I just wanted to let you know I made 60+ Who place mats..we used them at our wrap up luncheon when we were done counting the new Burrows, and the baby owls we had this season...the burrowing owl are endangered, they live under ground, and lay an egg every few days...they only stand 8-9 inches tops and weigh just ounces.... their babies are all different ages because of the egg laying at different times they all hatch at different times....we have educated the public and it was a surprise we went from 5-6 owls to over 400 in 5 years..people want them burrowing in their yards...just to keep an eye on them....and as for your place mats..they are wonderful..the pattern was wonderful...no 2 owls were the same...I must thank you..those place mats are just a little symbol of just how far these owls have come....thank you again, Judy Nee, Marco Island, Fl....

As promised, we are now going to be adding downloadable patterns to our web site!!!  That means no shipping delays - you get the Material List, Instructions and Pattern pieces so you can start your project right away!  Look for (DL) at the end of the pattern’s title for the ones that are downloadable.   We’re starting with a few favorite classics:

    "Baby Who"
    #ST-1215
Baby Who uses soft fabrics to make a cuddly pillow or toy for all your little ones!  Who’s wings will hold binkys, hide a tooth for the Tooth Fairy, and carry other treasures.  Super-easy with a variety of eye styles, you can make lots of Whos to keep baby company!  Quick, easy and oh sew CUTE!  Finished size 12" X 12".


                
"USB Key Fob Holders"
#ST-953
UBS Key Fob Holders were designed to protect your data from the rigors of travel and keep it all close at hand, but they can also hold, paper money, a lip balm, pack of gum or lipstick.  Key Fob Holders can easily fit in your pocket, hook onto your purse, belt loop, book bag or key ring. They’re a cinch to make.  Finished size 3¾” excluding key ring.

                        
"USB Hang-Ups"
#ST-1101
USB Hang-Ups are a great way to organize and store USB and/or Dongle sticks to keep them close at hand!  They can be hung up at your computer or sewing machine; or make the Roll-Up Wallet - they’re perfect when traveling to work or classes!  They’re fantastic for organizing your machine embroidery collection by the fabric you use (i.e., floral for flower designs, paw prints for animal designs)...well, I’m sure you get the picture!  Great visual way to find different ME collections quickly!  Easy instructions - they’re a cinch to make and fun to give as gifts!
 
                        
    "Who Knew"
    #ST-1106
 “Who Knew” includes instructions and full-sized pattern pieces to sew up the cutest owl pincushion with wings that act as a needle case! Also, makes very sweet Owl ornaments that will be peeking at you from the branches of your Christmas tree - Oh What Fun!
Finished size 3½” tall.   Super Quick & Easy!  


“Hot Fingers”
#ST-944
“Hot Fingers” back by popular demand, this design was one of our first mini-patterns.  Originally published in 1990, I used to make “Hot Fingers” by the dozens to sell at local Boutiques, because it is the best friend your fingers will ever have!  So grasp your cup, pull open that steaming bag of popcorn or grab that baked potato all without burning your fingers when using your microwave.  Super Easy and FAST to make.  Finished size 8" x 4".  



“Hot Cakes”
Cupcake Oven Mitts
#ST-935
Cooking so many cupcakes, you’ll need a nice oven mitt to pull them from the oven - so why not a cupcake oven mitt?!  Quick, easy and very functional.  Finished size 10" x 8".

    NOTE:
When checking out, be sure to pick/click the “Download” box – otherwise you will not get the download version (since some of these patterns are not being offered in a printed format), or you’ll get nothing except a refund.

    WARNING:
When you’re ready to print the downloaded file(s), be sure to print at 100% - otherwise the template pieces will not fit properly or the finished project will be a different size than stated.
Check back often because we’ll be adding more downloadable patterns in the coming months!


A New Pattern

Leprechaun's Hat #ST-1950
Irish with a touch of whimsy!  Pattern includes full-sized pattern pieces and step-by-step instructions to make Leprechaun Hat place mats, and a wee bit of Leprechaun Gold (3 designs) for mug mats or garland.
Use just for St. Patrick’s Day, or share the luck of
the Irish year round with magically delicious meals.
  Approx. finished size: 16" X 12½”.


    Spring Cleaning!!!
For Spring Cleaning - I wanted to clear out my “Fabric Stash.” Now don’t get me wrong, when I say clear out, I usually donate yardage to a local quilt group that uses the fabric(s) to do good works.
This year, however, as I was sorting, I found lots of beautiful scraps of bright colored fabrics and didn’t want to give them up...I know that defeats the purpose of Spring Cleaning, but the quilt group only wants yardage not scraps- and the colors were talking to me! 

So I cut out a few 5½” circles and sewed up a few Yo-Yos... then I made more Yo-Yos! (about 170).  Really who can make just one Yo-Yo.  It really goes fast: I was able to sew up about 15 - 20 in a couple hours while watching TV at night.  Now, I am mixing them up and “Bar-Tacking” them together to form a table-topper...so much fun and I think it’ll look great for Cinco de Mayo and every day after it!!!  




