Do-it-yourself stuffed beast and monster dolls for Halloween Oct 22, 2009
Sewing instructions 1. Pin paper pattern pieces to fabric (felt or fleece is suggested). (Erie Times-News, PA)
Events, happenings and Halloween Oct 21, 2009
The Sew & Quilt Shop will have a "Sewing Extravaganza" to make holiday gift items to be donated to children in Flagler County from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 28-31. The shop is at 4601 E. State Road 100. (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
4,000 miles, no motors Oct 20, 2009
Hig spent hours seated at a borrowed sewing machine, reconstructing our grubby and torn gear with swatches of bright new fabric. What we couldn't repair, we replaced. (Anchorage Daily News)
Kitchen Organization Made Simple Oct 20, 2009
Also handy for use in the garage, playroom, sewing room, and more. Pop containers are intended for dry food storage; microwave or freezer use is not recommended. (CBS News -- Early Show)
Lorraine Bardell Oct 20, 2009
She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and she had many passions, cooking, photography, sewing, bowling and working with antiques. She is survived by her husband, Merle of Wyanet; one daughter, Pam Bardell of Wyanet; three sons, Randy (Ronda) Bardell of Estacada, Ore. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
My New York: Julia Stiles Oct 19, 2009
I bought a dining room table that was made from reclaimed wood, then they put a giant industrial sewing machine part as the legs ... They take vintage clothing and redesign it, cutting up pieces and sewing them into new pieces ... I bought a dining room table that was made from reclaimed wood, then they put a giant industrial sewing machine part as the legs. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
An outbreak of red fever Oct 18, 2009
The city's export manufacturers (including the world's biggest sewing machine maker) were hit badly by the export downturn and the Government instructed state-owned banks to bail them out. It is logical that the Chinese Government wants an ownership share in the businesses it assisted, although it is also targeting companies that needed no help. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Stitch for a niche Oct 17, 2009
World Photo by Lou SennickStacey Kelley displays some of the Renaissance costumes she is sewing for an upcoming costume ball later this month ... Material, a mask, ribbon and pattern sit on one of two sewing tables used by Stacey Kelley to create her hand-crafted costumes in Coos Bay ... World Photo by Lou SennickStacey Kelley displays some of the Renaissance costumes she is sewing for an upcoming costume ball later this month. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Main Street Holiday Open House features cookie, apron contests Oct 17, 2009
An apron design contest has been added to the festivities, tapping into the creative milieu of sewing, a perfect complement to baking cookies. Along with the apron contest, we are going to have an exhibit of vintage aprons at the three banks prior to the Holiday Open House weekend, said Carole Betts, Main Street Keokuk, Inc., board member and Open House Committee chair. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
The Young Pro Oct 17, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
• 7 habits of highly creative people Oct 16, 2009
Peters is perhaps best known artistically for her sewing projects, which include the cup cozies sold at Heritage coffee and TP Designs hats; she also has a degree in set design and has worked as a master carpenter. She said she is constantly looking at crafts in stores and magazines and saying to herself, "I could make that." And then she does. (Juneau Empire)
Obits: Finley, Johnson, Moeckly, & Richter Oct 15, 2009
She enjoyed square dancing, boating at the river, playing cards, gardening, ceramics, china and oil painting, sewing, cooking, canning and making her own greeting cards. Survivors include; her husband, sister, Carol Ann (Pikerine) Burlingame, Ellendale, ND, and 4 children: Susan Doyle (Harley Hagstrom), Edina, MN, Deb Kohnen, Aberdeen, David (Connie) Finley, Oakes, ND, and Douglas Finley, Aberdeen; six grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren and two more (one boy and one girl) due to be born in... (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Virginia Neefus (561) Oct 14, 2009
