Trying out some new things.

I made this wallet the other day and tried out some new things. It didn't quite work out the way I wanted so I'm not going to sell it. Here's what it looks like though. I think it's pretty cool.

I protected the outside with fusible vinyl. I love the materials and colors and the little cowgirl snaps. The only problem is that I marked the spots for the snaps with disappearing ink and then ended up putting them in different spots and since I ironed on the plastic, the marks won't disappear! 

I also didn't line up the snaps quite straight (I think I can fix that though) and the inside blue trim isn't straight either. Ah well, learning experience I guess. 

Maybe I'll just keep it and use it myself. :D

(Update: I fixed it up and now it's SOLD!)

Where to get supplies.

I thought I'd pass along a few tips I've discovered in trying to find sewing supplies in bulk for a decent price.
The first place I started was Ebay. You can find just about anything and most of it is very affordable if ordered in bulk. A lot of places in Asia will ship for free too!! Awesomeness. :)

Here's a link to the sewing supplies section of Ebay:

http://crafts.shop.ebay.ca/Sewing-Fabric-/160737/i.html?_nkw=craft+supply&_catref=1&_fln=1&_trksid=p3286.c0.m282

Now that I'm on Etsy, I've discovered that you can get all kinds of supplies there too which is great b/c they're sold by crafters to crafters so you can get a lot of neat things for decent prices as well.

Here's a link for these as well:

http://www.etsy.com/search/supplies/commercial?search_submit=&q=&noautofacet=1

I've also found it useful to look on Kijiji sometimes. Occasionally people will be looking to clear out their craft rooms and will practically give things away for free.

I hope this has been helpful. I live in a small city and was having a really hard time finding what I needed. The added bonus to Etsy and Ebay is that they are delivered right to your door!! I love it.

My latest and best creation!

I named this one "Pleats Don't Go" (hee hee hee). It's my favorite of any purse I've ever made and I'm very proud of how it turned out. It's for sale in my Etsy Shop for $50. Hope you like it as much as I do! 

Happy May everyone! In celebration of Spring drawing very near, I'm reducing my prices on Esty. Fun! Check out the savings. :D
http://www.etsy.com/shop/steepedtee#

Enjoy all,

♥ Tracy