Category Archives: Repurpose

Even Simpler Secure Luggage Tags

Posted on September 23, 2013 by

Secure and Simple:  The best type of Luggage Tag! Because the tag is made to hang closed, your personal information is not available while traveling! All that is required for this very simple (and secure) luggage tag is: Fabric Scrap … Continue reading →

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Luggage Tags: Stash Couture and Secure

Posted on September 23, 2013 by

Travel and security seem almost synonymous anymore. Yet it was surprising to learn that all those beautiful open-faced fabric luggage tags are of concern as they show personal information. So today’s post is a tutorial for making secure fabric luggage … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessories, Luggage tags, Repurpose, Scrap Couture, Sewing, Stash Couture, Tutorial, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | 4 Comments

Dorm Room Pillows

Posted on September 21, 2013 by

“I’ve decided to change the colors of my room.” Words that make every Destashifying Mother smile and head to the sewing room. “No more purple and teal.   I think I want blue and yellow.  Send me my blue comforter … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessories, Home Decor, Repurpose, Sewing, Sewing for a Teenager, Stash Couture | 6 Comments

Grandpa’s Ties Pillows

Posted on January 17, 2013 by

When Grandpa passed, his ties became a quilt for his daughter, but there were small scraps left over. When fabric has a sentimental value, a project can be found for even the smallest scraps. The long narrow pieces of fabric … Continue reading →

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Not Just Another Shapeless Team Mom T-shirt

Posted on September 20, 2012 by

Having a son or daughter on a team or activity usually guarantees one thing – a T-shirt for Mom. Moms love showing support for the team – but might not  love with always being seen in a shapeless boxy T-shirt. … Continue reading →

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Grandpa’s Ties Quilt

Posted on August 13, 2012 by

Ties from Grandpa. Beautiful silk neckties. Wonderful tactile silks with intricate designs. Much time was spent deciding just what quilt pattern would highlight the fabrics from these beautiful ties and pay homage to the man they belonged to. Pinwheel was … Continue reading →

Posted in Beginner Sewing Projects, Home Decor, Modern, Pinwheel, Quilting, Repurpose, Sewing, Tutorial | Tagged , , , | 6 Comments

The Purse d’Resistance is now a Backpack!

Posted on March 1, 2012 by

Last summer, the Purse d’Resistance was created to carry all the necessities during a month of travel.   Unfortunately, somewhere in the creative process, visual and textural interest trumped common sense. As a result, the base and body of a purse … Continue reading →

Posted in Accessories, Crazy Quilting, Embellishment, Goddess, Purses, Repurpose, Sewing, Stash Couture | Tagged | 3 Comments