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        <title><![CDATA[Bottle Tree Fabric- Whimsical Elegance!!]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics In Southern Black Folklore, the bottle tree was a means of protecting the home by trapping evil spirits within the colorful bottles. Though scarce today, bottle trees are still created for their artistic appeal.I love getting inspiration from rich history and tradition. The bottle trees are beautiful and magical. This fabric has a special "sneaky" floral appeal- which adds to it's unique and whimsical elegance. NOW AVAILABLE!
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        <title><![CDATA[Powerful Middle Passage a Toile Fabric-- Just Released!!]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics This fabric is a theme dedicated to the African American Middle Passage from African to America. It's the colors are selected to represent the sowing of the growth of the people--in spite of slavery and discrimination. Middle Passage a Fabric, by Kweli Kitwana&nbsp;is AVAILABLE. This fabric would make a beautiful adition to any fabric collectors collection. It can be stretched on a canvas, framed or use in home decor or unique fashion. If you would like to see this in other colors please let me know.It was a truly powerful and spiritual journey creating this fabric. I am truly blessed to have had&nbsp;this creative outlet.&nbsp; Design details to right.visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Powerful Middle Passage a Toile Fabric-- Just Released!!]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics This fabric is a theme dedicated to the African American Middle Passage from African to America. It's the colors are selected to represent the sowing of the growth of the people--in spite of slavery and discrimination. Middle Passage a Fabric, by Kweli Kitwana&nbsp;is AVAILABLE. This fabric would make a beautiful adition to any fabric collectors collection. It can be stretched on a canvas, framed or use in home decor or unique fashion. If you would like to see this in other colors please let me know.It was a truly powerful and spiritual journey creating this fabric. I am truly blessed to have had&nbsp;this creative outlet.&nbsp; Design details to right.visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Heart to Heart Fabrics]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Now AVAILABLE a Heart 2 Heart Series inspired by Mexican spirit. I know, it’s not African American…but, all the same it’s full of “soul.&#160;&#160;   visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Mixed Media and Women's History]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I am hosting two artist collaborations this month. One is a Black Hair KRaZy Challenge, posted in my previous blog post; and, other is a mixed media postcard-celebrating woman by working with vintage photos of women. I am finding that these challenges are an excellent venue for trying out new techniques and meeting people. 

Attached is a work in progress, "sweaty woman", featuring a nude women sitting on a plastic cover chair. I love this photo--talk about a great subject. I was floored and flood of thoughts &nbsp;just from looking at this photo.&nbsp; The collage of letter at the top states, “Momma’s couch always made me sweaty"; while the note below features a breakup letter to "June Bug".

Also attached, is another work in progress. More about this one later...
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: 19th Century Dolls]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I've been busy working on a few dolls lately. Mainly, to find more creative ways to use my African American Fabrics. These dolls make for an excellent source of inspiration, while helping me to continue to think through design scale.&nbsp; 


I am using:
Feed Sack Design 
Slavery Toilevisit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Black Hair Art Challenge]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics &nbsp;&nbsp;UPDATE: WE HAVE EIGHT PEOPLE PARTICIPATING. WATCH THIS POST FOR RESULTS.ART  CHALLENGE!! Ok, I found these samples of Black Hair Products, and I was  like...dang...what??!!! Then, I felt I couldn't just leave these in the  shop...soooo I bought them. I felt I had just bought a piece of history.  NOW WHAT??!!! 
Why not "sponsor" a BLACK HAIR ART CHALLENGE ?!! Here's the plan--If you want to have a "sample" (which...  would include on pack of each product, box and company info) I will  send it to you. You will take these and incorporate them into a  multi-media art work. DEADLINE: April 30th. We will post the results on  FaceBook and this blog. ARE YOU IN??? BTW...these samples have the product in the package  still.Please pass the word. visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Trish Williams Fiber Artist DIVA DOLLS]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Talk about a collaboration!! This beautiful cloth doll was created by Trish Williams, Fiber Artist. Trish and I recently collaborated to create a work of art. This Sistah has some amazing dolls with stories to tell. If you are a doll collector, art collector or a lover of dolls--I highly encourage you to check out this fiber artist's work. Each doll and her outfit is hand crafted to provoke to rich lives women. From head to toe (check it out), she crafts textured hair and polished toes. ALL of the dolls are for SALE and available for viewing. 

"Kweli" is wearing a beautiful outfit featuring, BOOGALOO, fabric available at www.spoonflower.com/profiles/kitwana. In backdrop are AFRICAN BEAUTY and COWRIE SHELLS fabric also AVAILABLE!!!

