Rag Quilt Purse

Stampers,

Before I forget today by 5pm is the RSVP deadline for the Sunny Day Stamp-a-Stack in Monmouth on Saturday, March 6th.  Click HERE for the details.

OK onto today's share.

I am so very excited to share with you a project I just finished last night.  It's my first Rag Quilt Purse with the Scallop Square die and I'm sure it won't be my last.  In fact I just went to JoAnn's yesterday and purchased some more fabric to make another bag. :o)

Isn't it so cute!!!

To make your own Rag Quilt Purse you'll need the Big Shot, Cutting Pads and Scallop Square Die.  For my project I only used two patterns of fabric plus a solid for the handles and closing strap.

First you'll want to cut out a bunch of fabric scallop squares. . . 38 to be exact using your Big Shot and Scallop Square Die.

You'll also cut 19 squares of batting (3-1/4 x 3-1/4) You will use 2 scallop squares and sandwich the batting inside.

Then take it to your sewing machine and stitch from corner to corner so you make an X.  If you look close you'll see my X in the picture below.

When you're done with your scallop squares you'll have a total of 19 "finished" squares. 

You'll want to lay your scallop squares out so that you can see how the pattern will layout.  Here I just did an alternating pattern.

After you have the scallops where you want them you'll sew them together making sure to leave your scallops on the outside.  You could also make a purse or a bag and put the scallops on the inside. . . it just all depends how you want your project to look.

Here's what my project looked like after I had all of my Scallop Squares stitched together. . . notice my "seams" are on the outside of my project.

The next step (and the step I didn't want to do it) was to make the handles and the closing strap.  The reason why I wasn't thrilled about doing them was having to stitch straight. (ick!)  You see with the Rag Quilt Purse you don't really have to worry about stitching straight because all of your "seams" are on the outside, so it hides your lines.  But with the handles and closing strap it's pretty noticeable especially when you pick a solid fabric like I did.

First I cut out my straps. . .  finished side is 1 x 24, but fabric was 2-1/4 x 24 and the closing strap was 1/2 x 12 but fabric was 2 x 12.  After putting a strip of batting (3/4 x 24) in each of the handles I tucked the excess fabric in (using lots of pins).  Then I took to my sewing machine and went very slow!!!

After I got my handles and closing strap stitched I stuck them into the top of my purse and stitched around the whole top taking care to backstitch over the handles and closing strap for extra support.  Before you stitch the top shut you'll want to sew your button on the front so that you can make sure your closing strap is the correct length.

You can always "dress-up" the outside of your purse by adding a quilted flower. . . here's my flower.

I almost forgot to mention after you have your project all put together go around and snip all of the scallops so that it will fray and look more like a Rag Quilt. . . you can even through it in the washing machine to speed up the frayed process.

OK  - Finally here is my finished project!!!  I'm not 100% sure if the flower will stay on or stay where it is. . . what's your opinion???  Keep it on, take it off, or move it and where?)

Thanks for stopping by today and I hope you enjoyed the project today!

- Georgia

p.s.

Just a reminder cards clubs start the 2nd week in March. . . right now there is room in both the 2nd Tuesday and 2nd Wednesday of the month.  Call or e-mail me to save your spot today!

Scallop Square Big Shot Bag!!!

Hi Stampers,

I am so excited to share with you today the cute little bags I made on Friday.  To make a bag of your own you'll need the Big Shot and the Scallop Square Die.  Please note I am not the best with my sewing machine(yet), so don't look to close at my straight (or kinda straight) lines.  :o)

For this bag I used 8 scallop squares.  Four in the front and four in the back.  Below you'll see a picture of four of the scallops put together. I just used some fabric I had on hand, but I've went to JoAnn's and purchase some really cute fabric for my next bag.

The next picture is a close up of my bag put together.  I just love ruffle don't you?

And here is a picture of both bags all put together.  I thought starting with a small bag first would be easy, but it was actually kinda hard to get the fabric under the sewing machine.  My next bag is going to have at least 12 scallops on each side. . . I'm thinking that will be much better to work with on my machine.

Thanks for stopping by and make sure to keep checking back as I'd like to share with you my next fabric project I'm working on.

Have a GREAT Sunday!

