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Fabric Eco Bag Patterns. Basically any bag that is reusable and not made from plastic can be consider an eco bag, but usually they are totes or sling bags. There are oodles of patterns available, here are just a few.
In the next post I will make up the fabulous linen tea towel tote by Curly Pops and also road test the Thea & Sami Mushroom Tote sold here.
These beautiful organza & satin flowers are the work of Turkish Artisan Milky Supplies. They are handmade and will enhance any crafting product. Uses for the flowers are endless - add to bags, hats, hair accessories, cushions and more.
Coming in a variety of colours and sizes. Each flower is approx 4-5 cm in diameter (2 inches)
The Haby Goddess will be stocking a huge range of organza flowers from Milky Supplies. Handmade flowers which are perfect to use on your bags, purses, clothes, scarfs, hats, pillows, bed covers, curtains and more.
This delightful 3 in 1 kit includes everything you need to create these wonderful little dolls. The kit includes a doll panel (all three dolls), light denim backing, and hand-written instructions.The dolls were inspired by the bounty of Alaska's summers and deep Russian history. The green doll holds a salmon, the fuschia doll is decorated with fireweed, and the blue doll is covered with a blueberry heart. 
My favourite wreaths of all are ones that tell a story or show a piece of ourselves. The above wreath is by Knock Knocking's . Everyone in my family knows how attached I am to my Kitchen Aid mixer so it seemed so fitting.
Last year, Lisa from The Red Thread posted a fabulous tutorial on how to make the above paper Christmas wreath.
I love this button wreath. You will find out just how easy this craftapalooza wreath is to make by visiting the whipup.net website. 
Blue Manatee Tutorials offer a 15 page pdf tutorial on how to make a fabric rag wreath wall hanging. 
This fabric kit in 2 two lovely colour combinations include Thea & Sami's Mushrooms design hand-printed on hemp/organic cotton canvas. Available now in the online store - Raspberry & Cream or Chocolate on soft latte.
Finished size = 32 x 42 cm (12.5 x 16.5 inches).
Easy-to-follow instructions with pictures are included in the pack. Fabric is uncut so you are able to use it for other projects.
I just love this hand printed 'Spoon & Whisk' design. Coming in 3 lovely tones which compliment each other beautifully. Printed onto a lovely weighted Hemp/organic cotton fabric, utensils ate 10cm high and each pack includes 3 x 45 x 45cm pieces. One of each colourway.
These printed panels include sewing instructions to make 2 fish toys plus an easy pencil case. Available now in 3 divine colour combo's this project is perfect for beginner sewers and the fish could even be hand sewn making it a great crafty project for kids 8+.
This pack includes three pieces from Thea & Sami's 'Fraser Island' range, all 45 x 45cm 1 x Starfish pink (Hemp/Organic Cotton)1 x Sandy Beach (100% Organic cotton twill)1 x Aqua Sky (Hemp/Organic cotton). Available from here.
toggle.co.nz - showcases the best of New Zealand's contemporary craft and kiwiana. This Ruby In The Dust Felt Bird Kit is just one of the many handmade gems you will find on this site. 
These nifty Clover Yo Yo Makers are now available in 3 different designs.
RoundAll 3 are available now from the online store.
More adorable Little Amigurumi crochet pdf pattern sets by Amy Gaines including the Critters pattern above and the cute kittens shown below.
The pattern being tested was Little Bird's Cobana Pants pattern which had a beginners rating.
Lisa is a beginner who had done a little sewing when she was a teenager but was now wanting to get back into sewing. Having just had her mum's hand me down sewing machine serviced she is ready and rearing to go.
Lisa did a fantastic job, choosing some really cute light weight co-ordinating fabric. Here is some of what Lisa had to say about the pattern....
Tonight I have finished sewing the pants and I have to admit, it was really easy. I didn’t think I would finish the sewing this evening and have surprised myself. This is even with a few unpickings, but that was my fault. I shouldn’t have agreed to a fabric where the front looks fairly similar to the back!
I guess some recommendations that I would make to someone who is about to tackle this pattern is to read through it a couple of times so you get the ‘gist’ of what you need to do, and to also photocopy the pattern.
I did cut out the pockets but I didn’t sew them on but the instructions did look pretty straight forward like the rest of the instructions. I think there is a slight mistake in the pattern. The left leg patterns don’t match. I thought it was just me but then I noticed the exact same thing in the picture on the pattern. (I did check the pattern & image and it looks as if it is meant to be like that.) So yes, the pattern was super easy just like it says on the front. Thanks so much for letting me do this trial. I have really enjoyed it and it has given me confidence to so a bit more sewing. I can’t wait!
