Magic News Upgrader - Pattern Testing! (ChrisW Designs)

I always love testing new purse designs, and this one is pretty amazing!

Backstitch woven panel fit PERFECTLY!

WIP Thursday - Time to panic?

I had a panic moment when I realized next week is already October...and that's when crap gets real.  First craft show of the season will be the weekend before Halloween, then Halloween, and next thing you know, it's November, full on Christmas gift making mode and no sleep until January!

How adorable are these together??

Cave of Wonders Everyday Tote (Bagstock Designs)

Every time I saw this pattern, I was impressed by the style, but never had a reason to buy it until a customer ordered one, and now I want to make more!  The Everyday Tote is a quick sew, with some great detailing!

I love how Genie is inviting you to check out the bag!

WIP Thu...Friday - Again With the Delays

I was doing so good, getting caught up and even maybe almost ahead...but last week's bleh turned into a sinus infection this week...so not much got finished.

Reclining on the couch and crochet was the extent of my energy...but maybe this blanket will finally get done this year!

Sacrificed Marigold Messenger - Moon Beam Textiles (Blue Calla)

The final project for the MoonBeam WoW round is a fun messenger bag!

I had to ask my experts about this one, really behind on my WoW bosses!

Watercolor Nakoa Convertible Bag (Sew Da Kine)

When I first saw this bag style from Sew Da Kine, I fell in love, and impatiently waited for it to be released as a pattern!  She finally had some time and put it together, so I snatched it up right away, hoping for time to make one for myself.

I even remembered to use my handmade bling!

Burning Blades Siren Tote - MoonBeam Textiles (XOXO by Lauren)

The next project using the latest preorder fabric now available from Moon Beam Textiles is a simple but roomy tote!

This is the adult sized panel, easily centered it on the tote!

WIP Thursday - In a Funk

I'm not sure if it's the lack of fall weather, the realization that we are only 3 months away from Christmas (and 1 month away from craft shows), a random bug the kids brought home from school, or some influence of the stars and a butterfly wing flapping on the other side of the globe, but I've been in a strange mood all week.  Maybe it's a combination of stress, hungry, congested, and super tired that means I want to be sewing and making stuff, but I end up sitting and staring at my projects. Naps might help a little, but I may need to start sleeping more than 6 hours a night...and I don't have time for that!

This was one of the best parts of watching Tangled every day when my youngest was obsessed with it.

For the Horde Floor Pillow (Moonbeam Textiles)

The latest preorder is now open at Moonbeam Textiles, perfect for the gamers in your life!

FOR THE HORDE!!

Cave of Wonders Hollyhock Hobo (Blue Calla Patterns)

This is the purse to match last week's Necessary Clutch!  The Hollyhock hobo from Blue Calla Patterns is a unique and fun design with lots of neat features.

Cave of wonders panel is amazing!

WIP Thursday - New Month, Same List

I had ambitious plans for the holiday weekend, with lots of sewing and project finishes...Instead I spent time with my college student, made a trip to Ikea to stock up on lanterns so I can start working on fairy lanterns, and lost track of the days...

Recent teeny backpack orders...still working on the rest I have prepped!

Jasmine NCW

The final Necessary Clutch Wallet of the group used the amazing fabric I was lucky enough to snag from Backstitch. Someday it should be a preorder, but until that magical day, I need to stretch this one as far as I can!

Trying a 'watermark' but I lost my good program for it.  Time to download a new one!