Her hobbies were swimming, sewing (quilting) and entertaining at her home. Surviving her are three sons and daughters in law, eight grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Streisand on auction: Let others enjoy my stuff Oct 12, 2009
Each little drawer contained treasures -- miniature sewing things that held needles, I had a drawer for antique shoe buckles and drawers for ribbons, satin ribbons and grosgrain ribbons and beautiful antique ribbons, things like that. I kind of will miss it, but I can't really use it -- I haven't got the space for it. (CNN -- Showbiz)
From strawberry fields to the vortex of power in Washington Oct 10, 2009
Work is sitting at a sewing machine for 10 hours a day, eating your food at the machine ... where the entire brood worked in a sewing shop from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., seven days a week. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Religion Calendar for the Erie area Oct 10, 2009
-TENTH STREET UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: Crocheting, knitting, needlepoint and sewing class making items to distribute at Christmas, every other Wednesday, 10 a.m. to noon, 538 E. 10th St. Donations of yarn and needles appreciated. Call 459-3131. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Lillian Edna Friedly Oct 10, 2009
She also enjoyed sewing, quilting, doll making and flowers. She is survived by her four daughters: Nancy (Donald) Scharnhorst of Nashua, Linda (Joe) Flerlage of Hardy, Ark, Carla Greenlee of Bristow and Kiana (Bill) Byrnes of Granbury, Texas; 15 grandchildren: Rebecca (Louis) Fuhringer, Lorinda (David) Groe, Robin (Dean) Meinders and Jolene (Dan) Fehr; Douglas (Nancy) Reuscher, Denice (Robert) Harrington, Steven (Janell) Reuscher, Scott (Coleicia) Reuscher and David (Tara) Reuscher; Tamara... (Charles City Press, IO)
Elegant, modern hillside home Oct 9, 2009
For Debbie, there's a sewing space off the laundry area in the master bath. The couple share a walk-in closet that extends about 20 feet and has its own window, allowing in natural light. (AZCentral -- Home)
Tsunamis hit American Samoa's economic engine Oct 9, 2009
A water-logged coconut, metal mattress frame and sewing machine are strewn around one of their rooms. "See that car inside the trees," Atisano'e said, "that's my car.". (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
Friends' book sale deemed a success Oct 7, 2009
Library Sewing Group: This group meets each Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the general purpose room. Computer Classes: Computer specialist Alisa Claytor teaches an introduction to computers. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Gonna buy a paper doll Oct 7, 2009
The Singer Sewing Machine Company produced a series of dolls and clothing in the late 19th century that included advertising messages on the back. Magazines also saw the potential because they could include a doll in one issue then feature the clothing on a weekly basis. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Calendar of events, 10-04 Oct 6, 2009
75 inches of Velcro, one button, general sewing supplies, such as scissors, thread, etc ... Knox County Sewing Guild will meet at 7 p.m. in the Bloebaum-Fuller Outreach Building, 509 N. Seventh St. Renee Darkis will give a lesson on piped binding. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Collection grows from birds' misfortune Oct 6, 2009
Then he performs taxidermy: gutting the bird, stuffing it with cotton and sewing it up. At the end of the process, it goes into the museum's vast collection of 18,000 birds, which are stored in dark, pest-free metal cabinets. (Albany Times Union)
West Berkeley: Fourth Street Oct 5, 2009
Lived-in studio space with drafting tables, fabric swatches everywhere, two sewing machines; a small, well-stocked retail space takes up the front of the workroom. The goods: Ruffled wool tartan and fleece skirts, jackets and coats; bamboo yoga clothes, bias-cut dresses with asymmetrical hemlines, long evening coats, boleros, wraps and scarves, and baby and children's clothing ($95-$600). (San Francisco Chronicle)
Fabric of faith Oct 5, 2009
Sewing business owner finally found his niche 100509 - The Augusta Chronicle ... The Sunday hours on the front door of Jeff's Sewing and Vacuum: Go to church ... There are Christian symbols on stickers on his sewing machines and vacuums. (The Augusta Chronicle)
New studio starts with focus on art education Oct 4, 2009