Bettsy Kingston Pinny & Ruffle pant kits have been a huge hit here at The Haby Goddess. Now this new 'Swedish Flower' design has been added to both kits. Teamed with a hot pink polka dot inside, the covering fabric with flowers is a nicely weighted cotton.
The ruffles have already been roll hemmed for you so you only need to sew it together!
Influenced by vintage and Japanese kawaii styles, there are 4 adorable designs to choose from and all come with fabric panels, stuffing, ribbon to make a little hanging loops and sewing instructions. There's even a little note from the designer to you. The only other thing you'll need is a sewing machine or needle and thread. 
Available now in the Online store
My number one tip for sewing with PVC is to use a walking foot (even feed foot), without the guiding arm, on your sewing machine. As fabric and PVC are two different mediums, PVC can tend to get pushed along and pucker with a normal sewing foot. Any sized machine is capable of sewing basic, light weight PVC projects.
Secondly, work with the fabric as your top layer. Working with stretch/knit fabrics and PVC are extremely difficult so try to use non stretch fabrics cut with the grain.
If I was making an apron as pictured with a PVC outer layer, I would sew the two pieces together with a large straight stitch and trim the seam before adding the bias. Zig Zag stitch also works well on PVC and has a great effect.
Some other basic tips not to forget.
These DIY kits are always a favourite as all designs include gorgeous designer fabrics, grosgrain ribbon, thread and instructions. All fabric is precut so all you need to do is sew! Perfect for the beginner sewer.
This adorable fabric design is to make a cute little swing top
And yes, the Henna Parisian is back!!
All designs pictured are available in the online store.
Flat Backed buttons are also due in and will include a larger 1 1/8 inch and you will also be able to purchase additional buttons without having to purchase the tool kit.
New Bettsy Kingston Ruffle Pants & Pinnie Kits will include this fabulous design
Well according to Associated Content, recycling involves chemical transformation procedures. For example, through a chemical process, old plastic bottles can be turned into a durable fabric. On the other hand, trimming down the front of a cereal box and binding it into a notebook cover requires only physical processes, and therefore by this definition would be considered upcycling.
That's seems simple enough so here is a treasury of some very crafty upcyclers!
You will remember a short while ago I made a pair of Pj's in the Saffron Craig fabric. The top to this pj set was in fact The Summer Fling Pattern. A great versatile pattern that can be made into a dress or little swing top - even pj's! The instructions were very clear and easy to follow. I am confident that any beginner sewer would be able to follow these patterns.
But just to make sure. I have 'Lisa' a facebook fan and someone who is just beginning to sew, on the job. Lisa has been sent the Cobana pants pattern and is going to make up a pair and write and review to share.
These range of patterns plus more are now available in store. And remember, if you ever have a question regarding these patterns either prior to purchasing or once you start sewing, just ask!
Now for the giveaway part......... I have two fantastic patterns to giveaway.
All you need to do is enter all your details here (so I can contact you if you win) and tell me which pattern you would prefer to win. Simple! Closes 31st Oct, 5pm AEST
This little bag is the result of the Creative sewing with Pfaff workshop. It was my very 1st attempt ever at Stippling. It was completely nerve racking (but fun). My result isn't very good - only room to improve I say! It's the only workshop I have ever attended where the demonstrator had to remind you to breathe!!
We used the fancy pants Pfaff Quilt Expession 4.0 (RRP approx $3000). It does have a million and one functions, whether or not you would use them is another thing. One function I did love was the walking foot is permanently attached - you just disengage it when not in use. The tying off function and the foot levers I found a little bit slow & tiresome.
As for the stalls, there was a good mixture of fabric, beading & scrapbooking. But they were all a little similar. For example, all fabric/quilting stalls carried huge amounts of accessories that you can really get anywhere.
I was wanting to be excited by something new, something we hadn't seen before. In the world of haberdashery there was nothing. But I did find myself stalking the Barnes stall. They have released a fantastic range of kits to make your own resin jewellery & accessories.
The other fav stall was Can Do Books. They had a great range of books covering all areas of craft. A couple worth mentioning include Fabricate by Susan Wasinger with really clear images of the modern projects. I just loved the laminated felt sleeve for a notebook or the like. The other one I wanted to buy was 49 1/2 Skirts by Alison Willoughby. It shows how to take one simple skirt pattern and then embellish with numerous materials and techniques.
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