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Paint Stick Clutch

February 29, 2016 By beatnikkids 1 Comment

Paint Stick Clutch

I love a clever project.  I recently sewed up the Paint Stick Clutch pattern from the Just For You e-book (affiliate link).  After sewing the Pretty Pockets Apron, it was the next item on my long list of things to sew from this wonderful book of projects.  It was sewn to accompany the Leather Closure Tablet Cover I sent to a lovely sewing friend … [Read more...]

Filed Under: accessories, pattern review, sewing Tagged With: accessories, clutch, purse, sewing, sewing for women, sewing pattern review

DIY Leather Sewing Projects

February 29, 2016 By beatnikkids 1 Comment

DIY Leather Sewing Projects

Leather has a way of taking an ordinary sewing project and making it extraordinary.  What is it about DIY Leather Sewing projects?  Maybe it's the buttery texture of the leather or the way it coordinates with so many different fabrics, but whatever the reason, people just swoon when they see a sewing project that involves leather.  Whether leather … [Read more...]

Filed Under: leather, Round Up, sewing Tagged With: accessories, diy, leather, leather projects, round up

Leather Closure Tablet Cover

February 25, 2016 By beatnikkids 4 Comments

Leather Closure Tablet Cover

Sewing for crafty friends is one of my great joys in life.  I recently sent a few handmade items to a friend which quite honestly, I wanted to keep for myself.  This Leather Closure Tablet Cover was amongst the package. This mini-tutorial can easily be modified to create a similar product for larger or smaller devices.  Just change the measurements … [Read more...]

Filed Under: accessories, sewing, tutorial Tagged With: accessories, leather, sewing, sewing tutorial, tablet cover, tutorial

Faux Leather Cuff Bracelet Tutorial

March 13, 2013 By beatnikkids 1 Comment

Faux Leather Cuff Bracelet Tutorial

Have you heard of the She's Worth It Campaign. If you're interested in using your crafting talents for good, you'll want to know about this one.  The She's Worth It Campaign seeks to bring a something good to women who've been rescued from human sex trafficking.  As a women, I think this crime really hits home.  One of the ways you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: accessories, faux leather bracelet, gift, She's Worth It Campaign, tutorial

Guest Slippers

December 13, 2011 By beatnikkids 13 Comments

Guest Slippers

We've lived in cold countries for the last few years and something I've noticed and thought is such a great idea, is the idea of slippers for your guests.  A few years ago I'd read an article about taking your shoes off at the door, which basically just grossed me out, and now we're an "Inside Shoe" kinda family. When guests are over though, I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: accessories, Christmas, embellishments, felt craft, gifts, guest slippers, sewing, slippers, tutorial, wool felt

The Save Your Voice Necklace

April 1, 2011 By beatnikkids 11 Comments

The Save Your Voice Necklace

Are you as tired as I am of saying the same things over and over again?  Had a late night, up with your baby or toddler, and feeling your voice is scratchy?  Then you've got to make yourself one of these: The "Save Your Voice" necklace.   This lovely accessory is worn around the neck so it is easily accessible.   It … [Read more...]

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