sewing accessories at home and on the go blog hop {giveaway}

When I taught myself to sew I was pretty sure I'd stick with straight lines and two pieces of fabric...I have big dreams don't I? Well, I am forcing myself to step outside the box and try new things because it's fun and a little scary - let's be honest. But really, what's scary about trying a new sewing method? Big deal if you mess up it's just fabric, and that is the mindset I am going with. I have sewn many peasant dresses a few sets of curtains, lots of tie shirts, a few small purses but I have never sewn anything this big before. But I'm so glad that I jumped in with both feet and tried something new. Now, I know I can do it and more importantly that my sewing machine can do it, so I will continue to try new things. I was always afraid to push my sewing machine and just assumed it couldn't handle it. Well after making this bag I know my machine can handle it. And it's not that it was difficult or a hard pattern to work with I was worried about the layers and the batting. I wasn't confident that my machine could actually stitch so many layers at once...but it CAN!! Yay!!!

I was so excited when Jamie asked me to be part of this blog hop. A little intimidated as well. But since she's family I thought I'd give it a go ;) But really I was just super excited to get to sew something different and when I looked through the book I kept saying "I want to make that...and that...and that". It's a great book full of very practical items for your sewing room. Super cute pin cushions, an iron bag, tv tray ironing cover, and lots of other goodies. My next project will be the embroidery bag because I usually have mine stored in a plastic bag...and for that little bag I will conquer my fear of zippers. This sew on the go tote is perfect for me because we have craft night at church once a month and now I won't have to make as many trips to get all my stuff in the door!!

What looks like an unassuming cute little bag...

 Is actually a pretty large tote that can hold my sewing machine, cutting mat, tools and more. Plenty of space in there.

Make sure to check out the rest of the blog hop.
July 1^st-Jamie and Jill

July 8^th- Steffani     -           Sew with sass

July 15^th-Janice       -         Better off thread

July 22^nd-Jamie       -       Pure Joy

July 29^th-Diane       -        From blank pages

August 5^th-Jamie and Jill  - Sunflower Quilts and Constantly Quilting

You can purchase a copy of Sewing Accessories on their website, Amazon, Barnes and Noble and Annie’s Publishing….or you have a chance to win it below!

 If you make something from the book, they would LOVE to see it, so make sure to add a photo their Flickr Group! 

One of my readers will win their very own copy of the book! All you have to do is leave a comment and tell me what your favorite thing to sew is...or if you don't sew what would you love to make. One entry per person. The winner will be picked on Sunday July 28th and announced here...make sure to leave an email address so I can contact you if you win!