Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Calling all Charming Guys and Girls for the Sewing Party


Kelly and I are cohosting a Tote Bag Sewing Party for the Charming Guys and Girls this Saturday, April 17th.  So, if you have a bag pattern that you've been wanting to try and you are going to be around on Saturday, I hope you'll join in the fun.  As I said before, we are limiting the number of spaces to 25 members in hopes that we can keep it small and cozy. It really does make it a fun day, if you are able to get around to visiting everyone's blogs for updates as well as making progress on your own bag that day.

So are you in?  If yes, you need to leave a comment on this post committing yourself to the party.  In your comments or profile, be sure I know your blog address so that I can link to you the day of the party.  Then, don't forget to blog about it and feel free to grab the party bling above!  Don't wait too long, we are only holding 25 spots this time.  First come, first serve. 

You can start sewing anytime of the day and sew as long as your heart delights.  Please try to update your blog a couple of times that day, as it is fun to check in on everyone's progress.  On a personal note, I just received word from Buddy's soccer coach that his first game of the season is Saturday morning.  What terrible timing, but Buddy comes first and I am going to his game.  So, I will post the links before I leave for the game Saturday morning.  I will return home to sew around 11:30....and check in on my blog and emails at that time.  If anyone needs any bag assistance, I will be around after 11:30 to help answer your questions or emails.

Of course, we'll have a parade of bags afterwards, and I am sure Kelly will throw in a prize...you know how she rolls!  :) 

For all of my non CGGQC friends, I'd love to see some of you working on bags this weekend and posting projects on your blogs....it would be fun to see lots of bags floating out on the blogs this weekend!  My mom is coming up to sew some bags as well just for fun.  :) 

***  I have added links on the right sidebar to all participants.  Also we have 2 non bloggers joining us, my mom and Deborah.  We only have 1 spot left.  Anyone who posted they wanted to participate is able to join in the fun (whether they are a member or not- sorry as to the confusion on that).  So, if you already "signed" up, please check to see that your link is up.  And if it is not, let me know. 

35 comments:

~Marica~ said...

This would have been nice to be on but unfortunately I am already busy with another thing this day. But hope you fix this more often :) Have fun! I'll check out the blog era, what you have done for lovely bags .

Carol said...

Hi Kris, I want to join in on the fun this Saturday for the Tote Bag Sewing Party. Thanks for hosting it, I have a tote bag pattern in mind to make. I must be the first one to sign up.

Allie said...

Sounds like you're going to have a great day! I can't wait to see all the bags too!

Kim said...

Hi Kris,

Count me in. I won a pattern and have been wanting to try it out.

mittenlady said...

Guess who left thing at my house? even buddy left his art table . had a great time last week , too short of time. Thanks for my gift and Hannah's too

Anonymous said...

Count me in! I love bag making.

Grethe said...

Hi Kris,
If still room for one more,I would to join. Got a Tote Bog in mind.

Susan @ Blackberry Creek said...

Oh I wish I could join in, Kris. I love online sewing parties. But I have a conflict too. Sophie (my doggie) and I have been asked to be grand marshals at a Bark for Life walk (for cancer) Saturday morning. We'll be walking in memory of Vann. Hope everyone has a great time. I'll be checking on results Saturday evening.

Anita in Florida said...

I'm so in the mood for this...I have been wanting to make a selvedge bag for ages. Now is the time! Thanks for hosting this.

Michelle said...

I would love to come to this party but I'm just into making quilts.

HAVE FUN!!!

PunkiePie (Jen) said...

wish I could join on Saturday, Kris but I'll be cooking and cleaning for my hubby's birthday celebration on saturday evening. I'll be thinking of you all. have fun!!

joan said...

Happy sewing Saturday. As I mentioned on my post I have to send my regrets . I will miss sewing with everyone. Can't wait to see the parade!
Enjoy!

Kelly@ Charming Chatter said...

Howdy Kris! This is going to be a blast! And, I can't wait to see everyone's bags! Count me in (LOL)!

QUILTING IS BLISSFUL, DI said...

I am in --I hope---got my fabric today--just like I "needed" to get more fabric--but there is a story here?????
Hugs, Di
Thanks for hosting--see ya Saturday

QUILTING IS BLISSFUL, DI said...

Oh--and this one is from Little Sister's site--she also got some fabric today for her bag and hopes she is on board for Saturday--
littlesisterssite.blogspot.com
Barb

QUILTING IS BLISSFUL, DI said...

both sites--littlesisterssite and quiltingisblissful sites have the button and links set up on the side bars---so we are ready!!!!!
Have fun at the game Saturday--
Hugs, Di

Karen said...

Beam me up. Whoops, I mean sign me up for the bag party.

http://karen-logcabinquilter.blogspot.com

CJ said...

I am from the Charming Girls Quilt Club and I would like to join in. I have a couple of bags that I NEED to sew so Saturday would be a good day to do them. Does it have to be a pattern I have not used??? I have one of those and one with a pattern that I have used.

Mary on Lake Pulaski said...

Count me in Kris! I have all the ingredients for a bag I want to make!

Darlene said...

I'd love to play because I'm seriously 'bagophobic' but I have other plans so I'll have to pass. I know everyone will have lots of fun and make some wonderful bags.

Ulla said...

This is going to be very nice.Sign me in.

Ulla

cherylbugs.blogspot.com said...

I'd like to join in. I've NEVER, EVER, participated in something like this. Do I need to be a member of Charming Guys and Girls Club?

Brenda said...

I'd like to join intoo.. I've NEVER participated in something like this. Do I need to be a member of Charming Guys and Girls Club?

Esther said...

Count me in!

Cyndi said...

Count me in! Sounds like fun!

Amy said...
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Amy said...

I'd like to join in!
http://www.lexingtonquilter.blogspot.com/

Day before Michelle said...

If there's room count me in!
I've got some fabric I bought for totes and bags just sitting there waiting for a chance to get to them!

Ginger Patches said...

I want in--if there's a spot :)

Diane Barfield said...

I want in if you still have room.

Sandie @ crazy'boutquilts said...

I lost count so if there is still room, please count me in too. Thanks!

deborah said...

I took part in the last sewing party..and have lately had so much to do I haven't been able to sew. But I can Saturday if you still have room:) I don't have a blog, but I've got a dandy new camera now:))

Kim D. said...

Looks like fun Kris, I'll be watching to see how your sewing goes.

SUPERQUILTER said...

Is there room for me and is this an online tote bag project?

Needled Mom said...

Is there still room to join in? I would love to try a pattern that I have.