The studio is located in a storefront between the Sewing Salon and the Spence s on Jackson resale shop ... Art Smart s studio is available for group lessons as well as birthday parties, sewing circles and other gatherings. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Art serves as his legacy Oct 4, 2009
The money raised Saturday will go toward funding everything from lessons for singing to sewing to painting or piano, and to provide art supplies and musical instruments to children and organizations throughout the Capital Region. "You may want to play guitar. Not be a professional guitar player, but just play guitar because it's a stress-reliever," Mary said. (Albany Times Union)
Clawdia the Sandcrab recently performs in front of Calhoun High School fans during the CHS vs. Sharpstown High School football game at Joe K. Butler Stadium in Houston. (Wave photo by Sherry Ficklen) Oct 4, 2009
Instead, she dabbled in home crafts and sewing. But she saw a challenge in stained glass that she wanted to take. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Irene Jackson Oct 4, 2009
She loved doing all sorts of handworking and crafts such as sewing, knitting, crocheting, and embroidery. She also enjoyed playing cards, watching NASCAR racing and the Iowa Hawkeyes football games. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Clubs and organizations, 10-02 Oct 3, 2009
A sewing day will be held at 9 a.m. Nov. 9 to make things for Riley Childrens Hospital, such as quilts and puppy pillows. A class will be offered Oct. 19 to make small mending baskets which can be made in two hours. (Vincennes Sun Commercial, IN)
Collecting Vintage Sewing Patterns Oct 3, 2009
Vintage sewing patterns have become very collectible in recent years ... With a collection of vintage sewing patterns, the seamstress can wear those fashions from the past ... People collect vintage sewing patterns for a variety of reasons. (Suite101.com)
PMC volunteer enjoys helping Oct 2, 2009
A former stay-at-home mom, Hicks enjoys knitting, sewing, canning and cooking. Her specialty is braciole -- pounded, seasoned and stuffed beef rolled in pine nuts. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Sew this year Oct 2, 2009
The Sewing Machine Centre has been at the same spot on Deptford High Street in south east London since 1947 and although Tony's father retired some 10 years ago, people still ask after him. Over the last few months business has been booming and the shelves are crammed with sewing machines ... "Recently there's been a big rise in the number of people dusting down their old machines and taking up sewing again. I've got a two-week waiting list for repairs.". (BBC News -- UK)
Obits: Osness, & Palm Oct 1, 2009
Orie enjoyed quilting, sewing, crocheting, and was a member of the Hobby Club ... She enjoyed sewing, playing cards and games. (Marshall County Journal, SD)
Looking Back Oct 1, 2009
Miss Vlasta Vacha is doing some sewing this week for Mrs. S. P. Keiffer at Washington ... Sharon Center Iva Stahl is sewing for Mrs. W. D. Berkey this week. (Kalona News, IA)
Su Van Valen finds solace in the soil around her home in Madera Highlands. Photo by MIKE TOUZEAU | SPECIAL TO The Green Valley News Oct 1, 2009
She does take time out to feed some of her other creative talents, though needlepoint, gourmet Asian cooking, sewing, decorating, landscaping, teaching mah jong, singing traditional Korean songs, and managing their Florida rental properties. Told she couldn t grow most of her selections in the heat here, Su nevertheless lovingly touches their leaves as she points out the progress of each, fussing and feeling around in the rich soil, nurtured with the nuances she picked up from her ancestors no... (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Family 411: Fun, frivolous OR forward-thinking ideas in a flash Oct 1, 2009
Packs of googly eyes can be found in the yarn and sewing aisle or at the craft store. Your treat bags can be folded over at the top, or you can snip small holes on the upper sides of each bag and slip a colorful ribbon through and knot each end for a handle. (Erie Times-News, PA)
People Profile--Basketball: Bredthauer’s ‘lifetime’ sport of choice (440) Sep 30, 2009
Greatly enjoying the Mary Martha Sewing Circle, a group of active older women in Burton who actually do some beautiful quilting work the results of which can be seen at the Cotton Gin Festival and other area locations. Her great love of flowers and gardening (Bettie and Gene s photo is taken at the entrance of her gated-garden) flourishes with frequent sessions joined up with her granddaughter, Bek Payne, a Texas Aiculture graduate who is happily employed with the Green Leaf Nursery in El Campo. (Brenham Banner, TX)
