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ChristineDesigns

Chico, CA, US
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Hello! My name is Christine Pico creator of Christine Designs. As a young girl, I learned how to sew from my mother. This was the beginning of a life-long love of sewing and crafts. As a child, I made Barbie doll clothes and quilts for my dolls. By the time I reached the 7th grade, I was making clothes for myself & others. As time went on, I took up many craft projects. I won many art awards throughout my school days and now as an adult, I am able to combine my artistic abilities with my love for sewing and crafts. My inspiration comes from both the Renaissance and Victiorian time periods. I take pleasure in beading, quilting, sewing, herbal crafts, gardening, cooking and bicycling.

my personal website:
http://www.myspace.com/christinedesigns

my etsy page:
http://ChristineDesigns.etsy.com

Gender: Female

Member Since: 04/23/2008


recent comments

Re: Yo-Yos and Couching: Two Easy-to-Do Embellishment Techniques

What size of yo-yo's are used in the picture? I've always made yo-yo's by hand. Thanks for showing me the Yo-Yo Maker! It looks like it might help speed up the process.

posted: 12:45 pm on August 16th  

Re: How to Make a Hand Knit Scarf

Thanks for the idea & the clear instructions! I have lots of left over yarn just waiting to be used!

posted: 3:47 pm on May 2nd  

Re: Little Shop, Little Shop of Notions

I love this idea & have been doing it most my life. In addition, I like to use the fabric from the garment to make trims or small items, such as handbags, sachets, appliqué's, etc.

posted: 12:27 pm on April 24th  

Re: Building a Fabric Stash

My stash is probably considered a small shop. Not only do I collect fabric, but I also like to salvage used clothing, curtains & bedspreads, with the thought of turning them into something new. I like the idea of creating a personal color palette; however, since I sew for myself, home, and others, my fabrics range in style & color.

As for organizing my yardage, I use fabric rolls for my larger pieces & for the smaller pieces, clear storage bins (with kitty litter sachets to absorb any moisture). The fabric is separated by type (e.g. home decor, linings, cottons, velvets, etc), then by color. In order to quickly remember what I have, I have created index cards with a swatch of the fabric & yardage amount. I also find this method helpful when it comes to shopping for coordinating fabrics, trims, thread, etc. I can just take the index card with me to the fabric store, instead of rummaging through my stash & cutting a swatch.

posted: 3:55 pm on April 23rd