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08-01-2011, 09:23 PM

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Ramona Byrd

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What about a tiny lazy susan, with velcro glued to it and velcro sewed to the mug holder? Some crafty lady could make them. Just use a router to make a deep circle in it, then fill it with steel marbles and put a bottom on it with small lifters less high than the marbles. Paint first.

08-01-2011, 09:37 PM

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DonnaB

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Originally Posted by SherriB

It is a McCall's or Simplicity pattern, just can't remember which one. I have it and hope to make some for Christmas gifts.

Found a link to the pattern number:
http://www.simplicity.com/p-4469-craft.aspx

Hancock Fabrics or Hobby Lobby usually run patterns on sale for a couple of dollars.

Thanks SherriB for providing the pattern site, as I didn't have it, our teacher just provided the pattern and directions. DonnaB

08-02-2011, 12:10 AM

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Lacelady

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Thank you so much, I just found one on ebay that was a good price and willing to ship to me.

08-02-2011, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Ramona Byrd

I think that I'd put at least one small plastic tube in a pocket for that seam ripper. I wouldn't take much time to slice my hand on it reaching for something else.
That sure is a pretty and very practical gift, and I'd like to make one for me. I also have far too many coffee mugs, some of which are man sized.

You can get seam rippers with covers. That's how I keep from injuring myself :lol:

I vowed never to make anything but quilts as my attempts at all else were met with failure. However, this is so cute and looks easy enough... I am going to attempt. thanks for the idea and those who provided links

08-02-2011, 02:54 AM

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Candy Apple Quilts

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What a great idea! :D :thumbup:

08-02-2011, 03:15 AM

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PBaumgartel

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Made these, filled them with chocolates, and used them as favors for a recent family celebration. A big hit! They can be used as a sewing caddy or a desk caddy filled with pencils, pens, etc.

08-02-2011, 03:22 AM

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Diana Lynne

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Originally Posted by DonnaB

We made these in quilting last week, great gift idea for anybody, you can fill it with appropriate tools of trade! Only took 2 - 1/2 yrds contrasting fabric. This was the teachers sample.

That is so neat and it would make a great gift..and I would love to make one for me as well :thumbup:

08-02-2011, 03:59 AM

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Yarn or Fabric

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I know I saw a free pattern for this online but now I can't locate it. If I figure out where it was, I will share the link ;)

08-02-2011, 04:16 AM

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HisPatchwork

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That would be a great way to organize my cupfull of stuff! I have one at my sewing machine and another at my cutting table. It gets kind of crowded. Great gift idea!