This is a handmade zippered pouch, made of quality designer fabric in the color of blue, with beautiful vintage pink cherries. Perfect for organising your things. Keep it, use it or gift it!!
Available at my etsy store..
Sunday, July 5, 2009
New sewing pattern - Reversible Pin Cushiion
This pdf sewing pattern is for making your own handmade reverisble pin cushion !
Comes complete with printable pdf sewing tutorial and sewing patterns!!
This step-by-step tutorial is simple and easy to follow for beginner sewers.
Sewing Pattern Includes:
~ Materials and tools listing
~ 6-steps detailed instructions
~ Printable ComputerAidedDesign (CAD) Sewing Pattern
~ 6 color photographs to guide you through each step
~ Size 3” x 3”
~ The right to sell your finished products
~ Delivery via email within 24hours upon payment
View more photos of finished projects at http://www.flickr.com/photos/djstoreroom/.
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Buy it now! Make it now!!
Keep it, Gift it or Sell it!!
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Copyright 2009 © djstoreroom
Sewing Pattern Includes:
~ Materials and tools listing
~ 6-steps detailed instructions
~ Printable ComputerAidedDesign (CAD) Sewing Pattern
~ 6 color photographs to guide you through each step
~ Size 3” x 3”
~ The right to sell your finished products
~ Delivery via email within 24hours upon payment
View more photos of finished projects at http://www.flickr.com/photos/djstoreroom/.
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Buy it now! Make it now!!
Keep it, Gift it or Sell it!!
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Copyright 2009 © djstoreroom
Handmade Cream with Red Vintage Cherries Large Zip Pouch Purse, by DjStoreRoom
This is a handmade zippered pouch, made of quality designer fabric in the color of cream, with beautiful vintage red cherries. Perfect for organising your things. Keep it, use it or gift it!! Check it at my etsy store..
If you would like to sew your very own zip pouch, check out the sewing pattern available in my shop.
Saturday, July 4, 2009
Have you heard of BurdaStyle??
Their site has grew and each member gets to share his/her creations, sewing patterns and mingle with the other sewers.. I really like the feel of the site. Everything is about SEWING!! Lovely eh?? I am currently playing around with the various features that they are offering. Did you know they let users upload How-Tos and share their knowledge via their very own Sewpedia? Its really cool..
The best part about this site is that they believe in what I always believe. All sewing patterns that you use should gives you the right to make modifications, or even sell your work! That is known as Open Source Sewing. Love it!!
Visit http://www.burdastyle.com now!!
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Introducing ItsAJewelryThing
Its july.. I am so so sorry for falling behind CrazyTrainPromos.. Here I am, trying to pick from where I left off.. Please allow me to introduce ItsAJewelryThing!!
She has lovely jewelry in her store and I have selected 2 items that caught my eyes to show you here... Please do visit ItsAJewelryThing at her studio today!!
How to Make Your Own Sewing Pattern Catalog and Organize Your Pattern Stash
Wednesday, July 1, 2009
Free Shipping Ended
Free Stock Photos for websites - FreeDigitalPhotos.net
Please kindly note that our promotion for
free international mail on all items has ended!!
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Sewing tutorial upgrade.
I have just sent out an email to my customers, who are holding on to the older version of sewing tutorials without the sewing patterns. This upgrade is only for paying customers who have the instructions for the zip pouch and the zip wristlet.
In the email, I have attached the sewing patterns for them FOC.. If I had left out yours, please do let me know via email. I need to know from where you bought your pattern, and what is your userid.
Also, I am currently starting a newsletter program.
To receive future notices on such pattern upgrades,
please do sign up for the newsletter via this link:
http://ymlp.com/signup.php?id=gesbbhqgmgb.
I will no longer send out individual emails like this,
as it may be considered as unwelcomed spam mail.
This program will send you an update once a month giving information on sewing patterns, contests, promotions and more... Signing up for our newsletter will automatically enter you for our monthly contest too. Each month, an individual will win a selected pdf sewing pattern. You can let your friends know too, everyone is welcomed to join the contest.
