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As a Genealogist, I have been very fortunate over the decades to gather old family photos. Some are originals, some are scans of originals, some I have received from other family researchers, and some I have just taken with my phone camera when I saw them somewhere. For many years they were tucked
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I made this drawstring bag for a friend, and it turned out really cute. So I made more of them--and took notes this time--to share with you! Drawstring bags are perfect for stash-busting fabric, trims, and other embellishments that seem to multiply when you're not looking (or in my case, when you load up your online shopping cart because why pay for shipping multiple tim--and oh gosh are those buttons adorable?!). But let's not talk about my shopping problem, let's make some cute little pouches! The bag measures 3"W x 4"H (7.6cm x 10.2cm), and is unlined, but with an easy adjustment so there are no raw edges to poke out through the sides, yay! Lightweight cotton such as Japanese quilting cotton makes for a more delicate and less bulky bag, but you can also use regular quilting cotton if you wish. The instructions show how to make a pouch embellished like the one pictured above, but you can decorate them any way you want! One more teeny tiny note: This bag is small and therefore a wee bit fiddly. While it's not technically difficult to sew, it does get slightly cramped to fit under your presser foot at the end. Using a zipper foot really makes the difference! Make sure you have good lighting and your stitch guides are clearly marked. Using light colored fabric is also really helpful for visibility. Drawstring Pouch Tutorial Materials: 11-1/2" x 4" (29.2cm x 10.2cm) piece of lightweight cotton print, such as Japanese quilting cotton or lawn Trim (crocheted lace, twill tape, linen tape, or similar) for front of bag Additional small length of twill tape or ribbon for "tag" Two 18" (45.7cm) lengths of 1/8" wide satin ribbon for ties Buttons All purpose thread Embroidery floss to sew buttons Fray Check Tools: Quilting ruler, rotary cutter, self-healing mat, sewing machine, iron and ironing board, air dry or washable ink fabric pen, zipper foot, small safety pin, hand sewing needle (for basting), chopstick or other narrow blunt tool PREP 1. Press under the long sides of the 11.5" x 4" (29.2cm x 10.2cm) rectangle a scant 1/4" (6mm). 2. Edge stitch along both sides. 3. Press under the short sides of the fabric, this time a full 1/4" (6mm), and topstitch. EMBELLISH 1. Fold the fabric rectangle in half, wrong sides facing and short ends together and crease at the fold. 2. Unfold the fabric, and using a ruler, draw a line on the bag with disappearing fabric ink, 3/4" (1.9cm) above the fold. 3. Cut a 4-1/2" (11.4cm) length of trim (crochet or eyelet trim, twill tape, etc.), and place on the bag, bottom edge of the trim on the line. Sew the long edge of the trim to the fabric, very close to the edge, keeping the edge of the trim on the ink line. Repeat for the other side. Be sure to backstitch so it stays on securely. 4. Cut a 2" (5.1cm) length of trim or ribbon for your "tag" (or insert your own foldover label). Fold in half, place it on one long edge of the bag fabric, a little above the sewn trim. The raw edges should hang over the bag edge about 1/4" (6mm). Sew in place, close to the edge. 5. Trim the tag and ribbon, then zig zag stitch over the ends. Do not add buttons yet. ASSEMBLE 1. Fold the bag fabric in half, right sides together, matching the short edges. 2. Mark a short line 3-1/4" (8.3cm) from the bottom fold, and 3/8" (9.5mm) above the first mark with a fabric pen, on both edges as pictured, then pin the long sides. 3. Sew the long sides of the bag with a 1/4" (6mm) seam allowance, but DO NOT sew between the two sets of lines. This creates the opening for the ties. Backstitch a couple of times at the beginning and end of each seam to fully secure the thread, especially right next to the lines. 4. Turn the bag right side out, then draw lines with a ruler and fabric pen for stitching the channel for the ties, right above and below the openings on the side of the bag. I used the original ink marks, which showed through the fabric, and continued them around the entire bag. 5. Turn the bag inside out and press the seam allowances open. Then fold over the top edge of the bag 1-1/4" (3.2cm) all the way around toward the wrong side. Press the fold with an iron, keeping all seam allowances open and lined up. Use a needle and thread to hand sew a long basting stitch (reinforced a few times and tied off) to keep the seams in place. Otherwise they may twist while you are sewing the channel for the ties. 6. Sew all the way around the bag on both lines, using a zipper foot with the needle all the way to the left and starting on a side seam. Backstitch a few times to secure the seams. Be extremely careful that the fabric is not bunched underneath and that your fingers stay clear of the needle! 7. Carefully remove the basting stitches on the side seams. FINISH 1. Turn the bag right side out again (last time, I promise!). Gently run a chopstick along the seams and corners, and touch up with an iron if necessary. 2. Attach a safety pin to one end of a ribbon tie. Insert it into one of the side openings, then thread it all the way around and back out through the same hole. If the safety pin gets stuck under a flap near the side seams, insert a narrow chopstick tip in until it touches the safety pin, and use that to guide it through the hole. Tie the ribbons together about 1-1/2" (3.8cm) from the ends, then neatly trim the ends on an angle with a rotary cutter. Repeat this process with the remaining ribbon, except start on the opposite side of the bag. Use Fray Check on the ends of the ties in a well-ventilated area, or better yet, outside! 3. Sew on the buttons. I mark the holes first to make sure the buttons line up straight. 4. Fill your new little pouch with goodies and enjoy! I loved embellishing these little bags using my favorite measuring tape trims, prized scraps, and vintage buttons--I hope you enjoy making them, too! (for embellishment info on the other bag styles, see this post!) Leave any questions you have in the comments below and I'll do my best to answer them! I would love to see your own "mixed bag" pouches, please tag me on Instagram (@retro_mama) or post on my Facebook page if you make them! Happy Stitching!
