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Fabric jewelry

Published: 03-26-2012 04:43pm
I have expanded my fabric jewelry to include choker necklaces.  At this point I have 2 made with plans for many more in a variety of colors and designs.I recently ordered some new fabrics to make my fabric jewelry.  The fabrics I got are bright colorful batik cotton fabrics.  Here is a sneak peek at some new bracelets I have been working on. So watch for more of my boho style bracelets and necklaces to come.  UPDATE: New boho fabric jewelryABOVE - Two sets of 3 fabric bangle braceletsABOVE - set of 6 ~~~~ BELOW -set of 4Enjoy your day.... » Read More

March Giveaway

Published: 03-09-2012 04:17pm
I am starting a new giveaway tomorrow March 10, 2012, I will be giving the winner choice of any pair of earrings in my shop.  The contest will last 2 weeks, the last day to enter will be March 23, 2012.  All you have to do is go to this link Enter Giveaway here or go to my facebook page and enter from the giveaway link.  On March 24, 2012 I will be announcing the winner of this giveaway.  I will be making and adding at least 1 pair of new earrings to my shop everyday of the contest, to give the winner a bigger choice.  Also if you share it on facebook and the winner is referred by you, you will also win your choice of any earrings in my shop.... » Read More

Pin Cushions

Published: 01-28-2012 09:46am
Posted In: handmade treasures
I have started off this year with a new item in my shop, pin cushions.  I have made these dress form pincushions with colorful cotton fabrics and I stuffed them with a combination of poly fill and cotton fabric strips.  The stuffing gives a nice easy place to stick pins and needles, but these are so big that if I stuffed them entirely with poly fill they are too light weight and fall over when your placing a pin in it.  The bottom half is stuffed with fabric strips to give it weight and you can stick your pins and needles on the bottom half its just not as smooth to push them in.  Each pin cushion is approximately 8-1/2 inches tall  and 4 inc... » Read More

Gift Guide ~ Favorite Artfire Shops

Published: 11-25-2011 11:42am
Posted In: Gift guides for Kathisewnsew's boutique
I thought I would share some of my favorite Artfire shops I have found.  This guide is for unique, can't find it anywhere else type of gifts. Check out these wonderful Artfire shops.I love the boxes Sisterbutterfly makes.Great metal art items, I'm sure you'll find something you like. knobcreekmetalartsLooking for a living gift, how about a succulent from GreenHouseBotanicaLooking for a gift for the seamstress in your life, how about a pin cushion from dottyralWhat about a personalized gift, messages in the sand. leftbeachfotosAnd how about some hand blown glass, so many pretty things to see in KLGlass shop.I hope you found something you liked fro... » Read More

Gift Guide ~ One of a Kind Purses

Published: 11-21-2011 05:36pm
Posted In: Gift guides for Kathisewnsew's boutique
Looking for a one of a kind gift this year, maybe a purse, tote or accessory then Kathisewnsew's boutique is the place to go.  I have a variety of ready made bags that can be on their way to you tomorrow.  Looking for something unique, something no one else will have, then think handmade & one of a kind.  Here at Kathisewnsew's boutique that is what I do best, unique handmade treasures. Made to last with quality materials.  All orders are packed and prepared with care to send to you the following day that the USPS is open.  This bag is made with a beautiful cream colored ultra suede, it has a braided handle, and it has an abstract design on t... » Read More

Gift Guide ~ Stocking Stuffers "For Her"

Published: 11-20-2011 04:15pm
Posted In: Gift guides for Kathisewnsew's boutique
Looking for a small gift "for her" something to tuck into a Christmas stocking, here are a few ideas.Handmade cotton wallets*1 zipper pocket, 3 slip pockets*magnetic closureHere are some other color options for this walletSomething a little smaller.Handmade Coin purse*hand embroidered*3 outside slip pockets*main compartment has zipper closureHere are some other color options for this change purseLets check out my jewelry departmentHere are a few of my handmade necklaces you will find in my shopHow about something for her wristThese are made of fabric that I have twisted and sewn to form a bracelet and embellished with beads and/or embroidery, they... » Read More

Gift Guide ~ Vintage Childrens Books

Published: 11-18-2011 10:14am
Posted In: Gift guides for Kathisewnsew's boutique
I came into possession of boxes of books a couple years ago. I picked some out for myself, but I just don't have room for more, so I thought I would put them in my shop. I hope you see something that you like.This first one is 3 books from readers digest Best loved books for young readers.  This set (these books are sold individually)  is in wonderful condition.Volume 1 ~ 1) Treasure Island by Robert Louis, 2) David Copperfield by Charles Dickens, 3) The call of the Wild by Jack London, 4) Madame Curie by Eve Curie.Volume 2 ~ 1) The Scarlet Pimpernel by Baroness Orczy, 2) Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain, 3) The Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck, 4) Rob... » Read More

Gift Guide ~ Handmade Jewelry

Published: 11-17-2011 10:20am
Posted In: Gift guides for Kathisewnsew's boutique
Kathisewnsew's handmade jewelry.I added some new bracelets to my shop recently.mix & match blues:mix & match reds:Twisted fabric bangle braceletsome fall inspired earrings:A few of my favoritesWant to see more?  Check out Enjoy your day, Kathi... » Read More

Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Cyber Monday...

