With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays you may have missed these new bag patterns that became available the last several weeks.   Now that all your sewing for gifts is finished you may want to take some time to make something just for you.  And we all love bags and purses, don’t we?!

Jennifer’s Bag is the basic hobo bag only better!  It’s still a casual, comfy bag to carry.  It still holds lots of stuff.  It’s still great for everyday.  But now you won’t lose all your stuff at the bottom of the bag.  This designs boasts four finished exterior pockets.  Plus interior compartments that you can adjust to the size and number that you want.  You’ll be so organized.  You’ll know right where to find everything.

Nicki’s Bag has two roomy side pockets and a softly gathered look so you get pretty and practical all in one.  The plentiful interior pockets are totally customizable.  And the construction is just a bit different so you’ll learn something new!

You’ll have fun choosing fabrics for this Sweet and Simple Purse-O-Nality.  You can let those trim pieces blend in with the rest as they do the work of gentle shaping the bag or pick something to really contrast and stand out.  There are two pockets on the back and two more inside.

Kiki’s Bag has lots of options.  You can choose the style of handle:  a standard two handle design or a single shoulder strap.  You can choose either two or four outside pockets. And you can customize the interior compartments.

All of these bags are by Purse-O-Nalities so there are clear instructions with lots of easy, time-saving techniques.  So make something just for you, have fun doing it and learn something new.  Enjoy!

You can check out the rest of their Purse-O-Nalities patterns and then browse the quilt patterns so you’ll have something else to make when your purse is finished!

And don’t forget about Thimbleberries 2010.  There are only a couple days left to sign up!  Don’t miss it!

If you are looking for a great gift for a special person, a Fabric Club will give all year.  Or suggest it to your spouse to give to you – he’ll love it as there’s no roaming the mall and it’ll be a gift you’ll love over and over again – every month!

There are several from which to choose . . .

…and several more. The clubs offers a choice of the fabric cut: fat quarters, half yard cuts, yard cuts.  Each club gives 5 cuts of the size you choose, with the exception of the Marble Club which is 4 pieces. Every month you will receive your choice cuts about the same time of the month and every attempt will be made to not duplicate a piece of fabric in a twelve month period. Your stash will grow and grow . . . unless of course, you sew and sew!

Then there is the Ugly Duckling Fabric Club.  For only $13.49 you will receive 3 yards of fabric in various sizes: quarter yards, half yards, fat quarters.  All fabrics are quality 100% cotton and will include florals, prints, solids, and designer fabrics.  All fabrics that have been sold in the store – so you know they are not really ugly! Good fabrics, a surprise and all for less than half price – what a deal!

So if you know a certain someone who hasn’t shopped for you yet, copy and paste this link: http://www.quilterswarehouse.com/s-57-mcfc.aspx in an e-mail to them… hint, hint.

Or, treat yourself!

Yes, that’s right.  All Christmas patterns and all Christmas fabric is on sale.  10% off when you use the code: 10CMAS at checkout.  But hurry, this offer ends December 15.  You have just a few days left! 

Unless you are speed-sewer and have all your other Christmas work finished, you probably don’t have time to make too many more Christmas gifts.  But you can take this opportunity to replenish your stash of Christmas fabric. 

You’ll find subtle prints . . .

And bold prints. . .

And eveything in between.

And, while you have your Christmas decorations on display, this would be a good time to select a few Christmas patterns that would complement what you already have.  There are patterns for tree skirts, stockings, and ornaments.

There are also wall hangings, dolls, table toppers, penny rugs and quilts all with Christmas themes.

So head on over to QuiltersWarehouse and don’t miss out!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Now might not be the time to start working on an heirloom quality quilt to give as a gift this Christmas.  Unless you’re sewing non-stop, a  Mariner’s Compass quilt is not going to be finished in time.  A Giant Dahlia quilt will not be ready to bloom until closer to Spring. 

But there is time to make a few simpler projects.  Here is a second selection of itmes you can still make before Christmas. You can give handmade!

Your kids or grandkids (or nieces & nephews, neighbor kids, you name it) will love these Animal Wrappers after bathtime.  You’ll need a towel and a washcloth.  Sew them together, add embellishements and you can make one of five different critters.

Here’s another idea for the kids.  Make Poncho Pizzazz with fleece for chilly days or with terry for a swimsuit coverup.  Leave plain or add flowers and/or fringe.  Quick, quick, quick to make!

These baskets go together faster than you can say “Ba-Da-Bing…Ba-Da-Boom“.  Make one or several with Christmas fabrics, add a bag of cookies and you have a unique gift!

Quilted Coins make great stocking stuffers or token gifts.  Or use it to make a gift card a little more personal.  3″ x 3.5″ with velcro closure.  Make them as simple or intricate as you like.

 The Humbug Bag makes a great little gift all by itself.  Or you can add a few treasures.  This pattern comes in three sizes and you can make one in just an hour. 

That should get you started.  Come back in a day or two and we’ll have a selection of Christmas items you can make to decorate your home or to gift.  This way you can take advantage of the sale (10% off all Christmas patterns & fabrics! until Dec 15th) and add some Christmas charm to your home.

There is still time to make gifts for Christmas and get that warm fuzzy feeling of giving handmade.   The added bonus is that you don’t have to fight the crowds at the stores.   Here’s a few patterns that would make great gifts. 

 

Lots of places for little hands to hang on to this Brainy Baby Ball.  Easy and fun to make.   You’ll use this pattern over and over.

 

16 pages of things to do in this I Can Do It book.  Keeps little ones occupied for a long time and they’ll learn while they are playing!

 

 

This Child’s Coloring Bag holds eight crayons and two or three books.  So quick and easy to sew you can make several and have a few extras on hand “just in case”.

Three Quiet Games To Go with a tote, pieces and pockets.  Kids will enjoy the games and they can carry it themselves.

For the new Moms on your list, the Grab N’ Go Diaper Clutch will come in handy.  Just the right size to hold 2 or 3 diapers, some wipes, and a changing pad.  The pattern for the changing pad is included.

Now you might think you could use this as a gag gift, and perhaps you could, but Boomer Bibs will come in handy keeping dress clothes clean during a quick breakfast before you head to work or lunch at your desk the day you have an important client meeting in the afternoon.  Remember these come summer time – it might be fun to make a bunch and have them at a barbeque with messy ribs.

 

Make someone smile with these Cupcake Oven Mitts.  Very quick, very easy, and very useful!

Okay, pick one or two or more and start sewing.  You’ll love gifting these handmade items.   Check back here in a day or two or three and we’ll have more gift ideas for you.

And did you see that all Christmas fabric AND Christmas patterns at Quilterswarehouse are 10% off until December 15th?  Be sure to take advantage of the special pricing.