Shabby chic stickpin book 1-30-14

[@ellescrapper]

Simply gourgious Lydia, I love making all types of fabric books, heck anything out of fabric since I made a living out of it designing for many fashion houses. So I know the joy of creating these wonderful book that make things looks difficult when it is an easy thing to do. But we must remember too, that every one don't know how to sew and might have a little fear not making it look like or come out to be like what they viewed in the vid they saw. But you did an awesome job congrats on a beautiful stick pin book, tfs! God Bless In His Grace, Lorisa

[@ItripledogdareU]

you're so right it may look intimidating but it's really easy, must just push the fear aside and give it a go and surprise yourself when you see how easy it is. I think the most difficult part is searching for the right laces to embellish it. TFW hugs

[@livartnow]

Oh, I totally LOVE these beautiful books you've made!! tfs, hugs and smiles, Linda

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Linda =D

[@annmarie6545]

Gorgeous books! Love the vintage sewing theme and all your details and little touches make these super duper gorgeous!!

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thank you =D

[@pattijaeger8941]

Just stumbled across this and so glad I did. This is gorgeous. Fiona is awesome and I love her videos. You created such a beautiful book. I have a little addiction to making stick pins and have made pin cushions inspired by Fiona. After watching this video my next project will be one of these. Thanks for sharing your talents.

[@fletgoldm]

Amazingly beautiful. Oh my goodness. I love it. It's so vintage. You are fabulous. You mentioned a RAK. I know the person who receives your book will be totally blown away. Tfs. Hugs. Marcia

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Marcia =D

[@ALittleBitCountry1]

Hi Lydia.....your stick pin books are BEAUTIFUL.....I love the black and white, but the white one is gorgeous too.....I think I like the black and white because it is smaller and I wouldn't use the bigger one....I love them both. The little charms are cute....the scissors and the machine....that measuring tape is great. You/ve got the best embellies....Great job Lydia...TFS, hugs, sharon :)

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Sharon...I love the small one, you can make it in less than an hour. TFW hugs

[@TheScrappyBookworm1]

Yet another one of your gorgeous projects added to my "to-do" list..lol. Oh my gosh Lydia you made both books so beautiful & elegant looking. Your stick pins are beautiful as well. I really like this idea for storing them. Tfs, Hugs :)

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Cynthia, easy peasy project. Happy Crafting =D

[@hummerklein2567]

I love your work darlin, this is my first time looking at needle work . God bless you and everything you touch .

[@ItripledogdareU]

+Hummer Klein Thank you xo

[@strandnixe1]

Woooow, Lydia, your Stickpin Books are very, very gorgeous and exquisitily. I love, love both. The black one is beautiful as well. Today I saw the video by Fiona. Her Stickpin Book is also very beautiful. Thanks for sharing your books and for inspirations. TFS Beate

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Beate I wanted to make a large one like Fiona's but I was afraid I wouldn't have enough lace to go around so I made mine smaller =D TFW

[@poetspice]

These are very pretty! Omg! I love the black and white one! Gorgeous!.

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Jami =D

[@janstok011]

Really pretty Shabby chic stickpin book and the stickpins are gorgeous. Also the black and white stickpin book is pretty too so stylish Tfs, Janetxx

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Janet =D

[@smartypantskidz]

such a gorgeous project - they turned out so pretty - just love them!!! You always create the most beautiful projects - thanks for all the inspiration! Carla

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Carla =D

[@barbbear35]

Absolutely gorgeous. You never cease to amaze me. Thanks so much for your inspiration. b

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thank you =D

[@buttonbags]

Beautiful stickpin books. I love how you did the one in black and white. TFS! Hugs, Mary

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Mary =D

[@dianascott25]

Stunning projects Lydia!! Absolutely love the black and white one. My favorite colors!! TFS. ~Diana~

[@CreatingLifeAfter60]

Lydia, these are just gorgeous and will make perfect gifts. I love the black and white, but my favorite is the first one. TFS Joyce

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Joyce =D

[@yippersmom]

Wow! you did a beautiful job, so many details work well done!