CHECKOUT TRISH AT:

Darling Divas/Friends: Latest Diva - Kweli

Trish William's HANDS WORKvisit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: New!!  Fabric Design Classes AVAILABLE]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics NEW!!!&nbsp; DIGITAL FABRIC DESIGN CLASS by Kweli KitwanaG Street Fabric, Rockville MD 
Montrose Shopping Center
5520 Randolph Road             
Rockville, Maryland 20852             
Phone: 301-231-8998&nbsp;               

Digital Textile Design and Fabric Printing: imagine yourself as a fabric designer. You’ve seen it on Project Runway. Now you can start designing your own fabric. Whether you are looking for fabric for sewing, embellishing, quilting and crafting, the ability to design and print your own fabric by the yard is one of the most significant advancements in printing technology. The possibilities are endless. You will receive an introduction to the FOD (Fabric on demand), a basic lesson in digital design and the basics of surface design elements. When you finish this class you will have a fabric design ready for printing by the yard, and a sample 8”x8” swatch of your design. Basic skills in use of printers, scanners, and internet recommended. Supply kit available Ki]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Yes, We Can Overcome, 2011 (c) Kweli Kitwana

If there's one thing you may not know about me,and you should, I am a life-long community organizer and political activist. Hence, my fabric designs have an unique "political commentary" theme. This month I am honoring the celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King and his life with&nbsp; my "Yes, We Can Overcome" design.
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Come to a Fabric Design Workshop]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics &nbsp;YOU CAN DESIGN YOUR OWN FABRIC!!! 
Come  to my class-Digital Textile Design and Fabric Printing: $49 ROCKVILLE,  MD A9778 2/20 SU 11am-2pm-You can design your own fabric. The  possibilities are endless. Includes basics of Fabric on Demand, a lesson  in digital design &amp; basics of surface design elements. Your take:a  design ready for print &amp; a sample 8”x8” swatch of your design. Class Kit $25. http://www.gstreetfabrics.com/Classes/registration_info.pdfPASS THE WORK.... visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[AFRICAN AMERICAN FABRICS: VOTE for your FAVORITE]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I am proud to announce we moving closer toward making African American Fabrics custom designs available directly from me and at a less expensive cost. It'll be some time before I can meet your local fabric stores prices. However, I can say that bringing some of African American Fabrics more popular design prices down will increase the chances of me moving closer and closer toward my goal of getting these culturally relevant designs in the mass market. 

YOUR OPINION COUNTS!!! SO, VOTE FOR YOUR FAVS in the poll to the right =======&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;
  ·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Miss Mary Mack
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Slavery Toile
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Bottle Tree
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Scattered Collard Greens II
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Harriet Tubman

THANKS FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!!!visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Fabrics for the Culturally Conscious]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Bring mindfulness and awareness in all your fashion, decor and crafting needs.

Looking for Afrocentric Fabrics? Visit www.spoonflower.com/profiles/kkitwanavisit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: You Can't "Pretty" it Up with Lavendar]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics "Containing Slavery" Fabric by Kweli Kitwana (c) 2010
CLICK IMAGINE TO SEE DETAILS


You really can't contain the truth about slavery, even when it's all "dressed up" as an American History. It simply can't be written off as a "period"---because it's the truth about...

Purple and its lighter lavender shades has a special, almost sacred place in nature--this fabric design is using a lavender hue to symbolize the attempts of humanity to minimize the truths of slavery --almost to the degrees of "sweetening" the painful history of our country.

However, this truth still holds a sacred place in history--not to be ignored.

This design is NOT YET AVAILABLE for sale as a fabric. If you are interested in this design please contact kkitwana@africanamericanfabrics.com.visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Journey of Our Family]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Mudcloth Family, a Journey Fabric by Kweli Kitwana (c) 2010

I've been working on a series of African American fabrics inspired by African traditional patterns, the Diaspora and African American history.  Hand            woven and hand-dyed mudcloth uses a centuries old process using numerous            applications of various plant juices/teas and mud to dye hand woven            cotton cloth.&nbsp;&nbsp; In my interpretation of this textile, I am&nbsp; using slave ships in the patterns.

Traditionally, each piece of mudcloth tells a story.            No two pieces are alike and each pattern and color combination has a            meaning. The symbols, arrangements, color as well as shape            of the mudcloth reveal secrets. The mudcloth is also used to define            a person’s social status, character or occupation.            Bogolanfini is an expression of Malian national identity and a symbol            of belonging to African culture. 

WHAT ARE YOUR WEARING?

