latest project // Modern Yardage

I first discovered Modern Yardage while I was at SNAP! back in April

and absolutely fell in love with the fabrics they had there!

The designs were all so fun & modern, I knew I needed to get my hands on some.

Modern Yardage sent me some of their fabrics so I could give them a try;

I got a bunch of coordinating prints that are so cute!

The colors are bright & fresh, the fabric washed well,

and my only problem was trying to decide what to make. ;)

I ended up making a couple small projects so I could use a good mix of the prints I received.

This zipper pouch is my favorite because of the patchwork detailing and the gusset corners!

It's been living in my purse, keeping all of my lip gloss/gum/etc.

from floating around in the bottom of my bag.

I also made this rectangle zipped pouch with a key ring attached

{perfect for running errands and such!}

and a pretty yo-yo headband {perfect to dress up any outfit!}

aren't they pretty? I love how everything turned out!

Modern Yardage fabric is a bit different than standard fabric companies,

so here's a little more about their product & how it works:

Fabric
We print on a high-quality, 100% cotton, pre-shrunk, optic white poplin fabric. It is slightly heavier than traditional quilting weight fabric and great for your sewing and craft projects. 

Ink
We print with environmentally-friendly, water-based textile pigments. We do not use any harsh acids or chemicals. These pigments have been specially formulated to be compatible with our printers and fabric and offer a rich color gamut with very good fastness.  

Layout
We are different than most fabric companies in the way we layout our fabric. Our prints are 44” wide, which is standard among most designer quilting weight fabrics, but we print on 58” wide fabric. We use the additional 14” of fabric to offer fun and creative value-added items. For example, on one order you might find a message from the designer of the print you purchased. On another order you might find an inspirational craft idea or simple sewing pattern. On another order you may find a coupon for your next purchase or pictures of us making fabric. It will always be a suprise!

{read more about this here}

Oh, and each print of fabric is available in different size scales,

which makes it perfect for whatever project you may want to work on.

I've been very pleased with my Modern Yardage experience

& will definitely order more in the future!

They have so many great designs, you will want to check them all out.

I'm currently loving the Verdant & the Personality collections.

{Modern Yardage sent me fabric to use, but all opinions are my own!}

Thirty One party!

Cosmetic Bag Set || Keep-It Caddy || Mini Zipper Pouch

Mini Utility Bin || Inside-Out Bag

Hey friends!

My sister-in-law introduced me to Thirty One products

a few years back, & I fell in love quick. ;)

I have several bags/totes/organizers, and they are so handy.

I've used one as a knitting bag for a few months,

one to carry my multitude of library books,

one to organize my linen closet, to tote sewing supplies,

one even went around the world with me!

I'm excited to have a virtual Thirty One party coming up on June 4th,

& I'd like to invite YOU!

The party will be happening on Facebook, so if you'd like to attend,

 please send me an email & I'll get you set up.

I was a part of one recently, and it was so much fun;

you can stay in the comfort of your own home (pajama party, anyone?!),

interact with some awesome ladies & learn about all Thirty One has to offer.

Who doesn't love online shopping? ;)

Oh, and the June special is fabulous:

I'd love it if you could join me next Tuesday night,

but if you can't make it to the party,

you can still shop right here.

Let me know if you have any questions,

& hope to "see you" there! :)

fashionABLE

have you heard of fashionABLE?

"Your purchase of a fashionABLE scarf creates sustainable business for women in Africa.  Our commitment as a non-profit is to the development of people — fashionABLE works with women who have been exploited due to the effects of poverty.  So, when you purchase a scarf you are providing jobs, and then we send the net profits back to holistically rehabilitate more women. This is the beauty of non-profit….
Scarves provide jobs, profits provide restoration."

I love the meaning behind what they do,

love that these beautiful scarves are made

by real women with real stories.

I ordered the Frehiwot scarf pictured on the left

(it looks like they may be out of stock right now!),

and you can view the whole collection of scarves.

also notable

fashionABLE's commitment

women's stories

27 ways to style your scarf

fashionABLE on Facebook

//fashionABLE has no idea who I am, I just wanted to share!//