#LittleBitsofLace2024

I thought this scrappy lace pocket, which was quite fun to make, would benefit from a bit of direction, so I made a one-off video for anyone who cares to give it a try. I also quickly shared how I made the pockets that hold the beautiful lace monthly calendars that‪@TracieFoxCreative‬ made and shared. Her ko-fi account where they can be found is listed below. Thank you for watching and happy creating.
Tracie Fox Creative lace calendar cards: ko-fi.com/traciefoxcreative
Tracie’s fantastic video: • #littlebitsoflace2024 ...

[@labgirlreed]

So cool! Can’t wait to try this! I got a sewing machine for my birthday and have been experimenting with journal sewing, so this might be a good challenge for me. I’m 73 and my goal since retirement has been to learn something new every day and you have taught me many ways to fill my pages. Thank you for taking time to show us the little details that make our crafting special and fun.❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Happy belated birthday and the good thing about this one is that it’s tough to go wrong…. No mistakes! Thank you and happy creating.

[@kateconrad7463]

This is so beautiful. Your creativity never ceases to amaze me, and we are all so grateful for your generosity in sharing your ideas with us.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Kate. I fully believe that ideas and creativity are best when shared so I love hearing that someone has been inspired by something I've made ❤️

[@loismccormick7656]

Thank you for this fabulous idea, and for your detailed instructions/explanations - absolutely I cannot wait to gather all my lace scraps to make something. Beauty from scraps - I love that!

[@CoriDahmen]

Excellent! No need to gather them all (at least not yet!) I say grab and handful and come play with us 😊

[@cindytheriault4105]

Yahoooooo…what a GREAT PROJECT…I’m REALLY EXCITED TOO ❤️❤️❤️

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and yay!!!!

[@SunDragonPaperNLace]

What!?! A hair straightener! Who knew! What a fantastic idea Cori! You’re so clever! Thank you for sharing!

[@CoriDahmen]

Lol. I’m not a huge fan of pulling out the iron and board, so a hair straightener works well for me. Happy 2024!

[@lauragaudry3402]

Just plain fun! Really excited about this project. Hugs and blessings, 🤗❤️🇨🇦

[@CoriDahmen]

So good to hear it! Hugs and blessings back to you❤

[@susanmorales8675]

Just beautiful. This idea can be used in so many ways. Thank you for sharing.

[@CoriDahmen]

You are so welcome and I agree, lots of options with this technique. Thank you!

[@pauletteliddell2923]

Think you. I have a lot of lace from sewing clothes off my family and others. Must try.🤗🤗🤗

[@CoriDahmen]

You should, and I hope you have fun with it 😊

[@gayleagostinelli_ct]

Such a fun pocket, friend! Love it! It reminds me of my raggedy journal covers and I think it would be really cute to put a matching pocket in a journal with the raggedy cover. Great project! My project will air on Wednesday’s video. I’m going to do the #LittleBitsofLace2024 each Wednesday after my Margarete Miller Challenge. So excited about this! Love and hugs to you, dear Cori! ❤

[@CoriDahmen]

So very cool! Thank you Gayle and I L❤VE your idea of having Lacey Wednesdays. Bless you and happy, wonderful 2024 to you 😊

[@mar-louisemyburgh7030]

It looks stunning. Fun and easy! Thank you so much.

[@CoriDahmen]

You are so welcome and thank you 😊

[@michellenowacki8673]

Loving this……great use of those little bits of Lace…..definitely a Cori has done it again😂 ❤xx

[@CoriDahmen]

😊 thank you and funny, it “sounds” different when you say I’ve done it again versus the way my husband says it 🤣

[@lotto4554]

I made one! It was fun and beautiful! The scrappy lace pocket was amazing.

[@CoriDahmen]

Excellent! Fun to make, right?!

[@mariarapp3090]

I do not have much lace and haven’t used it a lot in my journals. This will be a fun challenge! Thank you for doing it!

[@CoriDahmen]

The nice thing with lace scraps is that a little bit can go a long way!

[@debrafazzi5382]

Thanks again for another wonderful idea!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@CoriDahmen]

You are so welcome!

[@sandimeacham3878]

I absolutely LOVE this! Thank you!

[@CoriDahmen]

You are so welcome and thank you!

