I am in the process of making a few small purses to keep on hand for gifts. I love making these as they work up quickly so you get a real sense of satisfaction. They are pretty small - maybe 7" x 9" with a zip on top and several pockets on the inside that can hold a lipstick, small hand lotion etc. There are many ways to make these and quite a few tutorials out there in blogland. No need for a pattern - just cut out the size you want based on the sizes of scraps you have on hand. My kind of project !
Please check back if you would like to see the finished product.

Thanks to Heleen...

I was very excited to see the package from the Nederlands waiting on my kitchen table. It is from my swap partner as part of the 'wishing it was spring' swap. I just love my goodies which also included dutch chocolate. Thanks so much Heleen . Visit her blog here: http://dutch-colours.blogspot.com/

Another Wonderful Giveaway From V and Co...

There are so many wonderful giveaways out there and this is a great example. Use this link to check it out. Vanessa also has some great tutorials so check it out.

http://adayinthelifeofthechristensons.blogspot.com/2009/03/sweet-and-swanky-giveaway.html

The Fabric Shopper: 5 Weeks of Amy Butler (Week 2) - Bag Pattern & Fabric Giveaway!

Another fabulous pattern and the fabric this week is from Contemporary Cloth. I am really enjoying this giveaway. Don't miss out - head on over and read how to enter multiple times.

The Fabric Shopper: 5 Weeks of Amy Butler (Week 2) - Bag Pattern & Fabric Giveaway!

Add to the Stash...

Just a few additions to the stash this weekend. Is there anything better than fabric shopping on a snowy day?

I just love dots and the colors in this are great. I may use it as a lining to a bag. The blue kitty fabric is very retro looking nice quality.

Shoes and apples. Can't go wrong. The little girl with tulips is more peach color than the scan is showing. I buy lots of fabric and the quilt shop I buy from gives discounts via a punch card. So for 4 fat quarters and 4 yards I spent $18.00. Fun !

Post Office Saturdays...

I was very happy to get my fabrics in the mail to the Netherlands for the "wishing it was spring" swap at Stitches and Scissors. http://www.stitchesandscissors.com/

Yesterday the post office was very busy and since there are only two windows, the line snaked around the corner. I made it just under the wire as it was close to closing when I took my place behind 30 other people. The cost to ship the package was a bit confusing. There were 3 choices offered: $29.00 and a delivery date of 5 - 10 days or $27.oo for a delivery date of 6 - 10 days. The third choice was $5.50 - with a delivery date of 6 - 10 days. I just don't get how the USPS sets their prices and determines delivery times. With no change in delivery times - I opted for the $5.50 cost.

I won't post pictures of what I sent just yet - surprises are always best. Pictures will be added at a later date.

The Fabric Shopper: Giveaway! Fabric Bundles from Matatabi Japanese Fabric Shop

Here is another great giveaway with several opportunities to win. Don't miss this as the fabrics are gorgeous

The Fabric Shopper: Giveaway! Fabric Bundles from Matatabi Japanese Fabric Shop