Scrap Happy Patchwork Swap on Craftster - Completion!

I've sent to and received from my partner, Abbeyrd83 on Craftster for this swap. I was definitely spoiled :)

Here's a couple pics of what I sent. First, I sent one of my wallets made using the scrappy patchwork technique I posted earlier. 

 Next, I saw a box pouch on her wists and used scrap fabrics to make this one:

I love the blue zipper! 

For extras, I sent some Beatles themed magnets since Abbeyrd83 is a huge fan.

I also sent some chocolate-drizzled Sour Patch Kids (amazing btw), but they didn't photograph well.  I hope my partner enjoyed everything!

Cozy (and green!) Winter Tutorials Round-Up

It snowed for the first time here in Des Moines, and although I'm not too happy about it (I swear I'm meant to be from the tropics!) it did inspire me to share some tutorials with you. 


I feel that the ugly sweater population is getting out of hand, but these recycled sweater projects are a good way to humanely eliminate them:

Img source: handmadespark.com

• Recycled Winter Hats Tutorial courtesy of Julie of serioussewing.com 
• Winter Socks Tutorial by Sedrasmom on Craftster.org 

• Felted Sweater Neckwarmer courtesy of Little Birdie Secrets
• Cute Dog Sweater by Kris at Resweater
• Felted Wool Wreath at Creative Passage

Img Source: Creative Passage

• Hat and Mitten Tutorial by Sewin2Disney on  Craftster.org  

Had enough of ugly sweaters? What projects would you like to see here? Let me know in the comments, and stay warm out there!

Scrap Project Swap on Craftster

I've joined a swap on Craftster in which participants will use the "Scrappy Patchwork" technique found on Leslie's blog here to make a couple small items. 


I'm not sure what I'll be making yet, but I have some ideas! 


Also, Leslie is building major craft karma for herself by offering to send out an envelope of scraps for free to anyone that wants one! 


I received mine yesterday and am very pleased :)

Thank you so much Leslie! I especially like these pieces:

Can't wait to see what I'll make out of these :D