As promised, this is the confidence-builder project number 2: my orange Harley bag. I have been trying to find a tackle twill hoodie to make a bag for myself. I've calculated, sketched, planned and searched trying to find an appropriate hoodie and a final prototype. I'm finicky about my bags so this has not been… Continue reading My Bag Is So Bright, Ya Gotta Wear Shades
Author: Aleeah McGinnis
A 50-something caught between creativity and technology -- I'm a person who loves to sew but also loves technology and all of its possibilities.
Meaningful Distraction
So, what to do? My current quilt project is literally kicking my butt. It is for a client and I'm having the worst time with it. It went together flawlessly and now, way too many months later, my mother's health has deteriorated and my projects are piling up. My sewing machine is soooo NOT even trying to… Continue reading Meaningful Distraction
Another Twist on Murray State
I'm so behind on my projects. Work is consuming my life. But, I managed to slip in a couple of days off to get some sewing started. And lo and behold, I actually got something finished. Here is another bag.......identical to the others but for a different use. This one is a co-worker's messenger bag.… Continue reading Another Twist on Murray State
Double Duty Reversible Purse
I couldn't help it. I love this little purse, courtesy of Quilts and More Magazine. It was in their Spring issue. It only takes a half-yard for the outside and a half-yard for the inside. It is so light and easy. I had to work one in this weekend between diaper bags. This is my… Continue reading Double Duty Reversible Purse
Departing Cincinnati for Parts Unknown
Finally, I have Cincinnati behind me! Nothing like a 3 day weekend (turned into a 4 day weekend) to get some things caught up. Here is another diaper bag. Granted, another red one was just what I needed. But now, I fear it is back to the old Blue and Gold. But, the hoodie supply… Continue reading Departing Cincinnati for Parts Unknown
Many, Many Moons Later…..
Once X-Libris was up, it was time to turn to the next project on the To-Do List. Hmmm, maybe I need a To-Do List Gadget here so we can all see what I have in progress and pressure me to stay on task. Just when I was ready to start the next projects, I got… Continue reading Many, Many Moons Later…..
The Making of a Super Hero Final Chapter
And here, he is! Super hero costume is complete. Thanks to several hours of patient sewing, X-Libris made his appearance with super shield and mask. And I think he looks fabulous! Follow X's story by being his fan on Facebook.
The Making of a Super Hero Step 1
Clearly, our super hero cannot be seen in a Chicago Bears uniform. Being the creative seamstress that I think I am, I envisioned greater things for him. I needed some guidance though. What one image would both portray a superhero yet, be obvious to the general audience of college students that will be seeing him?… Continue reading The Making of a Super Hero Step 1
Another One in the Sweatshirt Line
After the recent success of the hoodie diaper bag designs, I wanted to return to the handbag designs. AND, being married to a Univ. of Tennessee fan, I had to rid my house of this Univ. of Kentucky sweatshirt. LOL! And neither is the university that pays the bills every month! Anywho, this is a short… Continue reading Another One in the Sweatshirt Line
Tootsie Roll Pop Anyone?
I have become a big fan of wristlets after being a total shoulder bag kind of gal for many years. But I'm a real snob about my wristlets. They must be the "perfect" size and shape and must be constructed for use, not fashion and must have a loop large enough for my ample wrist.… Continue reading Tootsie Roll Pop Anyone?
Fruit From My Hands 