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*Farmgirl Barter™:  Christmas 2010 - Project #1 ??????  |
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EastTXFarmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
731 Posts
Victoria
Farmgirl #549
TX
USA
731 Posts |
 Posted - Jan 03 2010 : 6:52:27 PM
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OK ladies I need tips...I have the hardest time getting the trim straight on pot holders. Is there a trick to putting that many layers in the bias tape and getting it even and straight? I have attempted several and they all come out cockeyed. I don't care how slow or careful I try to be. And I can't seem to pin it on straight because of the layers making it too bulky.
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cinnamongirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1682 Posts
Carrie
Canada
1682 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2010 : 6:55:16 PM
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I use my walking foot to get through all the layers and I also sew it on like binding a quilt.
http://cinnamongirlsthreads.blogspot.com/ |
Edited by - cinnamongirl on Jan 03 2010 7:00:36 PM |
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ClaireSky
True Blue Farmgirl
1792 Posts
Julie
Arcadia
WI
USA
1792 Posts |
Posted - Jan 03 2010 : 7:00:40 PM
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I am going to follow along with all of you fine ladies. This idea of a project a month is just wonderful. My goal is to make at least 4 of each project if feasible.
Julie
Farmgirl Sister #399
West-Central WI Farmgirls
Folks will know how large your soul is by the way you treat a dog...Charles F. Doran |
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guerin
True Blue Farmgirl
88 Posts
Jennifer
Shandon
Ohio
88 Posts |
Posted - Jan 04 2010 : 05:10:25 AM
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| Thanks for the pattern link Michelle and thanks Toni for the offer of a pattern :) |
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nin1952
True Blue Farmgirl
269 Posts
Donna
Cedartown
GA
USA
269 Posts |
Posted - Jan 04 2010 : 1:40:20 PM
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Hi Michelle
If it's not too late, may I be included? This sounds like a greaaaaaaat idea! I love to sew and craft. Maybe this will keep me busy.
Blessings,
Donna
LIVE simply, LOVE generously, CARE deeply, SPEAK kindly...Leave the rest to God. |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Jan 05 2010 : 04:50:57 AM
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Since the weatherman is calling for 3-4 inches of snow Wednesday evening, I went to Wally World and picked up some cotton batting. This way I won't be stuck at home with nothing to do. Hopefully I can use up some of my fabric stash. 
Melanie
Be the kind of woman that when your feet hit the floor each morning the devil says "Oh Crap, She's up!"
Blog~ http://wheelsarealwaysturning.blogspot.com/
Swap Blog~ http://mels-swapshop.blogspot.com/ |
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Especially For You
True Blue Farmgirl
541 Posts
Tina
Watkinsville
GA
541 Posts |
Posted - Jan 05 2010 : 05:17:52 AM
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I know this thread is for making 2010 christmas gifts, but yesterday I started making birthday gifts for my 9 Grandchildren. I found at JoAnns a great patteren for a Tee-Pee. It is made out of PVC pipe and heavy cotton duck fabric. It sooo cute. My first one is going to be ready for this Saturday. I will posy a pic when I am done. I asked the older Granddaughters if they wanted one, they are 13 and 10 and they both thought it would be great to read in and have some alone time. It sure does feel good to be making something that they will use and enjoy no matter what the age.
Blessings,
Tina
Farmgirl#455 |
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cinnamongirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1682 Posts
Carrie
Canada
1682 Posts |
Posted - Jan 05 2010 : 09:38:46 AM
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Tina those are neat eh kids love them.
I liked the pattern so much I picked it up yesterday even though it wasn't on sale. Love the back on that apron.
http://cinnamongirlsthreads.blogspot.com/ |
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Kelly Wall
True Blue Farmgirl
430 Posts
Kelly
Apison
TN
USA
430 Posts |
Posted - Jan 05 2010 : 12:05:39 PM
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THe tee pee sounds so neat, my nephews would love it, please post pictures when you are finished! I would love to see.
Kelly
Farmgirl #238
May your bobbin always be full... |
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Kelly Wall
True Blue Farmgirl
430 Posts
Kelly
Apison
TN
USA
430 Posts |
Posted - Jan 07 2010 : 5:27:11 PM
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I have started my set of potholders, I have stuffed them so thick that I am having a hard time getting the Bias tape straight. I put a layer of quilted batting, insul brite, and 2 layers of fabric (front & back) I don't want anyone who uses these to get burned! Any suggestions on getting the bias tape to stay straight? I guess I could use a million pins!
Kelly
Farmgirl #238
May your bobbin always be full... |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Jan 07 2010 : 7:25:29 PM
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ooo ooo ooo I have an idea! What about simple jewelry gifts for a topic? like bracelts and such? Not that I do any jewelry making but I have always wanted to give it a try. That would give me an excuse to learn.
BTW I haven't been able to start on my pot holders yet. My big project has taken more time than I anticipated. My fat old man that I am making finally has feet that will fit in his shoes. Tomorrow I have to finish altering his clothes and get his body dressed. Then I plan to take a little break from him and at least pick out fabrics for my potholers.
Melanie
Be the kind of woman that when your feet hit the floor each morning the devil says "Oh Crap, She's up!"
Blog~ http://wheelsarealwaysturning.blogspot.com/
Swap Blog~ http://mels-swapshop.blogspot.com/ |
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Especially For You
True Blue Farmgirl
541 Posts
Tina
Watkinsville
GA
541 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 04:36:04 AM
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I ordered my pattern for my pot holders from Vannila House on Monday. I should be finnished with the tee pee by the time it gets here then I can start on them. I have gathered my fabric for them and checked on the price for insul brite at JoAnns, 5.99 a yard. I got in the mail some coupons for JoAnns 3- 50 percent off and one 40 percent off regular price they never put that batting on ale. lol I think I will use them on that. So I think we are off to a good start.
