Saturday 30 June 2012

Threading Your Way ~ Swimwear and Underwear ~ Link Party

Welcome to the twenty seventh edition of Threading YOUR Way with Threading My Way. Each ongoing, themed link party is steadily growing into a resource full of ideas and inspiration.
Remember, these linkys are ongoing, so you can continue to add projects throughout the year. Add as many projects as you would like.

Our twenty seventh linky for 2012 is everything Swimwear. If you have previously linked up one of these items in another category, feel free to link it up here again.

Swimwear
Link up any family friendly posts that you have written on Swimwear: swimming costumes, rash shirts, swim shirts, cover ups, towels, sun hats... anything that you might wear to the beach or the pool.  Your posts might (but don't have to) include any of the following:
  • how you made it
  • tutorials
  • photos
  • pattern reviews
  • tips for making
  • what you learnt
As long as YOU have made it, link it up and show it off. Link up as many posts on Swimwear, as you would like. Come back through the year and add more.

Guidelines for linking up:
  • Each post needs to be about Swimwear.
  • Link to a specific post (not the home page of your blog).
  • No direct links to shops or giveaways.
The fine print:
  • By linking up, you are giving me permission to use one of your photos in a feature. I will, of course, link back to your post, giving you full credit.
  • By linking up, you are giving me permission to pin your post to Pinterest. I pin all features to Pinterest, unless you specifically request me not to.
  • By linking up, you are giving me permission to share your post on social media - FacebookTwitterGoogle+
If you'd like:
  • Subscribe to Threading My Way (GFC, RSS, email), to keep up to date, to see if you've been featured and to know when the next themed party starts.
  • Grab a button to spread the word about Threading YOUR Way with Threading My Way and put it somewhere on your blog. 
  • Visit some of the other links. Everyone loves comments.
I usually post Features each Saturday on Threading My Way. Features are chosen from all of the linkys, not just the most recent.




I look forward to seeing your Swimwear...

Master list of ongoing link parties at Threading YOUR Way with Threading My Way 



Master list of ongoing link parties at Threading YOUR Way with Threading My Way 
  1. Bags and Totes
  2. Dresses for Girls
  3. Dresses for Women
  4. Hair Accessories
  5. Pillows and Cushions
  6. Boys' Clothes
  7. Skirts for Girls
  8. Aprons and Art Smocks
  9. Purses, Clutches, Pouches
  10. Dolls' Clothes
  11. Women's Skirts
  12. Baby Clothes and Accessories
  13. Children's Tops and Shirts
  14. Women's Tops and Shirts
  15. Softies, Dolls, Toys
  16. Sewing Tips and Techniques
  17. Sewing with stretch fabric
  18. Quilting and Patchwork
  19. Embroidery, Stitching and Appliqué
  20. Jackets, Coats, Raincoats, Ponchos
  21. Hats, Bonnets, Beanies and Scarves
  22. Pants, Shorts, Trousers for Children
  23. Drawstring Bags and Fabric Baskets
  24. Pretend Dress Up Clothes
  25. Clothes for Men
  26. Kitchen Accessories
  27. Swimwear
  28. Sleepwear
  29. Gift Wrapping
  30. Electronic Gadget Covers and Cases
  31. Blog Tips
  32. Refashioning with Denim
  33. Pants for Women
  34. Sewing Accessories
  35. Home Decor
  36. Sewing Tutorials Pages
  37. Sewing Spaces
  38. Sewing for Charity
  39. Fabric Baskets
  40. Reusing Shirts & Ties
... Pam

Threading Your Way ~ Features

It wasn't hard to predict that the Clothes for Men Link Party would be a small one. We seem to sew for our kids first, for us second and lastly for our men. Are men's clothes harder to sew, too much of the same, the recipients are too picky or do we lack confidence?

I'll be sewing for Mr TMW again soon, but the next two items won't be clothing. Mr TMW saw some fabric he liked the other day and so we purchased it, ready to make a couple of things he'd like.

I'll be finishing my quilt first. I've pinned it together. The beautiful Winter sunshine called me out to the garden today, but I'll start on the quilting tonight.

When I finish my quilt, I'm making something that was linked up to the Kitchen Accessories Link Party. I have most of the materials on hand and have purchased the one thing I didn't have. I can't tell you what it is yet, as it will be a present.

You can add projects to any of our 26 link parties at any time. A new ongoing party begins each Sunday. Features, which are usually done each Saturday, can be chosen from any of the parties. There's a list at the bottom of the post.

    Our features for this week...


    I was so impressed with these outfits linked to the Clothes for Men Link Party:
    An awesome reversible bag linked to the Bags and Totes Link Party:
    A gorgeous pair of baby shorts linked to the Baby Clothes and Accessories Link Party:
    And three pink, girlie and fun outfits linked to the Pretend Dress Up Clothes Link Party:

    Head on over and visit these talented ladies. 

