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30/30 Sewing Challenge: Goals Link Up

3/1/2014

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30/30 Sewing Challenge at Berry Barn Designs
Welcome! The 30/30 Sewing Challenge starts today.
I'm tackling my 2014 goal to sew more for me by carving out 30 minutes for 30 days. If you could also use a little motivation to make time to sew every day for yourself and your enjoyment, then this is the challenge for you. Join us for the month of March to start a great sewing habit and to share your success!
Hearing about this for the first time, and need more information about the challenge? Check out my original inspiration post for some background. Grab the button, find out about prize entries, and see the complete link up schedule right over here.

And now, on to my 3030SC goals! I chose four small projects for the month, hoping to focus on one each week. I tried to cover my bases - a little quilting, a little clothing, a little something for my studio. (On a side note, can anyone recommend a great infinity scarf tutorial?)
Pretty in Patchwork: Doll Quilts by Cathy Gaubert
1. Maverick Star Mini
The cover quilt from Pretty in Patchwork: Doll Quilts by Cathy Gaubert and the
next up in my miniQuilt Color Study!
I'm Feeling Crafty's Sewing Machine Cover
3. Sewing Machine Cover
So many cute tutorials out there like this one from I'm Feeling Crafty. Got to
make one to dress up my Janome.
Anna Marie Horner voile
2. Voile Infinity Scarf
Ran across this gorgeous AMH voile
and thought it'd make the perfect
spring [radiant orchid] scarf.
The Cupcake Apron by Jamie Christina
4. Kitchen Apron
I've had The Cupcake Apron pattern by Jamie Christina on hand a while. Need
to get it made for cute cooking attire!
Ok, your turn! I look forward to seeing what you're working on during the challenge.

Edit: I've had a few people ask if you have to be a blogger to join in the 3030SC. You don't! But you do need a way to link up each week (Flickr is a great option.) Any site that you can grab a URL from to link a post/pic/caption of your goal/progress is fine : ) The more who get to "sew selfishly" this month, the better!
An InLinkz Link-up

30/30 SEWING CHALLENGE DATES:
Saturday, February 1st: 3030SC Inspiration Post
TODAY--> Saturday, March 1st:  Goals link up - tell us your 3030SC plans!
Saturday, March 8th:  Weekly link up - share what you've done!
Saturday, March 15th:  Weekly link up - share what you've done!
Saturday, March 22nd:  Weekly link up - share what you've done!
Saturday, March 29th:  Weekly link up - share what you've done!
Monday, March 31st:  Challenge complete! 
Link up and show off your 3030SC accomplishments for a chance to win!
Tuesday, April 8th: 3030SC prize winners announced! 
34 Comments
Mara
3/1/2014 01:49:37

I've never done an infinity scarf, but there are plenty out there and the fabric looks beautiful.

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 07:33:50

I found a bunch on Pinterest - I just want to make sure I make the most of the material and that I pick one that's easy and quick! Thanks for stopping by, Mara : )

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Lorna McMahon link
3/1/2014 04:22:46

Yeah! This is going to be sew much fun! And yet, sew scary all at the same time. Thanks for putting out the challenge, Sarah!

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 07:32:24

I agree about the daunting part - when I looked at my calendar this month, finding thirty minutes each day is going to be tricky on a few of them. (Though I won't discourage anyone from making up a day or two here and there because I know life gets busy sometimes!) Thanks so much for joining me, Lorna : )

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Malini link
3/1/2014 05:41:26

I think I am in this year. I have a quilt top, which I need to finish for myself. Can I just have one goal ?

Here is a great tutorial on infinity scraf. I made couple of them and love it!

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 07:28:46

Yes, definitely! You can have one or thirty goals - whatever you want to work on for yourself with your thirty minutes each day : ) I went with four so I could do one a week and clear out a few small projects that have been sitting by the wayside, but you can focus on your top all month. If you have that scarf link, I'd love it!

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Malini link
3/1/2014 14:53:37

That's awesome! I am going to focus on finishing the quilting on my Groovy quilt. Its been a long time since I worked on it.

Here is the link to infinity scraf tutorial:
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcdhXZkJFqw" target="_blank">Infinity Scraf Tutorial</a>

Lori Michel link
3/1/2014 08:18:08

Lorna sent me an invite, this I have to do, I have so many skirts to make and that sewing machine cover is too cute......

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 08:31:07

Perfect! I see skirt patterns all over that I adore, but I'm a bit zipper-shy... I'd love to see what you make. (I just ordered a dress pattern, but it's a wrap/tie close, so I can avoid tackling zippers a little bit longer ; ) Hope to have you join us, Lori!