[@kellyweiskopf4466]

So beautiful. Love these. Fiona is great isn't she? She cracks me up!!

[@madebyaprilanne]

These are two of the most beautiful lace projects I've ever seen, Lydia! Can you imagine making a huge one and using it as a sleeping bag? LOL. I would totally do that, if I could!

[@ItripledogdareU]

Yes with the softest laces LOL. TFW hugs

[@anallanes02]

OMG. This is absolutely gorgeous. I am not sure that I watched this video. I have been watching videos to make one and this is one of my favorites. I have the one Anna sent me and I am in love with it, but I would love to make one myself. Thank you so much for sharing. Beautiful work. Ana

[@Tfriday77]

Gorgeous stinkpin book. I absolutely love it. All the laces, trim and flowers are perfect for your project. TFS... Hugs!!

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Friday! scrappy hugs =D

[@patscraftyhaven]

Your stickpinbooks turned out gorgeous, Lydia. Stunning job. TFS Patrizia

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Pat =D

[@littlebirdcreations7]

Wow! Lydia these are just gorgeous!! Love everything you used. TFS Melanie x.

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Melanie =D

[@NurseTara04]

Wow, your lace books are is so gorgeous Lydia! Tfs!

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks =D

[@sscrafter1]

Gorgeous!!! Love them both. I have a padded book, I have wanted to alter into a stickpin book. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Tammy, I'm looking forward to seeing yours. Everything you make turns out gorgeous! TFW hugs

[@BoxieBellBoxieBell154]

For the love of all thins stick pin, these are gorgeous, They are incredible Lydia. I absolutely love them. Big hugs

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Wanda =D

[@11craftycats]

Wow Lydia, these stick pin lace books are stunning, i just love all the beautiful laces, trims etc, the pockets are so cute, love them, tfs Mandy xx

[@paprluvr]

Beautiful! My fave is the black & white toile one. I love the contrast & the fabric. TFs.

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Tere =D

[@mznettyboop]

Your projects are so beautiful. You pins are so pretty. Love all of the laces and trims . I have to try this. tfs

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thank you and Happy Crafting =D

[@dinahalberts9018]

Very pretty, stick pin book on my list to make. You have really inspired me, awesome ideas.

[@ItripledogdareU]

+Dinah Alberts Thank you

[@create557]

Wow Lydia I love your version of these. I had seen Fiona's vid which by the is stunning. But I really like your black and white take on it. Gorgeous!!!! Diana

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Diana =D

[@bobbianncook3470]

OMGoshhh Sweetie I adore both of your Shabby Chic Stickpin Books! Absolutely GORGEOUS!!! TFS ad have a wonderful evening. Hugs and many blessings... Bobbi Ann

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thank you =D

[@2010pallen]

Both are beautiful. Love all the details. God bless, Peggy

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Peggy =D

[@afallas72]

Stinking beautiful chica wow I super heart your stick pin books that is totally on my crafty bucket list. Thank you for the inspiration. Mucho hugs, Anna

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Anna, have fun creating yours. TFW =D

[@kazeekins1]

Gorgeous .. both cushions are exquisite.Thank you for sharing . x

[@ItripledogdareU]

TFW =D

[@sassyscrappers]

OMG OMG OMG these are absolutely positively drop dead Gorgeous! I love them so much sweetie I can't even tell you. I had to watch it twice so I can see the first one again. I so want to make one, thank you for your inspiration. Drooooooling Hugs Bonnie

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Bonnie, please do I'd love to see it. I know it will be gorgeous! TFW hugs

[@hisblp]

We, at Creating the Crafty Life, were just talking about your lace stickpin book. We all loved it so much!!! TFS

[@ItripledogdareU]

That's so sweet...thank everyone for me Barb =D hugs

[@tOiNsPiReArT]

I had to come back to take another peek at your gorgeous book!! Lol You did an amazing job at creating it!! You really inspired me, with the book I recently made. Thank you!! I'm waiting for my partner to receive her book before I post my vid. TFS hugs Sandra

[@MaggieWhite]

