Sunday, August 4, 2013

HO HO HO, It's Blog Hop Time!

Before I show my little projects, I want to say Thank You Carol and Madame Samm for another wonderful hop. You have inspired us to create and kept us all organized.

I worked on two projects. First, a super cute snowman pleated zip bag. I love how the striped fabric peeks out from the pleats. The inside is peppermint candies. Sorry the photo doesn't show the inside pockets, or the cute snowflake topstitching on the striped fabric. This is the first time I have made a zip bag, so other than adding inside pockets, I didn't change the pattern. Now that I have the pattern down, I know my next one will have a ruffle. Sorry for the indoor photos, rainy days didn't allow for outdoor photos.




This cute pattern and a terrific video tutorial is available at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0CU6CwzfoTc and http://www.pattydoo.de/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/pattydoo_pouch_pattern.pdf


My second project is a cute fabric bowl. It was so much fun to make and so easy with just a zig zag stitch on the sewing machine. I know I will be making many of these in the future.







 
Thanks for stopping by.
For a chance at a giveaway see my post "Traveling Stash and some wins". I will pick a winner  on Sunday August 11th so I can mail out on Friday Aug 16th.
Be sure to visit the other crafty creative ladies today:
August 5
Cherry’s Prairie Primitives
Scraps of Life
Words & Stitches
Blue Heron Quilts
More Stars in Comanche
Handmade by Mama
Julie from Quilted Works (on Carol's blog)
In Stitches and Seams
Scrapbook ChickADoodle (you are here)
Jane’s Quilting
Beaquilter
Life@RuffHaven
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71 comments:

  1. apple blossomAugust 4, 2013 at 11:19 PM

    love your projects...love the pouch

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  2. Judy BAugust 4, 2013 at 11:33 PM

    Your purse is beautiful! I also love making fabric bowls, they are sew handy for lots of things. Thank you for sharing.

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  3. Heleen GrootAugust 5, 2013 at 1:08 AM

    The bag is very cute. I do have a slight fear for zippers, so this tutorial will be patiently waiting for me.... The fabric bowl is gorgeous too....so many uses for that one! Unfortunately I do not have the zigzag down yet.... I do almost everything by hand and the machine only gets to do straight stitching..... Thank you for showing the tutorials, I will have to overcome some fears!

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  4. GNIESZKAAugust 5, 2013 at 1:08 AM

    Great project :) Thank ypou for sharing :) Have a nice day !

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  5. UnknownAugust 5, 2013 at 2:46 AM

    How very cute and thank you for the links...appreciate it. This will have to go onto my to do list......thanks for sharing...

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  6. Baa. xxxAugust 5, 2013 at 2:55 AM

    The purse is lovely and so is the bowl - I wonder if they are easy to mke. It looks great in red and white.

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  7. GillAugust 5, 2013 at 3:23 AM

    I like both of your projects - I've never tried making a bowl!!
    Thank you for sharing!

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  8. UnknownAugust 5, 2013 at 3:28 AM

    Thanks for sharing these lovely projects with us!

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  9. Britt-IngerAugust 5, 2013 at 4:13 AM

    Your Christmas pouch is so cute!! Thanks for sharing

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  10. charlotteAugust 5, 2013 at 4:57 AM

    Love your pouch. Those pleats are adorable. Great job.

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  11. JoyceLMAugust 5, 2013 at 5:28 AM

    Thanks for sharing your pretty projects.

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  12. SparkyAugust 5, 2013 at 5:44 AM

    Ohhh I am feeling it...that loving spirit that comes with the holidays...bet there is some in your cute pouch and bowl...

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  13. Elizabeth CoughlinAugust 5, 2013 at 6:04 AM

    Great projects, especially the pouch!

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  14. Marjorie's Busy CornerAugust 5, 2013 at 6:34 AM

    wonderful projects....

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  15. EdithaAugust 5, 2013 at 6:41 AM

    Good work ! Thank you for sharing!

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  16. SherryAugust 5, 2013 at 6:50 AM

    Wonderful projects. I love making bags like that, they are so much fun.

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  17. ThearicaAugust 5, 2013 at 6:58 AM

    the pouch is great!

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  18. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioAugust 5, 2013 at 7:01 AM

    I have made a lot of those fabric wrapped clothesline bowls. They are addicting to make. I like yours in the red and white. The bag is nice too.

