Friday, April 30, 2010

Sew & Tell Friday: A little bit of sewing and little bit of telling

Well, after nine consecutive days of grandparent house guests (my mother-in-law and my parents, back-to-back), I haven't accomplished much in the sewing arena!


I did, however, make this grocery bag dispenser for my mom.  (Tutorial here.)  I finished it just in the nick of time before they had to leave!

Amy Butler Grocery Bag Dispenser


My mom and I have very different taste, color-wise, so this one is really different than the first two I made. However, it was lots of fun to put together a color combo that was "out of the box" for me, and she really likes it!


While I haven't been sewing much, we have definitely been enjoying the great outdoors! I love spring weather in Myrtle Beach.





Be sure to check out the other fabulous finishes over at Sew & Tell Friday.


Have great weekend!
Mary
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19 comments:

  1. Katie BApril 30, 2010 at 3:57 PM

    This turned out great! This project has been on my list for a while, and seeing yours makes me want to make one.

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  2. LeslieApril 30, 2010 at 4:11 PM

    these bag dispensers are such a great idea.

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  3. B @ Sweet LimesApril 30, 2010 at 4:31 PM

    Love how crisp your bag holder looks.

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  4. Sarah CraigApril 30, 2010 at 4:46 PM

    I really need to make one of these - maybe your lovely bag will inspire me!!

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  5. JeannieApril 30, 2010 at 5:53 PM

    Love it!! I sure your mom will too.
    It is nice to enjoy the outdoors especially with little kids! They see everything.

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  6. MichelleApril 30, 2010 at 5:54 PM

    The grocery bag dispenser looks great! Like you, those aren't "my" colors, but you did a great job with the color combinations. It's very cheerful. I can certainly see why your mom was pleased.

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  7. trishApril 30, 2010 at 6:41 PM

    What a great dispenser! :o)
    Sincerely ~ Tricia

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  8. Fresh Poppy DesignApril 30, 2010 at 7:07 PM

    super cute projects. I love the dispenser too!

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  9. antmeeApril 30, 2010 at 9:39 PM

    Great fabric combo's. Glad your mum likes it!

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  10. AnonymousApril 30, 2010 at 11:03 PM

    What a thoughtful gift - your Mom is blessed! :)

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  11. DaynaMay 2, 2010 at 1:51 PM

    Your bag holder is so cute. How sweet that you chose colors to suit your mom.

    Your spring photos are beautiful. I miss southern spring!

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  12. pinksuedeshoeMay 3, 2010 at 2:22 AM

    Cute, and I am eyeing your flickr widget over there. I LOVE your molly monkey! Going to do some more checking on that one :o)

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  13. JenniferMay 3, 2010 at 10:47 AM

    What an awesome dispenser! Your mom must be very pleased... :)

    Jennifer :)

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  14. UnknownMay 3, 2010 at 1:25 PM

    I can see muscles in your thighs, I love it, and am jealous as my muscle is quickly turning into extra cellutlite.

    I love the Amy Butler fabric on the bag dispenser... I would probably choose it in another color pallete myself also, but I just love her fabric anyways!

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  15. Rene'May 3, 2010 at 7:36 PM

    Great gift for your mom! Thanks for sharing!

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  16. PunkiePie (Jen)May 4, 2010 at 10:13 AM

    I need to make a couple of these as gifts. I love how yours came out. Thanks for sharing!

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  17. KristenMay 5, 2010 at 7:05 PM

    Very sweet gift. These always come out so cute!

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  18. DarlaMay 6, 2010 at 3:56 PM

    I love this color combo! It's adorable!

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  19. Kimberly TrippMay 8, 2010 at 11:41 AM

    what a great use for charm squares! I seem to have a collection growing...

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