This may be my very favorite piece that you have ever made. The whole idea of a memory keeper with the pockets and exquisite stitching is wonderful..I am never disappointed in your videos.
This is really beautiful Lauretta. The pockets are a great idea and it definitely would have a purpose for me. It will go on my to-do-list! I recently bought some old napkins/handkerchiefs so they would come in handy. I love the way everything blends so well together, the lace, the photos and your stitching! Ines xx
What a beautiful book. I’m hoping to be able to make something similar. I’ve never made a cloth journal though. I just love yours. My problem is I over think things and trying to decide how to place the fabrics is a little difficult as I’m thinking too much about it. I’d like to know how to just let my creativity flow. I can’t create ideas for myself. I have to go by other peoples ideas. Beautiful, beautiful book. You have a new subscriber. I love your videos.❤
Thank you so much! I know lots of people struggle with "overthinking" the creative process. It might help if you limit your color palette, or limit the fabrics you have to choose from for a specific page. You could also set a timer and allow yourself x amount of minutes to set up your collage. Just for practice. My mother always told me to only offer my children 3 things. For example they could have a cookie or chips or an apple. Otherwise, if they just opened the fridge or the cabinet they'd stand there for half an hour because there was just too much to pick from. I have a HUGE stash of fabrics etc to pick from, but I find if I just go through and gather 10-20 fabrics within a specific color or theme (maybe polka dots, or flowers etc) it definitely goes easier. It also lends an overall cohesiveness to the book. I hope you make one. I hope you have fun with it. I adore making them. Thanks for watching! xoxo
Thank you, Helen. Very kind of you to say. I have 3 kids. My eldest is the crafty one and she has done some embroidery, but she mostly crochets and sews. But all three appreciate the work, so that's good. Maybe my grandkids will be stitchers. One can only hope! xo
Gorgeous! Enjoy your (4 day) thanksgiving! Did you know that it is an actual scientific fact that eating turkey makes one sleepy?! The weird things I know… and am happy to share! 🤓😁 Take care 😉❤️
WOW!!! This is absolutely stunning!!!! I love love love it!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you so much, Angela! It was fun to do and I'm happy the way it turned out. Have a great Thanksgiving! xo
This may be my very favorite piece that you have ever made. The whole idea of a memory keeper with the pockets and exquisite stitching is wonderful..I am never disappointed in your videos.
Thank you so much, Ann! That's so kind of you to say. Take care. xo
So Beautiful! I just love the all the lace! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you, Sheila! xo
Absolutely gorgeous. I’ve always wanted to create a fabric journal so thank you for the inspiration.💕🌹🌹🌹
Thank you, SuzieQ! I hope you give it a go! xo
It is beautiful Lauretta, a lovely heirloom piece. Tfs Hugs Susanna xx 😄♥️🪡🧵
Thank you, Susanna! I can't believe with everything going on, I actually finished it. lol Take care! xo
Absolutely Gorgeous 🤩❤️😍
Thank you, Marita! Happy to hear from you again!! Hope all is well. xo
Gorgeous. You're always so inspiring x
Thank you so much, that's very kind of you to say. Take care! xo
Absolutely beautiful
Thank you! 😊And thanks for watching. xo
This is really beautiful Lauretta. The pockets are a great idea and it definitely would have a purpose for me. It will go on my to-do-list! I recently bought some old napkins/handkerchiefs so they would come in handy. I love the way everything blends so well together, the lace, the photos and your stitching! Ines xx
Thank you, Ines! This was a ton of fun to make. It's being shipped off to its new home tomorrow! (I'm gonna miss it a little. lol.) Take care! xo
So lovely!
Stunning Loretta!💕
Thank you, Natalie! xo
Absolutely stunning! New to your channel, found you through IG. Your appreciation for vintage is so inspiring, thank you for sharing.🥰🇨🇦
Thank you, Heather! Welcome to my channel. xo
How beautiful!!
Thank you! 😊And thanks for watching. xo
Beautiful book
Thank you, Stephanie! xo
It is so beautiful
Thank you, Cathy! xo
Beautiful!
Thank you! xo
Very pretty! Happy thanksgiving to you Loretta!
Thank you, Terry. You too!
Wow, lovely! I would have to keep it.
Thank you, Lynne! It was fun to make. xo
Gorgeous
Thank you! xo
Wonderful
Thank you so much! xo
Lovely!
Thank you, Miss Jay! xo
What a beautiful book. I’m hoping to be able to make something similar. I’ve never made a cloth journal though. I just love yours. My problem is I over think things and trying to decide how to place the fabrics is a little difficult as I’m thinking too much about it. I’d like to know how to just let my creativity flow. I can’t create ideas for myself. I have to go by other peoples ideas. Beautiful, beautiful book. You have a new subscriber. I love your videos.❤
Thank you so much! I know lots of people struggle with "overthinking" the creative process. It might help if you limit your color palette, or limit the fabrics you have to choose from for a specific page. You could also set a timer and allow yourself x amount of minutes to set up your collage. Just for practice. My mother always told me to only offer my children 3 things. For example they could have a cookie or chips or an apple. Otherwise, if they just opened the fridge or the cabinet they'd stand there for half an hour because there was just too much to pick from. I have a HUGE stash of fabrics etc to pick from, but I find if I just go through and gather 10-20 fabrics within a specific color or theme (maybe polka dots, or flowers etc) it definitely goes easier. It also lends an overall cohesiveness to the book. I hope you make one. I hope you have fun with it. I adore making them. Thanks for watching! xoxo
I think this is extremely INCREDIBLE!❤️it belongs in a quilt/stitch museum. Do any of children (not sure how many you have) stitch at all?
Thank you, Helen. Very kind of you to say. I have 3 kids. My eldest is the crafty one and she has done some embroidery, but she mostly crochets and sews. But all three appreciate the work, so that's good. Maybe my grandkids will be stitchers. One can only hope! xo
Gorgeous! Enjoy your (4 day) thanksgiving! Did you know that it is an actual scientific fact that eating turkey makes one sleepy?! The weird things I know… and am happy to share! 🤓😁 Take care 😉❤️
Thank you, Gwen! Yes, I think it's from the tryptophan in the turkey?? I think. You are always welcome to enlighten me with your knowledge, girl. xo