Georgia

Pillow Box Die

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd like to share with you a little gift I made my club members this month.  For this project I used the Pillow Box Bigz Die (113466 Price: $19.95).

Slip a little treat inside this petit pillow box or create a pocket full of posies. No matter what you do with this precious box, the recipient will love the amount of thought you put into it, even though it was a breeze to create.

■ To create pillow box, cut the die and fold along score marks. Adhere side of box using Sticky Strip for a firm hold, and fold ends of box in.

So here's what I came up with. :o)

And here it is again with a different strip of Designer Series Paper.

Some of the ladies couldn't get them open fast enough to get the chocolate out. :o)

Thanks for stopping by today!

Georgia

p.s. I have been busy working on a project with fabric, sewing machine and my Big Shot!  Make sure you keep checking back. :o)

Fabric Flowers

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd like to share with you a few fabric flowers that my mother and I made last fall.  I had totally forgot about them until I was digging for some fabric last night and found them.

For this project we used the Flower Folds Bigz XL Die (115970 Price: $42.95) and cut out a bunch of flowers in different sizes and colors.

They were then folded in half and hand stitched together.  A button was stitched in the middle and a pin can be stitched on the back so you can put it on your coat or bag.

Here is a better picture of a single flower.

You can use Stampin’ Up!’s exclusive Flower Folds Bigz die to create multilayered, multicolor flowers, perfect for using as accents on scrapbook pages, cards, and gift boxes and bags. These flowers look beautiful as single flowers or layered.

Thanks for stopping by today!

Georgia

Upcoming Events!

Saturday, March 6th 10AM - Sunny Day Stamp-a-Stack - RSVP by 2/22

Cost is $25 or $30 with envelopes and we are making 25 cards.

Location: The Well, 900 South Main Street, Monmouth

Fabric Quilt Square

Hi Stampers,

Fabric is one of the industry's hottest trends right now, and the best part is, you don't even need to be a seamstress to get in on the action! You can create gorgeous fabric accessories and home décor, all without ever touching a sewing machine. There are myriad of options for seamstresses and non-seamstresses alike, while Stampin' Up! does not sell fabric, many of their accessories will appeal to those who love creating with textiles. 

Today I'd like to share with you a Quilt Square that was created with the help of the Big Shot!

 

I've also created a new Fabric/Quilting Category, which you can find under Categories on the right side of this page. . . check it out to see what I've created using Fabric and my Big Shot!
 
Happy Stamping!
Georgia

Whimiscal Words (Sale-a-bration)

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd like to share with you the final card club members are making this month at card club. . . . just a reminder that new clubs start NEXT MONTH and now is the time to sign up.  I have a few spots open in both the 2nd Tuesday and 2nd Wednesday of the month card clubs. . . you can send me a message at georgia@mustainlaw.com for more information and/or to join.

OK onto stamping. :o)

Today's card uses the Sale-a-bration stamp set, Whimsical Words.

See the glitter on the candles!!!

Supplies Used

Stamp: Whimiscal Words (Sale-a-bration)

Card Stock: Melon Mambo, Crushed Curry, Bermuda Bay and Whisper White

Ink: Melon Mambo

Accessories: Big Shot, Big Bold Cupcakes Sizzlits Dies, Movers & Shapers Curly Label XL Die, Crystal Effects, Dazzling Diamonds, Stampin' Dimensional, Eyelet Boarder Punch and Curly Label Punch

I hope you like the sample today, and I had so much fun coming up with it.

Have a GREAT Wednesday!!!

Georgia

Upcoming Events:

Tonight: Wednesday Card Club!!!

Saturday, March 6th 10AM - Sunny Day Stamp-a-Stack - RSVP by 2/22

Cost is $25 or $30 with envelopes and we are making 25 cards.

Location: The Well, South Main Street, Monmouth

Madisyn's Banner

Hi Stampers,

I am very happy to share with you today a banner I made for Madisyn's 1st Birthday Party!!!  But before I do I wanted to remind you that Tuesday card club is TONIGHT!!!

Like I said this was Madisyn's first birthday, so the first banner read Happy 1st Birthday.

Sorry the picture above was so dark. . . here's a close up of the 1st and below you'll see the cupcakes. I thought the would make perfect spacers.