Published: 11-16-2011 10:11am
Posted In: Sales Events
... Sales.I am starting off the holiday season with a sale starting on Thanksgiving day and going until Nov. 28, 2011 (cyber monday). I will be offering free U.S. shipping on all orders during this time. *Thanksgiving day (11-24-11): 30% off everything in my shop. *Black Friday (11-25-11): 20% off everything. *Thanksgiving weekend (11-26-11 to 11-27-11): 10% off everything in my shop, plus you can get an extra 10% off if you Like & comment on my Kathisewnsew      facebook page. (I will send you a coupon code for the bonus 10% off through facebook). *Cyber Monday (11-28-11): 15% off everything in my shop,plus you can get an extra 10% off i... » Read More

Gift Guide ~ Handmade Christmas Holiday Ornaments

Published: 11-15-2011 10:44am
One of the things I like about the holiday season is family traditions.  One of our holiday events we do is we get together before Christmas and make Swedish sausage to have for our Christmas dinner.  When I was a child my Grandma & Grandpa had it at their house, all the cousins, aunts and uncles, grandparents, siblings would get together and make this wonderful treat to have for Christmas eve dinner.  Well, now my sister and I plan it and put it together, we all have so much fun.  Well, several years ago my sister and I added a new twist to this fun event, we have a ornament exchange (the idea actually came from my sister). Everyone that atte... » Read More

Gift Guide ~ Handmade Mousepads

Published: 11-14-2011 09:15am
Posted In: Gift guides for Kathisewnsew's boutique
Handmade mousepads make a great gift for your mouse.I started making my own mousepads several years ago.  I wanted one that matched my personality and looked nice on my desk. I make my mousepads with cotton fabric, interfacing and a non slip back.  They are nice and slim and they don't move while you use it, and if you want it in a different position just lift and reposition.  These make great gifts for people that you just don't know what to get for them. Most people have a computer, so who doesn't need a new mousepad periodically.  How about gifts for the people in your office.  I even make custom mousepads, want it bigger, smaller, a speci... » Read More

Crochet coasters / small scrubbies

Published: 11-12-2011 10:24am
Posted In: handmade treasures
These small round crochet circles are made with 100% cotton yarn.  They are great to use as coasters for your drink, the coaster will absorb the moisture not your table.  Use them as a scrubbie for washing your face.Great for make-up removers.Small wash cloth to wipe little faces.A little doily to set things on.They can be machine washed and dried.They make wonderful handmade stocking stuffers.Have a great day.   ... » Read More

Look at the U.S.A. 1955

Published: 11-11-2011 11:30am
Posted In: vintage books
Take a look back in time with Look at the U.S.A. this book will give you a look at how the United States of America looked back in 1955.  This book is from the editors of Look magazine.  It is loaded with black and white photographs from 1955 all across America. on the inside flapLook at the U.S.A. By the editors of LookHere is a book for Americans who want to know more about their country.  The hundreds of stunning photographs have been selected from thousands by the editors of look to make a composite picture of the wealth and the dramatic variety of the United States of America.  From the rocky coasts and intimate harbors of New England acr... » Read More

Tarzan by Edgar Rice Burroughs

Published: 11-10-2011 05:59pm
Posted In: vintage books
As I start this post I retreive the book I want to tell you about, I think its a lovely vintage book, its a hardback book covered with a red cloth (whick is faded & a bit frayed on the edges) and its embossed in black lettering.  The spine is faded more than the rest of the book.  Despite all that I love the look of this book. Lets start on the inside, as I open it I notice it has split partially from the spine.  On the first page it has the title TARZAN the Untamed. This book has 1 picture in the beginning, Illustrated by J. Allen St. John.  Isn't that a wonderful drawing to start your journey into this story. This book has 24 chapters... » Read More

The book of good manners

Published: 11-10-2011 04:25pm
Posted In: vintage books
I have this wonderful book for sale in my shop from 1923  the title is The book of good manners,  A guide to polite usage for all social function, written by Victor H. Diescherand I think there is much of it that you can implement in daily life.  I am going to share some parts of it here, we can all learn from the past and I hope you may find some parts of this vintage book to your liking.  It starts with this, ~ To The Reader ~ With the purpose of democratizing, as it were, the subject of etiquette and making its laws understandable and applicable to the daily life of the every-day man and woman by giving greater prominence to the basi... » Read More

I Love ArtFire

Published: 11-10-2011 04:23pm
Posted In: artfire
I just wanted to peak in and say how I love all the new features I get with my pro shop.  1)categories (having categories makes it feel so much more organized) 2) The numerous possibilites for how my studio looks (I'm sure it will change often, I like change) 3) Having a blog in my studio (so that maybe my customers will get to know me) 4) 10 pictures per listing (yes, I said 10, I love that. I just have to get used to taking LOTS of pics) 5) My ArtFire kiosk on my facebook page. 6) The toolbar in each item listing of mine (If I'm checking a listing and I see something I need to change or add pics I just click and I 'm there) 7) My f... » Read More
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