Sew Simple with Rectangles & Squares Part Two on Sewing With Nancy
From gift giving to personal sewing, Nancy Zieman found many projects could be stitched from the simplest shapes. We’ve already shared the first episode of the three-part series, Sew Simple with Rectangles & Squares, on Sewing With Nancy. This blog posting focuses on part two of the series, sharing useful, yet clever items such as: Hold-it Sacks, Mini Fabric Sacks, Fabric Bins, and Wall Pockets. With 12 complete projects in all, you won’t want to miss this collection.
Hold-it Sacks
The Hold-it Sacks are Nancy’s first sew-simple projects in this episode. Prop up your cell phone or electronic tablet in the cradle area of a Hold-it Sack. Made from laminated fabric, they’re ideal to use throughout your home or office. The unique finished shapes appear as if they were made from complicated patterns, but not these gadget holders. They’re all made from rectangular shapes.
Mini Fabric Sacks
Toss them in a game or use them to hold down pattern pieces, these Mini Fabric Sacks can be both fun and functional. You can easily make three mini sacks in an hour or less.
Fabric Bins
Don’t settle for tan or black bins for your shelf, customize fabric bins to accent your home décor by selecting coordinating fabrics. Make from, you guessed it, rectangle and square fabric pieces. The sewing is enjoyable and the end result is as fresh in appearance as it is useful. Grommets serve as both handles and a focal point.
Wall Pockets
What’s good for the shelf is good for the wall! With a little tweaking of the instructions, fabric bins turn into wall pockets that provide organization and style to any home or work office.
Watch Sew Simple with Rectangles & Squares (Part One, Part Two, and Part Three) on Sewing With Nancy online.
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As you know, Nancy Zieman (June 21, 1953–November 14, 2017) touched the lives of millions as they stitched alongside, or simply tuned in to watch, the inimitable Nancy Zieman and guests on Public Television’s longest-running sewing show [35 years], Sewing With Nancy. We remember Nancy today – two years after her passing, and everyday. For a chance to win a copy of Nancy Zieman The Rest of the Story—A Memoir of Faith, Family, and Friends Book with DVD by Richard Zieman, please leave a comment below.
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Sharon
Enjoyed watching the TV show.
Donna Fecteau
Nancy made the world a better place because she was here. Love and prayers to her family and friends.
Susan
Nancy’s legacy continues to impact many as an educator, a creator and an innovator. She imparted kindness and positivity. We are fortunate to be able to access the many resources that she created.
Charlotte Brown
I always watched her show every Saturday morning on our local PBS station.
Julie Kill
Nancy made sewing easier for everyone! Thoughts and prayers to family and friends!
Ann West
I learned a lot from Nancy over the years from her TV shows and her books. She was a very good teacher and always made you feel that you could accomplish projects without the fear of failure. Thanks Nancy for leaving us a wonderful legacy!
Jan N.
I have learned so many sewing shortcuts from Nancy through her television show and her books. My sister and I went to the third warehouse sale at Nancy’s Notions in Beaverton, giving us the opportunity to have met Nancy in person. What a thrill that was! The sewing world lost a ray of sunshine with Nancy’s passing.
Sandra C
I bought the book as soon as it came out. It is wonderful so whoever wins a copy will love it.
Sandra C.
Janet
I learned so much from watching Nancy on t.v. She was a friend I never met.
Carolyn T
Nancy really listened to her viewers and kept her shows fresh with new ideas and tools. Congratulations to her team and especially to Richard for continuing her lessons in a new way.
Jonnie
Beautiful book about a lady I truly admired.
CARLA
It may be too late for me to enter to win the book but I can honestly say that Nancy had the best sewing show on PBS back when there were no shows to do what she did best. She was the greatest and to win the book would be a great honor..
Barb K
Nancy was an inspiring lady in many ways–I read her first book and enjoyed it very much!