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  19. StitchinByTheLakeAugust 5, 2013 at 7:22 AM

    Very cute zip bag! A friend made me a bowl like that and I love it! blessings, marlene

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  20. Michele TAugust 5, 2013 at 7:38 AM

    Love the fabrics you chose for the zip bag - too cute! I've never made a bowl like that... maybe some day! Thanks for sharing in the hop!

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  21. CarolAugust 5, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    Thanks for sharing your projects. One of these days, I'm going to make one of those bowls... Yours is really neat.

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  22. krislovesfabricAugust 5, 2013 at 7:46 AM

    Beautiful bowl!!!

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  23. JeanieAugust 5, 2013 at 8:16 AM

    Great bag and bowl! I've wanted to make one of those bowls for a long time. Thanks for sharing today!

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  24. LindaAugust 5, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    Your bag and your bowl are so pretty! Great job!

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  25. Connie Kresin CampbellAugust 5, 2013 at 8:27 AM

    What a cute little zip bag and your bowl is beautiful! Thanks for sharing!

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  26. Carol SwiftAugust 5, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Cute, cute zipper bag and bowl! Thanks for the link to the bag...maybe I'll get brave and make one. :O)

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  27. BetsyAugust 5, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    I love your projects. Thank you for participating in the hop.

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  28. LeahAugust 5, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    Such nice projects! Love the bowl. I love making them. I have quite a few myself but none for Christmas yet. Looks like a new Christmas project is going on my crafting list. :)

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  29. vickiAugust 5, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    I love the xmas bag and that you shared the link too! I will check this out for sure. Have a sweet day hugs

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  30. LouAugust 5, 2013 at 10:10 AM

    Great projects!

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  31. Pieced Brain Quilt DesignsAugust 5, 2013 at 10:38 AM

    Lovely bag and bowl. I have been wanting to make a fabric bowl for a while, now I think I will!

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  32. pinsandneedlesAugust 5, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    I really like this small bag with the pleats at the sides. Thanks for the link. Your bowl is cute too!

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  33. Just Quilt ItAugust 5, 2013 at 10:59 AM

    I love the pleated bag and will really take a look at the link. I've wanted to try making a bowl, and I even bought the rope, but I haven't attempted it yet. Your work is lovely. Thanks for sharing!

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  34. CalicojoanAugust 5, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    What cute fabric on your zip bag. I too love bowls. Are they just not the most fun to make?

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  35. janAugust 5, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    Your pouch is very cute and that bowl adorable. I haven't made one of them but may have to try it. Too cute.
    xo jan

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  36. FrederikaAugust 5, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    What a cute pouch. I love the fabric you used. Thanks for sharing

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  37. Kathy MacKieAugust 5, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    Count me in.

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  38. MarianneAugust 5, 2013 at 11:44 AM

    I just love the fabric you used for the little bag. I might have to make one of them. Thanks for the link to the tutorial

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  39. tink's momAugust 5, 2013 at 11:55 AM

    Great little zip pouch, love the pleats. Just be careful zip pouches are addicting. That bowl is pretty cleaver too. Thanks so much for sharing/

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  40. PamAugust 5, 2013 at 12:15 PM

    I make fabroc boxes but have never thought about making a bowl, I am thinking about it now.

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  41. VickieAugust 5, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    I thannk you for the link, I'll have to try a bowl very soon !

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  42. JoannaAugust 5, 2013 at 1:27 PM

    I like both of your projects. The bowl is a great idea. Thanks.

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  43. MaraAugust 5, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    Love your zippered pouch, thanks for the links.

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  44. MarcyAugust 5, 2013 at 2:04 PM

    Great pouch! The pleats look interesting. Your bowl is neat too. Thanks for the links--maybe I should give that pouch a try.

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  45. AnonymousAugust 5, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    Hiya!!! I love the little pouch---especially the peek-a-boo panels. And I've just gotta learn how to make those bowls. Too cute!!! Thanks for sharing and for having the giveaway. Merry Christmas, blessed be, hugs!!! Pam

    pamspretties57 at gmail dot com

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  46. Joyce CarterAugust 5, 2013 at 2:41 PM

    Very cute projects. i love the zipper pouch with the little peek-aboo inserts. That is so cute. I know that I will be making some of these. Thank you for sharing today.

