another project done

I know this is by no means as crafty or creative as most of the other projects linked up to






but it is one that has been on my to - do list for quite some time! I also busted some of my stash in the process.

As I mentioned in previous posts , I am in the process of arranging a tiny crafting corner for myself, in the corner of my bedroom. As part of this I was in need of somewhere to store magazines, print outs of tutorials, books, patterns etc.

But I didn't want to buy something to use, I am a real cheapo  a little thrifty and so kept a look out for something I could use for free! That something arrived with my Autumn / winter Next catalogue. The box was in 2 halves with a little perforated edge.

I asked Beebs to keep hers when it arrived so I would have 2. I have been using these as they are, since early summer. I am such a procrastinator!!

I used stashbusting September as my kick up the butt to finally cover them in scrapbook paper. I didnt have anything that would match my bedroom, but I used my favourite papers and I think they look cute. I have since decided to make my corner as colourful as possible!

They were pretty self explanatory to make, I drew around the edge of the box and cut the paper to fit. I hot glued the boxes together and then hot glued the paper on.

I, of course, had my usual crafting company lol.

Done!

 I am super happy, but a little annoyed with myself. It didn't even take 15 mins and I have been putting it off for months!

And we're off...

For the month of September I have committed to taking part in




 This means that I can buy no crafty stuff but instead I use all of the stash I have lying around. I am terrible for starting projects and not finishing them, buying stuff and then never actually using it, so this is perfect for me.

Here is my mess stash and my "crafting area" which is a cluttered mess at the moment, but once I get the worktop built and some shelves up it will be much better.

It is Sept 9th and this is my first post. So typical! But in my defence I have had zero crafting time.

BUT on Tuesday afternoon I found myself home alone for a whole 3.5 hours! wow! So I set to work on my first stashbusting project.

I had my companion with me of course!

it's a hard life being Meatball

 ***yawn***

Now, all of my family and friends know to give me first offer of any clothing they are getting rid of. I am quite partial to stuffing it in my crafting area and never using it  cutting it up and making something new!

This top was given to me by my sister in law, Beebs. She was getting rid of it as she has lost so much weight it no longer fits (go Beebs!) I knew she loved it so I decided to  make it into a bag for her to take on holiday when she goes at the end of the month.

I simply cut the straps at the top seam and lined lined it with black fabric.

I loved this detail on the front so I just left the top part as it was and and made some matching handles to join on to what used to be the straps.

I turned my back for one second!

 I cut a little of the length off so I had some of thepatterned fabric to use to make a fabric flower, I hot glued some pearls into the centre

 and voila!

A beach bag.

Of course part way through this process everyone returned home! They all piled into the bedroom and we watched Christmas Vacation and chatted as I worked. Did you know it was so much easier to sew when the curtains are closed and a four year old is in the bed you were using as a workspace??

But I wouldnt have it any other way.

Stashbustin'

I am always ALWAYS starting/planning crafty projects but never finishing them. I came across a great idea on another blog (Atelier Caroline)

It is time for a little Stashbustin' in Septmenber!







I will not be allowed to buy any fabric or crafty accessories. I must use only things I have on hand and finally, FINALLY finish off all of those projects that I have started, or have just bought fabric for!

I am super excited, I like a challenge! Although it is a little daunting! Because I am so bad at not finishing anything, the number of projects on my to - do list have already run into the teens! !

Am I allowed to buy time during September??

This will also leave me guilt free and with an empty cupboard to concentrate on all of my fun Christmas crafting ! And seeing as I wont have much stash left, maybe a little shopping wll be in order......................

Bring it on!