Itchin' to get craftin'???

We are pulling out of the dulldrums of winter around here. Well, at least this week anyway. All the sunshine and "warmer" weather (temps in the 40's) sure puts a spring in my step and a fire under my feet! I LOVE Spring - actually I love the change of seasons we get here but I love the fact that in Spring everything is new, fresh and bright! I'm actually getting the "itch" to sew and create some new things. SO - if you are feeling the "itch" too here's a few contests, tutorials, etc you might want to try or at least take a peek at (wink)

Lola...again blog has a GREAT tutorial for a snazzy handbag - the Jenny Bag. You can download the pattern and see her step by step photos and instructions. Love the bold choice of fabric she used and who can't use another handbag. So freshen up your Spring wardrobe with your own version of the Jenny Bag!

Calling all DIY crafters!!!!

design*sponge is holding a DIY contest! and WOW they have some seriously COOL prizes and CASH to giveaway!!!! It's definately worth checking out! Click on the link to get all the details! Good luck and get crackin! all entries must be in by March 2nd I think!

and if you'd like to start dreaming about crafting projects take a peek at some new fabrics headed our way in the next couple of months!

Anna Maria Horners new fabric line Drawing Room will be coming out soon and of course it's FABULOUS! She's posted some sneak peeks on her blog recently and the story behind the fabric is just as good as the fabric itself! she will transport you, I promise!

and Daisy Janie is celebrating her fabrics being printed as we speak! She is debuting 12 different patterns that will be available to purchase! Be sure to stop by and check out her handiwork as well!