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Entrepreneurship:  One more thing - cloth bowl cover  |
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rabbithorns
True Blue Farmgirl
544 Posts
Allison
Fort Scott
KS
USA
544 Posts |
 Posted - Apr 18 2006 : 4:34:19 PM
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So this bowl cover is made from a dresser scarf and it's covering bowls from 8 1/2 to 10 inches.
Again, just happy to have feedback. I don't want to spend time making things people won't want. Just want to know what kinds of things you think would do best.
The bowl cover is elasticized but I may change that to cord that can be loosened or pulled tighter to fit varying sized bowls better. The edges have bias tape machine sewn on and handstitched closed on in the back.
Thanks so much for looking. You're all so kind.
http://members.cox.net/rabbithorns/bowlcover1/bowlcover1.html |
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sonflowergurl
True Blue Farmgirl
349 Posts
Katee
Tampa 'Burbs
FL
USA
349 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2006 : 5:13:04 PM
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I like it. I just found a pie cover that my grandma had made (I got it when she passed away) that has a draw string in it. I could take a picture of it if you'd like to see it. I think it even has handles sewn into it.
I think I personally like the elastic because I'm all about "fast and easy", and I think that would be a lot easier than having to tie it on...that's just me though.
Katee
The end will justify the pain it took to get us here.
"Looking Toward the Son"---- http://sonflowergirl731.blogspot.com
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rabbithorns
True Blue Farmgirl
544 Posts
Allison
Fort Scott
KS
USA
544 Posts |
Posted - Apr 18 2006 : 5:17:57 PM
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| I would love to see how your grandma made it. Even if I use elastic, I love to see the old handwork. It's something to be treasured, for sure. |
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frontierlady
True Blue Farmgirl
57 Posts
KY
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Posted - Apr 19 2006 : 06:59:50 AM
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I use my Longaberger bowls for everything!
Let me get the measurements......
They are 8" across the top. Will that work for them?
I really like this idea. Good thinking!
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rabbithorns
True Blue Farmgirl
544 Posts
Allison
Fort Scott
KS
USA
544 Posts |
Posted - Apr 19 2006 : 08:17:52 AM
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This sized cover will fit an 8 inch bowl, but the closure has to be drawstring. If it's elastic, it's not quite tight enough to look nice (although it covers) on an 8" bowl, but still has to be able to fit the bigger 10" bowl.
I was hoping to make 3 sizes, but with a drawstring, 2 sizes might be enough. I'm making more of that size today using old checked table cloths and lighter weight denim. |
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frontierlady
True Blue Farmgirl
57 Posts
KY
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Posted - Apr 19 2006 : 09:12:38 AM
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Sometimes I'm going to want it tight, for leftovers. Other times
I'm going to want it loose for growing bread dough.
Are you going to do the drawstring?
I'm going to wait for the drawstring ones. 
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Mumof3
True Blue Farmgirl
3890 Posts
Karin
Ellenwood
GA
USA
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Posted - Apr 23 2006 : 3:10:55 PM
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I love your bowl covers- they are just darling! What a great idea. And a nice way to use up fabric scraps that accumulate in the bottom drawer. Why didn't I think of that?
Karin |
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LisaBee
True Blue Farmgirl
149 Posts
Lisa
Sparta
TN
USA
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Posted - Apr 24 2006 : 11:27:29 PM
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I want to get some of these from you. Please send me an email with some prices so I can send you some money. I think I like the drawstring idea, but would get one with elastic, too. Thanks!
"There is no teacup too large, nor book too long."
http://lisa222.blogspot.com WEBSITE http://alittlepartasparta.com |
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Nancy Gartenman
True Blue Farmgirl
9093 Posts
Nancy
West Seneca
New York
USA
9093 Posts |
Posted - Apr 25 2006 : 12:03:48 AM
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Allison
I like your elastic bowl covers, would you please e'mail me the prices.
NANCY JO |
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rabbithorns
True Blue Farmgirl
544 Posts
Allison
Fort Scott
KS
USA
544 Posts |
Posted - Apr 25 2006 : 08:01:58 AM
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Hey, Nancy Jo - thanks for asking. All the prices and styles are in Marketplace. Two have been spoken for, the embroidered one and one blue plaid. I can make them drawstring or elasticized.
I am hoping this week to get them on Etsy....time moves too fast! |
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Lavender Cottage
True Blue Farmgirl
273 Posts
Ellen
USA
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Posted - Apr 26 2006 : 1:11:18 PM
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What a great idea-I love your bowl covers too especially the embroidered one. I like the idea of elastic to keep it secure 'cross the bumpy country roads. I think a tie would be cute too though. I bet they will sell fast.
Ellen in MI |
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greyghost
True Blue Farmgirl
650 Posts
Lynn
Summerville
Georgia
USA
650 Posts |
Posted - Apr 27 2006 : 05:49:29 AM
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I love those! I want some!
How do I buy, hon? Got anything with light blue or cobalt blue on 'em? |
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frontierlady
True Blue Farmgirl
57 Posts
KY
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Posted - May 06 2006 : 1:33:05 PM
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I love my cloth bowl cover! It fits my bowl perfectly!
Well made too.
Since you are just starting out, this is just a suggestion.
More sizes!  I have lots of bowls!
Thank you so much!
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rabbithorns
True Blue Farmgirl
544 Posts
Allison
Fort Scott
KS
USA
544 Posts |
Posted - May 08 2006 : 08:45:46 AM
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So happy it fits nicely. I have wanted to get around to making more sizes. Last week did not pan out as I wanted and this week looks crazy too, but I'm determined to make more things and get them into my new etsy shop. Maybe I can get more sizes done this week. I still have a number of the large ones too. Got to be strict about my distractions!  (not really angry - just a good firm GROWL!) |
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Duchess
True Blue Farmgirl
109 Posts
Iowa
USA
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Posted - May 22 2006 : 6:22:34 PM
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| Ok, a thought occured to me, how about elastic with one of those toggle things?? Maybe the toggle could hide inside the seam? |
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greyghost
True Blue Farmgirl
650 Posts
Lynn
Summerville
Georgia
USA
650 Posts |
Posted - May 26 2006 : 07:31:53 AM
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| I just got my covers last night - I LOVE THEM!!! Thank you, Allison :) |
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