Gorgeous stickpin books Lydia! Love them both! Your stickpins are beautiful too. TFS Hugs, Maggie

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Maggie, the appliques you sent me are stunning! Thank you!!! hugs

[@JenningsCraftsBoutique]

Sorry Lydia, I only knew you'd done this after I saw ideastocome's video a few minutes ago :) Its fabulous and I love the way you added the flower to the front! Yes I think the instructions prior to the tutorial explained it in a way one could understand it, well it must of done because you created this stunning stickpin book. I found because they are easy ADDICTIVE lol lol Hugs Fi xx

[@ItripledogdareU]

Hi Fi! I'm so glad you stopped by, I updated the links on my video so the ladies can stop by and view your wonderful tutorial. Thank you so much for the inspiration I had loads of fun creating these. Big hugs! *Lydia*

[@debbiehayslrtte]

I just don't know what to say...I'm speechless. These are stunning. Tfs, Debbie

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Debbie =D

[@hummerklein2567]

this is my favorite book .i love your placement of your keepsakes. thanks for sharing

[@Papermadepretty143]

Wow Lydia! How beautiful are these!! You did a wonderful job on creating them and what a lovely way to keep those gorgeous stick pins! You have inspired me to try and make one :) tfs

[@ItripledogdareU]

Happy crafting, easy and fun project. TFW hugs

[@juncrys315]

Not sure if I commented on this but this is stunning. I really need to take a beginner sewing class. Lol I love everything about this book. So much inspiration. Gasp!!! Tfs. Crystal

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Crystal =D

[@scrappassion01]

Very pretty!!!! You did a wonderful job!!! Betty

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Betty =D

[@Lfundoo]

Wowza Lydia! These books are absolutely GORGEOUS! TFS girly! Aloha, Linda

[@mermie353]

These are beautiful..I love the black one..well done, take care..Colleen

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks =D

[@kelli1234100]

Absolutely gorgeous Lydia. I wish I could work with fabrics, I cant sew anything! The applique pocket is stunning xx

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Kelly...you can do it =D

[@Lauraluvslace]

Lydia, they both came out absolutely beautiful, very nice....tfs....hugs Laura.

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Laura =D

[@TheTara148]

Wow Lydia...I love both of them...especially the first one!! Another project to add to the to do list lol!! Tfs Sharon :)

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Sharon =D

[@Ideas2come]

Wow Lydia so so beautiful !!! I would have loved seeing you create those !!! Love them, I so want to make one now !!! I didn't see that on Fi's channel I'm going to go check it out !!! TFS Hugs Heather

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Heather, you should give it a go, easy peasy =D

[@ScrappingLatina]

These are gorgeous mama.. Really stunning. Tfs.

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Jackie =D

[@madstamper64]

OMG! GORGEOUS! great job! Love it. The needle books should be super easy after making this...lol! TFS luv ya!

[@ItripledogdareU]

I hope so LOL, I do want to make one. TFW sis luv ya!

[@rkscrapaddict]

Really pretty!! And I love your pins too 😊

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Kelly =D

[@cloverblossom43]

Awesome project!! very beautiful!!

[@TeresaRogersLittleCreations]

This is absolutely gorgeous!!! I may just have to take up stickpin making!! Thanks for the inspiration!!

[@Crafticakes7]

OMGosh Lydia!! It is sOOoooOOoooOOooo beautiful!!! I so want to make one.. I have to put this on my must do soon list LOL!! tfs xoxo Glo

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Glo, it's easy peasy. Happy Crafting. Hugs!

[@carolscraftycottage]

Lydia, OMG! These are both so beautiful, I am into black and white lately so I really love this one:) tfs~Carol

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Carol =D

[@alicraft562]

Oh so vintage! Your stickpin books came out so pretty! tfs ~ali

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Ali =D

[@DaileyScrapper]

They're are so beautiful!!! Glad you went for it. Lol tfs

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thank you =D

[@maryleblanc6230]

OMG your books are so AMAZING! black & white is my fav :) Mary leblanc

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Mary =D

[@ChristinaBetts]

Oh my word! GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Christina =D

[@taraflowers1605]

Lydia! Super cute! I love them! :-D

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks =D

[@tOiNsPiReArT]

Beautiful and filled with such yumminess!! TFS ~Sandra

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Sandra =D

[@jenniengland7972]

GOREGOUS! LOVE both but my favorite is black and white one..i want one but have to build my supplies up lol

[@HazelMarieAnkrum]

Love them both. Tfs. Hugs and blessings.

