Sewing is a lot like life...sure, there are patterns for just about everything, but in order to love what you do, or love what you make, you have to change the pattern to make it your own regardless if the change is a fraction of an inch or the length of a yard. And more often that not, those choices you make to change the pattern do not work out exactly the way you hope. It can be frustrating and challenging, and sometimes you have have to rip it all apart at the seams and start completely over. Which requires patience. A lot of patience. But in doing so, you create something that is far more rewarding, and far more beautiful, then what you started with.

Sunday, October 3, 2010

Countdown!

The countdown for the Maple Leaf Festival has officially begun! And because the Big D surprised me with FABULOUS Fall weather on Sunday, I didn't get as much sewing accomplished as I would have liked. But! I will definitely take playing outside in the backyard with my little guy and baby dogs over sitting in my sewing room any day...not that I don't love it too...but you know, priorities. :)

I feel like I am just where I want to be with the items I plan on taking to the Maple Leaf Festival to show in my stepmother's booth, which is kind of surprising since I thought I would be scrambling at this point. I was able to finish up another Birdie Sling bag and here she is!






I was also able to finish up 2 Knot Bags and got a great start on 3 Sling Bags, all of which I will share a bit later in the week once I get them completely finished.

If you should happen to be in the greater Kansas City area, you should really come out to the Maple Leaf Festival in Baldwin City the weekend of October 16th, its a great time for the family! That's where I will be! I've only missed 1 in 31 years even though I've been a Texan for the last 10!

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Come join Sew and Tell Fridays at amylouwho where the goal is to finish a project a week! This link party is one of favorites!
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25 comments:

  1. jmtOctober 3, 2010 at 9:03 PM

    Can't wait to see you AND your goods at the Festival! :)

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  2. {cindy}October 4, 2010 at 10:54 AM

    Hi there,
    Popping in from Heather's.
    Beautiful bags...love the colors!
    Enjoy the day

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  3. PageOctober 4, 2010 at 2:24 PM

    You have great creations...and great taste in fabric - I'm sure you'll do great at the festival!! I'll have to tell some friends of mine who just moved out there to check it out. Thanks for following my blog! :)

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  4. Mandy BeyelerOctober 5, 2010 at 8:26 AM

    I love the inside especially. Thanks for linking to TAke-A-Look Tuesday - nice to see other Kansas-City-ish people! - Mandy, Sugar Bee Craft Edition

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  5. QuiltstoryOctober 6, 2010 at 12:44 AM

    Ah man, I just moved across the country from that area!! Good luck, sounds like a lot of fun. That bag is so cute too! Thanks so much for linking up, see you next week!

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  6. JillOctober 6, 2010 at 10:04 PM

    Great bag - I love the fabric!

    Thanks for linking to A Round Tuit!

    Hope you have a lovely week!

    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  7. LindsayOctober 8, 2010 at 5:53 AM

    I love birdie sling bags! I have made one for me and each of my sisters! Now my mom wants a smaller one and my SIL wants one, too!

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  8. DeeOctober 8, 2010 at 7:17 AM

    Cute, cute bag! Love the colors and fall festivals are way too much fun! Best of luck!

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  9. HayleeOctober 8, 2010 at 7:43 AM

    Beautiful bag! I love the colors you used together.

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  10. ktquiltsOctober 8, 2010 at 7:53 AM

    Great finish!! I always love a good bag!!

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  11. Rene'October 8, 2010 at 8:07 AM

    Great bag made with lovely fabrics!

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  12. MiriOctober 8, 2010 at 8:38 AM

    Great bag! Lovely colors!

    Have a great time at the Festival.

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  13. LeslieOctober 8, 2010 at 8:44 AM

    i really love the lining fabric you used for this bag. it looks great. great finish for the week

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  14. Katie @SwimBikeQuiltOctober 8, 2010 at 8:47 AM

    I have got to make a birdie sling. Looks great!

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  15. AnonymousOctober 8, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    Cute bag!! I love this pattern. I need to get around to sewing one for myself.

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  16. Jessica KellyOctober 8, 2010 at 9:02 AM

    Great bag! I've been seeing so many of these lately, I think I need to bump it up on my to do list! Great finish!

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  17. amylouwhosewsOctober 8, 2010 at 10:51 AM

    I heart the birdie sling! Nice work.

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  18. KristenOctober 8, 2010 at 1:03 PM

    Nice birdie sling!

    Sounds like fun. I need to stroll around an art festival or two for it to feel like fall!

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  19. LappedamenOctober 8, 2010 at 1:38 PM

    What a great bag and beautiful fabrics. One can never get enough bags and purses.

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  20. LettiOctober 8, 2010 at 2:39 PM

    I love this bag. Your choice of fabrics are beautiful.

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  21. Nina...October 8, 2010 at 7:22 PM

    I have seen that Birdie Sling Bag all over the place. It is such a cute bag. I love the soothing colors you used! Great finish!

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  22. Sara @ Sew SweetnessOctober 8, 2010 at 9:07 PM

    I love the Birdie Sling, such a nice pattern. Your bag looks great!!

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  23. UnknownOctober 9, 2010 at 6:46 PM

    Thanks for linking up with Anything Related! ~Bridgette

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  24. CatherineOctober 10, 2010 at 2:23 AM

    Such a nice bag this birdie sling! Really like that fabric you've used on the inside pocket.

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  25. Jerri at Simply Sweet HomeOctober 14, 2010 at 12:04 PM

    Cute bag. I love the fabric on the inside especially. I love lime green! Thanks for linking up for Friday Favorites last week!

    Hope you'll stop by again this week. I'm celebrating my blogiversary with a giveaway for a Presto Cool Touch Griddle!

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