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Stitching & Crafting Room:  Artful Apron Challenge & Supply Sources  |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 05 2007 : 5:18:26 PM
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Welcome....glad you stopped by to see what this Challenge is all about! 
The finished apron can either be worn or displayed. Hang them on your walls, windows, tie to a chairback, hang from a hook, etc.
If that got your attention then you must read on…
The Apron's foundation may be from a Recycled Garment, Readymade Apron (New or Vintage) or a Pattern Design of your choice. Your Apron may be Child Sized or Adult sized, Half or Full ~ it's up to you!
Now the journey begins!! Add an abundance of trims and whatever else strikes your fancy". The idea is to go beyond the normal embellishment you would put on a functional apron. It will be one of a kind!
You can give your apron any type of theme you want to....it could be a Farmgirl, Citygirl, Retro, Spiritual, Going to a party, Vintage, Modern ~ anywhere you want to go with it!!
For complete details and to sign-up you can go here:
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.com/artfulapronswap.html!
Here is an Inspiration List for possibilities ~
1. Painting
2. Dyeing
3. Stamping
4. Machine stitching
5. Hand stitching
6. Beading
7. Buttons
8, Distressing
9. Ribbons and other trims (pom-poms,beaded trim, etc.)
10.Needlefelting
11.Silk Flowers and leaves or pieces of..
12.Tulle, Organdy and other sheer fabrics
13.Novelty Yarns & other Fibers
14.Crayon Transfers
15.Permanent Markers
16.Men's ties
17.Photo Transfers
18.Crochet & Knitting
19.Quilt Squares
20.Feedsacks
I'm hosting this Challenge so just send me an email with your picture attached or post your picture here on this topic. There is NO due date. This is about sharing your fancywork!!
Stephanie
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.com/artfulapronswap.html
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.com
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.blogspot.com
Artful Apron Challenge Participant List ~
1. queenofdreamsz4u ~ challenge
2. Katmom ~ swap Received 8/18/07
3. Yarnmamma ~ swap Received 8/18/07 & 10/3/07
4. CabinCreek-Kentucky ~ challenge[/b]
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz |
Edited by - queenofdreamsz4u on Oct 09 2007 10:34:08 PM |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
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Naomi Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
1563 Posts
Naomi
Sunshine State
USA
1563 Posts |
Posted - Jul 13 2007 : 10:04:38 PM
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I'll have to see if I can find this Belle Armoire magazine next time I hit Joanns...sounds interesting...I'd join this but....I'm fairly busy at the moment, and well....I think it'd help if I'd seen the magazine, and knew what you were talking about when you say "artful aprons"...heh...
cheers,
~Naomi~
Most folks are about as happy as they make up their minds to be-Abraham Lincoln
Check out my blog:http://thebellamodiste.blogspot.com/
and my Etsy store: www.shesewsbytheseashore.etsy.com |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Jul 15 2007 : 05:00:59 AM
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Hey Naomi, I'll post a picture this week of some examples so you can get a feel for where you can go with it....which is anywhere, by the way! That's what makes them such fun..
No hurry, whenever you get the time you can join in..
Later, Stephanie
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.com
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.blogspot.com
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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TheSoapMaven
True Blue Farmgirl
691 Posts
Susan
LA
USA
691 Posts |
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Naomi Michelle
True Blue Farmgirl
1563 Posts
Naomi
Sunshine State
USA
1563 Posts |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
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Leezard
True Blue Farmgirl
950 Posts
Elizabeth
Novi
MI
USA
950 Posts |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
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CountryChick
True Blue Farmgirl
56 Posts
MICHIGAN
56 Posts |
Posted - Jul 18 2007 : 4:57:35 PM
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I would be interested in the Artful Apron swap.. I just need to find the Magazine this weekend. Is it okay if I am a beginner sewer.
Also, Stephanie I really liked your pinkeeps colors and artistic flair.
Nikki
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Jul 18 2007 : 5:24:41 PM
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Hey there Nikki,
Any level of sewing is just fine This is about having fun and exploring different machine stitches, hand embroidery, adding ribbons and other trims in no particular manner, adding charms, buttons, etc...You are only limited by your imagination.
When you see the pictures in the magazine it will inspire you..I'll be emailing you.
...til next time ~ queenofdreamsz
Drop by anytime for a Latte ~
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.blogspot.com
[urlwww.dreamkingdomdesigns.com] |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Jul 19 2007 : 2:40:55 PM
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Bumpin it up, again....
I know I've seen a few more new members this week....Come on in! It'll be lots of fun!
...til next time ~ queenofdreamsz
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.blogspot.com
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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Edited by - queenofdreamsz4u on Jul 20 2007 9:00:57 PM |
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EagleNest
True Blue Farmgirl
192 Posts
Mary
Yakima
WA
192 Posts |
Posted - Jul 25 2007 : 09:35:23 AM
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Stephanie
I'm thinking about joining. Let me ponder over the weekend and I'll let you know next week.
