Three Things : Fabric (& a giveaway)
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(Unikko - Orange, Mirabelle Red (Alexandar Henry), Alfie Barkcloth (Yellow))
One of my favorite parts of my recent creativity travel was working with fabric in my projects. I have been playing with bits of it with my sewing machine and starting to collect small pieces here and there (haven't gotten into any clothes sewing yet).
Here's a fabric layout I made in Christina Lazar Schuler's class at Inspired called Textile Anthology (check her Etsy store for available kits):
She talked about making an entire album of fabric pages (the one above is 8x8). I like that idea and I also love that this sort of page can just go in my regular albums as well (put it into a page protector or add grommets to fit to your album rings).
So why fabric? I like to think of it in the same way I think of pattern paper - a decoration. A bit of color. The cool thing about fabric is that it also lends texture to your project. We can all use a bit more texture in our lives. Fabric can be added to a layout with adhesive or stitched on by hand (I actually really liked the process of hand-stitching the photo on the layout above) or with a machine (quick and easy). Try using it in place of patterned paper on your next project. It's also especially great for covering chipboard albums.
Currently I am storing my fabric pieces in my metal shelf:
Here are three of my favorite sites for checking out fabric include Sew Mama Sew (love searching by color), Purl Soho (especially loving their contemporary collection), and Repodepot. You can also search etsy for vintage fabric sellers like Shabby Vintage Mom who has some cute bundles of vintage fabrics.
The giveaway today is for Donna Downey's newest book Fabric Scrapbooking. It's very much a project-based book with step by step instructions and supply lists to walk you through each project.
To enter the giveaway simply leave a comment below. I will close comments and pick a winner on Wednesday night around 7pm (April 23).
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I just picked up some fabric glue to use in my scrapbook yesterday! Love your art in all it's manifestations! Thanks for so generously sharing it with the world!
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Ali, Ali, Ali.... over here! it's my birthday tomorrow.... would you please pick me? and i'm not afraid of fabric :)
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I have never put fabric in my scrapbooking....it's totally new territory! I mean, yes, ribbons...but never fabric! Honestly, it never really hit me to try it. I would love that book to guide me through...."hold my hand" if you will. I know I have some fabric scraps tucked away somewhere. It would be cool to actually use them!
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ahh!! would love a chance at the book, thanks -for whoever gets picked :)
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Thanks for always inspiring me ... now I just have to get all of my old fabric out. Now, where did I put that sewing machine? :)
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I have started a little collection of fabric here. Of course with a list of projects to go with it. Hoping to get to work soon. Love your page and thanks for the giveaway.
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I love fabric (as much as ribbon) and used to buy it because I liked the texture, colors and patterns. Now I can use all the fabric I've collected in a new way! I love the way you incorporated the fabric into your layout, it is similar to paper with the bright colors and graphic design, but you are correct, it gives the page a whole new dimension....texture. Thank you. (read the blog daily, love it!)
Jennifer
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I've been experimenting on fabric scrapbooking since last month. It's fantastic! Thanks for sharing...pick me, would love to get that free book. thanks!
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Gorgeous stuff. I'm really into fabrics lately as well. Would love to learn some new ways to incorporate it into my scrapbooks.
Leigh Anne
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I'm just learning to sew, this would be a fabulous book to have!
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I have always loved to sew and never thought about incorporating it into my scrapbooks. I always enjoy reading all your ideas!!
Thanks,
De Anne B.
Arvada, CO
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Yes! Pick me! Pick me! I need something like this to inspire me!!!!
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I love to sew but I've never mixed it with scrapbooking (I know I'm behind right?). Anyway, would love to win the book
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That is so generous of you! I would love one of her books! ~Tanya
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I love the idea of fabric, but i have no sewing machine!!!!!
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I have been collecting a few pieces of fabric swatches. Love the colors and designs but not quite sure how to use them. This sounds like the book for me. Love your blog, always so inspiring.
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love that you are getting into the sewing. You'll have to try your hand at some clothing sometime! Would love to send you an amy tangerine tee... let me know if you're interested.
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Love that fabric! Adds some nice texture. Cool!
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Love that layout, I too have started collecting fabric, it's so delish and versitile!!
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Such great ideas for all of the fabric scraps I have laying around - you truly are an inspiration!
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