I realy like the jewlery idea. I have never made any but I would like to try.
Blessings,
Tina
Farmgirl #455 |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 05:09:57 AM
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I just realized last night that I'm almost out of insul bright. I'm so glad our local fabric shop carries it. Now only if they are open today. We get a little bit of snow and seems to close everything up.
Melanie
Be the kind of woman that when your feet hit the floor each morning the devil says "Oh Crap, She's up!"
Blog~ http://wheelsarealwaysturning.blogspot.com/
Swap Blog~ http://mels-swapshop.blogspot.com/ |
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Futters
True Blue Farmgirl
608 Posts
Michelle & Ashley
CA
USA
608 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 06:14:17 AM
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Keep up the good work ladies. I have several pot holders cut. I switch between Valentines Day projects and the Christimas 2010 project.
My family and I are headed off to Oklahoma for vacation this weekend, so I won't be able to post for a little over a week.
Love the idea of the jewelry. Before February comes lets post some pics of simple pieces you all think we can create easily. My daughter just picked up a bracelet at Forever 21 which was very caute and looks to be simple to make. I will post a pic when we return.
Take care!
Have a good day!
Michelle
Farmgirl #760
Friendship is always a sweet responsibility, never an opportunity.
http://thetatteredquiltcottage.blogspot.com/ |
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Kelly Wall
True Blue Farmgirl
430 Posts
Kelly
Apison
TN
USA
430 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 07:02:53 AM
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I bought insul brite at Hobby Lobby for $2.49 a yard, I thought it was $7.49, but the fabric attendant wrote $2.49, a good deal if you ask me! I guess I read it wrong, I was glad, I got to use my 40% coupon on my crochet hook I needed : )
Kelly
Farmgirl #238
May your bobbin always be full... |
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Especially For You
True Blue Farmgirl
541 Posts
Tina
Watkinsville
GA
541 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 07:09:19 AM
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WOW lucky Kelly, I think that should be your name. I havn't checked Hobby Lobby maybe I will do that today.
Blessings,
Tina |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
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Kelly Wall
True Blue Farmgirl
430 Posts
Kelly
Apison
TN
USA
430 Posts |
Posted - Jan 08 2010 : 4:37:27 PM
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I figured out how to get the bias tape around the edge of my potholder, it looks ok, I need some stronger pins. I love the vintage fabric I found at the quilting store. It made a nice new "old fashioned" pot holder ; )
Perhaps I should have bought more than 1 yd. !
Kelly
Farmgirl #238
May your bobbin always be full... |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
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peapicker
True Blue Farmgirl
716 Posts
texas
USA
716 Posts |
Posted - Jan 10 2010 : 06:37:57 AM
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Thank you ladies. I don't have anything to contribute yet, but these are great ideas and I will put something on here in the near future. I am making most of my gifts from now on and this has been very motivating.
Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Jan 13 2010 : 08:36:37 AM
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I finally found the time to at least get my pieces for 2 pot holders cut. I plan on sewing them up later this evening. They won't be anything fancy though.  I'm trying to use up my scraps and trying to get motivated after the "big freeze." Anyhoo I hope you ladies are having fun with your potholders! 
Melanie
Be the kind of woman that when your feet hit the floor each morning the devil says "Oh Crap, She's up!"
Blog~ http://wheelsarealwaysturning.blogspot.com/
Swap Blog~ http://mels-swapshop.blogspot.com/ |
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melanie47601
True Blue Farmgirl
1949 Posts
Melanie
Boonville
IN
USA
1949 Posts |
Posted - Jan 14 2010 : 2:21:51 PM
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This is one idea I had for jewelry, but I have no idea how to go about doing it. I would love to have or be able to make a necklace or bracelet with a charm or pendant that has the inscription, "Farmgirl is a condition of the heart". Does anyone know how we could make a charm like this or have one made? We could use our charms to make a bracelet or necklace and maybe swap them out. We used to do something similar in girl scouts at Christmas with homemade ornaments.
Melanie
Be the kind of woman that when your feet hit the floor each morning the devil says "Oh Crap, She's up!"
Blog~ http://wheelsarealwaysturning.blogspot.com/
Swap Blog~ http://mels-swapshop.blogspot.com/ |
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laurzgot
True Blue Farmgirl
1692 Posts
Laurie
Alvin
Texas
USA
1692 Posts |
Posted - Jan 14 2010 : 5:05:29 PM
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I made two potholders out of scraps and planning on making several more to have on hand.
Laurie
suburban countrygirl at heart |
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doglady
True Blue Farmgirl
435 Posts
Tina
Howard
Ohio
USA
435 Posts |
Posted - Jan 14 2010 : 7:20:43 PM
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I would love to see pictures of your potholders Laurie ; )
You can tell your dog all of your secrets and they'll never say a word!
www.kennelcreations.com |
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laurzgot
True Blue Farmgirl
1692 Posts
Laurie
Alvin
Texas
USA
1692 Posts |
Posted - Jan 16 2010 : 6:35:14 PM
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I'm not quite sure how to post the pics. But would love to try. I'll try in a few days.
Laurie
suburban countrygirl at heart |
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*Farmgirl Barter™: Christmas 2010 - Project #1 ?????? |
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Christmas 2010 - Project #1 ??????
