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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015 ( edited Oct 18'15 13:10 )
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who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks?

My very first ith bag with zip thanks to Sue. Thank you Sue for giving me to courage to try something new. . t least I did it and it works and looks pretty good for a first time. Used upholstery fabric with cotton lining and a red zipper. I think the upholstery was a little to heavy and stiff so will use something more like denium next time. At least I did it/Lillian

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Comments (35)
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by designgirl 06 Oct 2015
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Great work, Lillian. Nice fabric.
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Thank you/Lilian
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by graceandham 06 Oct 2015
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The first bag is scary. After that, it's addictive! I really like your fabric - wool? How's home care going? And are you doing better, with help?
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Yes help with his baths has really helped me. the therapy has helped also LOL me as much as him, he will not do his exercises unless I do them with him so we exercise every morning after breakfast, most are with him in his WC but a few are done with him standing and holding to the kitchen sink, trying to work on his balance. The PT has ended so it's up to me to keep it going. I think exercise of any kind is good for everyone. thank you for caring and asking/Lillian
by pldc 06 Oct 2015
I have started yoga Lillian I only do what I can & skip the rest that I can't do & the teacher is ok with that. The reason I mention this is because it has helped me with my balance quite a bit. I am no where near great but a little bit goes a long way. Once he is feeling stronger perhaps he can do some in his wc too
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by hightechgrammy 06 Oct 2015
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It looks great! You should try her glasses cases! They are fun and easy to do too!
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
I probably will but I know very few people who use cases, most have contacts or use the hard cases.
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by crafter2243 06 Oct 2015
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You are putting me to shame, because I still have not tried it.Forget to purchase plastik zippers once out. Yours look perfect.
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Grand daughter, is always going to yard sales and gets me zippers, bias tape, lace and fabric when she sees it. I come out pretty good with what she brings,
by pldc 06 Oct 2015
what a great granddaughter you have!
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by katydid 06 Oct 2015
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great job!! I have done lots of tissue holders in the hoop, buy only one little bag with a zipper. You give me courage to try also. The kids would love this with their monogram on it. I could use up some of those old zippers, also. Kay
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
I've done a lot of the tissue holders also Kay but none with zips. this was a little more work but I think now I will do some more/Lillian
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by noah 06 Oct 2015
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Way to go my friend ****Love it to****this is next on my to do list ***tomorrow i will begone for the day but soon i want to try this pattern ***
hugs carolyn
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Took me a while to get up the courage LOL.. Be careful out and about tomorrow/Lillian
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by pldc 06 Oct 2015
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well done Lillian! The more of these that get done the more I learn from too ~hugs~
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Thank you dear. It takes me a while to get to something but I just had to try this. I would love to have a little larger design but maybe I'll be able to get one one of these days in the meantime I'll do some more this size/Lillian
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by highlandermom 06 Oct 2015
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Love it. Your an inspiration.
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Thank you much
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by sandralane 06 Oct 2015
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This is fabulous Lillian, you have done a great job. I quite like this material it looks super. Sandra.
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Thank you Sandra, It was a left over scrap of upholstery fabric but pretty stiff for something this small/Lillian
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by RockyB 06 Oct 2015
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Great job! I think it's getting past the first one and then you probable feel more confident! I downloaded the pattern and plan to give it a try when I get a chance too!
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
You will be glad you did. Thanks /Lillian
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by laffma1 06 Oct 2015
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Looks terrific, and will be perfect for winter, if you in a cold weather area.
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Oh yes,it is Fall now but winter is coming. Thank you /Lillian
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by dragonflyer 06 Oct 2015
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Well nicely done! Now that you have one under your belt...the rest will be easy peasy!!
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
I at least will no longer be apprehensive. Thank you /Lillian
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by tlp22 06 Oct 2015
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Very nice.
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Thanks much! /Lillian
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by embquilt 06 Oct 2015
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Great Job! Love your fabric choice!
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Thank you/Lillian
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by airyfairy 06 Oct 2015
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You have done a wonderful job Lillian.
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Thanks Sarah very much/Lillian
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by kezza2sew 06 Oct 2015
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Lillian I can just imagine how you must feel...it's like we sew so much other things and something as simple as this we get so afraid. well at least I do anyway. I too have yet to try it...good on you. hugs Kerry

