Dave Ramsey Wallet

Have you taken the Dave Ramsey Financial Peace class?  We have, and we are living mostly debt free.  The only thing we have left is to pay off that dreaded mortgage.  That class was the best thing for our marriage and our children's future.  We are still teaching them about all things F.P.U.  That will take us some more time. 

Did you get a F.P.U. wallet?  We did.  I tried to use it for a while, but I did not like the envelopes.  While I was at the store, the flaps on the envelopes became very annoying.  So, I found my own wallet that had some dividers and added some small dividers.  This has been very helpful.  However, my wallet is starting to tear up, and I need a new one.  The only problem is, I can't find one that will work.  Also, we are getting out kids involved in the process and they are needed a way to keep their categories separate.

I have looked on Etsy and other places in order to figure out how to make a wallet.  Most of the ones I have seen are fabric versions of the envelopes or several zipper wallets together in one big one.  These would work, but I think I can do better.  So, today I am going to try to work on my version of the Dave Ramsey wallet. The main things are it needs to be practical and fashionable for my daughter(yes, she is at that age).  I am pretty sure that I can get it figured out, but my concern is the zippers.  Zippers are not always user friendly when comes to sewing.  So, wish me luck.  With any luck, by the end of the weekend, I will have a finished product that the girl will enjoy.

For those of you in the midst of the F.P.U. journey, I send you my Debt Free motivation.  Get there and you will never go back.  It is wonderful on this side of the mountain.  Come on over, we have no stress, no debt, and a lot of FREEDOM!

Playing Around

OK, I finally was able to have some fun today.  I have spent the last few days trying to make a knit dress for my daughter.  It was not successful.  Knit is a horrible fabric to use, when sewing clothing.  The most difficult part is cutting and matching up seams.  Needless to say, the dress does not look the way I wished.  It will work for my daughter to wear for awhile.  The lesson I learned...Don't let her pick out the material.  She has not idea what to use when making clothing. 

After all of that, I decided to play with my embroidery machine for a while.  Also, I saw that a friend of mine was making Infinity Scarves.  So, I tried one, and it was so fun and easy.  I was thinking that it would be fun to make scarves for the people that I know at David Lipscomb who are in Social Clubs, but I don't know all their colors.  So, basically, I just played with some ideas.  I am attaching pictures of my fun at the bottom.  Also, check out the link at the bottom to my friends shop.  She makes some very cute items.

Lovely Leaf Crafts and Designs

Monogram Font

Monogram on Green

Infinity Scarf

Close up of embroidery

School Bus Appliqué

Super Bowl

The Super Bowl is this Sunday.  Did you know that?  I am ashamed to say that it was not on my radar.  So that gets me to thinking...What team are you going to be cheering for?  Honestly, I do not even know who is playing.  However, if your particular team wins, or if you just want to show your support, Sewing Sweet has items for you. 

Tote Bag - This tote bag is made in USC material for those University of South Carolina fans.  However, it can be recreated in material that gives support to your team.  Also, it can be monogrammed with your initials.  The dimensions for the bag pictures is pretty big.  If you are a teacher, or have a lot to carry, this is the bag for you.  If you would like a different size bag, that can be arranged.  Just send me a message or email me and we can get you a bag that you will love.

T-Shirts - This t-shirt is also made with USC  material.  I have appliquéd first, middle, and last initial on the shirt.  This can be done for you.  Once again, let me know your team colors and what initials you would like.  Your t-shirt will be on its way soon.  I can also embroider your name on the shirt. 

So, no matter if you are a Baltimore or a San Francisco fan, I can create a shirt for you.  You don't want a shirt.  OK.  Maybe a tote bag is what you would like.  If that is the case, you have come to the right place.  You will be sporting your team colors in no time. 

Do you have a little boy?

Boys outfits are always so cute.  When my son was little, there was a small number of outfits from which to choose.  Also, you have a limited amount of time that a little guy can wear smocked clothing.  Do you find this to be true? 

