Monday, May 4, 2009

Loot, Glorious Loot - Day 1

A fair whack of stuff has come through my door in the last few weeks (I think I'm hoarding for the imminent UBC (unemployment by choice). Either that, or I just can't help myself. I'd wager a bet on the second reason, actually.

So I'm joining in with Tinniegirl on the-showing-of-the-loot. Unsurprisingly, most of this loot has been craft books. Oh stop it. Don't look so surprised.

Sewing green

I love felted goods, but the idea of me felting doesn't appeal. But I have been interested in the goings-on of Betz White regardless. Her second book, Sewing Green, has just been released to much fanfare, and having just obtained it I think the fanfare is justified.

Sewing green

A couple of the projects aren't to my taste (and this is my opinion only), but only a couple. The rest are very clever. Interspersed with the projects though are the best bits of the book - hints and profiles and examples of other crafters 'doing it green'. It's certainly an inspiring read, especially as I think every day about what I can do to live a little greener.

Sewing green

My favourite project is probably these aprons made from old men's shirts. Would love to make one, but that's another issue - too many craft books, not enough time!

9 comments:

  1. Those aprons are sensational. What a great idea.

    I love Betz White stuff. I have the first book but I've never got around to giving felting a go.

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  2. Looks like a really great read! and inspiring too. Can't wait to see what you make of it

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  3. Love that apron idea!
    Craft books are just waaaaay too addictive.

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  4. oh, I do like that sandwich sleeve, it's very sweet (and a good idea to boot)

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  5. That's one book on my wish-list. I did more than my fair share of shopping before becoming "unemployed by choice" too.

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  6. Sewing Green came through work in the request bin for someone. I was suprised we had it and added myself to the waiting list for it straight away. We also have Bend the Rules sewing at the library (I'm on that list, too...)

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  7. Love the aprons - love felting too - but - not enough hours....

    Some loot arrived today

    happy dance!

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  8. I have Betz White's first book, and love her design style - I'm very glad to read she has another book, I must check it out! Recycling and 'green craft' are close to my heart too.

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