Showing posts with label craft project. Show all posts
Showing posts with label craft project. Show all posts

Monday, February 14, 2011

Being Crafty


The scrap bin created by Chris of Weekend Wisdom is brilliant imho... and knew I could use something like that when I’m sitting on the living room sofa, watching a movie, and hand-sewing quilt binding.  I typically just put the bits of thread on the arm of the sofa and, when done, gather them all up to dispose of.  But having a bin would be so convenient… not only handy but MUCH more attractive than having a nest of threads on the sofa arm.

So, yesterday afternoon was craft time!

I pulled out my can of spray glue, which can be used on “paper, cardboard, plastic, fabric, wood, photos, metal, wrapping paper, and tissue paper.”  I particularly like the “30-minute” drying time.  
 (I am in no way, shape, form, or manner affiliated with Aleene’s products or any craft store.)



Chris’ directions are clear and the photos helpful.  I tweaked them a bit since I was using spray glue.


See the wrinkles on the right side of the tissue box?  Because the glue is tacky at first, I was able to lift the fabric off the box and reposition it easily.


Yes, I got some glue on my fingers but I didn't have to wash my hands until I was finished gluing the fabric to the box.


I stood the tissue box on its end and let it dry under the ceiling fan while I returned my attention to the laundry.

The only thing "challenging" about the Velcro was fitting the box under the arm of my sewing machine on one side.

I like that the bin folds up and may be taken to classes and retreats.  It’s pretty, too!


Sunday, February 13, 2011

The Week in Review

Although I don't have a lot to show for it really, some stuff was accomplished this past week.  For me, the biggest thing was locating fabric I would be happy with for the leaves and stems of the pieced flower border for the pink-and-white double four patch.


Had a great day shopping yesterday and found four fun fat quarters to play with...   (How's that for alliteration?)



Also found some magazine storage bins to store quilting magazines and books that will look nice on the shelf...


I will be organized if it kills me...   *lol*

I also made a few mug rugs... a quick project that I can do after work when I'm too tired to tackle a large project but a nice way to be productive while I relax...








 


Today, I'll work on the math part of the pieced flower border and try making a folding scrap bin following the tutorial posted by Chris of Weekend Wisdom.



This coming Friday is the Friday Night Sew In and I'm looking forward to it.  Hope you will think about joining in too!