In future, when there is an upgrade for a sewing pattern, everyone on my mailing list will be able to download it. For instructions, you would need to refer to your existing sewing tutorials that you bought or you can purchase it at my online stores.
http://djstoreroom.etsy.com/ or
http://www.artfire.com/users/djstoreroom
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Update to listing for free
I just checked my artfire's studio stats and noted that CraftStylish sent 14 hits direct to my studio!! It works! Try it!
2 places to advertise your handmade crafts for free...
Submit your crafts at http://www.craftjuice.com/ for others to vote!!
Vote for my submitted products! Its free!
Also, Share your craft photos at http://www.craftstylish.com/! Its also free!
Friday, June 26, 2009
Blogging and Pictures...
Today, I was reading a blog post that ponders if including pictures with a blog post is a must.. Definitely having a nice picture to go along with your blog post seems a great idea.
Sadly, most times I do not have a picture for my postings.. Some bloggers use flickr for free photos, simply crediting the original user with a photo credit and an url link. I certainly do not want to infringe on copyright issues, so had never before tried that method..
But seriously, do you think blogging each post with a picture helps??
Sadly, most times I do not have a picture for my postings.. Some bloggers use flickr for free photos, simply crediting the original user with a photo credit and an url link. I certainly do not want to infringe on copyright issues, so had never before tried that method..
But seriously, do you think blogging each post with a picture helps??
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
How to Preserve Your Original, Uncut, Multiple-size Sewing Patterns
Sewing patterns are an essential part of the sewing journey. Commercial patterns come in a large, neat, uncut pieces. There may be numerous sizing on them, too.
Now, if we cut the pattern up in say, size 12. The pattern remains size 12 forever, with maybe some space for making it 1 inch larger. Making it smaller is not an issue, but making it in a bigger size will make things difficult. We may even need to get a new pattern.
Here is a simple little trick for maintaining your sewing patterns in their original, uncut condition. Read more about How to Preserve Your Original, Uncut, Multiple-size Sewing Patterns at HMN....
Check out more fabulous articles at HMN...
Now, if we cut the pattern up in say, size 12. The pattern remains size 12 forever, with maybe some space for making it 1 inch larger. Making it smaller is not an issue, but making it in a bigger size will make things difficult. We may even need to get a new pattern.
Here is a simple little trick for maintaining your sewing patterns in their original, uncut condition. Read more about How to Preserve Your Original, Uncut, Multiple-size Sewing Patterns at HMN....
Check out more fabulous articles at HMN...
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Be Inspired by Granny and her cooking
“Would you be coming for dinner and mahjong on Sunday?” My maternal grandmother asked me over the phone this morning.
My maternal granny, 69years old, raised 4 children single-handedly when my grandfather died some 30 years ago. After her 2 daughters got married and had kids, she looked after 5 grandchildren for them during the weekdays. They return to their parents only during the weekends. The exception grandchild, who did not live with her, is me.
The story that goes into why I was not placed in her care is that I cried non-stop for the 1st week and she had no choice but to call my mother to come back and fetch me home. I have never felt really close to her as I visit her only during festive seasons and family gatherings. However, we started getting closer since I returned from France, with her great-grand-daughter in tow. She always calls to hear the voice of her only great-grandchild, invite us over for a session of Mahjong Game and dinner.
‘Ah mah’ as we all call her used to sell economy fried bee hoon (Stir-fried Rice Vermicelli noodles) that was very popular with her customers. She still loves to cook and cooks very well. Her dishes are dashed with a mixture of Asia flavors. She can cook chinese dishes, such as Pork Ribs Soup and Stir-Fry Chicken with Ginger and Spring Onions. Her Malay dishes such as Asam Sotong (Squid with Tamarind) and Nasi Lemak (Rice with Coconut Milk).
My granny can also cook Curry Chicken really well. Special Spicy Chili with Ikan Bilis (Chili with Small Fishes) and Fried Onions for garnishing dishes are also popular with her neighbours. Many times, people will ‘order’ her classic dishes from her and she will whip up a storm in her tiny kitchen.