This banner was very long. . . I hope Madisyn's mom found a wonderful place to hang it. :o)

And the second banner was Madisyn, so that after the party was done it could be placed in Madisyn's bedroom.  Colors used are Pixie Pink, Lavender Lace, Tempting Turquoise and Whisper White.  I also used some designer paper from the Sunny Day scrapbook kit and my Big Shot to cut out butterflies.

Here is a close up of the M.

Accessories: Big Shot, Pennant Bigz XL Die, Scallop Circle Bigz Die, Serif Essentials Bigz Alphabet Die Set, Simple Numbers Bigz Die, Beautiful Butterflies Bigz Die, Big Bold Cupcakes Sizzlits 4-Pack Dies, Sliver Brads, Chunky Sprinkles, Chip Board, Tempting Turquoise 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon and Whisper White 1/4" Grosgrain Ribbon.

Thanks for stopping by today, and if you are in need of a custom banner contact me for a price quote.

Happy Stamping!

Georgia

Happy Moments

Hi Stampers,

Well the fun in St. Louis continues. . . . yesterday we went up in the Arch and did the boat show.  Today I think we'll head to Mills mall and do some shopping.  There is talk of ice skating, but of  since I'm prego I guess I'll just watch and take pictures.

Today I have another card to share with you today that uses the Sale-a-bration stamp set, Happy Moments.  It also used the Sale-a-bration punch!!!

For this card I dug out my water color pencils and my aqua painter to color in the flowers.

Thanks for stopping by and check back tomorrow!

Happy Stamping!

Georgia

Vintage Labels

Hi Stampers,

Happy Valentine's Day!!!  My family is still in St. Louis for the weekend and today we're going to check out the boat show. :o)

Before we start out I wanted to make sure to post with you. . . here's another card club card for this month, and it uses the Sale-a-bration stamp set, Vintage Labels.

I love this new embossing folder which can be found in the occasions mini catalog, if you'd like to try it out and are not in my card club let me know and we'll get together. . .  I should also mention that the Designer Paper is the level one hostess paper pack.  Call or e-mail me to book your workshop!

Have a GREAT day!

Georgia

Good Neighbors

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd like to share another card club card with you.  I finally had a chance to CASE this card and I think it turned out wonderful.  What do you think?

Just a reminder card clubs are THIS coming week!!!

Have a GREAT weekend!

Georgia

Very Vintage and Vintage Vogue

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd love to share with you the first card club members get to stamp next week.  You might think it looks familiar, than you're right.  I shared this card with you before, but it was in So Saffron.

This card uses the stamp set Vintage Voge (it's even clear-mount!) and jumbo wheel, Very Vintage.  Here I used Certainly Celery . . . lucky for me I had the matching 5/8" ribbon in my stash at home and a gold brad. :o)

Here are both cards. :o)

This is a card that would look awesome in many colors. . . I'm thinking Regal Rose. . . what do you think?

Thanks for stopping by and make sure to check back tomorrow for another card club card.

- Georgia

Happy Moments

Hi Stampers,

We'll the weekend is almost here, and I have been trying to get ready. . . . for the second year in a row my family is off to St. Louis with friends for a long holiday weekend of shopping and the boat show.  I'm kinda scared this year, because I have a fear we'll come home with a boat.  Well we won't really come home with a boat because I'm making sure we take the car, but we might have to go back another weekend an pick up a boat. :o)

Since we are going to be gone all weekend, and card clubs are next week I have a lot of projects to plan and card stock to cut before I can go to bed Friday night. :o)  I have 2 of my 5 cards designed and cut, so I'm closer than I was last night.

For card club I am using Sale-a-bration sets, and stamps from the occasions mini catalog. . . one of the sets I want to use for club, but haven't yet is the Sale-a-bration set, Happy Moments.

Since I haven't designed my card yet, I'd like to share with you one I pulled from the Stampin' Up! website.

Colors used are: Basic Gray card stock, Old Olive card stock, Very Vanilla card stock, Basic Black Craft Stampin' Pad, Basic Gray Stampin' Write marker, Certainly Celery Stampin' Write marker and Old Olive Stampin' Write marker

Accessories: Clear Stampin' Emboss powder , Old Olive 1-1/4" striped grosgrain ribbon, Stampin' Dimensionals, Sizzix Big Shot and Petals-O-Plenty Textured Impressions Embossing Folder

Thanks for stopping by today, and I hope to share with you some card club cards tomorrow and over the weekend.