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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics "Slavery to Freedom Toile", a fabric by, Kweli Kitwana, AVAILABLEvisit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics This fabric is a rub from a photo in a book. It was transferred to a piece of paper and scanned into my computer to digitize the color. When I make something with this, I'll post it. If you want to try your hand at making something go to spoonflower.com and order the fabric. "Harriet Tubman", a fabric by Kweli Kitwana, is AVAILABLE .visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I love it when the swatches arrive for proofing!! Just in-- over &nbsp;25 NEW AFRICAN AMERICAN FABRICS&nbsp;just in time for your holiday projects and decorating.&nbsp;Take a look and get busy!!

visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Help me Sale 365 yrds of Fabric!!]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics In celebrate African American Fabric's Anniversary, I have set a  goal to sell 365 yrds of fabric by Thanksgiving. I would greatly appreciate if you  could purchase a yard of my fabric (or, more). The textile industry  needs to know that there is a serious DEMAND for African American  Fabrics. Your purchase is one direct way we can exhibit to the textile  industry that there IS a DEMAND for fabrics that reflect the positivity  and resilience of AFRICAN AMERICANS.  Fabrics that beautifully reflect  the African American culture, tradition and history.  Please consider  making a purchase and ask your associates, friends and family members to  do the same. Look ahead to the holidays, Kwanzaa and Black History  Month; think about your place of worship and educational programs. I am  certain, you will find the variety of designs will meet your needs.

Next year I will meeting with several textile mills to promote my fabrics, with the goal to make AFRICAN AMERICAN FABRICS widely available at]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics CLICK FOR LARGER VIEW
I just look these sistahs!!! 
NOW AVAILABLE !! 
These sistah come on a vintage "tea colored" fabric. Great for all of your fashion, quilting and crafting needs.
Consider these fabrics for:
Quilt tops or backs
Pillows and other bedding
Jazzy PJs
Headboard covers
Intriguing linings for jackets and coats
Making a statement with your fashion designs
Totes, Bags and purses



AVAILABLE
GO WILD!!!visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Awards Ebony Stitchers]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Everyday I am in true awe of the community building and collaboration within the quilting, fiber artist and fashion community. While many of us are typically recognized for our artist and crafting skills, there is a little known secret about us, deserving of honor and recognition--and, that is our love of community and the valuable acts of sharing and collaborating!!&nbsp; It is because of this, I want to begin to express gratitude by honoring those who embrace community spirit. In kicking off this "recognition" I am honoring Ebony Stitchers, an association of women of color who are quilters, beaders, weavers and fiber artists.                      Ebony  Stitchers&nbsp; has received recognition for photographic documentation and  sharing of Harriet Power's Symposium, Athens Georgia 2010 from African  American Fabrics. In honor of Ebony Stitchers' continuous community  building and collaboration of women of color; and,the documentation one  of the most important events in the history o]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics WadingWater- A Fabric AVAILABLE
I am honored to inform&nbsp; everyone that Kweli Kitwana, African American Fabrics is a recipient of the 2010 Committee on Multiethnic Concerns Think Tank Scholarshi. This critical National Think Tank will take place in Baltimore Maryland November 11-14, 2010, as an historic event.COMC Think Tank participate are creating a national clearinghouse for art educators to use as a tool for creating culturally responsive classrooms. &nbsp;As a recipient of the COMC Think Thank scholarship, it is anticipated&nbsp; Kweli serve, among other scholars and artist in the creation and the development of curriculum design or a paper for publication. The major aim of this think tank is to collaborate with colleagues in order to improve curriculum, instruction and assessment in visual art classrooms globally.&nbsp;
More Info:
MICA's Center for Race and Culture (CRC) will host THINK TANK-2010 and Beyond: New Directions in African American Art - Transformative Aesthetic C]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Use Afrocentric Fabrics to Make Holiday Gifts]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics The Cutest Doll Quilt and Pillow Every!!
Time to think about your Christmas decor and gifts.&nbsp; Why not use African American Fabrics to make it special? Here a list&nbsp; some ideas and thing you can make fabric swatches and scrapes.Checkbook Cover or Frequent Card Holder
Coffee Cup Cozy
Tea Bag Travel Case
 A Cute Little zippered pouch 
IPod or MP3 Player Case
  Tiny drawstring bag for wrapping that special small gift
Doll clothes and doll furnishings (tablecloths, curtains, quilt, pillows etc)
Set of 4+ drink coasters
Cell phone case
Eyeglass case
Handy lid covers for canning jars (filled with Bath Salts or Treats)
Herbal sachet for your dresser and Closets&nbsp;


Featuring African American Christmas and Kwanzaa Fabrics


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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I have been working on a fiber art series for my fabrics. This doll is made from the my Fiber Gone Wild fabric.



I created this design from a digital copy of a series of hand painted and embellished vintage fabrics. 

The doll is a part of my doll series titled" "Colored Girls Consider More than Suicide".

Fabric AVAILABLE NOW.visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Time for a Family Tree]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Family Tree, a fabric for the heart--AVAILABLE SOON


There is something special about the Fall Season and the falling of leaves, which fills me with the reflective energy of family relationships. Like a tree, we can use the Fall to release, heal and prepare for renewed relationships with family members.

