From: NanCee
Date: 08-02-2004, 12:45 AM (40 of 43)
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Hello gals, just got back from my sons BD and your not going to believe this but I just dont have such a "home page" as you describe.....help? |
User: NanCee
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From: NanCee
Date: 08-02-2004, 01:19 AM (41 of 43)
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First I apologize to all for getting off the craft topic on this site. Iwanted to get to the topic Marilynntx mentioned but it was not on the page I get on my pc...first when I click on the sew- whats -new , up comes the site page with loves (sorry cant remember her name and so I then click on the(home) in the line above (her) and get the list of topics etc. Tonight I typed in the name rather then clicking on the site and lo and behold I got an entirely diff. home page and found Marilynns page and after reading her bio I feel 100 times dumber than I thought I was. I will have to change the address so I get the right site. Thanks for all the help and sorry about the confusion I created. Now for crafts and lots of them.....Amen |
User: NanCee
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From: MariLynnTX
Date: 08-02-2004, 10:38 AM (42 of 43)
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NanCee, that is so strange! But wierd things are normal for my computer. It is doing things here lately that the computer people tell me don't happen...for instance, I click on Outlook and there my Inbox is, with a list of personal folders beside it....the trouble is, that the list is completed about half-way down the page, but instead of stopping there, it says Personal Folders again, and MOST, but not all, the folders are listed again. I have tried deleting the excess folders, but they won't delete. Sometimes my e-mail goes into one folder and sometimes into another and it is maddening! Marilynntx
Life is a song...we give it harmony or dissonance.
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From: MariLynnTX
Date: 08-02-2004, 11:16 AM (43 of 43)
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I accidentally (and don't ask me how, I don't know!) sent my post before I finished it. I was going to add that you shouldn't feel stupid; I have to yell for help from my daughter Lisa who is a computer whiz for a very big company in Houston, or Shauna who has learned a lot from her sister Lisa about computers. Shauna teaches art and computer graphics at an elementary school in Austin. She lives only about a mile from me here in Bastrop and sometimes we do craft stuff together. I helped my 5-yr-old grandson make a rocket the other day and it really worked! So now we are back on crafts....MariLynntx
Life is a song...we give it harmony or dissonance.
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