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Friday, August 28, 2009

A finish and a start !

Yay ! A finish for August ! Although I'm not in the sewing machine cover challenge all those involved in it have inspired me to make my own . I really enjoyed making something just for me and using up scraps and not taking notes for a pattern as I went . I even added pockets on the side of the cover to try and get a little organisation going on in the Craftroom . I did say a little organised , I don't expect miracles !
I don't usually have the opportunity to buy matching fabrics as my nearest fabric store is Spotlight an hour away and when I do get there usually once a year it's a case of snatching a bundle of fabric and getting out of the store as quickly as possible .(After I've paid for them of course !) So recently I treated myself to this Micheal Miller fabric that coordinates ! I have a project in mind for this that hopefully I can show you soon .

22 comments:

  1. Kris Meares - Tag Along TeddiesAugust 28, 2009 at 3:27 PM

    Hey Clare! Your sewing machine cover looks FABULOUS!! I have to confess to having a naked sewing machine - there just always seems to be a huge list of OTHER things that need to be sewn. Maybe one day ...! And your new fabrics look great! I'm not a pink girl at all, but can cope with it when it's teamed with green - I particularly like the swirly pattern on the left - very funky! Can't wait to see what you've got planned for them! Bear Hugs! KRIS

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  2. NikkiAugust 28, 2009 at 3:52 PM

    Love the cover Clare. And good for you for sewing for yourself. There should be more of it, I say!

    And those Michael Millar fabrics are delicious.

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  3. BarbAugust 28, 2009 at 3:57 PM

    Yes, i love it toooo and love your fabric as well.....

    Be sure to come by my blog for a giveaway tomorrow....

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  4. PVK DevotionalsAugust 28, 2009 at 4:39 PM

    Thanks Clare for your comment on my blog..I love the bunnies also.
    Your sewing machine cover looks great, you have done a fantastic job. This is something I have planned to do for a long time..maybe oneday I will have it done and be able to show everyone too.

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  5. MisteaAugust 28, 2009 at 4:47 PM

    Like the way you have dressed up your sewing machine - so pretty. That sure is cool fabric. Honestly can't imagine not being able to stop at a fabric shop on a regular basis. Enjoy creating with your new fabric.

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  6. Vicki ♥August 28, 2009 at 5:20 PM

    Thats a great machine cover and is nice and bright and I also love your new fabrics too...woooo hoo cant wait to see what you create with them. Its nice to have a bit of a spend up in a different shop :)

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  7. JulieAugust 28, 2009 at 6:13 PM

    Very nice fabric, I love your sewing machine cover too. I live an hours drive from a Spotlight too.

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  8. Mrs ButtonAugust 28, 2009 at 6:40 PM

    The sewing machine is looking loved and beautifully dressed. The new fabrics are scrumptious and I can't wait to see what you create with them. Lisa.

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  9. A Bite of Country CupcakesAugust 28, 2009 at 7:17 PM

    Those fabrics are just gorgeous.
    Micheal miller fabrics are tho,Eh?
    I would love to be able to sew...Threading the machine is work enough for me! lol!

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  10. RobynAugust 28, 2009 at 7:47 PM

    Your cover looks great........I must admit I would be too scared to cover my machine, don't they say 'out of sight, out of mind'?

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  11. CardygirlAugust 28, 2009 at 8:25 PM

    gorgeous fabrics!

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  12. ittybittyandprettyAugust 28, 2009 at 8:26 PM

    those fabrics are smashing. i want a new machine not just a new cover!
    %*_*%

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  13. miss~nanceAugust 29, 2009 at 7:17 AM

    Great machine cover. I would really love to make one but have too many other projects that I HAVE to do first.

    Your new fabric is really bright and cheery, looking forward to seeing what you make with it.

    Gail

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  14. RumiAugust 29, 2009 at 1:39 PM

    I adore your cover! So cheery!

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  15. Simone de KlerkAugust 30, 2009 at 3:31 AM

    I love your machine cover and the fabrics your bought look lovely together (O: Look forward to the project you have in mind with it! Have a lovely Sunday (O:

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  16. LaurieStarAugust 30, 2009 at 10:31 AM

    This is so cute! I love the colors!

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  17. CoraAugust 31, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    Hi Clare, Your sewing machine cover is nice, I like the pockets on the side and the row of flowers make it really cute. You should enter the challenge- it closes tomorrow the 31st.
    www.acraftymoment.blogspot.com

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  18. CoraAugust 31, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    Hi Clare, Your sewing machine cover is nice, I like the pockets on the side and the row of flowers make it really cute. You should enter the challenge- it closes tomorrow the 31st.
    www.acraftymoment.blogspot.com

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  19. UnknownSeptember 1, 2009 at 4:43 PM

    Good Morning, Great cover and beautiful choice of fabrics!, have a sweet day! x

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  20. missi muSeptember 1, 2009 at 10:52 PM

    Hi Clare,

    Looks like you have been busy! You have inspired me to make my own cover. Thanks for dropping by too, nice to know we aren't talking to ourselves! Bec

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  21. Indigo BlueSeptember 7, 2009 at 3:32 AM

    Lovely machine cover. Mine could probably do with something to keep the dust off when it is sitting on my sewing table. Lovely blog too.

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  22. BecSeptember 8, 2009 at 9:33 PM

    A gorgeous machine cover, love the colours!

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