This Family Tree collection is available at my Shop.
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        <title><![CDATA[Kwanzaa Banner Project- Make Your Own Ngoza Saba]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Get ready for Kwanzaa.Using my custom designed Kwanzaa fabric, AVAILABLE at Spoonflower.com, I made these banners for my family members.Now, we all have a special banner to display during Kwanzaa and year round.visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabric:Girls Jumping for Joy Fabric]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics NOW AVAILABLE

Ethnic Gymnast
WHAT A CUTIE!!
Great for a little or BIG angel with dreams. Designed perfectly for:Bed linen, curtains, dresses, pjs, and anything you can dream up. Available in quilted weight, cotton canvass, linen and more.visit www.africanamericanfabrics.blogspot.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[Don't Have Photoshop? Use MS Publisher for Graphic Design]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Pssst....
One little known secret about Microsoft Publisher is how easy it is to use it as a basic graphic design program. Publisher provides us a great backup program (especially for folks who do not have the skill or money to invest in Photoshop and other expensive graphic design programs). I have used it for years, and recently I am using it more than ever to produce beautiful custom design for my digital textiles and mix media work. See SAMPLE or my designs at www.spoonflower.com/profiles/kkitwana
-all (well, most of them) created with Publisher. I am using Publisher 2007, but,have done this with 2003 and earlier versions.

