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26 Fabric Scrap Jewelry Tutorials

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26 Fabric Scrap Jewelry Tutorials

One of my resolutions this year is to try projects that use up some of the fabric in my stash rather than shopping for new fabric…  I know, it is a tough resolution… But, I am determined to keep it.

Some of the fabrics that are available today are so amazing, it is a shame to let even a small scrap go to waste, so that I why I thought smaller projects would be perfect and jewelry certainly fits the bill! Many of these projects are also a great way for non-sewists to be able to use some of the amazing fabrics that are available without having to sew.
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Elliot’s Crown Royal Quilt

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Elliot's Crown Royal Quilt

Awhile back, I shared the Crown Royal quilt I made for my husband (My Up-North Crown Royal Quilt #137), and when one of our cabin neighbor’s saw it they asked if I could make them a quilt using those same purple, flannel bags. As much as a pain in the butt as those bags are, to work with, I didn’t hesitate to say yes when Elliot asked because he is such a great kid! So began my 150th quilt project….

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20 Pencil Cases to Sew

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I am always looking for an excuse to sew bags or pouches, so finding some pencil cases to sew seemed like a timely project!

20 Pencil Cases to SewYou might be thinking there isn’t a lot of variety when it comes to sewing pencil cases, but all you have to do is scan this list real fast to see that couldn’t be farther from the truth!  You can find projects that are simple enough for a child or beginner and more complicated projects too. There is definitely something for all ages to enjoy.
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How I Made Elsa and Anna Princess Costumes

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My granddaughter loved the movie Frozen and was pleased when I showed up at her birthday party with my own version of Elsa and Anna’s dresses. They would also make great Halloween costume!

Frozen's Elsa and Anna Princess Dresses

I got the pleasure of going to see Frozen with my granddaughter Blake when it was in the theater. Her response to the movie was priceless so much so that this movie will always have a special place in my heart. When my daughter started planning Blake’s 3rd birthday and decided to make it a princess theme, I decided I would make her a Princess Elsa dress to wear to the party. Of course, I also needed to make a Princess Anna dress for Tatum, my 18-month-old granddaughter! (My grandson was also at the birthday party and was feeling a little left out so we let him wear Anna’s cloak along with his own crown.)
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