[@sherryvanderpool8644]

What a great use of lace scraps ❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you! 😊

[@hitherandyonstudio]

Love this. Thank you for showing us. ❤

[@CoriDahmen]

You are so welcome and thank you!

[@nansanfilippo7035]

As usual, a great tutorial

[@jenlitscreations]

I love this technique and can't wait to use it.

[@CoriDahmen]

Yay, thank you! I promise, it is fun 😊

[@risamateo8003]

Love this!! I'm going to make a stack of these. There are so many uses for this. Sometimes, I struggle to use my lace because it feels frilly and feminine. I sell them at markets, so I try for neutral.. This is a great way to use my scraps. Thank you ❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Agreed. I was thinking of tag bases and journal cards and so many things. It is a very fun way to use up some scraps 😊

[@donitamoore9748]

Great idea! ❤️ I use little bits of lace here and there but love this idea so much. I like the added texture of lace to ephemera.

[@CoriDahmen]

Me too! Texture is such a great addition, as long as you don’t mind a bit of bulk. Thank you 😊

[@LindaMZH65]

Very cool way to use up lace bits!! Thanks for sharing! 😘

[@CoriDahmen]

You are so welcome!

[@annettedepete4314]

This is awesome. The lace pocket looks great. TFS🌴💕

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you! 😊

[@lindacurl6337]

I use a straight iron too! I started when I started selling on eBay, Etsy, and was getting rid of toys. Used it for ribbons on doll clothes & even the clothes! I’ll do anything not to get the iron out! Lol! Great video! ❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Straight iron with the win!!! Thank you 😊

[@4everpurplecreationslorell659]

Finally got to finish the video. I love this little pocket, such a great way to use of the tiny scraps. I am trying to follow along with this challenge, Im thinking I should have used a smaller book...lol Thank you for sharing

[@CoriDahmen]

LOL! In this case, size TRULY does not matter! Make whatever you love and I'm happy to hear you're joining the fun 😊

[@leannegordon7439]

Very inspirational, thank you.

[@CoriDahmen]

You are so welcome!

[@fiddliedee01]

Cute little pocket, thanks Cori 😍

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Gaye ❤

[@lucyfanning7496]

Love the lace pockets.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you!

[@pamgrover9910]

Love the lace ,fun video

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you! 🤗

[@carolm4094]

This is going to be fun.

[@CoriDahmen]

I sure hope so! ❤

[@enchanteddreams7166]

How fun! Have a fabulous day xoxo

[@CoriDahmen]

Thanks so much!

[@lenawarelius4195]

Great way to use lace scraps 😍 Thanks for sharing 🙏 lots of love from arctic Norrway 🙌🌹🌼🌻🌷

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and I hope the artic temperatures allow you to spend time inside, crafting!

[@WasteSomeTimeWithMaggie]

Thank you so much Cori for your lovely video and idea's ...Kia Kaha Stay Strong....

[@CoriDahmen]

You are so welcome. Thank you and happy 2024!

[@bettyalvarez7160]

So super nice, love it…

[@CoriDahmen]

Thanks so much 😊

[@carolm9451]

Love it, such fun!! 💜💜💜

[@CoriDahmen]

I'm happy to hear that you're enjoying it 😊

[@sheliaporter6795]

This is so pretty! I'm hoping to get a new machine soon, I miss sewing. It sure does make it easier if everything is as flat as possible. ❤😊

[@CoriDahmen]

The beauty of sewing in jj’s is that very basic, older machines work great! eBay, Offer Up, etc are all great places to find machines for reasonable prices. Happy sewing to you!

[@robinpowell2712]

Great tips and ideas, thanks!

[@CoriDahmen]

Glad it was helpful!

[@michelleg773]

Very cool…. TFS ❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@dawnklein106]

So easy. Have to go play!

[@CoriDahmen]

Excellent! And, it really is easy, which I love!

[@katyratyra]

Wonderful! I'll add this my arsenal!

[@CoriDahmen]

It’s a fun one. Thank you!

[@nancymoore1275]

Awesome love this idea!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you! 😊

[@paulad2527]

Super fun pocket, Cori. I copied your flat iron tip from one of your older videos, it’s a game changer!

[@CoriDahmen]

That is awesome! And I agree… hair straighteners make super irons!

[@clairevancott8046]

Fabulous!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you!

