Author Archives: mackerilladesign

Still time to get crafty before Christmas!

Are you still looking for ideas for gifts? Are you crafty? Can you Sew? Well homemade gifts are always fun for me! I like to make simple gifts for friends, neighbors, postman, favorite shop owners, etc…………… Something like a nice … Continue reading

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Holidayzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz!

One show over and now a few more to go! December 1st is the 5th annual -Artisan Holiday Hand-made Gift Sale! All Items $25 or Less!! Join us for the 5th Annual Artisan’s Gift Show to do all of your … Continue reading

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Patchwork show this weekend in Oakland!

Come by and get your shoppin on at the Patchwork show in Oakland this Sunday the 18th! Free to the public!!! HOLIDAY 2012 – NOV 18 jack london square pavilion 98 broadway * oakland * ca * 94607 http://www.patchworkshow.com/index.php Their … Continue reading

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Quilt your own!

Why buy some pre quilted cotton fabric when you can make your own! I have a bunch of fat quarters just waiting to be made into some bags! Too light and soft for exteriors of the bags so I slapped … Continue reading

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Kitten caps for lil kids!

Would it be a gaggle of caps? Or a herd of hats?…….

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An oldie but a goodie!

This design is called the “Jill”. Named after a dear old friend that has passed away since the inception of this bag. She wanted something long and lean to hold her checkbook and her wallet. So this is what I … Continue reading

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Make a Pet bed!

Make a pet bed out of scrap fabric and an old comforter. I measured out 32″ long by 18″ wide two pieces of ultra suede. Then measured out 4″ wide strips of some upholstery fabric for the sides. Sewed it … Continue reading

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Kitten ear caps are back!

I am creating my kitten ear caps to sell for the fall/winter season again! These were very popular with my local mommies for their wee ones and the adult sizes were popular with the college kids. Especially the male hipsters! … Continue reading

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Sweet! Got into the Patchwork show in Oakland as a Vendor!!!! YEAYYY!!!!!

Come to the Oakland Patchwork Indie Art & Craft Holiday Festival 2012!!! When & where is this festival in Oakland you ask? When- NOV 18 Where- jack london square pavillion 98 broadway * oakland * ca * 94607 I will … Continue reading

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Loving and caring for disabled pets!

I have 3 disabled pets out of our 6. Well 5 and one foster dog! 2 cats and 4 dogs. I started a site called Gimpy Pets over a year ago to promote the positive light in caring for disabled … Continue reading

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