9-18-09 Photo Arcive

See these items and more at The Neighborhood Co-Op in Carbondale, IL.

9-16-09 Photo Archive

Pretty Button Brooches

I have been totally inspired by the button colorway I got recently. I was also inspired to make some pretty accessories when I was in Chicago!!

Here they are. See them in my shop today!!

Sewing Since School....

Since I graduated (!!!), I have had a little bit more time to sew and catch up on things. Here are a few items I have been making.

Other exciting news, is that my friend Mary opened a shop in Carbondale. It is called Dayshift, and I am keeping a blog for the shop. Going in there is fun and inspirational too. I always leave feeling the need to sew more! My clothing items have been improving and going well too.

I will post images soon...

In the mean time, please visit Dayshift in Carbondale, IL. It is the coolest handmade boutique in Southern Illinois...

It is currently open, but there is a Grand Opening happening on this Saturday, August 22. Please stop by for a visit.

Supple Leather Baby Sandals

So, I have had a few views on these new baby sandals. I love how they turned out. They were inspired by my very own new Mephisto sandals, shich are also very nice.

I love these little sandals!! I hope someone loves them enough to want to try them out... They are 100% suede/leather. It is nice and soft/supple too! These are size 0-6 months, and I can try making them bigger too. They have elastic around the openings too, and are breathable since the backs are open! These would be fun for a formal event, or for every day use. Check them out HERE.

For the Love of Seersucker

Conductor Booties in Seersucker











I have been thinking Eco-Conscious as always. I am so inspired by the Neighborhood Co-Op and its shoppers. I love the organic feel of the place too. I am so happy to be a part of it all too!

Also, my boy got this new Cannon lense, and it takes crispity clear images. It is slightly wide, too. WOW!!

See Amy Butler's Story for Inspiration!

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Pink and Mint FLoral Garden Baby Booties and Stuffed Organic Play Cube

These fabrics I found at an amazing Quilt Shop called Peace and Applique in Rochester, IL. I had not been in there for many years, and since then they expanded into the building behind the original store. They have tons of designer fabrics, which are quite hard to find in this area. The back room features Urban Chick Vintage Repro fabrics in many prints that remind me of BABY!!
The store is worth the drive! It is about 20 minutes from Springfield too, not bad!

Please visit my new website!!! www.KatherineSews.com

I have finally gotten my new site to a point where I can share it with the world. I have been anxiously waiting for this stage. I used Photoshop and CODING, not Dreamweaver at all! So, visit my new SITE HERE. Thanks for stopping by. I would love to know what you think.

A Green way to Create and Sew

I found this photo here on treehugger.com.
This amazing cork fabric is very cool. I saw that MiaJoie on etsy is now making Cork Baby Shoes, a wonderful way to be eco-friendly too. Now, this cork fabric is pretty thin compared to other cork available at the hardware store like this HERE. The stuff at Lowes is maybe 1/8" thick, and is about $10 per roll. It is a good sized roll too. But the designated Cork Fabric/ FabriCork is nearly $130 per linear yard!! Wow, that is quite an investment, but maybe worth it. I love how people are thinking Green these days! Especially crafters!

Vulture Festival in Makanda, IL 2008

The third weekend of October, there is a cute art and music festival in Makanda, IL. It is just south of Carbondale, and some of my goodies are on display at the Smelly Hippie. So, to see some beautiful items, please stop through Makanda (also by Giant City). It is a nice event :)
Hope to see you there!

Now Available! Quilted Purse Handles/Straps for Your Own Sewing Projects!

While sewing last night, I came up with this idea. I love adding very special details to purses, making them better than the next gal's. So, I propose that you let me do the tough detailing work that takes a lot of time, and use my wonderful purse straps.handles on your own bags. I can make them in just about ANY COLOR TOO!! See them HERE!!
I use high quality, designer quality fabrics on the outsides, and sandwich fleece inside them. Then I quilt the straps for extra durability and strength.
Thanks for looking at my shop!

TOMORROW IS THE LAST DAY TO VOTE! Vote for Me in the Eco-Friendly Kids Contest!!

I am a finalist in the Kids Eco-Friendly Accessory Challenge. I would appreciate your support and your vote for my Green Corduroy Baby Booties!! Thanks...
VOTE HERE NOW!!
Have a lovely day!!
Katherine

Half Moon Rising Batik Baby Booties with LINEN Liners

See them HERE...

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