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Lori Michel link
3/1/2014 08:50:59

Sarah, I so not like zippers either, when my boys would say " hey mom can yoy fix these pants, I would reply, verlco, snaps or buttons.... ....

Pat link
3/1/2014 09:46:13

I want to play ... with the fabric. Thanks for hosting ... :) Pat

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 12:05:22

Thanks for playing! : )

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Cindy Dahlgren
3/1/2014 09:56:30

Anna Marie Horner has a good tutorial on her blog on infinity scarves. Try taking a look there.

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 12:06:07

Thanks for the tip, Cindy! If I'm going to use her fabric, might as well go see what her tutorial is all about : )

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Cindy Dahlgren
3/1/2014 10:19:24

I'm going to try and join you via Flickr. I am doing the Star Light, Star Bright QAL, and it's for me. I also plan to make a sewing machine mat and cover? I also want to make myself a purse, and maybe a cute little spring banner to hang on my door. Who knows what I'll come up with, depending on how much time the quilt takes.

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 12:09:19

Sounds like you have a bunch of great ideas for your "me" time this month - thanks for joining in! I've seen others join up with Flickr on other linkys - let me know if it doesn't work.

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edith link
3/1/2014 10:42:25

Thank you, thank you, thank you. I think this is a fabulous idea and a great challenge. We all do a lot of a lot of things, but not much is "selfish". I am going to take advantage of this challenge to finish up some long neglected UFOs, as well as some new projects. For my first day, I managed to get in well over 2 hours of sewing and machine time. What a clever girl you are :)

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 12:27:45

Go you! It's well after 2100 here and I am *just* sitting down at my machine for the first time today... I may be clever, but I'd trade it for about five extra hours in the day : P Glad to have you on board, Edith!

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Julie @ The Crafty Quilter link
3/1/2014 11:23:43

This sounds like a fabulous idea! I'll have to help spread the word and I really should join you myself. Thanks for the motivation!

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 12:19:23

Thanks, Julie! The more the merrier : )

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Lisa Marie
3/1/2014 13:01:02

When you are ready to try zippers I recommend using Dritz Wash Away Wonder Tape (1/4") to hold the zipper in place for sewing. Best thing ever! So much easier than basting.

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 23:08:06

Hmm... then maybe I should buy some now and squirrel it away in case they don't make it anymore fifty years from now? heehee I will make a note of your tip, Lisa Marie - I know I need to just get on with it! I did one last year in an a-line skirt class I took, but the teacher was right over my shoulder. I need to take a class that's just two hours straight of zippers so it finally clicks!

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BillieBee link
3/1/2014 13:52:22

I'll give it a try. I need something to get me going again.

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 23:04:44

Great! Welcome aboard, Billie : )

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Tina link
3/1/2014 14:12:50

I was wearing an AMH voile infinity scarf today. I love it! Her tutorial works well. I read through a few before I made mine. The voile is slippery. A walking foot really helps.

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/1/2014 22:58:29

Good to know, Tina! I will use it when I make mine - I just watched the minky scarf tutorial that Malini posted above and I was thinking the same thing - a walking foot would've worked so much more easily on that, too.

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Jean link
3/2/2014 02:01:15

I have a quilt for someone who has supported our ministry for years that needs completing, 13 quilts that need binding, a few quilts in my head that I need to put into fabric! Thanks for this encouragement!

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/2/2014 04:53:04

Sounds like you have plenty to work on, Jean! Hopefully some of the quilts are for you so you can enjoy some "selfish sewing" this month with us : ) Would love to have you on board for the challenge!

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Michelle @ Squeek Crafts link
3/2/2014 13:44:03

Quick question….for instagram is the hashtag #3030SC?

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Sarah @ BBD link
3/2/2014 21:33:52

Sure! I'm not on Instagram, but that's the hashtag I used on Flickr, so go for it! Thanks, Michellle : )

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debby warthen
3/2/2014 23:40:08

I just finished a jelly roll quilt from Kate Spain's Sunnyside and I am keeping it! ;-))

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Sarah@BBD link
3/3/2014 01:52:29

I love that line - enjoy your new quilt, Debby!

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CeLynn
3/5/2014 13:52:55

I have a busy month planned,but decided to jump in and join anyway! Only time will tell if it all gets done.

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Sarah@BBD link
3/5/2014 23:08:05

Glad to have you on board! Enjoy your sewing time this month : )

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