Fabric Hound

Christmas is coming…

Myrinda Dixon — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:14:33 +0000

ack!!! ok, not like shopping and baking and such yet! I know, you’re thinking, “I JUST sent those kids off to school and now you’re talking about letting them have a holiday already?!?!” No no no…that’s not what I mean.
I mean NEW Christmas fabric from Riley Blake of course!

like this adorable Scatter Flannel in Red (also available in green). More prints available in the Christmas section of Quilting Cottons…

These darling trees are bright and festive…sure to be perfect for many holiday outfits and crafts.

I do still have Japanese import fabrics to add to the site, be sure to stay tuned for those…and maybe a little Labor Day sale

Super Spendy Sale!

Myrinda Dixon — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 13:50:02 +0000

Now that lots of the kids have gone back to school (not mine though,lol!) you’re sure to have a little more time for sewing Back to school outfits don’t have to be limited to the first few days…around here, it’s summer weather still and I’m still sewing up a pile of fall items for when the weather turns…not to mention Halloween and Christmas right around the corner.

I was wondering what to do with myself today when my pal, Spendy Wendy, suggested a sale…can do, I said! So…30% off ALL fabrics (CLEARANCE INCLUDED) through Monday AUG 30 with code SSS30. Code will show on the site in the description of items that qualify, so no need to write it down and please, feel free to share with friends This also includes JUST LISTED Boo To You! Halloween fabric from Riley Blake!

Remember that reviews and good quality pics (to use on the site or blog) featuring items made with patterns and supplies bought from me will earn you a $1 gift certificate. You can save them up and treat yourself to a little spree. Email pics to myrinda@fabrichound.com.

thanks and happy shopping!
Myrinda www.fabrichound.com

Back to School SALE

Myrinda Dixon — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 16:47:34 +0000

ok…well, not for MY girls yet…but that leaves me time still for a vacation and some back to school sewing. What about you? Are the kids ready to go back to school in style? If not, come on by and pick up a fresh look for them!

Until Aug 4, 25% off patterns, embellishments (iron and sew on) and domestic cotton quilting fabrics with code “BTS25″. I’ve restocked and added NEW styles from Izzy & Ivy, Pink Fig and farbenmix. The El Porto duffle from studioTantrum would be a HUGE HIT with the tween crowd…a great project you could even try together

Shipping Dept (uh, that’s me of course) will be closed Friday Aug 6 to Tuesday Aug 17. Shop away and your orders will resume shipping August 18. Last day to get your order in before the closure is Wednesday August 4.

Please know-I LOVE to see your finished projects using fabrichound products and would love to share them on the blog. I’d also LOVE to see some reviews submitted to the site Share your project or write a review and get a coupon for $1 off. You can save them up and even use them during sales! Send picture to my email myrinda@fabrichound.com and submit reviews directly to the site, thank you.

CRAZY SUMMER CLEARANCE! 50% off!

Myrinda Dixon — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 18:00:24 +0000

I know, I must be totally out of my mind! And in a way, I am. Fabric up to the rafters is making me a little crazier than usual and I’ve actually always wanted to have a sale so good, you just can’t POSSIBLY resist! Plus, I’m super motivated to move some stuff to I can freshen things up around here and it’s just easier to have a big ol sale, than run around marking a few things down, then a few more, then a few more, ugh! I know it’s MUCh easier to shop when almost everything is on sale, right? Soooo…

50% off almost everything until July 5! And you will LOVE the new feature that shows the coupon code to ALL shoppers! Invite your friends! This is positively my biggest sale of the year and will not be repeated. And it’s your chance to stock up on items you’ve had your eye on!

I do have to say, I have still had a few issues with inventory, but the payment issues should all be resolved now. BE SURE you get a confirmation of your order with payment or it’s not fully in the system and you might miss out on something.

Be sure to let me know if you’re having ANY problems and enjoy shopping!
www.fabrichound.com

Topsy Turvy and a WINNER!

Myrinda Dixon — Thu, 06 May 2010 03:13:44 +0000

First-Chops chose #7 for the winner of the scrap pack…

Regina L // Apr 27, 2010 at 4:18 pm

Love Fabric Hound…Love Melly & Me…Love scrap bags!!!

Email me myrinda@fabrichound.com with your address. Thanks for playing!

And now…the moment I know ALL of you have been waiting for…our Topsy Turvy Strawberry Planter ONE WEEK later…

Yes, there are a few small berries coming along…I actually picked these two and they were yummy!!! So far, so good…maybe it IS possible for me to grow something!

Still glitchy but with FREE SHIPPING!