[@delygirl1961]

Stunning Lydia

[@KimmyWard]

wow, big wow, cant wait to watch, this is the tops!

[@sweetcraftychick]

ohmmmgee, lydia! sooooo gorgeous! i wish i knew how to sew! i loooove it! your stickpins are beautiful as well! that tiny trim from nat's store is too cute! your second one is pretty too. thanks for sharing! big *hugs* and much aloha, steph :)

[@ItripledogdareU]

Hi Steph, you can so a straight stitch so easy. Put your needle through the fabric then go up and down, up and down. LOL If you have a sewing machine it will go a lot faster but a straight stitch works. It's just two pieces of fabric and batting. You can do it, easy peasy. TFW hugs

[@sweetcraftychick]

hee hee, i know how to do that kind of stitch :). i took sewing lessons once, but just need practice. gotta buy a sewing machine too, hee hee. i always have a fear that the stitching is not closed correctly and it will start to unravel. thanks again for sharing!

[@ItripledogdareU]

You're welcome girly =D hugs

[@CraftsandHaulswithLetty]

Gorgeous!!! that's all I can say love it so pretty...tfs Letty

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Letty =D

[@63sonotech]

Stunning! I hope I can somehow do one like this. WOW. hugs mona

[@ItripledogdareU]

You can do it Mona =D TFW hugs

[@TheRobnlaura]

LYDIA!!!! Omgosh!!! I'm in love with the first book you made! So pretty!!!! I am going to try and make one...I will let you know! My list is getting quite long on the things I want to make from watching your videos. Thanks for ALWAYS giving us all so much inspiration:) ~Laura

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Laura, Give it a go super easy project. Thanks for stopping by. Hugs!

[@Hopechestbride]

Both of them are Gorgeous! TFS

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks =D

[@JBLdy]

Hi Lydia -These are fabulous! Wow, wow! The first one is simply stunning! Looks like a lot of work went into it! The black and white one is beautiful too. Love the addition of the button card with the buttons. The fabric is gorgeous! So inspiring girly! (Though I'm pretty sure I'm too intimidated to try this. LMAO) Hugs ;) xo

[@ItripledogdareU]

You can do it Karen! make the small one first and you'll see how quickly it comes together, after you get a feel for the project you can make a bigger one, seriously the hardest part is looking through your stash for goodies to embellish with. TFW hugs

[@papercraftingirl]

Gorgeous, gorgeous stick pin books!!! tfs Lori

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Lori =D

[@boricuagirl]

Really beautiful, Lydia, love it! TFS Bori

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Marta =D

[@designedwithpurposebylisa8474]

Omggg. Gorgeous, I love them both! Tfs.

[@LindaMH]

your stick pin books are lovely- tfs!

[@ItripledogdareU]

TFW =D

[@TeacupAndRoses]

SO super pretty! lovely... and more :)

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks =D

[@shearbeauty6940]

They are both gorgeous! TFS Rosemarie

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Rosemarie =D

[@newsletters57]

havent been on you tube for some time now...You are amazing as usual.....

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thank you =D

[@Jazzyjess49]

Gorgeous! Just like Fi's creations. Hugs, Jess

[@shirlsstark]

They both are very stunning. Tfs

[@elemeniah]

OMGosh, Lydia both are just stunning!!! Did you sew everything or use hot glue as well???? This must of taken forever…..I'm speechless, it's so beautiful!!!! TFS….hugs!!!