A stitch in time Sep 30, 2009
" Quilters work on sewing machines during the 'Show and Tell' quilting show and contest at Quilter's Quarters. (Apolinar Fonseca/The Sentinel) The store's owner, Linda Carter, has hosted the event for five years to honor her fellow quilters and encourage them to finish their projects."All of them deserve the opportunity to have their work seen because they are all pieces of beauty," she said. This year's event drew dozens of women and a few men to the store on Douty Street to revel in each... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Meetings, events Sep 30, 2009
Siouxland Sewing Guild, 6:30 p.m. first Thursday of the month at Tri-State Christian Church, 39th and G streets, South Sioux City. For anyone interested in sewing. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Collecting Woven Patches as Vacatio... Sep 30, 2009
Patches are easy to sew onto most fabrics, even for those with very limited sewing skills. Use thread in the same color as the patch's border, or use fish line as a clear thread. (Suite101.com)
Lila Wollmann Sep 30, 2009
In her leisure time, Lila bowled in a league, enjoyed playing cards with the "gang," and spent time sewing, crocheting and gardening. Her hands were never idle. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Bookbinder opens working museum in S.F. Sep 30, 2009
Inside, one artisan is sewing together the folded pages of a San Francisco memoir. Another is constructing the covers out of cloth and board. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Shelby Township woman crowned Ms. Senior Michigan Sep 26, 2009
Her hobbies include sewing, monogramming, interior design, gardening, golfing, sailing, cooking and entertaining. These days, much of her time is spent supporting various causes across the state. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
A father alone spreads help to others like him Sep 26, 2009
The girl and boy were modeling clothing made by a women s sewing circle. Liz Gilmore, now 51 of Fresno, was that little girl. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Autographed quilt Sep 25, 2009
The age-old tradition of quilting, recalling a quaint circle of ladies sharing gossip while silently sewing fabric patches, doesn't exactly mesh with rock and roll, The Doobie Brothers, and the BR Cohn Fall Music Festival. That is about to change. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Bookworm writes her own After a lifetime of books, retired teacher and avid reader decides to write her own Sep 25, 2009
Books are stuffed in the basement, sewing room and along a bookshelf in the living room. WHAT SHE READS: Historical accounts and novels and anything by Danielle Steele, Thomas Kinkade or Nicholas Sparks. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Boston Fashion Week show will spotlight five local designers Sep 24, 2009
There s a lot of hand sewing, so it s very couture. Sometimes I look at my clothes and think This isn t a piece of clothing, it s a piece of art. (Boston Globe)
Abbie Cornish quietly makes a name for herself Sep 20, 2009
She s also a talented fashion designer, sewing her own clothes - elaborate, flamboyant garments with detailed flourishes. The idea, in part, is that this woman s sewing is as valid a form of self-expression as Keats s poetry. (Boston Globe)
Small change: Does ‘microlending’ actually fight poverty? Sep 20, 2009
Households without businesses that the researchers judged more predisposed to start one were found to cut back on spending, suggesting they were saving to augment their loan for a capital business expense like a pushcart or a sewing machine. The researchers also found small but encouraging shifts in household spending across the board, with less money spent on temptation goods like alcohol, tobacco, and gambling. (Boston Globe)
A Widow Finds Strength in Her Faith Sep 18, 2009
Melba enjoys reading, sewing, bicycling, and travelling to see her daughters. Photograph courtesy of Melba Simons Brown. (Slate)
Historical museum schedules open houses Sep 18, 2009
Other vintage offerings include a victrola, sewing machine, 1944 Sears Roebuck Catalog, Hotel Harvey signs, and old scrapbooks. A fascinating collection of Indian artifacts from the 1069 Onion Field dig on low grounds near the Brookneal Sportsman Club is displayed. (Brookneal Union Star, VA)
