Author Archives: destashification

Stash Couture for Father’s Day

Posted on June 15, 2011 by destashification

Small motor skills may diminish in one’s hands after 75 years of serving one’s country and working to provide for one’s family. However, dignity should not diminish with age… A small gift for one who has given so much…. Based … Continue reading →

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The Destashification Make-Up Bag: Finishing Touches

Posted on June 13, 2011 by destashification

Another zipper, a few seams and the Make-Up Bag is done! Part X (I lost count) The Zipper: 1.  Find the center point of the longer zipper (lengthwise).  Mark it with a pin. 2.  Match the zipper centerpoint with the … Continue reading →

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Destashification Make-Up Bag, Part 3: The ZIPPER!

Posted on June 12, 2011 by destashification

 Z-I-P-P-E-R A great scrabble word. But putting one in a project can stop some needleartists in mid-seam!  The second side of the lining of the Destashification Make-Up Bag has a zippered pocket. But relax…it is sewn in without basting, tears, … Continue reading →

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Another Tutorial: Destashification Make-Up Bag, Part 2

Posted on June 10, 2011 by destashification

Now that the quilting of the exterior is complete, it is time to move onto the interior of the Destashification Make-Up Bag. Part C:  Cutting/Sewing the Lining Pieces and Vertical Seamed Pocket 1.  Cut one lining “fat mushroom” in the … Continue reading →

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Another Tutorial: Destashification Make-Up Bag

Posted on June 10, 2011 by destashification

With all the travel planned for this summer, my DD really needed a new cosmetics case.  However, I have learned the term “Cosmetics Case” is apparently outdated – it is a “Make-Up Bag.” While I was making the bag, I … Continue reading →

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Can you Make Me a Dress for Tonight?

Posted on June 5, 2011 by destashification

Two malls, three mail order catalogs, and at least 8 stores later, it became apparent that current junior fashions are not constructed for a girl over 6 feet tall! So, the decision to “let Mom try to make something” was … Continue reading →

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The Instant Gratification/Destashification Skirt

Posted on June 2, 2011 by destashification

My daughters requested skirts – the type with the wide elastic as the waistband. A trip to the mall was required before I understood what was being requested, but the girls were correct – the skirts were going to be … Continue reading →

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The Destashification Mystery Project Revealed with Tutorial

Posted on May 31, 2011 by destashification

It will probably be used more than any other project I ever made. It is small, fits in a purse or backpack, and when closed, the contents cannot be identified. It is the Destashification Mystery Project and takes less than … Continue reading →

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Arizona AC-Proof Destashification Sweater

Posted on May 30, 2011 by destashification

The Arizona Desert in the summer is hot, but the AC is not.  Most buildings are air conditioned to a surprisingly cool temperature, although even 80 degrees is chilly after being in 110+ degrees. To ward off the summer indoor … Continue reading →

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Destashification Mystery Project: Another Hint

Posted on May 30, 2011 by destashification

The Mystery Project remains a mystery. Perhaps a picture of the interior will help identify this very useful and discrete item.

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