Sadly enough, none of her children inherit her talent for cooking. Every time we have dinner at her place, she will always probe and ask if the dishes taste good. If it is too salty or sweet, we were sure to let her know as she herself is diabetic and needs to monitor her own diet. Everyone is quite frank with her. If it tastes good, she will ask if we want to learn how to cook it.
What about you? Do you have any recipes inherited from your grandmother?
My maternal granny, 69years old, raised 4 children single-handedly when my grandfather died some 30 years ago. After her 2 daughters got married and had kids, she looked after 5 grandchildren for them during the weekdays. They return to their parents only during the weekends. The exception grandchild, who did not live with her, is me.
The story that goes into why I was not placed in her care is that I cried non-stop for the 1st week and she had no choice but to call my mother to come back and fetch me home. I have never felt really close to her as I visit her only during festive seasons and family gatherings. However, we started getting closer since I returned from France, with her great-grand-daughter in tow. She always calls to hear the voice of her only great-grandchild, invite us over for a session of Mahjong Game and dinner.
‘Ah mah’ as we all call her used to sell economy fried bee hoon (Stir-fried Rice Vermicelli noodles) that was very popular with her customers. She still loves to cook and cooks very well. Her dishes are dashed with a mixture of Asia flavors. She can cook chinese dishes, such as Pork Ribs Soup and Stir-Fry Chicken with Ginger and Spring Onions. Her Malay dishes such as Asam Sotong (Squid with Tamarind) and Nasi Lemak (Rice with Coconut Milk).
My granny can also cook Curry Chicken really well. Special Spicy Chili with Ikan Bilis (Chili with Small Fishes) and Fried Onions for garnishing dishes are also popular with her neighbours. Many times, people will ‘order’ her classic dishes from her and she will whip up a storm in her tiny kitchen.
Sadly enough, none of her children inherit her talent for cooking. Every time we have dinner at her place, she will always probe and ask if the dishes taste good. If it is too salty or sweet, we were sure to let her know as she herself is diabetic and needs to monitor her own diet. Everyone is quite frank with her. If it tastes good, she will ask if we want to learn how to cook it.
What about you? Do you have any recipes inherited from your grandmother?
Monday, June 22, 2009
Starting a newletter program
Starting a newletter program is a long term commitment. And cost is important to me.. I do not want an expensive program. If it gets too expensive, I would need to source for a new program and time would be wasted when we set up a new account, and transfer everything over.. I am looking at sending out monthly emails to customers and to those who signed up through my blog, with the option of unsubscription anytime that they choose to. It will be specially dedicated to those who wants to receive updates to djstoreroom, sewing patterns, special offers and just a touch of contact with us.
Currently I am in the midst of setting up my mailing list and the first people who receive the first copy will be my customers who had bought earlier versions of sewing tutorials. I am going to include sewing patterns for them who have only the instructions on hand. This would most likely be sent in the last week of June.
For those who would like to stand a chance to win a pdf sewing pattern of their choice, you can check out the side bar. There is a form for that! Currently the form is not linked to the newsletter program yet. I will merge them later on. The best part of this contest is that I run it monthly and your emails are rolled over to the next month's contest!! Yes.. Each and everyone has a chance to win!!
Create your YMLP account today with this promo coupon code: Y0B1EK
to enjoy 15% off!!
*Limited time only!! Hurry!! *
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Be inspired by Granny and her English
“Yao bu yao mai si-tic-ker?” Cannot understand that? This is a very common question that my maternal grandmother asks my daughter every week. She is asking her great-grandchild, “Do you want to buy stickers?” in a mixture of Chinese and English.
My granny single-handedly raised 4 children when her husband passed away some 30 years back. She worked hard, cooked and sold food at the 5-feet Path (a walkway under Singapore’s HDB flats that typically measures 5-feet wide) at the void deck (the ground floor area of high rise flats). Sometimes, she washes dishes and serves food for a coffee shop (A small shop which sells coffee and cooked food) just so to put food on the dinner table.
