Vintage Apron Pouch in "Super Cute Paper Piecing"

The Vintage Apron Pouch is one of my favorite projects in my new book "Super Cute Paper Piecing."

It is a perfect size to transport small sewing projects and also great for a larger make-up or toiletries bag.

The front top panel is about 6 1/2" wide x 9 1/2" tall so most of the paper pieced blocks in the book would fit perfectly on this fun zipper pouch!

A fun way to personalize your pouch is to add a zipper pull.

This apple zipper pull was found  at a local jewelry supply store.

Michael's and Joann Fabrics have a nice selection of charms and zipper pulls that can be purchased online.

A few of my favorite online stores carry adorable fabric as well as cute zipper pulls are SunnyDaySupply.com , Deltapatchwork.com and  SuperBuzzy.com

Another great place to find zipper charms is on Etsy.com  

Just type in "charms" or "zipper pulls" and you will be amazed at the selection!

I have quite a collection I've amassed over the years : )

Don't forget, all the info about my book can be found on my blog [HERE]

Happy Sewing!

xo

Charise

Handmade Gifts ~ Vintage Kitchen Hot Pads

It is not too late to stitch up some gifts in time for the holidays!  This sweet potholder set is made

with my vintage bowls and vintage apron pattern. 

I used my round potholder tutorial which you can find [HERE]

This pattern is perfect for an orphan quilt block 8" or smaller. 

 I embellished the back pockets with cotton lace and ric rac. 

 It would also be fun with a self fabric ruffle or some whimsical ribbon trim.

Include a pair of color dipped kitchen utensils and you have the perfect gift for you favorite cook!

You can find the Vintage Bowls and Apron Patterns in my Etsy shop [HERE] and my Craftsy shop [HERE]

xo

Charise

" In the Kitchen " ~ Grandmother's Apron

I'm almost on track this year adding new patterns to my shop!  Yesterday I finished my newest pattern for my "In the Kitchen" series  ~ Grandmother's Apron.  It is actually inspired by a sketch I drew for an actual apron I designed for the "Unofficial Downton Abbey Sews" for Stitch Magazine!  The issue will be available in June : )

I used some of my favorite yellow and red fabrics.  The yellow floral is a Connecting threads print and the fun apple print on the pockets is from Riley Blake.  

You can find Grandmother's Apron in my Etsy and Craftsy shops : )

I think I need to turn all my "in the Kitchen" blocks into a quilt!

Have a lovely evening!

xo

Charise