If buying a bag for a special Christmas outfit
is difficult then why not make your own bag using a Simplicity Pattern such
those shown below. Tweed, tartans, checks, stripes, metallic fabric,
faux suede and shearling can all be used to great effect. You may also
like these easy to make wraps and simple evening bags that use small amounts
of fabric.
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Simplicity sewing patterns courtesy of
Simplicity.com
Younger girls may enjoy these fun
animal bags and animal blanket rolls.
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Simplicity sewing patterns courtesy of
Simplicity.com
If you enjoy sewing you may like
these Simplicity craft patterns for dolls and clothes. You can use
Simplicity Patterns to make items for
your own home or for bazaars or as gifts for people and children who
appreciate your craft skills. Simplicity have patterns for 18 inch
dolls, baby dolls, as well as Ken & Barbie style figures.
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Simplicity sewing patterns courtesy of
Simplicity.com
Everyone loves a teddy bear and these bears have patterns to make clothes
including waistcoats and hats. If you are looking for festive toys, then the
snowmen are great fun.
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Simplicity sewing patterns courtesy of
Simplicity.com
Decorating the home in style is now big business and whilst you can buy
table runners, tree skirts and worked Xmas stockings there is an element of
fun in making your own.
All images of
Simplicity sewing patterns are courtesy of
Simplicity.com
All images of
Simplicity sewing patterns are courtesy of
Simplicity.com
You
can see some re-enactment costumes, nativity and fancy dress sewing patterns on
this
page.
So having pampered yourself and the
house, you may
want to move onto your pet! Now just look at these wonderful dog
coats! You could go to town designing a coat just for your pooch.
You can see lots more pet patterns for cats and more small dog coats at
simplicity.com
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Simplicity sewing patterns courtesy of
Simplicity.com
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