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Monday, August 11, 2014

Hand Stitched Treasure

Last night, I finished this little coin purse.

The exterior was created with a re-purposed pair of blue/black denim jeans. 
 And the lining was created with a re-purposed 100% silk purple dress.

Hearts are my favorite shape, so I embroidered one on the front.  Well.. two if you count the one in the butterflies flight path.

Way back in my January "Grow Your Blog" post, you may remember I was toying with the idea of opening a shop on Etsy.  Well, today I finally did!  I am nervous and excited all at once.  And this little coin purse is the first item in my Hand Stitched Treasure Etsy Shop.  (I know, in January, I thought my little under the sea themed purse would be the first item.  However, that is currently checked in with the Clackamas County Fair - which opens tomorrow.  I do not expect any ribbons, but it was fun just to participate!)

Now, I am off to finish a few chores and try to work on a few more projects so this coin purse is not so lonely.

Thanks for stopping by!
Renee


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8 comments:

  1. JanieAugust 11, 2014 at 2:01 PM

    Wow! Beautiful work, looks sharp.

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  2. PamelaAugust 11, 2014 at 8:15 PM

    How cute! Good luck with your new endeavor.

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  3. WendyAugust 12, 2014 at 5:34 AM

    oh that is just lovely. Good luck with the shop!

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  4. crazyQstitcherAugust 12, 2014 at 11:52 AM

    Your purse is great. I had one shot at making one and attaching the clip was disastrous. :-((
    All the best for your Esty and County Fair.

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    1. ReneeAugust 12, 2014 at 7:28 PM

      Thank you! The fair opened today. Though I am anxious to check it out, I am trying to wait until my hubby is able to go with me. The tutorial I read (and the pattern) at Sweet Bee Buzzing for a sew-in purse frame made learning to sew in the frame so much easier. This is my 3rd sew-in frame, and I finally managed to pretty much hide my threads inside. It is still tricky for me.

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  5. Amy at love made my homeAugust 14, 2014 at 11:48 AM

    Very pretty! xx

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