Here the quick and dirty: -you’ll have to play around to get better results over time. CLICK TO SEE
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Cookin' with Mary Mack]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Mary Mack Cut n' Sew Apron AVAILABLE SOON!This is a prototype of a cute little number...an apron with an attitude. I mean really, if you ever wanted to wear an apron, well this little thing is all the reason. Plus, it'll protect you while you look good cooking at the grill this Summer. CLICK to see details andvisit my Flickr pool (on&nbsp; right side of my blog) to see extra big details--you'll need view in "original" setting.When I get the sample, I'll assemble and post. Thoughts? Have you tried Cut n Sew fabrics?What do you like or dislike about them? Are there other Cut n Sew fabrics you'd purchase if they were available?Please post on your blogs, twitter or facebook this blog. --Be well]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Funky African Mask Pillows]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Not sure where I am going to put these in my home, but I am very happy with the results. These were inspired from a puppet contest I entered on Spoonflower.com. The African&nbsp;Jewels Puppets are shown in a previous post.Funny how one thing can lead to another :). I added felt and decorative stitching for extra pop. Feel free to twitter or facebook my blog.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Funky African Mask Pillows]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Not sure where I am going to put these in my home, but I am very happy with the results. These were inspired from a puppet contest I entered on Spoonflower.com. The African&nbsp;Jewels Puppets are shown in a previous post.Funny how one thing can lead to another :). I added felt and decorative stitching for extra pop. Feel free to twitter or facebook my blog.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: New Design-Just in Time for Juneeth]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics The "Run for Freedom" collection is now AVAILABLE at&nbsp; African American&nbsp;Theme Fabric&nbsp;shop. This beautifully designed collection was designed to gracefully depict the resilience and strength of the African American. I chose to use earth tone colors to provide the design the rooted character the subject deserves. The detailed inscription on the center swatch is a Harriet Tubman quote, " I freed a thousand slaves I could have freed a thousand more if only they knew they were slaves".You can click these images for more detail.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabric: Afrocentric Vintage Tea Towels]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I have always loved&nbsp;home linens, but most of my family and friends&nbsp;are afraid to use them.&nbsp;People now a days&nbsp;don't have time to&nbsp;launder, press and preserve vintage linens, so most end up in estate sales, thrifts stores&nbsp;and antiques stores where they can be purchased pretty inexpensively.&nbsp;Being the spendthrift that I am, being on the look out&nbsp;for&nbsp;them is my challenge on most sprees. I want to repurpose&nbsp;these tea towels into&nbsp;clothing for my grandchildren, turn them into a handy multi-purpose bags, or jazz up with my African American Fabrics. This&nbsp;pictured tote&nbsp;is using my&nbsp;Egyptian Green fabric, available at Spoonflower.com.How I did it?...I upcycled some vintage linen tea towels into a handy Beach Tote. This project was inspired by, Nathalie Mornu's book, "Dozens of Ways to Repurpose Tea Towels". now, this is a book that will jumpstart any weekend project. Lots of great ideas and tips. Don't be shy to try this. An old]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics The "Run for Freedom" collection is now AVAILABLE at&nbsp; African American&nbsp;Theme Fabric&nbsp;shop. This beautifully designed collection was designed to gracefully depict the resilience and strength of the African American. I chose to use earth tone colors to provide the design the rooted character the subject deserves. The detailed inscription on the center swatch is a Harriet Tubman quote, " I freed a thousand slaves I could have freed a thousand more if only they knew they were slaves".You can click these images for more detail.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I have always loved&nbsp;home linens, but most of my family and friends&nbsp;are afraid to use them.&nbsp;People now a days&nbsp;don't have time to&nbsp;launder, press and preserve vintage linens, so most end up in estate sales, thrifts stores&nbsp;and antiques stores where they can be purchased pretty inexpensively.&nbsp;Being the spend thrift that I am,&nbsp;I am always&nbsp;on the look out&nbsp;for&nbsp;them during my hunts.&nbsp;Love repurposing tea towels into&nbsp;clothing for my grandchildren; turn them into a handy multi-purpose bags; or, simply&nbsp;jazz up then with my African American Fabrics. This&nbsp;pictured tote,&nbsp;is my recent project&nbsp;using my&nbsp;Egyptian Green fabric, available at Spoonflower.com.I upcycled some vintage linen tea towels into a handy Beach Tote. This project was inspired by, Nathalie Mornu's, Craft Challenge: Dozens of Ways to Repurpose Tea Towels.&nbsp;This&nbsp;book that will jumpstart any weekend project. Lots of great ideas and tips. Don']]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics LOL! Made a Cut n' Sew Fabric for a travel case. This case is for those tiny trial size bottles. It's printed with my "Bottle Tree Fabric" . This is my attempt at making a pattern for something that can just be cut out and sewn. It turned out ok...AVAILABLE for you to try at my shop.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics LOL! Made a Cut n' Sew Fabric for a travel case. This case is for those tiny trial size bottles. It's printed with my "Bottle Tree Fabric" . This is my attempt at making a pattern for something that can just be cut out and sewn. It turned out ok...AVAILABLE for you to try at my shop.