Happy Stamping!
Georgia

Blake's Preschool Valentines

***Update*** For some reason when I check my blog it defaults to this post. . . . click my banner above to pull up current post.  I'm not sure what's going on, but I have been posting each day!

Hi Stampers,

Tomorrow is Blake's Valentine's Day party at Preschool, and last night we finished up his Valentines to pass out to his friends.  Blake was such a big help punching out hearts. :o)

For this project we used a couple of stamp sets.  The bear is from Under the Stars.  The greeting on back is from Smarty Pants, and the Happy Valentine's Day is a retired stamp. (sorry)  As you can see we also stamped Blake's name, and that was just a one line personalized stamp I ordered for him.  Blake was so very excited to have his name on a stamp.  When I gave it to him he gave me a big hug and said thank you!

Colors used were: Whisper White, Real Red and Chocolate Chip.  Accessories: 5/8" Chocolate Chip Ribbon, Heart Treat Cups, Large Heart Punch, Small Heart Punch, 1-3/8" Circle Punch, Liquid Glue and Sticky Strip.  Oh. . . I also used my husband's stapler, because mine is MIA. :o(

So .  . . after all of that talk would you like to see Blake's Valentines?  Lucky for us we only needed to make 10 for his class, so the pack of 12 Heart Treat Cups worked out perfect with two extras. . . of course Blake wants one for himself.

I though you might enjoy a close up of the Heart Cup .  . . it was full of M&Ms.

And so that they didn't need to tear apart the card to get the candy out I punched a hole in the back piece of card stock.

When they pull the ribbon it also moves the Chocolate chip card stock, which lets the candy come out the backside. :o)

Thanks for stopping by today and if you don't have those Valentines done yet, don't worry . . . there is still time.

There is also time to order more of these Heart Cups.  Beside Valentine's Day they would be perfect for Weddings.

Happy Stamping!

Georgia

Sunny Day Samples

Hi Stampers,

Well I'm still sick, so I haven't had much time to stamp.  I did find out I was able to take a cough medicine, but it doesn't seem to be helping.  Needless to say I haven't had much time for stamping and I have so very much to get done this week.

So today I'd like to share with you a couple of the cards we'll be stamping at The Well on March 6th.  Click HERE to find out all of the details about this Sunny Day Fun make and take class.

Thanks for stopping by today, and don't forget to register for the make and take class.

Happy Stamping!

Georgia

scrapbook pages

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd like to share with you the last two page 12x12 scrapbook layout we did at my make and take class this past weekend.  I wanted to keep it very simple and make it so the stampers could take it home and make it into whatever page they needed for their scrapbook.

And I want to say a special thank you to the ladies who attend my class.  They all know I wasn't feeling very well and appreciated all of the extra help you gave me.

Happy Stamping and I look forward to seeing you all again soon.

- Georgia

For You Card

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd like to share a card with you that was on my demo website. It uses two stamp sets that are in the Sale-a-bration catalog. :o)

Stamps: Good Neighbors*; Happy Moments*

Paper: Kraft card stock; Real Red card stock; Very Vanilla card stock

Ink: More Mustard Stampin’ Pad; Old Olive Stampin’ Pad; Real Red Stampin’ Pad; Soft Suede Stampin’ Pad

Accessories: Stampin’ Dimensionals; Scallop Edge punch;  Stamp-a-ma-jig

*Available as a Sale-A-Bration reward

Thanks for stopping by today and enjoy your Sunday!!!

Georgia

More Sunny Day Cards. . .

Hi Stampers,

Today I would like to share a few more cards made from the Sunny Day Scrapbook Kit, but before that I want to share a picture of Blake with you.

He loves Stampin' Up! boxes.

OK now it's card time.  :o)

What do you think???  They are so simple to make I just can't stop!  :o)

Today's post is short and sweet, because I'm off to Monmouth for a make and take class at The Well.  See some of you very soon!!!

Happy Stamping!

