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My sister just moved into her beautiful dream home and asked for me to monogram some towels for her. These are the finished product. I am so glad that everything turned out so well. I love the ladder made from repurposed wood and the grey floors. It is fun to help someone get the finished result that they were looking for. Sure, the towels would have looked great without the monogram but the design puts it over the top. I found the design letter here, at Great Notions Design . Sometimes choosing a letter monogram can be daunting with all of the choices you have. As you probably already noticed I did not hoop the towel, only the interfacing. I used a baste stitch first to hold the interfacing, towel and water soluble topper together. I know most people do not do it this way but I really believe it is the best way to embroider. Best wishes and tons of Stitches!

Every year in the spring I make a ton of these wristlets . They make great gifts for any occasion. The hardest part about creating them is having to give them away. Last spring I created this easy tutorial on how to create a should/ wristlet strap.   It really helps to have the ability to use it both ways. The fabric is called Amelia Paisley, "Release it or Bless it." I saw it and fell in love. I bought two yards without knowing how I would put it to use. These are all colors I love to wear in the spring. I bought different colored zippers to install in each wristlet. The lining is Michael Miller's pinhead dots in stone. If you want to make some of these adorable wristlet you can find the pattern here .

This is a new Sew Spoiled Kenna Tote ePattern available August 2013! I love the tall exterior pockets on either side of the tote, as well as the storage space inside for all of your things. The exterior is made from Duck Canvas and the interior is a fun flowery print I found at Joann's . In the pattern you will learn how to create a zipper pocket and a slip pocket. I was told by my niece, this size it perfect for school. At her school each student receives an iPad to study with, so she doesn't need a backpack. She needs just a tote for her iPad and writing supplies.  I am also working on making a few college themed totes. You can find canvas in any color so it would be easy to make team totes for local schools. Team fabric is fun to line the interior of the Kenna tote. This fall I am sure to sport an alumni Tote from East Carolina University, Go Pirates!  

I love seeing the projects that you have completed! This is my favorite part about designing patterns. Here are some awesome pictures from the  Flickr: your Sew Spoiled projects!  group. eco-friendly Cabrio Tote | Flickr - Photo Sharing! weekender tote | Flickr - Photo Sharing! New ironing board cover | Flickr - Photo Sharing! Ladybug Mini Purse | Flickr - Photo Sharing! lanyard | Flickr - Photo Sharing! Patchwork iPad Folding Case | Flickr - Photo Sharing! Sew spoiled wristlet | Flickr - Photo Sharing! If you have completed a Sew Spoiled pattern add it to the Flickr Group,  Your Sew Spoiled Projects ! Or Pin it on Pinterest and link the pattern or tutorial.  “Can you sell the products you make from  Sew Spoiled Patterns ???” Yes, you can sell the products that you as a home seamstress make! All I ask is that you state, “This pattern is an original Sew Spoiled Design by Leah Williams.” in the description. It is super eas...

We are so thankful this year! I am thankful for my family and friends, for our health and happiness. I am also thankful for Sew Spoiled, my pattern shop and this blog to share sewing adventures with you. I hope all of you enjoyed your family and friends. I was looking around online for Black friday fabric sales and found these. If you see another Black Friday Fabric Sale please share your find in a comment post! Just incase Santa is watching. Jo Ann’s is having a wonderful sale on Dress Forms! It is a Doorbuster deal but you can buy it online for $99! ✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄ Venue Designs Etsy shop is having a Black Friday Fabric Sale ! Most of the designer fabric is $6.20!! ✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄ Fabric.com has great discounts on fabric depending on how much you buy! Amy Butler’s Soul Blossom fabric is on pre-sale for $8.98. ✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄✄ Pink Chalk is having a Pink Friday! Love this shop! Not to mention they carry Sew Spoiled Patterns ! Don’t forget if you see an Online Bl...

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