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics If you're like me you're looking at your closet about right now thinking about your Summer wardrobe. With a little time and creativity you can save&nbsp;both money and the planet, just by making a few adjustments to your clothes. I went through my closet and noticed I have a lot of skirts I never wear. I love the fabrics, but never really found the perfect top for them. So, I took another approach and upcycled them into sundresses. Here my simple drawing showing how I did it. If you make one send me your pics!!BTW, yes, that dress is very wrinkled--heck, it's linen and I like that wrinkled relaxed linen look.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics If you're like me you're looking at your closet about right now thinking about your Summer wardrobe. With a little time and creativity you can save&nbsp;both money and the planet, just by making a few adjustments to your clothes. I went through my closet and noticed I have a lot of skirts I never wear. I love the fabrics, but never really found the perfect top for them. So, I took another approach and upcycled them into sundresses. Here my simple drawing showing how I did it. If you make one send me your pics!!BTW, yes, that dress is very wrinkled--heck, it's linen and I like that wrinkled relaxed linen look.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I just started "Twittering" and would love to have other quilters join the "tweaking"&nbsp;by &nbsp;sharing your tips, ideas, event and deals.&nbsp;This a new venture for me, since&nbsp;I am not on facebook. I figure this would become a great&nbsp;tool for&nbsp;connecting with more craters and&nbsp;quilters. Especially, those of you who know more about using Twitter. Also, could anyone give me some ideas about how to promote my fabrics, other than facebook? Thanks and see you on twitter.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I just started "Twittering" and would love to have other quilters join the "tweaking"&nbsp;by &nbsp;sharing your tips, ideas, event and deals.&nbsp;This a new venture for me, since&nbsp;I am not on facebook. I figure this would become a great&nbsp;tool for&nbsp;connecting with more craters and&nbsp;quilters. Especially, those of you who know more about using Twitter. Also, could anyone give me some ideas about how to promote my fabrics, other than facebook? Thanks and see you on twitter.]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I used my African Tribal Fabric&nbsp;to create this Akiko Mano Slouch Bag from her book Linen Wool and Cotton (see my apron in previous post). This is a great bag for stuffing a bunch of stuff in, especially for a cute alternative to those not so fashionable reusable grocery bags circulating :). The pattern is relatively simple to follow and any beginner sewer will find great joy in completing this project. The book can be a bit confusing in guiding you through the instructions, as she uses a lot of words to explain some pretty elaborate details.&nbsp;But, don't worry,&nbsp;there are many drawing illustrating the steps. I am a visual learner, so I probably need more pics then most people. I thought I was picking an easy project from the book, when I chose the Slouch Bag project. But, for some reason I think I either read or cut something wrong. Since my bag straps were not quite the right length. I cut them over and added a couple of inches. The book says 13" and I made mine 15". Maybe]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I used my African Tribal Fabric&nbsp;to create this Akiko Mano Slouch Bag from her book Linen Wool and Cotton (see my apron in previous post). This is a great bag for stuffing a bunch of stuff in, especially for a cute alternative to those not so fashionable reusable grocery bags circulating :). The pattern is relatively simple to follow and any beginner sewer will find great joy in completing this project. The book can be a bit confusing in guiding you through the instructions, as she uses a lot of words to explain some pretty elaborate details.&nbsp;But, don't worry,&nbsp;there are many drawing illustrating the steps. I am a visual learner, so I probably need more pics then most people. I thought I was picking an easy project from the book, when I chose the Slouch Bag project. But, for some reason I think I either read or cut something wrong. Since my bag straps were not quite the right length. I cut them over and added a couple of inches. The book says 13" and I made mine 15". Maybe]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics There's a whole world of designs and inspiration to draw from to blend and bend the rules for your decorating and sewing projects. I have a weakness for ethnic symbols and cultural flare. With so many new and updated sewing books, learning&nbsp;to sewing with giving up your cultural "eye" has never been easier. I&nbsp;love&nbsp;tapping into my own&nbsp;creativity&nbsp;via reading and learning about textiles and crafts from around the world. Especially if the books are&nbsp;fun, simple and upbeat--otherwise I may as well be working. :)Therefore&nbsp;when&nbsp;at the library, used bookstores or yard sales I am always keeping a sharp eye out&nbsp;for books that focus on African or ethnic sewing and decorating. Here's a list of a few of my favs. Some of these books may be out of print, so you'll have to dig around to find them. I did find&nbsp;a few&nbsp;at Amazon for as low as 41 cents-used.&nbsp;Global Expressions-Decorating with Fabrics from Around the World, Lisa ShepardAfrican Accents]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Bold & Beautiful Summer Tote]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I am not braggin' but this Summer tote is awesome!!&nbsp;Using my Retro Tribal Mask fabric AVAILABLE&nbsp;at my Spoonflower shop, yield a great look.This fabric is a real winner, with&nbsp;it's bold and beautiful mask&nbsp;on a&nbsp;retro look--an unbeatable look. The bag was simple to sew&nbsp;using Martha Stewart's Encyclopedia of Sewing and Fabric Craft&nbsp;I got pleant of inspiration. I am no Martha Stewart, but I was able to&nbsp;adapted a few things in her design for&nbsp;happy&nbsp;results. Plus,&nbsp;sewing some&nbsp;companion travel bags are on my to do list. Other great uses for this fabric include:Tableclothes and dinner settingPillowsFunky clothingand, any upcycle furniture project.So, get over to my shop and start sewin'...see ya soon.