[@ItripledogdareU]

Hi Lori, They are so easy to make, 10 to fifteen minutes for the book with out embellishments, the hardest and time consuming part is sorting through your embellishments and choosing what you want to use. If you are going to stitch it by hand it will take a little more time. I used a combo of all you mentioned. I machine stitched the fabric together then hand stitch the outer lace because I felt like sewing by hand, I find it relaxing. I used fabri tac glue to apply the center laces (down the middle of the spine) and hot glue for everything else =D Try making the smaller one, you'll be surprise at how quickly it comes together. TFW hugs

[@kdnkdd]

These are gorgeous. Adding to my long list.

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Karen, yeah I know that list LOL I have one too, so many projects so little time =D TFW hugs

[@bevy5192]

Beautiful work, I sure wish you would do a tutorial on this, I asked Fiona to do so too. I mean a step by step tutorial I am really a visual learner. Anyway just gorgeous and TFS. Hugs, Bevy

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Bevy...Fiona posted a tutorial, I made the book the same way except I used quilters batting. TFW =D Happy Crafting.

[@SabrinaAnn]

OMG I LOVE this!!!!tfs!!!!Hugs xoxo Sabs

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Sabs =D

[@TonyaHymes]

wow! i love your stick pin albums, what nice gifts they would make..tfs..huggz..tonya

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Tonya =D

[@shoeprincess1]

These are both stunning Lydia! I love the white one with all the tonal layers and the black and white is beautiful.....especially the cover fabric! Wow! Just gorgeous! Does the quilter's batting come flat out of the bag or do you flatten it to lay right? Anyway TFS! Your work is always fabulous :) Hugs, Brigitte

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Brigitte, It's rolled up but so soft, I had no problems getting it to lay flat. TFW hugs

[@swtlady1]

Simply gorgeous

[@MissArtlover76]

This is a beautiful stick pin book. Tfs Hugs Vicky

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks

[@cleanerjanh]

Hi Lydia, Oh WOW!!! Those are beautiful! I love everything about them alot! Now do you sew or glue the snaps & trims on, I did hear you say you used hot glue for the measuring tape. I want to give it a try now. I don't think I have any appliqués, but Im sure I can come up with something. Just so GORGEOUS!!! TFS, Janice

[@ItripledogdareU]

Hi Janice, I used hot glue and fabri tac I think that's what it's call to apply the laces, except the one around the edge of the book, I wanted to sew by hand but you can machine stitch or use hot glue. If you don't have enough appliques you can use doilies and pretty wide laces =D Hope you make one, I'd love to see it. TFW hugs

[@deewilliams3903]

SO GORGEOUS

[@ksue1616]

OMG I am so in love with the black and white one. So beautiful! I know you did initial sewing but like on the laces all around and in middle, did you sew those on or did you glue them? I will have to watch Fiona's video. They are both so pretty. ~Karen Sue

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Karen Sue, I hand stitched the lace around the book but only because I felt like sewing LOL, you can use fabri tac glue or hot glue. For the lace on the center of the book (top to bottom) I used fabric glue. Give it a go easy peasy. TFW hugs

[@suzyqcraft321]

Wow just stunning Love the black and white book beautiful.........TFS Suzy-Q

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thank you =D

[@LaSharown]

Lydia !!!! How are you I'ts been some time since we spoke. I pray all is well with you and your family...Don't you just love making these. I've been making them for quite some time. Take care and be well BTW These are so beautiful LaSharown

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thank you, I'm doing well. Finished my treatments all is looking good, next MRI is in October. I'm grateful for every day the lord gives me. TFW

[@LaSharown]

Dear Lydia Sending you a private message. :-))

[@Mzshortcake247]

Beautiful need to try this

[@Sheila6006]

Very pretty great job

[@ManuPeretini]

stunning!!!

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thank you =D

[@jeanneshumaker5255]

So cute!

[@alexandralegaspi]

Soo beautiful Lydia!!! which fabric did you use for the inside?

[@ItripledogdareU]

Thanks Alexandra, you can use any fabric but it's easy to grab a napkin LOL. That's what I used, I find them at the thrift store. This one is a soft gauzy cotton type material =D TFW