[@vamps_rock]

I love the idea of this challenge and will def take lots of inspo for it. TFS and happy new year 😊

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you! You too!

[@MissDaisyParsley]

Love it! Beautiful!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you! 😊

[@norrishmj]

Love how you used your lace scraps. The pockets look amazing. 😊

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you 😊

[@ramondat6258]

Oooo i love this!

[@CoriDahmen]

That’s great! ❤

[@rhondatanner5020]

Happy New Year 🎉. ❤ watching all your creations!!

[@CoriDahmen]

Happy new year to you too and thank you!

[@lauradellepoirier8559]

Awesome❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you!

[@bettybutler1686]

Gorgeous use of these orphans! Adore your book! Happy New Year❤

[@CoriDahmen]

Orphan lace… love that! Thank you and happy 2024 😊

[@bettybutler1686]

@@CoriDahmenlook at all the lovelyness y’all have started! My hubs is home recovering from surgery, so he’s going to be my snipper 😂cutter. I’m covering coin wrappers to make tassels and snippets for my lacey orphanages😊❤

[@kerynokeeffe9133]

Thank you, Cori! I love this way of using the scrappy bits! The lace is secured so well, too! Great idea to kick off the series! Love and big hugs! 😀💞

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Keryn. Love and big hugs to you too ❤

[@Solo3198-]

Love it!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thanks!!

[@bethwilson3365]

I love ideas on how to use sewing in junk journaling! The lace pockets are just gorgeous and I thank you for the tutorial!

[@CoriDahmen]

Not entirely sure why, but I also love sewing inside my journals. I like how there are so many options that there is something for everyone. Thank you!

[@gloriasgreetings2310]

Gorgeous!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you! 😊

[@joycrucitti6153]

Well Ms.Cori, I must say my year is starting off in such a special way! …a great cup of coffee …and my favorite teacher…. I’m gonna soak this up as much as I can!!! Once again, you are amazing and so inspiring!!! I’m excited to see how you continue on with this project…have a wonderful day/ week…🥰♥️😘

[@CoriDahmen]

Coffee and creating is always a win. Bless you and happy, crafty 2024 to you ❤

[@carolbeeding4270]

😍❤️

[@patcarmody7592]

Thanks Cori. This is such a great idea! I hope you enjoyed your vacation. It's so great to see you on You Tube!!!

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you, Pat. I hope I’ll get to stay and play a bit. Happy 2024 to you!

[@annamilford7122]

Love this series already!!! Only day 2!!!. I think that pocket would also make a great journal cover- love the look & feel of it💕

[@CoriDahmen]

It does make a fantastic journal cover, but I’d maybe sew both vertically and horizontally to make sure the bits stay firmly in place. Thank you!

[@cheryl7476]

Thank you, Cori. It’s nice to know what to do with lace scraps besides on snippets. Happy New Year.

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and happy 2024 to you!

[@BlackDogDesigns]

My to do list keeps getting bigger and bigger🤣

[@CoriDahmen]

Me too, friend. Me too 😊

[@caroltadden7824]

So so pretty many thanks for sharing this. Do you have a tutorial on the centre black sections and how it was made please? I would love to try this as never seen that before. Thanks again

[@CoriDahmen]

Thank you and yes, if you look just a few videos back I share how I make that type of spine.

[@blackcoffeeandwildflowers]

This is so adorable! I have to give it a try! Since Santa brought me a small beginners sewing machine, I have a very beginners question. 😂 When you first sewed the small pieces of lace on the card in lines, did you just sew all the way off the ends of the card? Or did you stop when you reached the end each time and back stitched a little? I ask because it looks as if it was sewn all the way each time with no back stitching. Not until the final, all the way around stitch. Sorry most people probably know this already 😂. Thanks! Hugs 🤗❤️

[@CoriDahmen]

For the sake of ease and speed I sewed all the way to the edges and a bit beyond. I knew I’d trim it down and sew along all the edges once the lace was adhered, which also captures the cut ends of the long-stitch threads. It saves a lot of time and thread that way. Happy creating!

[@lorieduff7126]

Hi Cori, Where do I put the # ? To join in ? I don’t have utube channel I am not sure where I put this to take part.

[@CoriDahmen]

Hi Lorie! I put the # at the beginning of my words, in the title, which makes it easier for others to find. I've been horrible about updating my Instagram, but that is always a great place to share things!