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Five Ethnic Inspired Sewing Books For Your Bookshelf]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics There's a whole world of designs and inspiration to draw from to blend and bend the rules for your decorating and sewing projects. I have a weakness for ethnic symbols and cultural flare. With so many new and updated sewing books, learning&nbsp;to sewing with giving up your cultural "eye" has never been easier. I&nbsp;love&nbsp;tapping into my own&nbsp;creativity&nbsp;via reading and learning about textiles and crafts from around the world. Especially if the books are&nbsp;fun, simple and upbeat--otherwise I may as well be working. :)Therefore&nbsp;when&nbsp;at the library, used bookstores or yard sales I am always keeping a sharp eye out&nbsp;for books that focus on African or ethnic sewing and decorating. Here's a list of a few of my favs. Some of these books may be out of print, so you'll have to dig around to find them. I did find&nbsp;a few&nbsp;at Amazon for as low as 41 cents-used.&nbsp;Global Expressions-Decorating with Fabrics from Around the World, Lisa ShepardAfrican Accents]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Bold & Beautiful Summer Tote]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I am not braggin' but this Summer tote is awesome!!&nbsp;Using my Retro Tribal Mask fabric AVAILABLE&nbsp;at my Spoonflower shop, yield a great look.This fabric is a real winner, with&nbsp;it's bold and beautiful mask&nbsp;on a&nbsp;retro look--an unbeatable look. The bag was simple to sew&nbsp;using Martha Stewart's Encyclopedia of Sewing and Fabric Craft&nbsp;I got pleant of inspiration. I am no Martha Stewart, but I was able to&nbsp;adapted a few things in her design for&nbsp;happy&nbsp;results. Plus,&nbsp;sewing some&nbsp;companion travel bags are on my to do list. Other great uses for this fabric include:Tableclothes and dinner settingPillowsFunky clothingand, any upcycle furniture project.So, get over to my shop and start sewin'...see ya soon.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Turn a Tablecloth into a Summer Blouse]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics OMG!! another great Summer top. This weekend I took on Heather Ross, Weekend Sewing Project, "Summer Blouse". However, I added my own twist to the project--using a thriftstore $1.98 linen tablecloth and very own designed fabric. AFRICAN PROVERBS FABRIC AVAILABLE in 10 colors in my Spoonflower shop.I just love the way this turned out!!Even the funky long sleeves with mix-match trim are oh so cute.Can't wait to wear this one.&nbsp;And...guess what....the&nbsp;blouse comes with&nbsp;a "pre-stained" character adding spot--you probably can't see it...but, it's on the right shoulder. Gotta' love it!! That just right and lovely worn look.The Weekend Sewing book comes with patterns and lots of great projects! I highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a quick and easy project.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Turn a Tablecloth into a Summer Blouse]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics OMG!! another great Summer top. This weekend I took on Heather Ross, Weekend Sewing Project, "Summer Blouse". However, I added my own twist to the project--using a thriftstore $1.98 linen tablecloth and very own designed fabric. AFRICAN PROVERBS FABRIC AVAILABLE in 10 colors in my Spoonflower shop.I just love the way this turned out!!Even the funky long sleeves with mix-match trim are oh so cute.Can't wait to wear this one.&nbsp;And...guess what....the&nbsp;blouse comes with&nbsp;a "pre-stained" character adding spot--you probably can't see it...but, it's on the right shoulder. Gotta' love it!! That just right and lovely worn look.The Weekend Sewing book comes with patterns and lots of great projects! I highly recommend this book for anyone looking for a quick and easy project.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Cut n'Sew Games, Puppets and Stuffables]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Starting my plans for Summer visits from my Grands. As always, I&nbsp; look for creative ways to dazzle and entertain them. With so many different age ranges,&nbsp;it's a continuous challenge.This year, I created the African Puppet&nbsp;series (AVAILABLE&nbsp;at my fabric shop)&nbsp; for a fun day of puppets and performing.My grandchildren just&nbsp;love performing for me. :)Also, I now have cloth board games.See my other games and stuffable Cut n Sew Project, AVAILABLE at Spoonflower.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Cut n'Sew Games, Puppets and Stuffables]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Starting my plans for Summer visits from my Grands. As always, I&nbsp; look for creative ways to dazzle and entertain them. With so many different age ranges,&nbsp;it's a continuous challenge.This year, I created the African Puppet&nbsp;series (AVAILABLE&nbsp;at my fabric shop)&nbsp; for a fun day of puppets and performing.My grandchildren just&nbsp;love performing for me. :)Also, I now have cloth board games.See my other games and stuffable Cut n Sew Project, AVAILABLE at Spoonflower.com]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: DIY LUGGAGE MAKE-OVER]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Just in time for Summer Travel. My luggage is boring!! It was time for a make-over&nbsp;which turned out pretty good. I used my "Vintage Glasses" fabric AVAILABLE&nbsp;in my Shop.HERE HOW YOU CAN DO ITSUPPLIES:piece of&nbsp; luggage ( GO GREEN and recycle&nbsp;something used),enough fabric to cover, scissors, newsprint or some type of paper to trace pattern on, marker,glue gun. INSTRUCTIONS:Trace a template of your luggage pattern. Be very careful and make sure you trace around piping to get a quaility look. Trace with about 1/4 inch seam allowance. You can either trace the entire piece section by section, or decide what you want to cover.Cut out pattern on fabric. Place fabric sections on each section and fold under around edges and glue (I dot glue slowly for neat finish). Take your time and you will have a great piece. I hope this makes sense. Let's SAVE THE PLANET one piece of luggage at a time.