    Each week, I will place a blog button, belonging to the blog which was most viewed, in my sidebar. This week the most viewed link  is the Blue Plaid Shirt. Andrea, look out for your blog button in my sidebar.

    Feel free to grab a button if you've been featured...


    You can find the Master list of ongoing link parties at Threading YOUR Way with Threading My Way 

    Don't forget, all of our link parties are ONGOING and will remain open all year. You can add links to any party at any time.
    A new party for Swimwear  begins tomorrow. Thanks, Cindy, for the suggestion.

    I look forward to seeing more of your creativity...


    ... Pam

    Tuesday 26 June 2012

    Ten Pillow and Cushion Tutorials...

    Whether you call them pillows or cushions, we all have them in our homes, either for comfort or decoration. Can you ever have too many?

    Here are ten fabulous pillow and cushion tutorials from our ONGOING Pillows and Cushions Link Party. Each tutorial contains step by step instructions and lots of photos.

    Big Bow Pillow Cases by Marissa ~ Rae Gun Ramblings


    Satin Pleated Pillow by Joy ~ Joy's Jots, Shots & Whatnots


    Bias Tape Cushion by Farah ~ Craft A World


    Valentine Patchwork Pillow by Mary ~ by Mary


    West Elm Origami Throw Pillow Knock Off by Tiffany ~ The Little Waffleflower


    Layered Petal Pillow by Linda ~ Lindapendante Dreams


    Pillowcase with Ric Rac Trim by Jennifer ~ Monkey See Monkey Do


    Personalized Pocket Pillow by Jessie ~ Saavy Savings


    Doily Embellished Zipper Cushion Cover by Kristin ~ Pritty Tings


    Bolster by Dee ~ Dee-Tales

    Such a variety of styles!!! Ten Pillow and Cushion Tutorials.

    For more ideas and inspiration, head on over to our ONGOING Pillows and Cushions Link Party. You'll find something to suit all tastes. 

    If you've made a pillow or cushion, I'd love you to link it up.

    ... Pam

    Sunday 24 June 2012

    Cushion in a Bag...


    Mr TMW needed a small cushion, so I thought I'd make one. I modelled it on one I bought from IKEA quite a while ago.


    My TMW was definite that he wanted a plain fabric and was happy with this blue. At one point he came into the room while I was sewing and asked, You are just making it plain? He had spotted a denim bag with flowers on my desk and thought I must be adding flowers to his cushion. 

    As you can see, it's just a simple cushion (14" x 14") with an envelope closure. I've deliberately made the cover a little loose.


    To create a roll, the cushion is doubled over and put inside a drawstring bag.


    In theory, the cushion can then be used with or without the bag, depending on the required shape. In reality, however, it takes about 5 minutes to push the cushion into the bag, so not really practical. My original IKEA cushion is made from a nylon type fabric, hence it is very easy to take in and out. If I'd made the bag a little larger, it would have been OK.


    I'm linking my cushion in a bag to our ongoing Pillows and Cushions Link Party. At last count, there were 80 fabulous pillows and cushions linked up... lots of ideas and inspiration.

    Next month, I'm joining in with the 2 in 1 Sewing Challenge over at Ricochet and Away. The idea of the challenge is to sew something that can be transformed into a new look or a new item. This is not my entry, but it could be. I have something else in mind for the challenge. Stay tuned...


    2-in-1 Challenge Homepage


    ... Pam


    Saturday 23 June 2012

    Threading Your Way ~ Kitchen Accessories ~ Link Party

    Welcome to the twenty sixth edition of Threading YOUR Way with Threading My Way. Each ongoing, themed link party is steadily growing into a resource full of ideas and inspiration.

    Remember, these linkys are ongoing, so you can continue to add projects throughout the year. Add as many projects as you would like.

    Our twenty sixth linky for 2012 is everything Kitchen Accessories. If you have previously linked up one of these items in another category, feel free to link it up here again.

    Kitchen Accessories
    Link up any family friendly posts that you have written on Kitchen Accessories: pot holders, tea towels, placemats, table runners, mug rugs, table cloths, aprons, oven mitts. Have I missed anything?  Your posts might (but don't have to) include any of the following:
    • how you made it
    • tutorials
    • photos
    • pattern reviews
    • tips for making
    • what you learnt
    As long as YOU have made it, link it up and show it off. Link up as many posts on Kitchen Accessories, as you would like. Come back through the year and add more.

