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 have been itching to use fabric on a layout...and I think your post will push me over the edge and force me to do it. Love your layout. Thanks Ali.
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I would love to get my hands on Donna's new book and learn more about using fabric in my scrapbooking. Please pick me!!
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Ali, I love reading your blog! I am so inspired by everything you seem to have going on in your life. Seeing your projects gives me the extra push to spend more time in my craft room. The fabric is such a wonderful idea for all my sewing scraps! Thanks!
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I love fabric..this book would make a great addition!!!! Thanks for the chance to win it!!!
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Hi Ali,
Your fabric page is so pretty!
=) Diane
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Waving my little Canadian hand in the air!
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I'm making a linen-covered book right now. It's very fun. Would love to get a copy of Donna's new book. Count me in :)
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I like your fabric storage...
would love to have the book!
Thanks for offering fun prizes!
Deanna
=)
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wow, I don't think I've ever seen so many comments on a blog before!! I have been waiting for these books of Donna's, they look so great!! love your fabric page- so bright and colorful!
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Oh I love this book! I looked at it the other day but made the mistake of putting it down, and when I looked back, tragically it was gone. Fabric is fabulous!
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Those fabrics are awesome. Lately I've been very attracted to fabric, especially the ones that are vibrant and full of color. But I haven't tried scrapbooking with it. I hope I win so that I can get some inspiration on how to use fabric with my scrapbooking. :)
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I got my first piece of fabric in a scrapbook kit that I joined and I was thinking, "now what am I going to do with this?" Guess I need the book! :)
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I love to look at fabric, so many awesome colors and patterns. Just wish I could get my sewing mojo back! Need some inspiration for using fabrics in my projects, and this might just be the answer.
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I love your blog. It is always exciting to see the new things you working on. You inspire me to capture the essence of our lives right now.
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So cool. I'd love to check this out. Thanks for sharing!
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I love the idea of fabric. You can always add memories from old sewing baskets and family clothing.
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oh wow, that looks so much fun!
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oh wow, that looks so much fun!
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I love the idea of making special mini-albums or pages using fabric from that occasion - wedding, baby's first year, etc. As always, thank you for your work, your sharing and your outlook!
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Thanks for the chance to win Ali.
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