My original roll wallet was a huge hit, but it was so poorly made. I’ve been thinking about it a lot and trying to come up with a design that is simple to make, yet still provides different sized pockets. In the first one, I created some really complicated pocket levels that I just couldn’t recreate. I’d like to be able to make a few without it taking me a hundred years, so this was the best option, and I actually like it better. I still need to work on sizing the pocket widths appropriately, but that should be an easy tweak. I would love feedback on this one, and would like to know what everyone would keep in this thing so I can get a better idea of what to size the pockets for.

Ok, I’m still working on making this one… I’m not sure why it’s so tough for me, it seems like it should be super easy. My stitching is slightly better I guess, however I did get lazy and decide to just use the white thread I was already using. It would look much better in a different color. I made this one too small and couldn’t fit even one card in it.. but I thought I’d post it anyway. You get the point.

I got this idea from an old Design*Sponge post and just loved it. It just jazzes up your camera strap, making it look better and covering up the huge CANON CANON CANON across it. I probably should have used some pretty fabric but originally made it with this camo fabric and just got lazy in making more. I also have been using the same fabrics over and over again, so this works for me. Besides, I do love me some camo… I’ve been hooked on camo since 9th grade thanks to Val Moniz. :o)

I wanted to make something for Mitzi and Jeff for their bridal shower and was having a hard time deciding on something. Jen gave me the idea to make cocktail napkins! I had no idea people used cloth cocktail napkins, I’d never seen them before. But I looked them up and they exist. Jen is also a soon to be interior designer and avid entertainer, so I can always trust her ideas. The cocktail napkins made a fitting gift in addition to some beautiful martini glasses off their registry. It was also a nice idea because I did not have to worry about it matching anything they own. I absolutely loved the fabric I found for them, and thought it paired well with the orange polka dot fabric. They were easy to make, just a bit time consuming. I really need to find a good way to cut my fabric straight, maybe I need to research sewing tools and equipment, because that definitely would be a huge help if I could cut pieces that were all the same width and length. Here are the pics!

I just love these little coffee cozies and can’t wait to make more as gifts! With this project, I finally got to use and understand how batting works. I pre-washed all my new fabric that I bought the other day, however I didn’t wash the cozies after I made them, so I’m not yet sure how the batting will shrink if washed. I’ve also finally discovered the logistics to making things the right way so that all stitching and foldings are clean and neat. This takes A LOT of ironing work, btw.

Here are the coffee cozies… They are reversible with velcro attachment. I loved the yellow/red fabric one, but I made that one too small so I don’t have a pic of it around a cup.

On another note, my friend Dave bought me the domain name for my website and we are working on setting it up. So eventually I will move my blog to that site. I’ve also already registered my shop at Etsy so eventually if I want to sell, I’ve saved Sew Knot Kneaded on there, however I have found that sewing is extremely time consuming so I’m not sure I’ll be able to make very much once school starts. We shall see.

I got this idea from some of those rolled paintbrush holders, and I believe make-up brushes come in the same type of design. This little organizer is poorly made but has a good design element to it. I have since discovered the proper way to make many of these things that I made a few weeks ago, so as horrible as this is, it will get better, I promise.

Anyway, this can hold a chapstick (of course- we girls always need a chapstick with us), those store discount cards that just fatten your usual wallet, a small notebook, important receipts, coupons, and other little notes, and of course a few pens! It rolls closed, so you can still grab your pens (and chapstick!) without opening the whole thing.. and you can just toss it in your bag, and it takes up just as much room as a normal wallet.

I will eventually be perfecting this idea, making sure my stitching and basic design is clean and sturdy.

I have a few new projects I’ve made lately but were made as gifts so I will have to post once the gifts have been given!