So Simply Stephanie

5 more Butterbean Dolls (from a Bit of Whimsy Dolls  pattern) to be given as gifts...

My latest projects: a SYLVIA SLING  & a coordinating LONG WALLET This set is for ME.  I love the overall size of the purse, but would prefer the interior pockets to be a bit taller.  The wallet is perfect for my use featuring 6 card slots, 3 full width pockets and a large zippered pouch.  I can't wait to use these!!! The patterns... * The purse pattern was mostly easy to follow.  However, the thickness of fabrics made it a little tough to sew in spots.  I had a difficult time getting the gusset lined up just right & the handles were a bit of a chore to get on properly.  Overall a good pattern, but not for the beginner seamstress. * The wallet pattern is VERY easy to follow & could be made by a beginner.  This wallet sews up quickly & has a very nice finished look.  I will definitely be making more of these!!!

I am going to be participating in the Cabrio Tote Sew Along  over at Sew Spoiled .   (There is even a  coupon code for the pattern on the sew along post!)  I have been eying this pattern for a while... and well, now I have no excuse not to buy it.  This amazing bag converts from a shoulder bag to a backpack, which I love! photo from Sew Spoiled If you'd like to join in the fun, here is the timeline for the sew along- Gather Fabric and supplies (Step1)- - - - - - Jan. 18- Feb. 1 (2weeks)  Cut out the pieces (Step 2)- - - - - - - - - - - - -Feb. 2- Feb. 8  Straps and Outer Shell Panel gathered (Step 3-6) -- - Feb. 9- Feb. 15 
 Finish outer shell and make pockets (Step 7-8) - - - - - Feb. 16- Feb. 22  Magnet Clasp and Finish Lining (Step 9-11) - - - - - - Feb. 23- March 1  Finish the Tote (Step 12-14)- - - - - - - - March 2- 8 I already have the main fabric for this bag so I spent a little time yesterday buying ...

Super quick and easy - embellished burp cloths  for our baby due in a few months.  This is a great way to use up some scrap fabric!

My sister's birthday was on New Year's Eve.  Here are the gifts I made for her- Purse & accessories (tissue holder, zippered pouch & key fob).

On Christmas Eve, my family & I went to Breckenridge, CO.  While there we (mainly I) visited a store called Magical Scraps. I felt like I was in crafter's heaven!  They have some AMAZING stuff!  I love so much of what they sell and that they use fun & modern fabrics for everything! They even have a section where they sell fabric. I was able to control myself and only bought 1 yard of fabric ( Tina Givens - Opal Owl ) Go check them out if you're ever in the area (or visit their Etsy shop )!

Happy New Year! I have so many crafting plans/ideas/goals for 2011.  Here is a little list of what I'd like to accomplish this year: * Finish my Silvia Sling & make a matching wallet   DONE * Make a baby gift set from some neutral fabrics * Finish knitting a sweater for my little boy (I am pattern tester for this)  DONE * Finish knitting a pair of socks  DONE * Knit another pair of Felted Sock Monkey Slippers * Sew a few cloth diapers for our baby due in a few months *  Embellish prefolds for our baby due in a few months  DONE * Participate in a Sew-Along or two ONE DONE * Make a few I-Spy Quilts for the little ones in my family * Decide if I want to make a gender neutral quilt for our baby now, or try to find the time to make one in a fabric I truly love once the baby is born  DONE * Make some bibs   for the baby once he/she is older * Make some of these awesome Travel Duffles as gi...