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  47. Heidi [Banks of Frog Creek]August 5, 2013 at 4:05 PM

    Love the fabric you chose for the bag!

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  48. Bonnie PfrimmerAugust 5, 2013 at 4:09 PM

    Love your projects you made..Thank you for sharing.I am going to try some of those bowls..

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  49. Linda CAugust 5, 2013 at 4:09 PM

    Wow, what a cute bag! The fabric you chose is just perfect for it. How clever is the holiday bowl too. Happy Holidays in advance.

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  50. RosaAugust 5, 2013 at 4:34 PM

    It`s very cute and love your fabrics choice.Thanks for sharing!

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  51. Sharon DawnAugust 5, 2013 at 4:53 PM

    Those are great ideas for holiday gifts! I love the pleated bag! Thanks for a connection to the directions! Happy Stitching!

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  52. Jane's QuiltingAugust 5, 2013 at 5:08 PM

    What a cute bag. Perfect for gifts, gee, that is a great gift itself. I also adore your bowl. I never tried making one, someday.

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  53. SandyAugust 5, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    Such a cute pouch...love the fabrics! Thanks for sharing the link for it. I have wanted to try the bowls, but haven't gotten up the nerve yet. Thanks for sharing with all of us.

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  54. Bente-I like to QuiltBlogAugust 5, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    Very cute Susi-bag, lovely fabrics!
    Thanks for sharing ☺

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  55. Marla's CraftsAugust 5, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    Very nice. Love your projects.

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  56. maggieAugust 5, 2013 at 7:59 PM

    I love the bag! Great fabrics.
    The bowls are so nice. Well done.
    cheers
    maggie

    maggiemine42@gmail.com

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  57. evelynAugust 5, 2013 at 8:05 PM

    I love the bag. I had a chance to take a class on fabric bowls-after seeing yours, I'm sorry I didn't go.

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  58. BethAugust 5, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    Your bag & bowl are fabulous! I love the fabrics you chose. Thank you for sharing. I love to make small bags.

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  59. VickiTAugust 5, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    I really love the pleated zip bag. And the fabric bowl is something I have wanted to make for a long time now. You are the second one in the past week and a half who has shown one. I need to get the supplies to make one soon.

    I wanted to comment, but please do not put my name in for the travelling stash. As much as I would LOVE to win that, I can't as I do not have a blog yet.

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  60. Patty August 5, 2013 at 9:27 PM

    Thanks for sharing your projects!

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  61. In stitches and seamsAugust 5, 2013 at 10:08 PM

    the pleated bag is interesting I have note seen this type before and I will have to check the info out. ANd I love little snow men sew I might have to look for the right fabric to make one with too.
    thanks for sharing with us , it is great to see what everyone has been creating for the hop.
    take care
    in stitches

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  62. ShirleyCAugust 5, 2013 at 11:17 PM

    Very cute bag! I need to make some fabric bowls for the microwave.

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  63. SuzeAugust 5, 2013 at 11:28 PM

    The peppermint lining to the pleated, zipped bag is perfect! I had not seen that item before. Bravo! I adore the fabric bowl. I haven't mustered the courage to try one yet. I love the bi-colored bowl. You are very clever. I haven't seen the idea of a two tone bowl, either. Thanks very much for participating and sharing your great creativity. You know how to get the Christmas spirit flowing.

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  64. MelodyAugust 6, 2013 at 7:06 AM

    Both projects are delightful

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  65. sandraAugust 6, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    Love your projects so cute. Thanks for sharing

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  66. RobinAugust 6, 2013 at 1:54 PM

    Great projects! Your peppermint bag is adorable. I love the peppermint fabric peaking through the cracks. I am going to go check out that cute little pattern. Thanks for the link!

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  67. LJAugust 6, 2013 at 9:33 PM

    Your fabric bowl is so Christmasy looking. I love the fabrics you used for the bag - excellent choices; you did a great job.

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  68. MichelleAugust 7, 2013 at 12:52 AM

    Both are such wonderful projects. Thanks for sharing.

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  69. Emily CAugust 7, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    Lovely pleated bag. I also love the striped peeking out.

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  70. BizyStitchesAugust 8, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    I'm into bags and I like yours. The fabrics are good together. Thanks for sharing.

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  71. Cathy's ChatterAugust 8, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    Oh, very nice! Great ideas too. Thanks for sharing.

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