Visible Vinyl lets you visually connect to your music. This heirloom-quality record display showcases what's meant to be seen: your record's artwork.This display holds one record deep and up to 4 records wide. Choose from 1, 2, 3 or 4-record versions in Walnut, Natural or black finishes. ___________________________________ What's Included: • Record Display • Screws and anchors • Install Template (1-Record version) • Paper measuring tape (all others) ____________________________________ PRECISELY WHAT YOU NEED: Every shelf is precision-crafted to fit a variety of record widths and thicknesses. TIMELESS QUALITY: Milled from solid hardwood and packaged with our seal of approval. Built to withstand the test of time just like your record collection. SIMPLE, STURDY INSTALLATION: Visible Vinyl installs in less than 5 minutes using the provided screws, anchors and no-measure mounting template. ____________________________________ *** Our products are handmade from solid wood. Color, grain, and texture variations may occur *** ____________________________________ Our products are designed to stand the test of time and so is our warranty. The Well Made 100 Year Warranty is a refreshingly simple way to purchase with confidence. To learn more about how we stand behind our products, visit us at: www.wearewellmade.com/pages/warranty More Info Here: https://www.wearewellmade.com/collections/shop/products/visible-vinyl-wm
Beautifully display where you belong in history with this timeless, family tree heirloom & enjoy the sense of belonging to something larger than yourself! This customizable, ancestral family tree can display up to 5 generations of your family heritage. In an olive colorway, your family circles around a fine-art olive tree – a traditional symbol of peace, hope, wisdom, prosperity, and longevity. Fun Fact: Did you know that studies show when you feel connected to something larger than yourself it improves motivation, health, and happiness? What you can do with this template: Add and edit the number of children Add and edit your family names Create & export unlimited family trees Export as .pdf, .jpeg or .tiff Export for any print size What you get: One 5 Generation Family Tree Template Unlimited online edits & exports Lifetime access to our online editor Access to tutorials and help Recommended Paper: Fine Art Giclée Paper -> Fine art giclée papers provide a more traditional surface and offer a unique, beautiful surface for your family tree with superb longevity, detail, resistance to fading and a look and feel factor that screams high quality. Recommended Print Sizes: Minimum -> A3 print size (297×420 mm or 11.7×16.5 in). A2 (420×594 mm or 16.5×23.4 in). A1 (594×841 mm or 23.4×33.1 in). Add Your Family, Export, Print! *Your family tree will be available in your account instantly after purchase. ->If it's your first time buying from us, you'll receive an email invitation to open your account before accessing your family tree. For detailed information and answers to the most common questions, be sure to read the Terms of Use and FAQ's related to the family trees sold at MyGeneTree.
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In a mix of classic muted tones, PURE HERITAGE is a new take on our original rug. Never going out of style, we envision this sophisticated color way becoming a family heirloom one day. Who says floors can't have all the fun? Rugs are a mix of high plush cut & loop piles in Mediterranean Wool, meticulously hand tufted in India. Construction: Hand Tufted Wool Yarn/Pile Content: Mediterranean Wool Pile Finish: Cut, Loop, Loop Tip Shear Yarn Count: 1/70 Total Height Including Backing: 3/4 in Backing: Cotton Recommended Use: Residential and Light Public Space use Made by hand to order in India Lead time approx 16 - 24 weeks NEED A LARGER SIZE? please email [email protected] FAQ Shipping and Return Info Photos show 2' x 8' rugs and 6' x 9' rugs. Please note "drips" stay the same size across all rug sizes CLICK HERE FOR INFO ON CUSTOM STAIR RUNNERS All specifications are subject to normal manufacturing tolerances. There may be a slight variation between the actual product and the specification above. Actual yarn colors may vary +/- 5%. Actual sizes may vary +/- 2%. Please note that color can appear differently across many screens. We suggest ordering a sample if color matching is needed. Photos by Adam Kuehl
How to make embroidered memories from your children's artwork. I wonderful family keepsake that anyone can make.
