Showing posts with label makeover. Show all posts
Showing posts with label makeover. Show all posts

Friday, February 6, 2015

Get Romantic with Flora from Joel Dewberry!

 
Joel Dewberry is one of our longtime favorites for modern prints that will make a living space pop and standout in a wardrobe. His latest collection, Flora is no exception...fresh, lovely and perfect for Spring! Get inspired with these fabulous FREE PROJECTS designed especially for this collection. Like these Vine of Roses & Tip Toe Through the Tulips Pillows which are simple, yet interesting designs that add a refreshing dose of color to a neutral couch!
 
 
 
 
Or this bright and graphic Stepping Stones Quilt...an amazing addition to the end of your bed or in place of a headboard! I've been noticing lots and lots of pretty textile art being used as creative headboards and quilts take the cake as my favorite option! Imagine how pretty this would be with an all white bed set...save a few handmade matching pillows. ;)
 
 
 
 
This Patchwork Pillow is a little more basic but still, in these fabrics it makes a great statement. It adds so much warmth to that white sofa too, don't you think? And I dig that bit of a boho vibe that patchwork in bright and bold prints always gives me. Like in that ONE bedroom everyone on facebook DIED over. So good.
 
 

 
Another fabulous quilt design, the Floral Dance Quilt reminds me of abstract art or an optical illusion. And with that mod border, it really takes on a groovy vibe!
 
 
 
 
Who doesn't need a new "every day" bag? This Pocket Tote is a spacious design for when you're out running errands, commuting with the kids or you have a long day of gym, work, happy hour ahead of you. Bring your extras along in style...I think it would look incredible with the whole body of the bag in that graphic Aztec print and going for dark brown leather straps. You could repurpose some old belts (first learned that trick from Amy Butler), or you visit your local Tandy or leather crafting store. You can find small pieces in reasonable prices. Just make sure you get a needle for leather to sew it using your machine!
 
 
 
 
Speaking of Amy Butler, I found a few more projects that she designed for Violette that I wanted to share! The Around the World Pillow is an awesome accent to any living space. Use it as a floor pillow, extra seating for a party or even use it as a dog bed.
 
 

 
City Squares is a cool graphic quilt that looks incredible in jewel tones and white! I wonder if the lighter prints in the collection would look good with a gray background...
 
 

 
How cool is this Woven Pillow? This is a super cool statement piece and an awesome project to add to your archives! Imagine what you could do with a gradient of solids! Make this baby and add some serious handmade magic to your home.
 
 
Inspired yet? Make one of these awesome FREE projects or come up with your own design for these pretty ew collection! Happy Sewing!
 


Wednesday, October 9, 2013

Come See us at the Original Sewing & Quilt Expo!!!

 
So, we're really excited about the Original Sewing & Quilt Expo coming to Fort Worth this year!! Having such a fabulous quilt show right in our own backyard is just too cool! This show has so much to offer, we really hope all of you in the metroplex and beyond will come out for all the inspiring presentations and demos, trunk shows and WAY more...just read on to see what all is happening! And don't forget to find the Cabbage Rose Booth #516! We'll be directly across from The Spot so be sure to stop by and say hi! Especially if you're from another state! We'd love to meet you!
 
 
Stage Presentations, demonstrations, trunk shows and fashion shows are FREE with your General Admission ticket. You'll get renewed energy, inspiration and lots of how-to's from these lively 30-minute sessions.


Sit down and sew great accessories and gifts with Beth Bradley and Jessica Giardino of Sew News, Creative Machine Embroidery and Sew It All in the Make-It Center. Try out luscious new fabrics, cool new notions and enjoy doing what you love most – making things!
 

See what Expo designers, teachers and experts are doing these days, as you get up close for how-to demonstrations and presentations in The Spot – a more intimate setting. FREE with your General Admission ticket.


Patterns...fabrics...style you can sew! Take a break from shopping at the FREE 
Runway Fashion Shows and get a look at dozens of fashions from independent pattern designers while live models walk the runway.

Watch an Expo designer affect a style transformation, and find ways to update your own wardrobe. Put your name in the hat and YOU could be the winner of a FREE Style Makeover and Expo shopping gift certificate.


Make-It Take-It projects
are a great way to learn new things at the Expo. They're quick little projects that put your hands on new techniques and products in an informal, fun atmosphere.

Join us for a FREE social, open and informal gathering to show us what you've made or what you're going to make at the I Made It Myself Event. Enjoy snacks and even prizes! 

Today's young sewers (ages 9-18) can show off their projects and share the fun of sewing and quilting with a live audience in Sewing's Next Generation. Get an insight into the interest and talents of our newest sewing enthusiasts as they show off their latest accomplishments.
 


October 17, 18 & 19, 2013
Will Rogers Memorial Center  Amon G. Carter Jr. Exhibits Building
3401 West Lancaster Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76107
www.meetinfortworth.com
 
Exhibit Hall Hours: Thurs./Fri. 10am - 6pm; Sat. 10am - 5:30pm
Lots of amazing things to do in Fort Worth! Come for the show and stay for the fun!