    Guidelines for linking up:
    • Each post needs to be about Kitchen Accessories.
    • Link to a specific post (not the home page of your blog).
    • No direct links to shops or giveaways.
    The fine print:
    • By linking up, you are giving me permission to use one of your photos in a feature. I will, of course, link back to your post, giving you full credit.
    • By linking up, you are giving me permission to pin your post to Pinterest. I pin all features to Pinterest, unless you specifically request me not to.
    • By linking up, you are giving me permission to share your post on social media - FacebookTwitterGoogle+
    If you'd like:
    • Subscribe to Threading My Way (GFC, RSS, email), to keep up to date, to see if you've been featured and to know when the next themed party starts.
    • Grab a button to spread the word about Threading YOUR Way with Threading My Way and put it somewhere on your blog. 
    • Visit some of the other links. Everyone loves comments.
    I usually post Features each Saturday on Threading My Way. Features are chosen from all of the linkys, not just the most recent.




    I look forward to seeing your Kitchen Accessories...

    Master list of ongoing link parties at Threading YOUR Way with Threading My Way 



    Master list of ongoing link parties at Threading YOUR Way with Threading My Way 
    1. Bags and Totes
    2. Dresses for Girls
    3. Dresses for Women
    4. Hair Accessories
    5. Pillows and Cushions
    6. Boys' Clothes
    7. Skirts for Girls
    8. Aprons and Art Smocks
    9. Purses, Clutches, Pouches
    10. Dolls' Clothes
    11. Women's Skirts
    12. Baby Clothes and Accessories
    13. Children's Tops and Shirts
    14. Women's Tops and Shirts
    15. Softies, Dolls, Toys
    16. Sewing Tips and Techniques
    17. Sewing with stretch fabric
    18. Quilting and Patchwork
    19. Embroidery, Stitching and Appliqué
    20. Jackets, Coats, Raincoats, Ponchos
    21. Hats, Bonnets, Beanies and Scarves
    22. Pants, Shorts, Trousers for Children
    23. Drawstring Bags and Fabric Baskets
    24. Pretend Dress Up Clothes
    25. Clothes for Men
    26. Kitchen Accessories
    27. Swimwear
    28. Sleepwear
    29. Gift Wrapping
    30. Electronic Gadget Covers and Cases
    31. Blog Tips
    32. Refashioning with Denim
    33. Pants for Women
    34. Sewing Accessories
    35. Home Decor
    36. Sewing Tutorials Pages
    37. Sewing Spaces
    38. Sewing for Charity
    39. Fabric Baskets
    40. Reusing Shirts & Ties
    ... Pam

    Threading Your Way ~ Features

    My quilt is taking shape. I've finished the top, am about to measure and cut out the backing, then it's on to the quilting. So far all is good and I'm really happy with how it's looking. I'm already planning my next quilt. Yes, you all told me I'd become addicted... LOL!!!

    We now have 25 link parties are themed and ongoing. You can add links to any party at any time. A new ongoing party begins each Sunday. Features, which are usually done each Saturday, can be chosen from any of the parties. There's a list at the bottom of the post.

      Our features for this week...


      I loved looking through the amazing Pretend Dress Up Clothes. Lots of fabulous ideas!!! The most viewed ones were:
      Two awesome quilts which caught my eye:
      Two fabulous soft toys which will be well loved:
      A terrific book made by children:
      And an adorable girl's dress:

        Head on over and visit these talented ladies. 

        Each week, I will place a blog button, belonging to the blog which was most viewed, in my sidebar. This week the most viewed link is the Snow White Dress. Alison, look out for your blog button in my sidebar.

        Feel free to grab a button if you've been featured...


        You can find the Master list of ongoing link parties at Threading YOUR Way with Threading My Way 

        Don't forget, all of our link parties are ONGOING and will remain open all year. You can add links to any party at any time.
        A new party for Kitchen Accessories  begins tomorrow. Thanks, Fiona, for the suggestion.

        I look forward to seeing more of your creativity...


        ... Pam

        Monday 18 June 2012

        Fabric Letters...

        Make Fabric Letters from scraps of fabric and felt ~ Threading My Way


        You may remember the fabric letters I made as part of the Typography Challenge. I've made some more.

        My inspiration came from a rag quilt letters tutorial, by Jessica from Happy Together. Jessica's letters are made with batting and are quilted. I used Jessica's free pattern for the letters, but I made mine slightly differently.

        Pin the letters to fabric and felt. If you use felt as a backing, read the care instructions, as many types can't be washed or put in the dryer. I've used acrylic felt which is not suitable for either washing or putting in the dryer.

        Being careful to stay away from the pins, sew around the letters. Don't worry if you accidentally sew parts of the paper, as you can tear it away when finished.


        Cut close to the stitching. I left my Typography Challenge letters like this, but they are fraying.

        Make Fabric Letters from scraps of fabric and felt ~ Threading My Way
        Zig zag the edges and you are done.

        Here are my fabric letters finished... all pinks and blues.


        Four sets of letters for four little people, each set containing the letters of their name.

        ... Pam