I think I’ll try one from all the bits and pieces of left over of Halloween fabrics for a Halloween table topper too!

I did not turn under the edges of the Yo-Yos, but used a dab of Fray Check around the center stitching.  If you look under “How To” on our web site, you’ll learn how to do Bar Tacking.  The hardest thing was clipping all the thread ends.  Once finished, I pressed all the Yo-Yos flat because they are being used on the table and I did not want a lot of bulk.

This is a great way to use up scraps - hope you try it, it was fun!  Please share on our Face Book Susie C Shore or send pictures to Fiona @ susiecshore@aol.com

If you need instructions to sew Yo-Yos, you can google “making fabric Yo Yos” – we did not use any special tools, nor did we turn under a seam allowance.

Next, I was thinking that for my niece I would like to make a window covering/curtain with Yo-Yos attached.  I plan to make a curtain out of a light-weight sheer fabric like Batiste or Organza and Bar-Tack colorful Yo-Yos (in the same manner as the table topper) to the finished curtain.  How wonderful it will be to wake up surrounded by all those beautiful colors!
    Thanks And Enjoy!

Project Of The Month Competition
WE love to share pictures of our customers finished projects on Face Book, but never seem to have enough.  So, we decided to have a monthly competition!
When you make projects using Susie’s patterns/designs, take pictures and send the pictures in JEPG format to  susiecshore@aol.com for consideration (by the third Wednesday of the month).
The project(s) submitted must use one of Susie’s designs for the finished item(s).    
We must be able to see the complete design/project in the photos you send.
The winner will receive a pattern of their choice from Susie’s Designs website www.susiecshore.com
The evaluation of the all submittals will take place on the third Wednesday of every month by our team which includes Fiona (Office Manager), Emma (Model Maker) and Susie (Designer and Chief Bottle washer).  The winner will be notified via e-mail, and once the winner chooses which pattern they want, we will share all the information on Face Book.

By submitting your picture(s) you are giving us permission to post your “finished project” on Face Book and our website.

Sorry, you cannot keep submitting the same work every month, but you can submit new projects every month to increase your chance of winning!
Thank you!  We look forward to seeing all your creations!!
Susie


A few people have asked for "U-Tube Tutorials."  We do not do video tutorials; the written instructions when followed are actually the tutorials.  We have, however, started to add "visual aids" for unique processes under the "Tutorial" section on our web site - you'll need to scroll down to the project you're working on to find the pictures.  We just started to add these "visuals aids" late in 2018 and now moving into 2019.  Hope they help!  Susie says she doesn't want to do videos because her age spots might show -- That's our Susie!
Sample Below



We have TWO new patterns
one for year round FUN!

"Princess Lay-A" #ST-1901
Sew up cute chicken Pot Holders, Mug Mats or Trivets!   Super Quick & Easy!  Approximate finished size 9” x 9”. 
We used Bias Binding for the Comb
which later becomes the Hanger! 
With Visual Aids under Tutorials!!

AND one For Christmas!! 
Yes, Christmas 2019...I made these for my Holiday Table (2018) and loved them so much, I just had to publish them --
Big pattern lots of fun projects!
  "Santa's Hat" #ST-1826
Full-sized pattern pieces to sew up jolly Santa Hat place mats with a Snowball mug mat attached - and we also include a bunch of individual Mug Mat designs to be used separately!  Make Hat trim with Chenille (for a fluffy look, like a real Santa’s Hat) or use the Fast applique method (instructions for both included).  Make whimsical Holiday party decorations,
or use for fun meals everyday!
 Approximate finished size: 18½” (with Snowballs) x 12½”.
With Visual Aids to help making Chenille under Tutorials!!

We sell our products to several mail order companies/vendors; they generally sell our patterns for a season or two and then move onto newer designs (including ours).  It's come to our attention that when these vendors deplete their stock of our patterns, they will tell their customer that the pattern has been discontinued - yes discontinued with them - BUT not by us.  These vendors rarely reveal the originating company name in their catalog/web site, so if you're looking for our products, the best thing to do is to check our web site to see if the pattern is still listed on the pattern pages - if it is, it's still available!

Noteworthy

And don't forget to check back with us often to see the fun, new designs we'll be adding to our inventory!

From all the positive comments about our new web site, all we can say is Thank You!  We’re so happy you like the new web site design, which is now updated to make it easier to shop using your mobile devices/phones!


As you look through all Susie's fun projects, you might notice that most of them are for the kitchen and the table. The kitchen is the heart of the home, and it gives Susie great pleasure seeing the delight and wonder on all of the children's faces when they see her fun new decorations for the holidays and everyday. 


Our designs are whimsical, fun, easy and PRACTICAL!  Designed with children (of all ages) in mind, they make parties, holidays or everyday meals fun, fun fun!

Thank you for stopping to visit! Be sure to check back often for more fun projects!