Monday, December 29, 2014

New Year 2015

Coming in 2015

December 2014
Sheree McKee
sewfabsew.blogspot.com

Listed below are a few subjects I plan to blog about in the new year, regarding fabric postcards (FPC).  I'm not quite sure about the order yet, but each topic will be full of helpful insight.
Photo box storage

Thanks for visiting my blog during its' first year of creation!  I still have a lot to learn about the art of blogging.  I do promise to improve and add more tutorials.  Regardless, I enjoy sharing with you... the art of creating fabric postcards!

Sheree McKee
sewfabsew.blogspot.com 


  • Why you should join a swap
  • Storing and Displaying FPC
  • Gelli plate printing on fabric  done
  • Postal Tips
  • Bobbin threadwork
  • Shake Shake Shaker cards
  • Scrap Happy  done
  • Envelopes to Envy
  • Sew Organized
  • FPC from my Friends  done
  • Tools to Tryout   done
  • Prepping to sew fabric postcards






Thursday, December 25, 2014

Stitched Christmas Postcards


December 2014
Sheree McKee
sewfabsew.blogspot.com

I found this wire tree at the Salvation Army last year.
What a wonderful way to display my
fiber postcard collection on the wall.
New for 2014 was a holiday pin 2"x3" swap


For a 2013 Snow Globe theme exchange

Stacked Patches make Christmas tree with corded edges


Machine embroidered bulbs inside fabric frame

Holly and Berries




Gingerbread boy 2014


Netting overlay on holiday flamingos 2011

Trinket trees


A closeup view of trinket trees.
(note: embellishments require hand stamping and extra postage rates!)











Sunday, December 21, 2014

Fabric Postcard Tutorials and Lessons



Enjoy these Tutorials and Lessons online for 
creating Fabric Postcards

Sheree McKee
sewfabsew.blogspot.com

It's always fun to look at fabric postcard photos to get ideas for your next project. But how about some more in-depth lessons and tutorials?  

We can always learn from others with more experience.....



Annie's Musings

NeedledMom

Fabric Selvedge Postcard Tutorial by Anya

Carolyn's Quilts Tutorial

Lavendar Quilts - paper pieced postcard

Calidore postcard tutorial

Infectious Stitches

Color my World - Valentines

MaryQuilts.com - pdf

The Crafty Gemini with video

Quilty with video

Sue W Sews

Quilted Delights - Leah

Divine Caroline

Feathered Nest Studio - felt envelope and postcard

The Sewing Loft - Mod Podge postcards from fabric

Twelve Crafts till Christmas - no sew

Jo in New Zealand

Stitch by Stitch

Marelize

Red Shoe Ramblings

Kathy Briggs

Susan Dague Quilts

Lesley Langdon Creative - Stamped Postcard Video

Quilter in the Gap

Jans Little Bit Extra


No Sew Versions by 12 Crafts till Christmas

Printable Crafts Postcard

Friday, October 24, 2014

Fall Postcards in fabric

AUTUMN INSPIRED
by Sheree McKee
2014 sewfabsew.blogspot.com

I love to sew for fall because the colors are some of my favorite.  The oranges, coppers, golds, shades of green, and shades of burgundy always inspire me.

Today I’ll share some of my past fabric postcards made for Autumn swaps in recent years.

2014 Forest Friends





















2014 Puffy Pumpkin



2013 Felted Turkey



2014 Web of Threads


2013 Patchwork Pumpkins


2013 Orangework


2013 Doors


2012 Boo

2012 Ribbon Turkey




2012 Starry Night

2012 Ferns and Leaves


2011 Cat on Denim



2011 Spider Eyes Pumpkin





May your autumn season be inspired!
ShereeSews in Michigan
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Saturday, October 18, 2014

Puffy Pumpkin Postcard

PUFFY PUMPKINS
October 2014
Sheree McKee
sewfabsew.blogspot.com






These fall-themed fabric postcards (FPC) feature fluffy little pumpkins surrounded 
by a ruffle of netting.  You can use any seasonal fabric motif that is 
approximately 2”x2” in size.

Supplies:  motif fabric, solid liner fabric, pinch of polyester batting, 3”x14” netting 
or tulle, monofilament thread, theme button or embellishment, 
interior stabilizer or stiffener

  1.   Prepare both sides of a 4”x6” postcard front that is 
fused to a stabilizer support.  
I have selected two prints, divided into 1/3 and 2/3 proportions for front.  
Also fuse your back liner in place at this time.



2.    Select any motif fabric where the designs are at least 2” in size and can be 
successfully trimmed around.  Also select a solid color coordinating lining that can be 
used to back the motif and on the address side of FPC.



3.    Place a square of lining on top of your motif and pin in place.  Right sides should be together.  Make sure lining is larger than the design.  Trim both layers.  
Flip over and stitch around the entire motif using 1.5 stitch length.  
Overlap your stitches at start and end.  Do not leave any opening. 



4.    Trim with pinking shears very close to perimeter.  
The pinking wedges allow a smooth edge when turning and 
prevent puckering if trimmed closely.



5.    Separate the two fabric layers slightly.  Carefully cut a 1 ½” slit into 
the lining layer only.  This will create a pocket area for turning and stuffing.  
Turn, smooth all curves, and press your motif.



6.    Stuff lightly with soft poly batting.  Do not overfill the stuffed motif.  
No need to stitch the slit closed, as it will be hidden. 


7.    Fold 3”x14” netting lengthwise in half.  Run a basting stitch along fold area.  
Gently gather and tie off in a circular shape ruffle. 




8.    Choose a placement for the ruffle and pin or gluestick into position.  

Keep away from edges of postcard.  The ruffle can completely circle your 
motif or partially surround it.  You decide!




9.  Cover ruffle with your puffy fluffy motif pillow!  Pin in place.


10. Thread machine and bobbin with monofilament thread.  
Select a utility stitch to sew around motif and occasionally zigzag or catch the pillow.  
Your stitches should be small and close.  See back above.



11. Finish FPC edges with your favorite decorative stitch.  
Embellish as desired with a spider button or decorative accent. 



Have a Happy Halloween!
ShereeSews in Michigan
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