Tolling through hot and humid Singapore, an uneducated single-parent, earning her way through manual labor, she managed to raise her children up and keep the family intact till this day. She is indeed a person we all look up to in the family. Besides the family, she is on good terms with her neighbors, be they Chinese, Malays or Indians. In Singapore, where many races and cultures are blended into close proximity through staying in high-rise flats, it is a case of live well together or quarrel and be at war with one another.
We need to understand a little about the culture and differences of each different group. Besides that, we also have to try at communicating so that everyone can live harmoniously together in a close-knit community. My granny is a professional at this as she speaks 3 different Chinese dialects. She speaks Hokkien, Cantonese and Teo Chew fluently even though she cannot read and write. She can speak some Malayu and chat with her Malay neighbors. She had an Indian neighbor who picked up some Hokkien phases just so that he can chat more with her.
In Singapore, the education system uses English as the main language and allows each student to take a Mother Tongue subject as their second language. When my siblings and cousins try to communicate with our grandmother, we find it difficult to as schools drill us only on English and Mandarin. To talk to us, my granny started picking up phases of Chinese words slowly and in no time, she can talk to the youngsters in the neighborhood.
Coming to her great-grand-daughter, she faces another problem. My daughter’s primary language is English. Undaunted, my granny starts picking up phases of English just so that she can communicate with my kid. For that, I am so proud of her. Being able to say “Si-tic-ker” is already a major feat for an uneducated 69 years old great-grandmother.
My granny single-handedly raised 4 children when her husband passed away some 30 years back. She worked hard, cooked and sold food at the 5-feet Path (a walkway under Singapore’s HDB flats that typically measures 5-feet wide) at the void deck (the ground floor area of high rise flats). Sometimes, she washes dishes and serves food for a coffee shop (A small shop which sells coffee and cooked food) just so to put food on the dinner table.
Tolling through hot and humid Singapore, an uneducated single-parent, earning her way through manual labor, she managed to raise her children up and keep the family intact till this day. She is indeed a person we all look up to in the family. Besides the family, she is on good terms with her neighbors, be they Chinese, Malays or Indians. In Singapore, where many races and cultures are blended into close proximity through staying in high-rise flats, it is a case of live well together or quarrel and be at war with one another.
We need to understand a little about the culture and differences of each different group. Besides that, we also have to try at communicating so that everyone can live harmoniously together in a close-knit community. My granny is a professional at this as she speaks 3 different Chinese dialects. She speaks Hokkien, Cantonese and Teo Chew fluently even though she cannot read and write. She can speak some Malayu and chat with her Malay neighbors. She had an Indian neighbor who picked up some Hokkien phases just so that he can chat more with her.
In Singapore, the education system uses English as the main language and allows each student to take a Mother Tongue subject as their second language. When my siblings and cousins try to communicate with our grandmother, we find it difficult to as schools drill us only on English and Mandarin. To talk to us, my granny started picking up phases of Chinese words slowly and in no time, she can talk to the youngsters in the neighborhood.
Coming to her great-grand-daughter, she faces another problem. My daughter’s primary language is English. Undaunted, my granny starts picking up phases of English just so that she can communicate with my kid. For that, I am so proud of her. Being able to say “Si-tic-ker” is already a major feat for an uneducated 69 years old great-grandmother.
Friday, June 19, 2009
Some great picks from HMN
VISIT http://www.handmadenews.org/ to read thousands of craft, business, inspiring and helpful articles, written by fellow craft artisans around the world!
Here are a few great picks on photography!!~
How To Save A Bundle Photographing Your Bundle @ http://www.handmadenews.org/article/index.php?id=1558
Shutter Speed and Its Effect On Photos @
http://www.handmadenews.org/article/index.php?id=1216
Making Lemonade Volume 5 @
http://www.handmadenews.org/article/index.php?id=1507
Understanding Your Camera Settings @
http://www.handmadenews.org/article/index.php?id=1304
Here are a few great picks on photography!!~
How To Save A Bundle Photographing Your Bundle @ http://www.handmadenews.org/article/index.php?id=1558
Shutter Speed and Its Effect On Photos @
http://www.handmadenews.org/article/index.php?id=1216
Making Lemonade Volume 5 @
http://www.handmadenews.org/article/index.php?id=1507
Understanding Your Camera Settings @
http://www.handmadenews.org/article/index.php?id=1304
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Introducing HaffinaCreations
The details of this jewelry crafts are totally lovely!!!
