sewing class

I just wanted to say "thank you"  to all of the ladies that came over to Beverly's Fabric for my latest book signing!  I loved getting to chat with you all and learn about what projects you are involved in.  There are a lot of crafty sewers out there!



If you didn't get a chance to stop by, Beverly's is now doing an online book giveaway.  Check it out now for your chance to win your own signed book!

Now here is something for the rest of you.  I hope you are ready for some sewing fun!

On Saturday, August 1, I will be showing you how to make the scrappy coaster's that I made for the new book Craft Challenge: Dozen's of Ways to Repurpose a Pillowcase.  It's a fun way to use up some of your extra fabric scraps or choose some fun new designer fabric!

The class is being held at Beverly's Fabric in Rocklin for $15.00 and limited to the first 8 students.  So sign up fast.  Just email me  to sign up, and I will send you the supply list.  You will also need to bring your sewing machine.

Saturday, August 1

10 am - 12 pm

Beverly's Fabric

2630 Sierra Meadow

Rocklin

632-0280

book signing and then a sewing class

My next book signing is coming up this weekend!  The book, Craft Challenge: Dozens of Ways to Repurpose a Pillowcase, has two of my sewing creations featured.  Remember seeing my coasters here before?

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Well, my local Beverly Fabrics invited me to do a book signing and then I will be teaching a class on how to make the coasters.  So, first come by and see me.

Saturday, July 18, 11 am - 1 pm

Beverly Fabrics 2630 Sierra Meadows, Rocklin, CA

Then on Saturday, August 1st, you can come to the class.  It will also be at Beverly Fabrics, from 10 am - 12 pm.  The cost of the class will be $15. and you will need to bring your own sewing machine.  If you are interested in signing up just email me: trottgirl@sbcglobal.net.

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I hope to see you there and to make some new sewing friends!  I'll share some more coaster pic's with you as I get them made.

busy girl

This Sunday, May 3rd, I will be with the Glitter and Grunge girls in Pleasanton for Art, Paperie & Pleasantries at the Alameda Fairgrounds.



This is a weekend event with handcrafted art, crafts, vintage and new art supplies and various anitquities and ephemera.  Plus make and takes.  All this with 200 artists and craftspeople!  Admission is $3. with a dollar off coupon on the website.

Since Indie Sacramento is on the 2nd, I will be in Pleasanton on the 3rd for a book signing!  The event runs both days from 11-5 p.m.  For more up-to-date info visit Chelise, the event coordinator.

my first

My first book signing (yes there will be more) was a great day.  Thanks for coming to see me!  Here are some sweet pics I took of my day.

my pillowcase collection

cupcake treats, and I just fell in love with these tea cups and saucers

coasters, special box, and little match box all made with pillowcases

chattin' away, it's actually funny seeing a picture of myself not smiling.

I had a great day, so thanks for coming to the beautiful New Castle, Tin Thimble.  I'll be doing another book signing at Indie Sac on May 2nd.  See you there!

i'm ready!

I have all of my pillowcase fabrics cut up, wrapped, and ready for sale at my book signing.  These are little kits so you can make your own coasters.  All you will need is a little interfacing cut up in 5 inch squares.



My gracious hostesses of The Tin Thimble will have coffee, tea, and cupcake treats to delight you with in their cute little fabric store.   Part of the fun in coming to their shop is the beautiful drive to New Castle.  Come and see me tomorrow for a memorable day out.  See you!

The Tin Thimble

595 Taylor Road, New Castle

Saturday, April 11th

11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Craft Challenge: Dozens of Ways to Repurpose a Pillowcase

Book Signing

book signing

You are invited to a book signing!

Please join me on this fun day!  Meet the Tin Thimble girls, Sharon, Emma, and Hannah.  We will have the pillowcase books for you to purchase, snacks, DIY coaster kit,  demos, and a surprise giveaway that you will have a chance to win!

See you there!

Saturday, April 11

11 am - 1 pm

The Tin Thimble

595 Taylor Road

New Castle, CA

916-663-2134