Sewing Business Blog

Summer Is Here!! Look Cool And FEEL Cool When Everyone Else Is Wilting!

by Leave a Comment


Notice: Undefined variable: p in /home/gmwp6a8u1q49/public_html/wp-content/plugins/efficient-related-posts/efficient-related-posts.php on line 317

TropiCooler Cooling Bandana wraps are great for various outdoor activities like gardening, hiking, walking, golfing, biking, fishing, mowing the grass, outdoor sporting events, BBQing, construction workers, and many more.  Also great for hot flashes and sore muscles.

How it Works:

Tropicooler Cooling Bandanas work through the principle of evaporative cooling to help you beat the heat!  Once soaked in cool water using the following instructions, the fabric surface draws the moisture from the “magic crystals” within the Tropicooler which evaporates, resulting in an effective body cooler.  Wearing a Tropicooler around the neck or head will bring great relief from the heat.

  1. Use your fingers to distribute the “magic crystals” somewhat evenly inside their pocket.
  2. Soak your Tropicoolers Bandana in cool or cold water for about 30 minutes, or until the crystals expand into a gel to fill the center part of the bandana.
  3. Tie around your head or neck!  Can be placed in the refrigerator for maximum cooling.
  4. Works all day through a natural evaporative cooling process.  Re-soak as needed, good for thousands of uses!  Complete instructions come with each Tropicooler Bandana tie.

Check out our GIFT STORE for the Tropicooler Bandana Ties and other great gift ideas!

 

Related Posts:

  • No Related Posts

What Are Your Children / Grandchildren Doing This Summer????

by Leave a Comment

Well, another school year is almost gone!  My grandchildren have 3 weeks left (after this week), and I’m thinking it’ll go by pretty fast.

Each year at this time, I start thinking about things the kids can do while they’re here at “Grandma’s Summer Camp”, as I refuse to let them spend the days on their “electronics”!

When the kids were younger (about 5-6) I started them out with assorted Sewing Cards.   We have “ready to use” sewing cards with five different themes – Cowboy, Outer Space, Sea Scene, Farm and Assorted Objects.  My grandchildren loved “sewing” the cards, and would want to invite friends over so they could “teach” their friends how to sew.  They spent hours sewing with the cards, which made it easier for me to get more of my sewing done.

Now we’re up to REAL sewing – on the sewing machine!  Last summer we spent a lot of time working through the “Learn How To Sew” book.  One of my grandsons really likes to do handsewing, and even decorated a hoodie jacket to wear to school last fall.  Both of my granddaughters have gone through most of the projects in the “Learn How To Sew” book.  One of the girls started sewing clothes (pullover tops) for herself, which she then wore to school.

Another granddaughter is very creative!  She decided to make a toy — she made her own pattern, then used the pattern to make a Narwhal Stuffed Toy.  She was so proud of herself in doing the whole thing – pattern to toy – all by herself with NO help!  I then helped her get the pattern onto paper so others could have fun making one as well.  Check out this pretty Narwhal Stuffed Toy and see if your children or grandchildren would like to make one.  We have the pattern and easy step by step instructions ready to print out and make!

Sewing and crafting projects are excellent for summer.  We also have “Sew Fun Children’s Guide To Sewing” – a booklet put out by the American Home Sewing And Craft Association with sewing information and projects for children to make.  Note:  This book, as well as some of our other sewing and serger books are still on sale, so come on over to SewWithSarah and check out all the goodies!

Related Posts:

Wearable Art

by Leave a Comment

Embellishing has become a national pastime for people of all ages!  From a simple applique to a dazzling design that thrills the eyes, you can certainly say that when it comes to embellishment – anything goes!  T-shirts and sweatshirts are the primary objects of embellishment although certainly not the only possibilities.  You can use the jewels, sequins, buttons and other trims on purses, shoes, belts, jeans and shorts, hair bands and bracelets, just for starters.

To get you started, try the razzle dazzle studded belt, or go for the trimmed sneakers.  Your friends will probably want you to make them a pair too!

STUDDED BELT

Make this lavishly studded belt in one evening, have a great deal of fun doing it and make a fashion statement in the morning.  Friends will rave about this ornamental belt and they won’t believe that you didn’t spend lots of money on it, much less that you made it yourself!

Start with a cloth or leather belt in the desired color (TIP: you may already have one in your closet that will work).  Adorn it with an assortment of gold and silvertone rivets, multi-shape Western motifs and colorful crystals.  There are many shapes, styles and colors to choose from on the market these days that won’t put a large dent in your pocketbook.  Remember to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for attaching your trinkets or try using a small hammer to push the rivets through and finish turning the points under on the other side.  Just follow your instincts on placement and you’re sure to have a gorgeous finished belt!

SNAPPY SNEAKERS

Use bright add-ons like these to give your sneakers pizzazz!  For kids age 5 to 95!  Buy precut vinyl shapes (hearts, lips, lightning bolts, circles, arrows, etc), small bows and beads at your local craft store.  Give all of these items to your kids and show them how to use glue to attach them to a plain pair of canvas sneakers.  Add beads to the shoe laces for a finishing touch.  Children will have loads of fun assembling them and they’ll have happy feet when they’re done!

Related Posts:

In Sewing…..Pressing Matters

by Leave a Comment

To achieve the professional look in sewing, it is absolutely essential to press as you sew.  In addition to the iron and ironing board, it is helpful to have pressing cloths and a tailor’s ham.

Fiber, texture and thickness of the fabric determines how the fabric is pressed.  Fiber content dictates the temperature of the iron, and texture dictates the method of handling the fabric.  The iron must be set at the right temperature for the fabric content.  Always try a test swatch before pressing your garment.

Press each piece and seam as the garment is constructed.  Use pressing strokes – an up and down lifting motion of the iron.  This avoids stretching or distorting sections of the garment.  Steam can shape the fabric and eliminate fullness.  To set creases and press permanent press fabrics, use a press cloth.

Pressing the seams during the sewing process makes it easier to sew the seams that will “cross” any of the seams already sewn.  Gently open the seams and press flat.  You will save time if you sew several seams, then press them all at once, before moving on to the next step.

Always press on the wrong side to guard against shine.  Remember not to over-press.  This results when too hot an iron is used, leaving the iron in one place too long, too much moisture or using an inadequate press cloth.

Remove pins and basting stitches before pressing.  Pins mar the fabric and soleplate of the iron; basting stitches may leave an imprint.

When pressing the details of a garment, press the entire piece and not just the area around the dart, or particular detail you are working on.  When the entire garment is finished, give it another pressing to get out any wrinkles that may have formed while you were sewing.

**As a side note, did you know that if you press or iron when you’re angry, it will cause you to have a “heavy” hand and perhaps cause damage to some garments you’re ironing?  Sooo, put a smile on your face and let’s get to work!

For additional sewing tips and tutorials, visit our SewWithSarah website.

Related Posts: