tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2828490590740045452024-02-19T20:20:31.283-05:00Oilcloth Addict - Feeding your Oilcloth Addiction with tips and tutorials with Modern JuneFeeding your Oilcloth Addiction with tips and tutorialsKelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.comBlogger409125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-80089836929605189212015-08-30T19:57:00.000-04:002015-08-30T20:02:50.852-04:00Sew Junie Shasta Series! <a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=282849059074004545" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a><a href="https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=282849059074004545" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></a>I have a great new toy and I'm sharing it all with you. Head on over to my new <a href="https://modernjuneblog.wordpress.com/2015/07/04/introducing-sew-junie/" target="_blank">Modern June</a> blog and read all about the history of my little Shasta camper! <br />
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I started blogging way back in January of 2007, I was a stay at home
mom of two, at the beginning of a creative journey. The <a href="http://modernjune.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Modern June </a>and <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Oilcloth Addict </a>blogs
took me down roads I never thought possible. After running a great
handmade business and writing two sewing books, I’m ready for a new
start. I’ve started a new blog on the Wordpress platform, and I trying
to find my creative voice again. <br /><br />Running a creative business can
take it’s toll on a creative person when it becomes all about money and
management. At some point, I started to feel like I had nothing more to
say to the world, so I stopped blogging. Then my family went through a
really rough patch and I became very tired and worn. As a result I
decided to take a break from the handmade side of my company, and I let
my staff go and I stopped making tablecloths and the other Modern June
goodies. Since the end of September I’ve been working through my burn
out recovery. It’s required a lot of Hulu, family fun and many, many
pajama days. Thankfully, I started feeling my like my old crafty self
again in December. <br /><br />Please join me at <a href="http://modernjuneblog.wordpress.com/">ModernJuneBlog.Wordpress.com </a>as I craft, sew and DIY myself silly. My <a href="http://modernjune.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Modern June</a> (1297 posts) and <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Oilcloth Addict</a> blogs will stay around as an archive and resource for us both. I still sell fabric, books and patterns at <a href="http://modernjune.com/" target="_blank">ModernJune.com </a>and I’ll still the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/oilclothaddict?ref=si_shop" target="_blank">Oilcloth Addict on Etsy</a>. <br /><br />Here’s to a new journey for me and <a href="https://modernjuneblog.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Modern June</a>!!<br /><br />Cheers, <br />Kelly McCants <br />Modern June, the Oilcloth AddictKelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-73398639843663590632014-12-16T21:29:00.000-05:002014-12-16T21:29:21.555-05:00No-Sew Oilcloth Tree Skirt <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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If you're like me you really love a retro tinsel tree. But, one of the drawbacks of artificial trees is the tiny little pole that holds all that kitschy bling. It's really hard to find a tree skirt that has a small enough hole that will cover up the tree stand. So when I set out to decorate my tree this year, I knew it was time to make a quick and easy tree skirt that would go right up to the pole.<br />
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My silver Christmas tree sits in a corner that has a radiator and a fireplace hearth, so I went with a small 28" diameter tree skirt. It's just a few inches bigger than the tree stand and works well in the space allowed. Oilcloth is 47" wide, so you can make it much bigger than my sample. <br />
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Once I picked out the red lace oilcloth, I needed to find the center of the oilcloth. Notice how the print has a medallion motif in the center of the width of the oilcloth? This motif repeats every 16 inches, so when you are working with a print with a predominate repeat you need to buy a bit more fabric than you need, so you can adjust your pattern left and right so your circular tree skirt looks its best.<br />
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Once I found the center of what will be my oilcloth tree skirt, I folded it in half and did a little <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/2014/04/non-traditional-ways-to-iron-oilcloth.html" target="_blank">finger press</a> to mark my center with a crease.<br />
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Next, I fold it into quarters so the wrong side is out; do so by folding it half width-wise and then length wise. Thankfully you can see a faint bit of the lace on the back side to help you fold properly and find dead center of the medallion.<br />
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To double check the placement you can place a pin in the corner as shown above. Open up the fold and check to see if your pin is in the center. If not, make any adjustments needed. <br />
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Refold and place some clothes pens along the folds to keep the fabric from sliding around. Use your ruler to measure out a quarter circle. Once you decide on the diameter of your tree skirt divide your that number by 2. My tree skirt is 28", so I drew an arc that is 14" from the corner, or pivot point. Using a ruler or table measure, make a series of dashes every inch or two from the top to the bottom of your arc, then connecting the dots
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Do the same process for the smaller hole that is in the center of your tree skirt. This hole needs to be the same diameter as the hole in the base of your stand that holds the pole of your tree. My stand has a 1" diameter hole so I make a tiny 1/2" arch at the corner of my folded tree skirt fabric. <br />
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Oilcloth doesn't fray or ravel so you don't have to finish off the edges. I used pinking shears to cut out the outer circle and regular scissors to cut out the center hole. <br />
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Now unfold the tree skirt and cut a straight line from the outer edge to the hole. I did this with a rotary cutter and ruler on top of my cutting mat. I just followed the print of the fabric to do so. This slit allows me to get the tree skirt on and off with ease.<br />
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June Suggests: If you have the time to make this super fancy you could trim off the edges with 1/4" bias tape, but you don't have to.<br />
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Simply wrap the tree skirt around the base of your tree and allow it to cover the stand. The back of the skirt will overlap and create a little volcano like shape. See, easy peasy!<br />
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Helpful tip: Oilcloth tree skirts are great for pet owners; the non-stick, water-proof, easy-to-clean surface helps with many issues. <br />
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You all know Dana from the popular <a href="http://www.danamadeit.com/" target="_blank">Made</a> blog, right? Of course you do! She's the talented blogger that brought us <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/57724353/orange-lace-oilcloth-sold-by-the-12-yard?ref=shop_home_active_2" target="_blank">orange lace </a>oilcloth <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/2010/03/great-idea-oilcloth-slip-covers.html" target="_blank">slip covered bar stools</a> and many more great <a href="http://www.danamadeit.com/page/3?s=oilcloth" target="_blank">oilcloth creations </a>of the years. </div>
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Dana is also the author of the book called <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Fabrics-A---Z-Essential-Choosing/dp/1584799560/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1333465694&sr=8-1" target="_blank">Fabrics A to Z</a> and The Fabric Selector. Dana believes that no fabric should be feared so she and Kate from <a href="http://seekatesew.com/" target="_blank">See Kate Sew </a>have teamed up for a new series called <a href="http://www.danamadeit.com/2014/11/dont-fear-the-fabric-with-dana-and-kate.html" target="_blank">Don't Fear the Fabric</a>!</div>
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Dana has been focusing on Oilcloth and Kate has been sharing <a href="http://seekatesew.com/?s=leather" target="_blank">tips, tricks and tutorials about leather.</a> I love this combo, in fact I think it's perfect. When I was a costumer for film and theatre (B.M. - Before Motherhood) I specialized in tailoring. In the 90's it was very popular for classical productions to have a modern look and leather was the fabric of choice for many costume designers. For example, I was on a team that made a dozen leather pants for an opera St. Louis Opera. I believe it was this set of sewing skills that have made me fearless enough to become <a href="http://modernjune.com/" target="_blank">Modern June</a>, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/oilclothaddict?ref=si_shop" target="_blank">Oilcloth Addict!</a> </div>
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Cute and easy <a href="http://www.danamadeit.com/2014/12/simple-handmade-gifts-oilcloth-coasters.html" target="_blank">oilcloth coasters</a>. </div>
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She's also giving away a great gift from Modern June for two of her readers. Head over to <a href="http://www.danamadeit.com/2014/12/sewing-with-oilcloth-book-fabric-giveaway.html" target="_blank">Danamadeit.com </a>to enter to win a copy of my <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/sewing-books/products/sewing-with-oilcloth-by-kelly-mccants" target="_blank">Sewing with Oilcloth </a>book and a four pack of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/56891084/four-fat-lil-quarters-choose-4-of-your?ref=shop_home_active_8&ga_search_query=fat%2Bquarters" target="_blank">fat quarters of oilcloth! </a></div>
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Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-56940377523035240192014-12-10T09:23:00.001-05:002014-12-10T09:23:38.967-05:00Pairings: Santa and Aqua Cherry Oilcloth <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Not every holiday gathering requires the fine china and freshly pressed linens. Come events are just for fun and no fuss, for those parties it's all about the paper plate! Besides some of these paper plates on the market are just so stinking cute that people like me just can't refuse them!!<br />
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Recently I've started hosting a craft night with some of my friends at the Modern June studio, we lovingly call it Stitch and Bitch! Every few Friday's we gather up our current craft project, some hors d'oeuvres, a bottle (or 2) of wine and sit around crafting and chatting the night away.<br />
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I've been using large scarps of oilcloth to cover one of the cutting tables at MJHQ to add a little cheer and for easy clean up. Food on the cutting table is normally a big no-no! Last week I showed up with my super cute <a href="http://www.target.com/s?searchTerm=santa+paper+plates&category=0|All|matchallpartial|all+categories&lnk=snav_sbox_santa+paper+plates" target="_blank">Santa plates</a> from <a href="http://www.target.com/" target="_blank">Target</a> and I knew right away which oilcloth to use, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/98973326/cherries-on-aqua-oilcloth-sold-by-the-12?ref=shop_home_active_1&ga_search_query=aqua%2Bcherry" target="_blank">Aqua Cherry</a>!! How cute is this combo? Tablecloths don't have to scream Christmas to totally rock the holiday spirit! <br />
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Oilcloth is the best for quick and easy decorating. And it's pretty darn cheep too! Use it for the buffet table and for the craft table. Just grab a few yards of oilcloth and cut it down to size. For this craft night, I started with 2 yards of oilcloth and I cut it down the center; in other words I cut it in half lengthwise. Oilcloth does not fray, so I didn't have the hem the edges. It's just a simple cut and go project!<br />
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I used a 24" x 72" piece of oilcloth for a table runner on the cutting table and I the other half could have been used on the project tables if they weren't already covered. Clean up was a breeze, I just wiped it down with a gentle household cleanser and a paper towel. Once is air dried, I rolled it up to store it for next time. <br />
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Come back for more of my holiday ideas soon! Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-5548714725677806412014-12-09T10:33:00.000-05:002014-12-09T12:19:57.325-05:00DIY Kit: Hanging Chalkcloth Banner! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Perfect for the holiday chalk art, dinner party menus, or an everyday to do list! Use this<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/213935459/hanging-chalkcloth-banner-kit?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank"><b> kit</b></a> to make your very own Hanging Chalkcloth Banner. <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/2014/11/chalk-cloth-banner.html" target="_blank"><b>Click here to see the tutorial! </b></a><br />
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Kit Includes:<br />- 18" x 47" of chalk cloth <br />- 24" dowel rod<br />- 1 yard of mini pom-pom trim <br />- 1 yard of ribbon<br />- 1 yard of bias trim <br />- 3 yards of 3 different rick racks<br />- 1 piece of chalk <br />- 1 permanent chalk marker<br />- Instruction sheet <br /><br />Kit Price: $20.00<br />
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Choose from 3 colors, green, aqua and red! <br /> <br />
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I get asked about the back of oilcloth often, so I thought I'd give you a close up look at the hard wearing fabric. The
back of oilcloth is impregnated with a cotton mesh or scrim, this gives
oilcloth it's edge over flimsy flannel backed vinyl. The scrim gives
oilcloth strength, because of this cotton mesh oilcloth can hold a stitch where the
other can not. Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-54358090023408062282014-11-20T16:40:00.000-05:002014-12-03T07:00:29.469-05:00Chalk Cloth Banner! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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A week ago I bought a few magazines that I haven't subscribed to in years. I stopped getting the magazines long ago cuz they made me feel bad. I hardly had time to read them let alone put the content to good use. But, all that has changed!! Now that I only have my little specialty fabric shop to work on I have time to be crafty again.<br />
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So I took my magazines, a cup of hot chocolate, and got to reading. I started with Martha Stewart Living's November Issue and BAM!! I was struck with an inspiration. The butcher paper banner menu needed to be made out of chalk cloth!! Right?<br />
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The next day I got stitching. I decided to use my <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/2014/04/scrappy-and-simple-bunting-tutorial.html" target="_blank">Simple Bunting tutorial</a> -- which is really easy version of my <a href="http://modernjune.blogspot.com/2013/06/oilcloth-fair-flags-for-country-living.html" target="_blank">Country Living Oilcloth Fair Flags</a> --as a jumping off point. <br />
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As I got about half way through with my banner I realized how silly I am. The inspiration for this
project really comes from the super cute Leslie Zellers. She and Amanda
(also very cute!) had just done this project at the Be Crafty Workshop in
Nebraska the week before. DUH!!<br />
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Leslie's version is much simpler and requires no sewing. I suggest doing what you have time for. <br />
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For my version you need the following stuff:<br />
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<li>1/2 yard of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/oilclothaddict?section_id=5685842&ref=shopsection_leftnav_7" target="_blank">Chalkcloth (TM)</a></li>
<li>24" dowel round that is 1/4" in Diameter</li>
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<li>Wide ruler, cutting mat and cutter</li>
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1. Fold your <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/oilclothaddict?section_id=5685842&ref=shopsection_leftnav_7" target="_blank">Chalkcloth (TM)</a> in half lengthwise and lay it out on your table so the folded side is nearest you. Then use pattern weights to keep the chalk cloth from curling up on you. <br />
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2. Hand press a crease a fold into the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/oilclothaddict?section_id=5685842&ref=shopsection_leftnav_7" target="_blank">Chalkcloth (TM)</a> by running your hands up and down the fold a few times. You can use a few clothes pens to keep it secure if need be.<br />
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June Suggests: Straight pins can leave holes in chalk cloth so I suggest using these <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/2009/01/tips-on-pinning-oilcloth.html" target="_blank">pinning methods </a>instead. <br />
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3. True up the right hand corners and the edge of your Chalkcloth (TM) using a large/wide ruler, cutting mat and rotary cutter. I like to use the grid markings on my mat to create a true line to start from. Line up your fold along the 1” line on your mat. Then place the ruler perpendicular to the 1” line. Make sure that your folded fabric doesn’t shift. Holding the ruler firmly in place cut a straight line cutting off about a quarter of an inch, or whatever it takes to get it even and true. Use a few <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/2009/01/tips-on-pinning-oilcloth.html" target="_blank">binder clips </a>to "pin" your side securely. <br />
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4. Now, flip your fabric upside down and repeat the last step on the other side of the fold. Cutting off just enough to true up the edge making the corners square and the edges even.<br />
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5. Find the center of your trued up chalk cloth and measure up 5", then use a pencil to make a small dot at this point. Fold up the Chalkcloth (TM) in half width wise, making sure not to hand press or make a deep crease. You will not want a fold line down the center of your banner. Place it on the cutting mat and with your ruler and cutter create an angled cut. Lay your ruler so it's going from the bottom banner (at the side) to the pencil dot in the center. This will create your notched banner. <br />
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6. At your sewing machine, sew a 1" casing along the top folded edge of
your banner. This is where you will slid in your dowel rod. Then sew the
sides and the bottom of your banner using a 1/4" seam allowance, making
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7. Now comes the fun part! I added a bit of glue and gold glitter to my dowel rod. You might notice that my dowel is not really a dowel rod but really a bamboo garden stake. I'm a big fan of using what I have, so when I didn't have a dowel long enough I grabbed the stake our of our shed instead. Sometimes you just have to make do, just to get things done. Now add a string and whatever bits of ribbon and trim you have in your scrap box to make is pretty! I used some of the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/212042089/pom-pom-trim-by-the-yard-pick-your-color" target="_blank">pom pom trim </a>that we sell in the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/oilclothaddict?ref=si_shop" target="_blank">shop. </a><br />
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8. Chalk Art! For this project snagged a<a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=santa+silhouette&client=firefox-a&hs=lDL&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&channel=nts&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=SmZ-VLW2KcyvggSMnoLoBg&ved=0CB8QsAQ&biw=1067&bih=519#rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&channel=nts&tbm=isch&q=santa+claus+face+outline&revid=945712621&imgdii=_" target="_blank"> free Santa image</a> of the old internet and dropped it into Illustrator and typed in my favorite Christmas saying. Not into Santa? That's cool, you could totally use some fun <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=santa+silhouette&client=firefox-a&hs=lDL&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&channel=nts&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=SmZ-VLW2KcyvggSMnoLoBg&ved=0CB8QsAQ&biw=1067&bih=519#rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&channel=nts&tbm=isch&q=clipart+hanukkah&imgdii=_" target="_blank">Hanukkah clip art instead.</a> After I got the image looking just right I printed it out, it filled up an entire 8 1/2" x 11" page but it still wasn't big enough, so I enlarged it 200%. I took <a href="http://emilyjeffords.com/#home-about" target="_blank">Emily Jeffords </a>advise that she shared on the <a href="http://indiecraftparade.com/blog/archives/2370" target="_blank">Indie Craft Parade</a> blog. Basically, I ran a bunch of regular chalk on the back of the paper and t<a href="http://instagram.com/p/v4CYeKxsPB/?modal=true" target="_blank">ransferred </a>it on to the Chalkcloth banner. Then I used a chalk pen marker to enhance the image.<br />
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For my Thanksgiving banner I used chalk and drew out my bird free-hand. Then I used a chalk marker to fill out my sketch.<br />
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Chalk markers can be found at your local art and craft shop. Check back soon I hope to have more in stock soon. <br />
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See my blog post <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/2014/11/to-cure-or-not-to-cure-that-is-question.html" target="_blank">To cure, or not to cure, that is the question </a>so you can see how to care for your <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/oilclothaddict?section_id=5685842&ref=shopsection_leftnav_7" target="_blank">Chalkcloth (TM)</a>! <br />
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I hope you all have a fantastic holiday season!Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-33167320008158188912014-11-19T20:08:00.002-05:002014-11-23T14:45:33.728-05:00Shop Small!! <table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 85%;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">To cure, or not to cure, that is the question. For years I've been telling you all to cure their Chalkcloth (TM), but I don't always do it myself. Why, you ask? Well, for one, I like the solid black nature of the unused <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/oilclothaddict?section_id=5685842&ref=shopsection_leftnav_7" target="_blank">Chalkcloth (TM)</a>. Especially when I use a chalk pen marker (found at your local craft shops and in the party section of Target). When I use a chalk pen I'm not going to erase it too often. I only use a chalk pen when I'm doing a menu on one of my<a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/chalk-cloth-goods" target="_blank"> chalk cloth runners or placemats<span style="color: black;">. </span></a><span style="color: black;">Or, for my super cute project tutorial I have planned for tomorrow. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 85%;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Some chalk pens can leave a ghost line behind, so I normally cure the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/oilclothaddict?section_id=5685842&ref=shopsection_leftnav_7" target="_blank">Chalkcloth (TM)</a> after I use a pen for a project. So, I'll use it black the first time, use a damp cloth to get the pen off and then I'll cure the chalk cloth. After that I'll use regular chalk or the pen again. Test your pen on a hidden bit of chalk cloth to test is first. Let it dry and see if it clean off nicely before use. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 85%;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">To cure your
new Chalkcloth (TM) simply lay a piece of chalk on its side on the chalk
cloth surface and rub all over, side to side, then wipe clean. I like to us a barely damp cloth to do the clean up. Now,
do this one more time, rubbing your chalk up and down this time. Wipe it clean one
last time and the Chalkcloth (TM) is now ready for use. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 85%;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;">Now, you need to know that the chalk will become sharp as you rub it up and down the cloth. These sharp edges will scratch the surface of your material or project. This is normal and there just isn't any way around it. You are turning fabric into a chalk board, which is by nature, a dusty and scratchy surface that is slate gray. </span></span><br />
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OK, what if you choose not to never cure your Chalkcloth (TM)? Well, in that case you'll see cover ghost lines that are left behind by the chalk pens and regular chalk. Meaning, you'll be able to see what you wrote the last time and the time before that. Eventually, it will be come scratched up when you use chalk cloth and it will become grey as you wipe it clean. Every time I've tried to keep a chalk cloth item black, I've ended up caving in and curing the surface. It just looks better in the end, all slate grey and dusty!<br />
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To care for your Chalkcloth (TM) just use a damp cloth or sponge to wipe down your projects when you're done. Chalk will build up on your towel so rinse and repeat until your happy
with the result. The more chalk dust you get off the blacker your
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Ghost lines and smearing are normal if you don't give your chalk cloth a good cleaning every once and a while. For example this is my <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/2009/02/chalk-cloth-board-tutorial.html" target="_blank">homeschool chalkboard</a> that I made back in 2009! As you can see this has gotten a lot of use with U. S. History lately. When all else fails and you have too many ghost lines like I do, just do the curing process all over again! <br />
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have a blast! Click here for a <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/search?q=chalk+cloth" target="_blank">ton of tutorials and tips</a> for Chalkcloth (TM). </span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica; font-size: 85%;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.0px;"><br /></span></span>Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-1321488249211133562014-11-13T16:11:00.000-05:002014-11-13T16:11:23.732-05:00I spy laminated cotton: Apartment Therapy <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Check out this super cute before and after project that <a href="http://ashleyposkin.virb.com/" target="_blank">Ashley Poskin</a> did for <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/" target="_blank">Apartment Therapy!</a> She<a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/before-amp-after-a-drab-card-table-gets-a-ladylike-makeover-212760" target="_blank"> tricked out an old card table</a> with some spray paint and a square of laminated cotton. Staple projects are my favorite! All you need is an old piece of furniture, a staple gun loaded with 1/4" staples and some <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/oilcloth-2" target="_blank">oilcloth</a> or <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/laminated-cotton-1" target="_blank">laminated cotton</a>. Bam, in just 30 minutes you have a transformed piece of furniture. Ashley used the Robert Kaufman Slicker fabric with <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/laminated-cotton-1/products/lady-bugs-laminated-cotton" target="_blank">lady bugs</a>. Love!<br />
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Laminates are softer and are easier when working with a round table top. Laminated cotton holds up just as well as oilcloth, so don't be afraid to use this fabric. If a laminate print work better for your decor go for it. It will hold up to wear and tear of everyday use. Check out this blog post to <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/2011/06/q-oilcloth-vs-laminated-cotton-vs.html" target="_blank">learn more about the two fabrics. </a>What is great is that both fabrics are water resistant and wipe down super easy.<br />
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Wouldn't this be the cutest kids table for Thanksgiving? <br />
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Now head on over and see how she did it <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/before-amp-after-a-drab-card-table-gets-a-ladylike-makeover-212760" target="_blank">here at Apartment Therapy. </a>Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-29280800265656848372014-11-12T09:40:00.000-05:002014-11-12T09:40:09.272-05:00Just In: Foxes and Chickens and Dots! Oh my! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Massively cute <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/207712108/medium-polka-dot-on-yellow-41-laminated?ref=shop_home_active_3" target="_blank">polka dots on pretty yellow</a> 41" laminated cotton. <br />
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Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-25478453779693808962014-07-24T07:38:00.000-04:002014-07-24T07:39:32.409-04:00Super cute holiday treasury! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Dang it, I totally forgot to eat a hot dog yesterday! At least I made it on to this fun <a href="https://www.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy</a> treasury that Jessica made up for <a href="https://www.etsy.com/treasury/NDk4OTU1MTl8MjcyNjUzNzk0Mg/happy-national-hot-dog-day" target="_blank">National Hot Dog Day</a>! Our <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/184216051/oilcloth-red-picnic-check-now-sold-in" target="_blank">red picnic check oilcloth</a> is perfect for such a glorious day! <br />
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<br />Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-61712877094388059482014-07-16T09:25:00.000-04:002014-07-16T09:25:00.263-04:00Modern June Out and About: SAS Interiors <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm happy to share <a href="http://www.sasinteriors.net/2014/05/an-outdoor-deck-for-outdoor-living/" target="_blank">SAS Interiors deck</a> with you all. How wonderful is this outdoor living space? After your done here, head of over to see more of Jenna's lovely <a href="http://www.sasinteriors.net/2014/06/patio-paradise-before-after-patio-makeover/" target="_blank">yard </a>and <a href="http://www.sasinteriors.net/2013/03/tour-my-home/" target="_blank">home</a>! I spy <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/buntings-and-banners" target="_blank">oilcloth party banners!</a> <br />
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Look at the moss on the table, it's the little touches like this that make a house a home! </div>
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Check out the wonderful <a href="http://www.sasinteriors.net/2013/06/diy-outdoor-pallet-sofa/" target="_blank">DIY pallet couch</a>! I want one!! </div>
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Pops of color with nature and <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/buntings-and-banners" target="_blank">oilcloth party banners!</a> </div>
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<br />Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-24355771636047590502014-07-15T08:43:00.000-04:002014-07-15T08:43:10.897-04:00Adorable new bias is here!! <br />
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<a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/tablecloths/products/square-oilcloth-tablecloths-3-sizes-mto" target="_blank">Square tablecloths</a> come in 3 sizes and <a href="http://modernjune.com/search?x=0&y=0&q=rectangle+tablecloths" target="_blank">rectangle tablecloths</a> come in 8 sizes. Pick from our most popular oilcloths to come up with the right look for you. Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-43302485291506987212014-07-07T11:38:00.002-04:002014-07-07T11:39:43.769-04:00My pot luck go-to recipe! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We have one, that go-to recipe that we pull out for every new baby, pot luck and sick friend. Mine is this Asian Chicken Salad! I must say, I haven't been a very good friend lately. Know how I can tell? I haven't made this salad in ages. No parties, and no friendly food drop-offs in far too long.<br />
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As stated earlier this year, my goal is to cut back on Modern June/Oilcloth Addict. To spend more time with my family and friends. Less is more, right? Right! Well last week I started putting that to work on a social level.<br />
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My dear friend, Christi, recently injured her thumb in a horrific manner (eek) and needed a little TLC! I was pleased as punch when she asked if I could bring up my Asian Chicken Salad and to stay for a visit. This is the salad I brought her when her second son was born nearly 14 years ago (YIKES). It's the same salad that I have taken to many a pot luck as well.<br />
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This is my pot luck quantity, cut in half for dinner time. <br />
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<b>Asian Chicken Salad </b><br />
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<li>6 boneless chicken breasts, marinated S & P, olive oil and a dash of sesame seed oil</li>
<li>8 oz of thin rice noodles</li>
<li>2 tbs sesame seeds, toasted</li>
<li>1/4 cup of slivered almonds, toasted</li>
<li>4 small heads of romaine lettuce, cut into strips</li>
<li>8 stalks of green onions, chopped</li>
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Make rice noodles according to the instructions on package and chill. A quick ice bath is handy if you are running low on time, drain excess water and chop noodles into 2 inch pieces. Grill or pan sear marinated chicken and cut into strips. Toast almonds and sesame seeds in skillet without oil to toast.<br />
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Arrange salad into big bowl and top with noodles, chicken, almonds, seeds and onion. Pour on the dressing and toss. <br />
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<li>4 tbs of sugar </li>
<li>2 tsp salt</li>
<li>1 tsp black pepper</li>
<li>1/2 cup of vegetable oil </li>
<li>2 tbs of sesame oil </li>
<li>6 tbs of rice wine vinegar </li>
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Here's a handy gadget that I picked up at Sur la Table, the <a href="http://www.surlatable.com/product/PRO-1295583/?affsrcid=Aff0001&CAGPSPN=pla&CAWELAID=120120820000006865&catargetid=120120820000101169&cadevice=c" target="_blank">ZipStrip Herb Stripper from Chef'n</a>! OMG, this thing is worth all 800 pennies I spent on it. Check out <a href="http://instagram.com/p/p68i0QRsPg/?modal=true" target="_blank">my son's demo on Instagram! </a><br />
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I hope you enjoy this as much as we do!<br />
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xoxo, <br />
Kelly Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-54737162682048502032014-07-06T11:28:00.001-04:002014-07-06T13:34:32.373-04:00Just Listed: Pillow-Palooza! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My 5 most popular <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/pillows" target="_blank">oilcloth pillow</a> combinations are now in stock and ready to ship! This round pillows are reversible and trimmed with a coordinating trim, they are perfect to freshen up your summer porch! Oilcloth is great for the outdoors, they happily weather the occasional shower.<br />
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Happy summer, <br />
Kelly Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-90388992642881410982014-07-02T09:50:00.000-04:002014-07-02T09:50:16.074-04:00Quilt Market: People Watching! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I know it's shameful really, but I am trying hard to catch up my blog! Slowly but surely, right? <br />
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I had a wonderful time at Quilt Market in May. Here are just some of the great people I got to hang out with. <br />
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Here I am with Kay from <a href="http://www.sewserendipity.com/" target="_blank">Serendipity Patterns</a> and Heather from<a href="http://goosiegirlboutique.com/blog/" target="_blank"> Goosie Girl Boutique! </a><br />
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Kori, from <a href="http://www.olivegracestudios.com/" target="_blank">Olive Grace,</a> is also a Country Living vendor friend. I was great to see her here as well! <br />
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<a href="http://www.incolororder.com/" target="_blank">Jeni Baker </a>and her new line for Art Gallery Fabrics. <a href="http://www.liveartgalleryfabrics.com/geometricBliss.html" target="_blank">Geometric Bliss </a>will have knits and voile's, as well as quilting cottons. <br />
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Sara Larson and her <a href="http://liveartgalleryfabrics.com/jungleAve.html" target="_blank">Jungle Ave</a>. collection for <a href="http://artgalleryfabrics.typepad.com/weblog/" target="_blank">Art Gallery Fabrics. </a><br />
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The seriously cute, Alexandria Winston. Stash Author of <a href="http://www.stashbooksblog.com/2014/01/a-visit-with-alexandra-winston-author-of-new-release-quilt-lab-the-creative-side-of-science-and-a-giveaway/" target="_blank">Quilt Lab. </a>I'll be sharing her book as well! <br />
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<a href="http://www.penguinandfish.com/index" target="_blank">Penguin and Fish</a> is a big favorite of mine! <br />
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Yours truly in the <a href="http://tinyseamstress.blogspot.com/2014/05/spring-collection-2014.html" target="_blank">Tiny Seamstress Design</a> (photo) booth! <br />
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I got to hang out with Kerri from <a href="http://kidgiddy/" target="_blank">Kid Giddy</a>. I'll be sharing her new book with you in another blog post soon! You will love it! : ) <br />
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I can't even tell you how excited I was too finally meet Monica from <a href="http://thehappyzombie.com/" target="_blank">Happy Zombie</a>! check out my badge holder that I made with her <a href="http://happyzombie.bigcartel.com/product/badge-holder" target="_blank">pattern</a>. OMG, she's awesome! </div>
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Here are three of my Columbus, Ohio friends! You might recognize them, they are my booth babes at the Country Living Fair in Ohio. From right to left: Trish Preston/<a href="http://twopeasinapoddesigns.com/" target="_blank">Two Peas in a Pod</a>, Kristen and Kerri! </div>
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This my buddy Kerri, she's a Junie and a friend. She made this super cute bag for Amy Butler. Thanks to Kerri, I got to meet and have dinner with Amy Butler. It's nice to have friends with great contacts! Amy is just as nice as can be! Kerri is a contract sewer. If you need it done she's your gal. Sorry for the blurry iphone photos, but I just had to share this! <br />
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Kelly Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-66355534849202325132014-06-30T08:05:00.004-04:002014-06-30T08:05:50.473-04:00Flash Back Photo Album: 2013 Country Living Ohio I'm going to be catching up on the blog this wee. Everyday I'm going to post a photo album that I should have posted ages ago! A lot has happened in the last 12 months that I haven't blogged about properly.<br />
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First up! Country Living Fair in Columbus Ohio 2013. This was by far the best set up to date, I hope you enjoy it! I'll be at this show again in September and I hope to see you there too. The dates are Sept. 12, 13, 14, 2014. Click on over to buy up your <a href="http://www.stellashows.com/shows/countryliving-ohio/" target="_blank">tickets</a>. I suggest you get the Early Bird tickets, this way you get great deals and first pick of all the goodies! Best of all, no crowds! <br />
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You know I'm doing this one first because we are starting to prep for it, right? This show is our best show of the year. It' takes a lot of sewing to get there. : ) <br />
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<br />Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-87546029249729111142014-06-27T09:13:00.000-04:002014-06-27T09:18:08.390-04:00I spy oilcloth and laminated cotton at Finding Home! A while back I invited the Lynn, from Finding Home to be a part of my <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/sewing-books/products/at-home-with-modern-june-by-kelly-mccants" target="_blank"><i>At Home with Modern June</i></a> blog tour. I asked her to show her readers how to use the covered seat cushion project that is in the book. I also sent her a box full of black and white <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/oilcloth-2" target="_blank">oilcloth</a> and <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/laminated-cotton-1" target="_blank">laminated cotton</a> to play with. <br />
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Lynn, used our great <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/oilcloth-2/products/picnic-check-black-oilcloth" target="_blank">Black Picnic Check oilcloth </a>to <a href="http://findinghomeonline.com/upholstering-chairs-oilcloth-giveaway/" target="_blank">recover her kitchen chairs</a>. This fabric has been a big hit. We started carrying it thanks to fellow blogger, The Painted Home, when she had picked it out for her Crafty Camper <a href="http://oilclothaddict.blogspot.com/2014/04/tour-crafty-camper.html" target="_blank">seat cushions</a>. <br />
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The chairs are lovely, aren't they? <br />
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Next, she made simple <a href="http://findinghomeonline.com/summer-table-decorating-ideas/#more-14374" target="_blank">oilcloth</a><a href="http://findinghomeonline.com/summer-table-decorating-ideas/#more-14374" target="_blank"> placemats </a>by cutting a single layer of oilcloth into squares. She topped it all off with a <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/laminated-cotton-1/products/red-dot-laminated-cotton" target="_blank">laminated cotton runner</a>, again, just a simple cut piece of fabric. Both of these fabrics are great, they don't fray so you don't have do any fussy sewing -- if you care not. </div>
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Then she got fancy! Lynn created a<a href="http://findinghomeonline.com/oilcloth-utensil-holder-no-sew/" target="_blank"> no-sew silverware sleeve</a> with <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/oilcloth-2/products/polka-dot-black-oilcloth" target="_blank">black polka dot oilcloth</a> and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/search?q=washi%20tape&ref=auto4&explicit_scope=1" target="_blank">washi tape</a>. Next she topped it off with a chalk cloth tag, that she made with a punch that she just happened to have. A very crafty gal!<br />
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See her blog, Fining Home, to see how she made the<a href="http://findinghomeonline.com/oilcloth-utensil-holder-no-sew/" target="_blank"> template</a>. <br />
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I hope you enjoyed this peek into Lynn's lovely home! See her blog Finding Home for so much more!<br />
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xoxox,<br />
Kelly <br />
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I am excited to share you with you an <a href="http://livingonthecheap.com/book-easy-diy-home-projects/comment-page-1/#comment-5424" target="_blank">article</a> about <a href="http://modernjune.com/collections/sewing-books/products/at-home-with-modern-june-by-kelly-mccants" target="_blank"><i>At Home with Modern June</i>!</a> Susan Hauser (super sweet) and I spent an hour chatting last month about my new book, We focused on how AHMJ can help you make ends meet while gaining high style for your home. We had a great time chatting, so head over to<a href="http://livingonthecheap.com/book-easy-diy-home-projects/comment-page-1/#comment-5424" target="_blank"> Living on the Cheap</a> to read all about it! <br />
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In honor of this great press I'm giving away 2 copies of At Home with Modern June! One here, on the blog, and a second one on my <a href="http://instagram.com/themodernjune" target="_blank">Istagram</a> feed! To enter for the blog copy, just leave me a note with your favorite <i><b>living on the cheap </b></i>tip and I'll pick a winner on Friday night!! <br />
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Happy reading and good luck,<br />
Kelly Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-87295849438358255662014-06-23T07:00:00.000-04:002014-06-23T07:00:04.168-04:00Local Book Signing and Demo! <br />
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My local quilt shop, <a data-cke-saved-href="http://quiltingadventures.com/home.aspx" href="http://quiltingadventures.com/home.aspx" target="_blank">Quilting Adventures</a>,
is celebrating 9 great years and I get to be a part of the festivities!
I'm excited to be doing a demo and book signing at 12:30 on Saturday, June 28th. To see the
schedule for the Quilting Adventures Anniversary Celebration click over to
their<a href="http://quiltingadventures.com/map-directions.aspx" target="_blank"> event page. </a><br />
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I'll see you all at their lovely shop in Richmond, VA at Willow Lawn on Saturday. Click here for<a href="http://quiltingadventures.com/map-directions.aspx" target="_blank"> directions!</a> <br />
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Happy Sewing, <br />Kelly Kelly McCants http://www.blogger.com/profile/11257009777921454100noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-282849059074004545.post-55171946728940814792014-06-22T10:09:00.000-04:002014-06-22T12:24:27.363-04:00Summer Sale! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />It's that time of year again, it's summer! We're celebrating our
favorite season with a sale. Save 20% on all our products and fabrics by using coupon code <b>summer20sale</b> at <a href="modernjune.comhttp://modernjune.com/" target="_blank">modernjune.com</a> and at our Etsy shops: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/oilclothaddict?ref=si_shop" target="_blank">Oilcloth Addict</a> and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/modernjune?ref=si_shop" target="_blank">Modern June. </a><br />
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Sale ends Friday, June 27 at Midnight! <br />
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Happy shopping, <br />
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I am so excited to carry Jessica Jone's wonderful laminated canvas! It's a high quality canvas that is laminated on the face of the fabric. The modern design is very exciting for us, there's not a lot of this out there in easy to care for laminates.<br />
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It's pretty thick stuff, but I still think it'll make a great tablecloth! It's thick enough to make terrific placemats!! I can't wait to play with this, it just arrived last night and I'm having a hard time doing my scheduled work! ; ) <br />
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