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    Swedish leo's Avatar Swedish leo is online now Senior Member
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    Hi

    In a attempt to distract my self and maybee get some strenght and energy back. I thougt i should turn to the sewingmachine.
    I have this lovley fabric that i want to do something whit but i donīt seam to be able to focus.

    I thougt maybe a tote or a sewmachine cover. Any ideeas and suggestions are welcome.

    Annika
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    Good morning, dear one.
    I don't know if you like tea or not - I am assuming you do. Why not make a tea cozy and matching coasters/mug rug? Here are a few links:

    http://www.craftandfabriclinks.com/t...y_pattern.html

    http://www.freepatterns.com/content/...ontent_id=1051


    http://www.thesplitstitch.com/2011/0...know-that.html

    http://alexiaabegg.squarespace.com/f...s-mug-rug.html

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    That is so cute, tea fabric! Blondie's ideas sound perfect for your fabric. Enjoy, just let your creative mind take over. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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    I really like the second fabric and think that would make an awesome tote. The others are really nice too.
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    Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love the tea themed fab, and the second one has endless possibilities. Sewing can be a great distraction and soothing to your soul. Sending positive energy your way.
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    I was thinking along the same lines as blondie when I saw all your tea fabric very cute!
    Britt

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    Blondie's suggestions seem a perfect match for your fabric selections. Just being by your machine and in the midst of your fabric will be soothing - even if you don't sew a stitch!

    Lin

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    How about aprons using the 2nd fabric as ties and trim? Or a table runner? The tea cozy and mug rugs sound nice too. Quick, easy and enough to keep your mind occupied.
    Jo

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    1st thing that came to mind was tea cozies?
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    I also think this would make a stunning tote. The fabric in your second picture is beautiful!
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