&nbsp;NOW AVAILABLE!! Vintage Glasses Fabric--inspired by an vintage ad featuring Africa]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: DIY LUGGAGE MAKE-OVER]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Just in time for Summer Travel. My luggage is boring!! It was time for a make-over&nbsp;which turned out pretty good. I used my "Vintage Glasses" fabric AVAILABLE&nbsp;in my Shop.HERE HOW YOU CAN DO ITSUPPLIES:piece of&nbsp; luggage ( GO GREEN and recycle&nbsp;something used),enough fabric to cover, scissors, newsprint or some type of paper to trace pattern on, marker,glue gun. INSTRUCTIONS:Trace a template of your luggage pattern. Be very careful and make sure you trace around piping to get a quaility look. Trace with about 1/4 inch seam allowance. You can either trace the entire piece section by section, or decide what you want to cover.Cut out pattern on fabric. Place fabric sections on each section and fold under around edges and glue (I dot glue slowly for neat finish). Take your time and you will have a great piece. I hope this makes sense. Let's SAVE THE PLANET one piece of luggage at a time.&nbsp;NOW AVAILABLE!! Vintage Glasses Fabric--inspired by an vintage ad featuring Africa]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Bottle Tree Dress]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Oh yes!! The Bottle Tree Fabric looks wonderful and the dress is a real hit. I am using the organic cotton fabric for this print, AVAILABLE at my Spoonflower Shop. I just love the organic natural look and feel of this dress.I used the STYLE Patterns LTD, pattern&nbsp;2617 " 2 HOUR SEPARATES". It really took two hrs!! LOL. I also, traced the pattern of my fav Bryn Walker jacket for a DIY "Bryn Walker" style linen look. Which took much less skill then I thought it would and about four hrs.Read more about the Bottle Tree Fabric in my previous blog posting. Also, check out this easy to follow DIY&nbsp;for making your own pattern from your fav clothing.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Bottle Tree Dress]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Oh yes!! The Bottle Tree Fabric looks wonderful and the dress is a real hit. I am using the organic cotton fabric for this print, AVAILABLE at my Spoonflower Shop. I just love the organic natural look and feel of this dress.I used the STYLE Patterns LTD, pattern&nbsp;2617 " 2 HOUR SEPARATES". It really took two hrs!! LOL. I also, traced the pattern of my fav Bryn Walker jacket for a DIY "Bryn Walker" style linen look. Which took much less skill then I thought it would and about four hrs.Read more about the Bottle Tree Fabric in my previous blog posting. Also, check out this easy to follow DIY&nbsp;for making your own pattern from your fav clothing.]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabric: Slavery Toile de Jouy Sundress]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics It's been some time now that I've wanted to sew something with&nbsp;a beautiful&nbsp;Toile de Jouy&nbsp;fabric. But, these fabrics in their "traditional" form&nbsp;just don't tell a story or set a scene that&nbsp;I can personally relate to. Therefore, I createdmy own "spin" on these traditional fabrics.&nbsp;Using the now available DIY digital fabric&nbsp;and a few tracings of a collage. WHAA-LA!!I couldn't wait to create this sundress from my Slavery Toile&nbsp;organic&nbsp;cotton fabric. AVAILABLE by the yard (or swatch) at my Spoonflower.com shop. I traced a pattern from a sundress I currently own and love to wear. Simple, easy and comfy. This dress was&nbsp;created with one yard of fabric in about two hours.More to come....]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabric: Slavery Toile de Jouy Sundress]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics It's been some time now that I've wanted to sew something with&nbsp;a beautiful&nbsp;Toile de Jouy&nbsp;fabric. But, these fabrics in their "traditional" form&nbsp;just don't tell a story or set a scene that&nbsp;I can personally relate to. Therefore, I createdmy own "spin" on these traditional fabrics.&nbsp;Using the now available DIY digital fabric&nbsp;and a few tracings of a collage. WHAA-LA!!I couldn't wait to create this sundress from my Slavery Toile&nbsp;organic&nbsp;cotton fabric. AVAILABLE by the yard (or swatch) at my Spoonflower.com shop. I traced a pattern from a sundress I currently own and love to wear. Simple, easy and comfy. This dress was&nbsp;created with one yard of fabric in about two hours.More to come....]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabrics: Summer Wrap Skirt and Upcycle Linen Top]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I can't wait for Summer. It's so comfy wearing linen and cotton. In particular I am a fan of loose construct clothing. So, today I upcycled an old linen table cloth into this beautiful blue top. The best thing about it is that it's already nice and worn--got that&nbsp;softest linen has after aging. The wrap skirt features my African American fabric "Tribal Beat"&nbsp;AVAILABLE at my Spoonflower.com Shop.Just in time for Summer...]]></description>
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        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics I can't wait for Summer. It's so comfy wearing linen and cotton. In particular I am a fan of loose construct clothing. So, today I upcycled an old linen table cloth into this beautiful blue top. The best thing about it is that it's already nice and worn--got that&nbsp;softest linen has after aging. The wrap skirt features my African American fabric "Tribal Beat"&nbsp;AVAILABLE at my Spoonflower.com Shop.Just in time for Summer...]]></description>
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        <title><![CDATA[African American Fabric: Cotton Pickin' Apron]]></title>
        <description><![CDATA[From: African American Theme Fabrics Finally, I finished moving and setting-up the studio again. That was a lot of work (whew). Now I have&nbsp;some time for some sewing and creatin'! Today, I made this apron using a pattern from Akiko Mano, Linen, Wool, Cotton: 25 Simple Projects to Sew with Natural Fabrics (instructions on page 42). This book is a real treasure. I love her essays on natural fabric and expressing how her childhood has influenced her love for texiles. This book offers a simpleand elegant approach to sewing. I highly recommend it.The fabric in this apron includes an upcycled linen blouse and some of my African American fabric "Lovin' Cotton" . I just love the way the cotton pattern is complimented with the flowered linen pattern.&nbsp;Functional and&nbsp;beautiful.]]></description>
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