They are all handmade by Jennifer from HaffinaCreations!!
HaffinaCreations is the rider of the Crazy Train today!!!
HaffinaCreations is the rider of the Crazy Train today!!!
Please visit her artfire store at http://www.artfire.com/users/HaffinaCreations.
Advertising my online store
I am intending to put up ads to increase traffic...
HMN is offering free ad space for all the editors and columnists!! Cool, isnt it???
Columnists and Editors will now receive: ·
1 Free ad on their HMN Dept page or column·
1 Free main category ad on ArtFire (excepting those that are sold out)·
1 Free subcategory ad on ArtFire·
1 Free ad on a Holiday Gift Guide·
1 Free ad on a trend page
The total of these ad space is worth more then US$200!!!
Plus, I am gonna put these ads up on Project Wonderful, blogs and other sites, if possible...
How about you? Do you have advertisments for your online store too?? How do they fare? Where do you put them?? Do you have ad space on your blog too??
Wednesday, June 17, 2009
Cotton and Linen
Here are 2 interesting combination of linen and cotton fabrics. I really like the texture contrast provided by the rugged linen and the smooth cotton.
The best part about this 2 projects is the applique. I just use my dressmaking sheers to cut out the cotton applique freehand!! I like that the curves being cut out are not static and always of the same shape. While sewing it on, it was pretty exciting as I had to navigate the curves entirely freeflow since it is not a regular shape.
For the stress points, I always made sure to triple stitch them so that they will be secured. Under my sewing tips, I wrote about how to make sa triple stitch for your own projects too..
Handmade wristlet zip pouch, made of linen fabric with a green designer quilt cotton fabric applique that was cut without a pattern and sewn on with a steady zig-zag stitching. It comes with a comfortable linen strap.
Handmade Wristlet zip pouch made of natural linen fabric, with linen strap. Purple applique made of designer quality quilt cotton fabric applied with brown zig-zag stitches.
The best part about this 2 projects is the applique. I just use my dressmaking sheers to cut out the cotton applique freehand!! I like that the curves being cut out are not static and always of the same shape. While sewing it on, it was pretty exciting as I had to navigate the curves entirely freeflow since it is not a regular shape.
For the stress points, I always made sure to triple stitch them so that they will be secured. Under my sewing tips, I wrote about how to make sa triple stitch for your own projects too..
Handmade wristlet zip pouch, made of linen fabric with a green designer quilt cotton fabric applique that was cut without a pattern and sewn on with a steady zig-zag stitching. It comes with a comfortable linen strap.
Handmade Wristlet zip pouch made of natural linen fabric, with linen strap. Purple applique made of designer quality quilt cotton fabric applied with brown zig-zag stitches.
New Sewing Pattern: Curved Wristlet Pdf Sewing Tutorial with Sewing Patterns
New Sewing Pattern: Curved Wristlet Pdf Sewing Tutorial with Sewing Patterns
Buy it now!! Make your own handmade curved wristlet in 8 steps!! The curved wristlets are lined for a neat appearance, interfaced for a sturdy feel and stress points are triple-stitched to ensure that they last. Plus, they make great gifts!! They are pretty and totally functional for your recipients! With this little handmade touch, your recipients would feel totally honored that you spent this amount of precious time making it just for them. And, if you want to sell them, go ahead!!
Links to Etsy Store and ArtFire Store...
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26541409
http://www.artfire.com/modules.php?name=Shop&op=listing&product_id=263314
http://www.artfire.com/modules.php?name=Shop&op=listing&product_id=263795
Here's also a sewing tip from HMN..
Handmade News; Crafts Techniques; Sewing Tips:
How to Avoid Marking Seam Allowances on Your Sewing Projects
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