Myrinda Dixon — Mon, 03 May 2010 13:12:08 +0000

UGH! Yes, that’s what I said, still glitchy But one of the glitches is that you are getting FREE SHIPPING! I did alert my web guy and I hope he fixes it today, but until he does, come take advantage of me, I mean, this great deal! lol! Why pack up the kids and drag them all down to a big chain store when you can have your selections lovingly packaged and delivered directly to your doorstep?
I don’t know how soon it will be fixed, so get your orders in asap!
Offer applies to US addresses only, Int’l customers will get 10% off and will be billed seperately for the shipping.
Please also bear with me in that when they did the switch, some of the inventory got jumbled, so I might not have quite as much as the site says. I have to examine each of those and adjust accordingly.
Happy shopping!

Technical Difficulties UGH!!!

Myrinda Dixon — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 19:49:31 +0000

Apologies all…my web service was moving the site to a fresh new server over the weekend and now we’re glitchy…boo! I promise, a big juicy sale when we’re finished. Hopefully the fresh server will eliminate some of the issues we seem to continue having.

In the meantime…let me soothe your inner fabric monster with a giveaway…a flat rate envelope FULL of scraps suitable for making several Melly and Me patterns. I love the Sangsang dollies above and they have loads of patterns that are great for using up your small bits! Just comment here…US addresses ONLY please! Winner will be chosen randomly on MONDAY May 3.

A little naptime help

Myrinda Dixon — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 23:03:11 +0000

I’m honestly a little jealous of my youngest child. She not only has the opportunity, but is EXPECTED to take a nap every day. I wish people would give ME just one hour of peace every day…alas, I am the momma and there’s no rest for the wicked, um I mean, the independent lifestyle fabric shop owner.
Anyway, the little imp seems to have a hard time settling lately. I totally understand…I’m really not a sleeper by nature and remember many a nap time spent with a kindly preschool teacher rubbing my back. I thought the problem might be helped with a special friend to make naptime a little more cozy.

I made one of this darling little stuffed friend for another friend’s birthday and it came out so cute! I’ve been dying to make more and this was just a great opportunity. We used lots of pink fabrics (that being the Diva’s favorite color) and she promptly named it Tasi. I added the “Too” to her name, since we already have a handmade doll named Tasi. By the way, Tasi is a REAL person…she heads up the arts enrichment program at Aurora’s school and is just a fun and lively as the dolls named after her.
Love Tasi? You can make your own in two sizes with this Melly & Me pattern (Sangsang). If you haven’t tried a Melly & Me pattern, I think you’ll be plesantly surprised at how easy they are…I’ve done this little dolly in an afternoon and you can too! Be on the lookout for scrap packs coming soon!

Fresh Inspiration and a sale

Myrinda Dixon — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 14:33:24 +0000

I can feel the spring and I hope you can too! More sun in the afternoon always inspires me to sew more. Plus, when you go to the mail and there’s a box and inside the box is a darling purse from your sewing pal Mary…well, if THAT doesn’t inspire a person, I don’t know what would…

Here’s the purse. It’s totally cute, right? I put my stuff in it right away and have been carrying it all work. I just love it! Thanks Mary!!!! She also included a special saint for my bacon, but that is a seperate post

What about you? What are you working on or what do you have planned? Maybe you need some fresh inspiration? This week, find some at 15% off…Asian import fabrics, regular patterns (not downloads), books and Kid’s Arts and Crafts are all on sale until Wednesday March 31. Entter code 15fresh when checking out. Shipping dept will be closed Thurs April 1 through Sunday April 4. We will resume shipments Monday April 5.

I always love to see your finished products, whether they are for sale or just for yourself. You can share with other fabrichound fans on our facebook fan page. Be sure to subscribe to the blog as well…Spring Market is coming and I’m sure you’ll want to see the freshest new fabrics right away!

Happy Spring sewing!

Back to sewing…

Myrinda Dixon — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 00:59:10 +0000

now that all this Girl Scout cookie madness is over, I can get back to some sewing. I’m challenging myself to do MORE sewing (which, at this point would actually be SOME sewing) and finish some UFOs.
First on the list is this kawaii robot hoodie. I actually need to make two, one for me and one for Jonah. Of course we will wear them to Spring Market, heehee. She chose a yellow zipper and mine is red.

Close up of the pocket detail

How did I possibly manage to produce this adorable hoodie? Well, it was actually pretty easy…
pattern-Favorite Things The Hoodie
fabric-Japanese Import French Terry Rockin Robots
pocket embellishment-Pink Robot Friend

I did make a change to the pocket. This one I specifically put on for my phone or music player. I’m telling myself I will go walking or something but, uh…anyway…the pattern was super easy to follow, you could easily make this in a day, beginners maybe take two. The zipper was easy too, I think because it’s a separating zipper. The instructions also call for something in the casing of the hood. I do have both red and orange twill tape…guess I’ll have to put some of that in. I’m also thinking of reopening the sleeve hem and adding a bit of elastic…well, I’m sure many of you have the same problem, right? Just a little something here and…lol!!!
Many of you have expressed your approval on Facebook…check the links if you like the fabric and pattern. This pattern is also available for kids, so you can make matching hoodies if you like
Post here for a chance to win a robot friend of your own, in pink or blue…I’ll pick a winner tomorrow!