Mary
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Gal 5:22 |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2007 : 5:45:06 PM
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Steph,
how's the signing up going?
Are you still hosting this swap?
I wasn't planning on doing any swaps (except for the Fall quilt squares) for a few weeks, but then saw your post and thought I could toss my pincushion in and make a 'surprize" apron for this swap. Besides, I need a sewing fix!
So if you are still on, sign me up!
tata-4-now
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2007 : 9:45:07 PM
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Hey katmom,
Yep, it will be going on til atleast October 15th but will probably be extented. Thanks for signing up!
...until next time - queenofdreamsz
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Originally posted by katmom
Steph,
how's the signing up going?
Are you still hosting this swap?
make a 'surprize" apron for this swap. Besides, I need a sewing fix!
So if you are still on, sign me up!
tata-4-now
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
www.katmom4.blogspot.com
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Aug 05 2007 : 10:57:14 PM
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Koolamondo, I will be out & about sometime this week to shop for Autumn fabric & I will look for that just perfect fabric to make an apron for this creativly fun swap.
Thanx for letting me join in the fun.
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Aug 07 2007 : 8:59:59 PM
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ok Steph,
tomorrow I sew,,,,,I found some "so me" type fabric to make an apron outta of......I can hardly wait to get creative!!!!
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Aug 09 2007 : 12:02:22 AM
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Yeah, I got to have some much needed "Sewtherapy" today and made my apron for the swap.
I'll email you tomorrow.
I had fun with this one, even my furbabies like it!!!!
tata-4-now
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Aug 09 2007 : 11:38:15 PM
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Ok, mine is done. I finished it today.
When would you like me to send it to you?
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Aug 10 2007 : 03:40:46 AM
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You can mail it to me now or as late as October 15th. You didn't sign up for the drawing...you gotta go here to do that:
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.com/artfulapronswap.htmland the mailing address is on that page also.
Everyone else is signed up
You can also make aprons and send me pictures of them to put in the Gallery. This is the "Challenge" approach to the event You do all the dressing up of your apron and send a full view and a close-up view picture so it can be "shown off".
...til next time ~ queenofdreamsz
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.com/artfulapronswap.html
www.dreamkingdomdesigns.com/apronpocketswap.html
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Aug 10 2007 : 9:22:05 PM
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Kool!,
I signed up (think I did it right).
I will stop by the P.O. Tuesday or Wednesday to get this "katmom origional" apron out to you.
tata-4-now
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
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Aunt George
True Blue Farmgirl
1476 Posts
Georgann
Midlothian
VA
1476 Posts |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
17161 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
17161 Posts |
Posted - Sep 05 2007 : 11:43:50 PM
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Yipeeeee! Georgann is joining in the fun.....
>^..^< Happiness is being a katmom.
www.katmom4.blogspot.com |
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Sep 06 2007 : 12:11:54 AM
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Challenge Entry Here!! Would love to see more farmgirls getting involved in making these "themed" "collage" Artful Aprons..whatever you wish to call them. They are alot of fun to make and share what all you did to them
I used Batik fabric and spiderweb fabrics on the frontside and used a vintage piece of paisley design for the back. I used a lot of the overdyed and solid Rayon Seam tape as embellishments along with vintage MOP buttons.
I cut out Spider's, Cats, Bats, and a Witch from another piece of fabric and put a double layer of black tulle over each and appliqued these pieces. I stitched through the spider body so no stitching is noticed. I outlined the witch with a metallic gel pen.
I surface stitched by hand the batik areas...
Pocket Detail shown while in progress..
The Flounce with spiders ready to sew on.. in progress stage...
The Ribbon Streamers I made from Rayon Seam tapes..some overdyed some are not.
Stephanie
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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queenofdreamsz4u
True Blue Farmgirl
3845 Posts
Stephanie Suzanne
Smoky Mountains Tennessee
USA
3845 Posts |
Posted - Sep 06 2007 : 12:15:52 AM
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Remember, you can participate by either swapping an apron that someone else will add more goodies too OR join the Challenge only and just post your pictures here and tell about what you used and how you did it.
Stephanie
"hold close your inner child and always listen to the gentle whispers" ~queenofdreamsz
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mima
True Blue Farmgirl
1573 Posts
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Posted - Sep 06 2007 : 07:04:28 AM
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| Stepanie!! Love the apron! I'm such a newbie at the craft and art thing!! I'd love to learn how to do altered art! Would there be any books or sites you'd reccomend? You are amazing! Thanks and hugs1!!!!! |
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Stitching & Crafting Room: Artful Apron Challenge & Supply Sources |
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Artful Apron Challenge & Supply Sources