it looks nice
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Thank you Kerry! /Lillian
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by tfk 06 Oct 2015
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You have done a great job Lillian :)
These ITH stuff is fun to do and simple if we just follow the instructions carefully!
As it is said when there is a will there will be a way!
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Lol I have preached that very adage to my daughters all their lives because I truly believe it. "If you really want to do it, you'll find a way" Thank you/Lillian
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by pennifold 06 Oct 2015
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Well done Miss Lillian, you've done an awesome job. It's always nice to learn new things isn't it? Love Chris
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Yes it is Chris and thank you /Lillian
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by marianamin2003 06 Oct 2015
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It looks great. I love your fabric choice. Cuties always give me the courage to try something new.
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Its always been wonderful to know there "cuties" who have my back. Thank you/Lillian
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by spendlove 06 Oct 2015
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Well done!
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
THANK YOU! For making it possible Lillian
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by basketkase 06 Oct 2015
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Terrific...you are all giving me the confidence I need.......when I am rested I may surprise you all!!
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Ooooh! Can't wait to see what you have up your sleeve. Thanks/Lillian
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by mops 06 Oct 2015
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Well done. I bet this will not be the last one you make!
Not being a canine I strongly believe one is never too old to learn something new and enjoy it.
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
I agree whole heartedly Martine. Thank you /Lillian
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by sonjapotgieter 06 Oct 2015
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Great work..Very pretty
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by bevintex 06 Oct 2015
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It looks great, these little bags are also very handy for small items around the house, you can add initials or designs or just experiment with fabrics. I'm happy you tried it.
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by lbrow 06 Oct 2015
Thanks/Lillian
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by elemausi 06 Oct 2015
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You have done a great job, it will not be the last ITH bag.
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by lbrow 07 Oct 2015
You are right . I will do more/Lillian
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by phi4 06 Oct 2015
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your bag looks very pretty. It gives me encouragement to do one.I have yet to do one.
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by lbrow 07 Oct 2015
Well we never know till we try do we. Go for it . Thanks/Lillian
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by manami 06 Oct 2015
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Well done Lillian! I'm glad you tried! Hugs,Yoriko
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by lbrow 07 Oct 2015
Thank you Yoriko. I'm glad I tried also.
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by babash 06 Oct 2015
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Nice bag. You sure did chose a hard fabric to work with. You have done a great job.
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by lbrow 07 Oct 2015
Thanks bunches/Lillian
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by shirley124 06 Oct 2015
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Well done. Hugs
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by lbrow 07 Oct 2015
Thank you/Lillian
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by decojo 07 Oct 2015
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Beautifully done, Lillian! Joyce
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by lbrow 07 Oct 2015
Many thanks/Lillian
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by lidiad 07 Oct 2015
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Well done, Lillian! That's in my to-do list.
Hugs, Lidia
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by lbrow 07 Oct 2015
Thank you/Lillian
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by peafarm 07 Oct 2015
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Wow Lillian--this looks fabulous.
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by lbrow 07 Oct 2015
Thank you/Lillian
by lbrow 07 Oct 2015
Thanks much/Lillian
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by sewdeb 07 Oct 2015
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Congratulations! You did a fabulous job!
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by lbrow 07 Oct 2015
Thank you/Lillian
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by mhiemstra 07 Oct 2015
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Looks great
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by lbrow 08 Oct 2015
Thank you/Lillian
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by jrob 18 Oct 2015
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Now the student becomes the master. :)
It's lovely and I think your fabric was perfect for this. I'll bet there's a line of little girls queuing up to put in their order.