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National Sewing Month Daily Giveaway for September 18, 2010

Roundabout Handbag Pattern from Ghee’s

We love this versatile pattern! You can make a round or oval shaped bag in one of 3 sizes from 6″ round with a 1 1/2″ gusset to a large 11″ x 13″ with a 3″ gusset. The lined bag uses an exposed zipper opening and has an inside zipper pocket. The pattern includes ideas for embellishment or you can combine leftovers from other stitching or piecing projects to create your own look. Don’t need a handbag? This pattern can also be used to create a custom CD holder. Linda even sells the inserts on her website.

Designer, Linda McGehee, is the owner of Ghee’s mail-order sewing and notions company. Linda has created a popular line of handbag patterns and also is a master at creating and designing with zippers.  Linda has also published several books on sewing, including her hit current books, The Perfect Bag and ZIP Couture. She has also released a DVD called Bags Galore. Visit Linda’s website at www.ghees.com

Congratulations to yesterday’s winner, Terry Frank from Florida!

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Layered, Tattered and Stitched – mixed media sewing & crafting


Mixed media artist Ruth Rae’s Layered, Tattered & Stitched is part sewing, part paper-crafting. If you have interest in both skills, the projects and techniques in this fun book are a great way to combine the two passions. Full-size patterns are included where needed, but step-by-step photos guide you through the creative processes of tearing, burning, singeing, staining and layering for multi-media interest. There are more than 18 projects to entice–from greeting cards and gift wrap to dolls, clothing and accessories.

National Sewing Month Daily Giveaway for September 17, 2010

Kwik Sew Memo Pad and Measuring Tape

A handy measuring tape and a pad to take notes; compliments of Kwik Sew.

KWIK SEW patterns are known for their great style and fit. All KWIK SEW patterns are multi-sized with four or five sizes in each envelope and each pattern has more than one view. They currently have over 800 patterns available – including the latest fashions and a variety of crafts – and all are printed on one side of durable white paper with colour coded cutting lines for each size. This makes them a dream to work with compared to tissue paper patterns. KWIK SEW offer the largest selection of patterns for children, men, lingerie, swimwear, active wear, and fleece. With multiple designs and variations provided in every KWIK SEW pattern, there are thousands of sewing projects to choose from. Visit them at www.kwiksew.com

Congratulations to yesterday’s winner, Linda Davis from Texas!

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National Sewing Month Daily Giveaway for September 16, 2010

Hand-Painted Tweezers

Absolutely darling! These hand-painted tweezers are approximately 3 ¾” long and are painted front and back.

Pure Whimsy Giftables has been in business since 1992 selling sewing-related gift items.

Congratulations to yesterday’s winner, Vickie Kloster from North Carolina!

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National Sewing Month Daily Giveaway for September 15, 2010

Kwik Sew Pillow Pattern 3525

This pattern is designed for the first time sewer. The pillows and pillowcases are very easy to make and have special easy-to-follow sewing instructions.

KWIK SEW patterns are known for their great style and fit. All KWIK SEW patterns are multi-sized with four or five sizes in each envelope and each pattern has more than one view. They currently have over 800 patterns available – including the latest fashions and a variety of crafts – and all are printed on one side of durable white paper with colour coded cutting lines for each size. This makes them a dream to work with compared to tissue paper patterns. KWIK SEW offer the largest selection of patterns for children, men, lingerie, swimwear, active wear, and fleece. With multiple designs and variations provided in every KWIK SEW pattern, there are thousands of sewing projects to choose from. Visit them at www.kwiksew.com

Congratulations to yesterday’s winner, Kathleen Meggitt from Alaska!

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