Coaster Tutorial

 

It's almost the weekend, thank heavens!! What do you have planned? I have some of my son's baseball games to attend, my favorite thing to do! I also have plans to be crafty, and I found this great coaster tutorial just in time for summer and all those cold drinks will be sweating all over the tables if I don't hurry it up lol.. Coaster Tutorial 
Let me know if you get crafty with this and I hope to share my efforts soon! Have a great weekend!

Sewing Again at Last!

As happens sometimes, life gets in the way of what we would like to do, and many times love to do...with the new job I started in January, that has been the case with me, but I realize to keep(what was left of) my sanity I need to go back to doing some things I love...sewing being at the top of the list! I have found new joy and relaxation lately in looking at the new patterns that have come out in the last few months, and decided on my first return project- this lovely pincushion/caddy! 

The link to the tutorial is here and I can't wait to get started! What has everyone been working on lately? I promise to MAKE time to blog and sew, and balance my life accordingly...what are some things that you do to find balance?

My Fitness Pal

Today I wanted to share a site that a co-worker brought to my attention that is really helping me change my eating habits. I am going through some extremely difficult things and of course that has caused my weight to yo-yo..the WRONG way...so at Myfitnesspal.com you can log your food, excercize, goals, weight all for free and there is an android phone app to use on the go so that you don't forget anything. It has helped me in just the few days I have been using it and I am less likely to grab things I know are high calorie values. I have a goal weight of 125 and I have about 25 pounds to lose, and fortunately I am going to start going to some fitness classes with a co-worker and make some positive changes for myself. One step at a time, right? For some it may not seem like that is much to lose but when you are not comfortable in your own skin the emotional toll is devastating. What goals do you have ? What tips can you give me on my journey? All help is appreciated! 

Fleece Scarves

Today and tomorrow I am making some fleece scarves based on a scarf I saw on Etsy for sale as a pattern. Does anyone have any fleece tutorials to share? I will post some pictures tomorrow but would love to know of your favorite scarf patterns and I would love to learn how to make  fleece flowers as well. What is everyone working on this weekend?

Glasses Case

Just had to upload a picture of what I worked on today, you can't see the detail that well but it is a glasses case I made :) What do you think of it ?

14 Days to Get Organized in the New Year!

I just found this on Pinterest and love the idea...I need this so much, to have help and motivation to clean up and organize! It is always one of my resolutions, so I am starting tomorrow and hope my family is ready for the help I am going to need doing it! I have a button on the left or click here to visit the site and get started on your own journey and start the New Year off in a super positive way!

Happy New Year Everyone!

Happy New Year, and I hope everyone is looking forward to a great new year filled with positives! I know I am...I am starting a new job this week, and another new job the next, and making my resolutions this year and resolving to make them happen this time lol...I want the usual things...save money...coupon more...lose weight...but I REALLY want happiness and health for my friends and family and to find more time to craft! I have a couple of new bags listed in the Etsy shop so stop by there and have a look at my daughter modeling them lol.. I have about 7 more to get listed, so look for those in the next couple of days! I am working on some small accessories right now, and am looking for ideas for the shop..does anyone have any suggestions of things I could make to put in there? I am experimenting with handmade polymer buttons, and thinking about adding those to the shop as well- hope everyone has a wonderful New Year's Day!

Keyka Lou Pattern Retirement Sale!!

I use Keyka Lou Patterns for some of the products I make for my shop, and right now there are several patterns that are going to be retired and are on sale for an amazing $3.00 each!! Of course, I had to buy a few last night that I didn't have ;) Now would be a great time to try out some great bags or accessories, and if you are new to making things like that, have no fear- all of her patterns are so well explained and clear you won't have a problem completing them. Tonight I am hoping to have time to make this adorable Half Moon Handbag- what are you working on right now?

I WON I WON I WON:) YAY!!

I can't believe it! I WON a giveaway, from Plumrose Lane! If you have never visited Sharon's site, or Etsy shop, you absolutely should! She has an amazing array of talents and all credit goes to her for my blog design :) I won her holiday giveaway and while what I REALLY want is her lovely keychain, I think the prize I will go for will be her gift certificate to her shop :) Thank you so much, Sharon! Check out her shop and site and I am sure you will find something to add to your blog, or something beautiful to wear :)

Etsy Shop Re-Opens!!!

I am so excited, I just re-opened my Etsy shop, sewcraftychic! My widget is working on the left hand side of the blog to give you a glimpse of what I have listed in the shop right now...I have a few patterns and as soon as I can get some great photos of my bags I am going to be selling those as well! I have been very busy sewing lately and I have several amazing bags to put in the shop :) Stop by the shop and see what you think, and I will let you know as soon as I can get my bags listed in there! Thanks for all your support!! :)