Hamm transforms her artistic talent into fashionable career Sep 15, 2009
On Saturday, the teal, purple and blue hues of Hamm s most recent painted silks evolved into one-of-a-kind clothing items that the artist and the designer hope will spark significant interest and more importantly orders since at the heart of Ferrin s brand is empowering economically-challenged women, some of whom loaned their sewing skills to the new collection. Last year it was pretty overwhelming, Hamm said of the first time she laid eyes on her fabric breezing up and down the catwalk. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
Beckham Sticks With Tried And True Sep 14, 2009
"This is my way of doing lace," she declared, explaining that the spider web effect is a result of sewing together the pieces with very fine ribbon. Although she called a black, textured gazar dress with a little sheen and a sexy zip front one of her favorites, she chose to wear a long-sleeve, strong-shoulder black dress with a peplum. (CBS News)
Janet Kay HolmesJune 28, 1961 - Sept. 7, 2009 Sep 12, 2009
Janets favorite hobby was designing and sewing denim quilts. Janet is survived by her husband, Bill; daughter, Reme, husband, Rusty Stretch, and granddaughter, Cheyenne, Vale, Ore. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
The Young Pro Sep 12, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
ARF partnerships provide water, sanitation and financial freedom Sep 11, 2009
The women told us they needed a place to put their babies while they worked and since then, the women s workshop has three manual sewing machines and for the first time, there are latrines. It all started with water. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
GUEST COLUMN: What the sales tax hike means to you Sep 11, 2009
Then, there are other clothing items that are taxable, such as bathing caps, briefcases, footwear for sports (like bowling and golf shoes) combs, handbags, luggage, sewing supplies, athletic uniforms and wallets. Although most food items are not subject to the sales tax, items such as antacids, vitamins, dietary supplements and weight-loss aids are taxable. (Easton Journal, MA)
Noriko MorikawaDec. 25, 1913-Sept. 7, 2009 Sep 11, 2009
She enjoyed many hobbies including sewing, baking, gardening and crafts. She loved sharing with family and friends. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Book sale alert! Book sale alert! Sep 9, 2009
Library Sewing Group: The group is open to people interested in the fiber arts - sewing, knitting, crocheting and more. The group meets Wednesdays at 1 p.m. in the General Purpose Room. (Athens Banner-Herald)
The Itch To Stitch Sep 9, 2009
Consumer Reports tested several sewing machines, including one by Brother, called the "Project Runway." ... Consumer Reports also found mechanical sewing machine from Sears for 120 dollars. (W-USA News, DC)
Essie Vawter Sep 6, 2009
Essie's hobbies included knitting, sewing and reading her Bible. Her greatest joy included her family and friends. (The Herald-Palladium)
Iraqi Bundles of Love could use your leftover sewing fabric Sep 5, 2009
He started Iraqi Bundles of Love, a 6-week drive to get sewing supplies to Iraqi citizens who are happy for any scrap of fabric they can get ... So while he's in Iraq and can get mail through the U.S. postal system, he is inviting people to donate bundles of sewing and quilting supplies ... The items will go to Iraqi people "who desperately need such things, and local sewing co-ops and other small businesses who have received grants or loans" (typically to purchase sewing machines, rent space,... (Honolulu Advertiser)
In praise of unstructured playtime for tweens Sep 5, 2009
Last week, my daughter and four neighborhood friends spent days in our living room sewing stuffed animals out of mismatched socks, filling them with rice and beans, and selling them to raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation ... Sure, the sewing circle of kids in my living room ended up accidentally using someone's mother's $12 socks that weren't actually mismatched in the course of their stuffed animal creation. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Weekend schedule and results Sep 5, 2009
Noon-10 p.m.: Woodworking, quilting, fiber arts, sewing hand/needlework demos ... 10 a.m.-10 p.m.: Woodworking, quilting, fiber arts, sewing hand/needlework demos ... 10 a.m.-10 p.m.: Woodworking, quilting, fiber arts, sewing hand/needlework demos. (Anchorage Daily News)