Therefore, let Sewing Sweet know what your needs are for little boy outfits.  Do you like rompers?  Do you like 2 piece outfits?  Are monogrammed t-shirts your thing?  What would help you dress your little guy? 

Sewing Sweet currently has a few different listing for boys outfits.  They are listed below.  Check them out or make a suggestion here as to what you would like to see.

Go Team Shirt
Smocked Inserts
0-3 month old 2 piece outfit
Smocked Blue Romper

Just a normal day at the office...

Well, actually a normal day  in the sewing room.  Today was not the best sewing day.  There is a piece of material that has tried my patience to the bitter end.  Have you ever had a day like that?  5 times I tried to pleat this material.  Is there something wrong with the pleater, you ask? NO. Is there something wrong with the material? NO.  Yes, it was me.  You know the saying, "Practice makes perfect", well that only applies if you actually practice.  That is something that I have not been doing with my pleater.  When you do not practice, two things happen, #1 you can't remember what you are doing, and #2 your pleater will start a revolt.  Finally, after many tries with this particular material, I threw it out and started over.  Yes, I had the same problem.  AHHH!!!  I even broke one of the new needles my husband gave me for Christmas.  Finally, after getting way more frustrated than anyone should with a pleater (I mean it wasn't his fault.  He was just feeling rejected and lonely.), the material is pleated to my satisfaction. So, tomorrow, I will begin smocking some flip flops on this white thing.  With any luck, I will have a cute smocked insert for someone.

That reminds me.  My shop has smocked inserts for anyone who is interested.  If you have a jumper or dress that just needs a smocked insert follow the link to my inserts.
You can choose one of the ones pictured.  If you don't see one you like, we can discuss the possibility of ordering a plate.  So, stop by Sewing Sweet Tracy.

Smocked Inserts

Opening today!

Ok, so today's blog will eventually get to sewing, but the big news is that we had a Krispy Kreme open up right up the street.  Until now, the closest Krispy Kreme has been about 15 to 20 minutes away.  This is big news.  So, we had a family trip after dinner to the new store.  We decided to only get 2 donuts each.  Of course, we all chose the ones with the most sugar.  So, the whole family is currently on a sugar high.  LOL!!!  I know that I will regret the food choice later, but the time spent with my family was great.  It was so cool to see my kids fascinated by the donut making machinery.  Believe it or not, they have not seen that before.  Now, we will probably not go back for a while, because eating healthy and Krispy Kreme don't exactly go together. 

Now, to discuss sewing.  What do you think about a Krispy Kreme themed outfit.  I can see a red and white polka dot bishop with donuts smocked around the neckline.  It would also need some rick rack a long the hemline.  That will have to wait.

The next project in the list is a dress for a Middle School girl.  She happens to belong to me.  The dress will be black at the top and gray at the bottom.  It will most likely be knee length or a little longer.  Well, be looking at pictures coming soon. 

Here are a few more items that you may like to check out on my Etsy.com shop.

Smocked Flower Pant Set
Lemon Lollipop Short Set
Smocked Blue Romper

Do You Know What is Coming???

Valentine's Day Dress

Did you know that Valentine's Day is just around the corner?  Also, you have Spring coming soon too.  That means Easter Dress for your little one.  Sewing Sweet is here to help you with all of your Valentine's Day/Spring needs. We have quite a few dresses that you will want, because you want your sweet one to look special in those pictures that you know you are going to take.  Here are a few items from which you may choose.

Sundress

Purple Smocked Dress

Alabama Shirt

All of these and more are available on my Etsy shop.  Listed below are some other items you may be interested in.  Are you a sports fan?  Do you like Alabama? or Are you and Auburn fan?  We are now making t-shirt for you little sports fan.  Check it out

USC Shirt

Your daughter will look great in any of these dresses or shirts.  Sewing Sweet has ideas and items waiting to be created just for you.  Contact me by email, at my Etsy shop, through Facebook, or just leave a comment here.  You item will be created just for you and will be on its way to you soon.



Email: Tracy Passmore
Etsy shop: Sewing Sweet Tracy
Facebook Page: Sewing Sweet

I look forward to hearing from you.