Georgia

Sunny Day Scrapbook Kit - Cards

Hi Stampers,

I am so excited about the March make and take class using the Sunny Day Simply Scrappin Kit.  You can view all of the details HERE.  Call or e-mail me to sign up!

When I was working on these cards I fell in love with them, and I really wanted to send them out right away.  However, I need those 25 cards to have at the actual make and take class. . . . so I took the other 1/2 of the kit and got busy.

While I copied some of the cards we are going to make in March, these cards below are not some of them.  However, I'm sure you could case these for the make and take if you want to change it up. :o) 

Ready to see my cards???

I'm so glad you stopped by today to "check" me out today!

Have a GREAT weekend!!!

Georgia

"I Like You" Love Note

Hi Stampers,

Have you clicked over to my Demonstrator Website within the last couple of days?  At the start of every month Stampin' Up! puts a few new samples on there for me.  One of the cards they put on there the first of February was this one shown below.

Stamps Love Bandit*

Paper: Kraft card stock; Hugs Sending Love Notes*; Glassine rectangle envelopes*
Ink: Old Olive Stampin’ Pad; Soft Suede Stampin’ Pad; Melon Mambo Stampin’ Write® marker
Accessories: Melon Mambo polka-dot grosgrain ribbon; Stampin’ Dimensionals

*From 2010 Occasions Mini Catalog
 
Make sure to click the link above and check out the other samples.
 
Happy Stamping!
Georgia

Happy Moments (Pop-Up cake die)

Hi Stampers,

I am very excited to share with you the 4th card design for Saturday's Make and Take class at The Well (South Main Street, Monmouth).  There is still time to sign up. . . just let me know ASAP if you'd like to come.  Cost is $20 and we start at 10am.

This card uses a couple of stamp sets. . . the first stamp set, is a Sale-a-bration set called, Happy Moments and the other set is called On Your Birthday.

Card Stock used is: Mellow Moss, Pretty in Pink, So Saffron and Whisper White.

AND . . . . Why settle for one dimension when you can have three? With the Three Tier Cake Pop-Up Bigz XL (116760 Price: $39.95) you can create the perfect wedding and party projects that will add dimension and depth!

Here's the view from the top!

This card will fold shut and fit into a "regular" aka medium size envelope.  You should have seen Blake's face when I showed him the card. . . talk about excited to see what was inside.

Don't forget to RSVP for Saturday's class so that you can make two of these cards yourself.

Happy Stamping!

Georgia

Valentine Treat!

Hi Stampers,

I wanted to give the stampers who attended my Mom and Me class a little treat last weekend, so I passed out these super quick and easy treats!

Using the scallop circle, 1-1/4" circle punch and various heart punches you can whip out a bunch of these in a hurry.

Today's post is short and sweet. . . if you're on my e-mail list you'll be getting my February newsletter list today!  To subscribe to my e-mail list just e-mail me at georgia@mustainlaw.com.

Thanks for stopping by . . . Happy Stamping!

Georgia

Sunny Day Simply Scrappin' Make and Take

Hi Stampers,

Today I'd like to share with you a card I made using some of the Sunny Day Simply Scrappin' Kit. This kit is so cute and fun to make cards with.

Some of you may recall making Christmas Cards and Birthday Cards from scrapbook kits with me in the past. . . we'll I'm very pleased to announce that on Saturday, March 6th we'll be making 25 cards using part of the Sunny Day Simply Scrappin Kit. . .  Get Excited!!!

Details for this Sunny Day Stamp-a-Stack are below!

When: Saturday, March 6th

Where: The Well, Monmouth

Time: 10am

Cost: $25.00

What: 25 Cards!!!

RSVP & Payment Due by: February 22nd

(so supplies can be ordered)

Would you like to see a few more of the cards you get to make???

Don't you just LOVE the colors and Designer Paper???

To register for this make and take, please send an e-mail to georgia@mustainlaw.com and if you would like to add on Envelopes, Snail Adhesive or a Snail Refill let me know that too.

Thanks for stopping by and I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Georgia

p.s.  If you would like to see all 25 of these card in person I'll have them on display at my make and take this Saturday, at The Well in Monmouth.  There is still time to RSVP for Saturday's event.  Details can be found HERE.