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Tie Bag Swaps Received

Posted on 14. Mar, 2008 by admin.

Oh, my mailman has been busy! Among the many goodies that came yesterday was a package from CPS swap hostess Rachel, containing tie bag purses from Diane and Cindy. Whoo-hoo!
I really love how everyone put their own spin on them. Diane constructed hers using the long skinny end on the back as a pen [...]

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Recycled Tie Bags- Purses for Swap!

Posted on 30. Jan, 2008 by Jenny.

A while ago I posted about the Tie Bag purse that uses recycled ties. Well, I got a-stitchin’ (and a-gluin’, and a-beadin’) and I’ve got 2 worked up for the swap. I’ve got another in progress, too…. so here’s what I’ve got so far:

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Sewing- Recycled Tie Bag/ Purses

Posted on 25. Jan, 2008 by Jenny.

Got some old neckties that are hideous? One or two with sentimental value? How about whipping up a quick little purse-lette with it?
This idea came from the Sulky Company (makes thread and machine embroidery accessories) but I’m doing mine by hand. And with a little help from my hot glue gun. The link came through [...]

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