Guidelines:

Make a purse, tote, backpack, or other fashion accessory inspired by the concept of my book, Low-Sew Boutique, 25+ Quick and Clever Projects Using Ready-mades. Your entry does not have to follow a specific project in the book. Your entry must be made from at least one kitchen linen plus at least one hardware store item. More is better! Consideration will be given for the most outrageous and unexpected supplies!

To Enter:

Email high resolution photos of your entry to cheryl@homesteadspecialties.com, or snail mail to Homestead Specialties, 1883 State Road, Cochranton, PA 16314. Include a description of your entry including what materials you used, where you found them, techniques you used, and what makes your entry unique. Include what you learned along the way, your problems and solutions. Include your name, address, phone number and email address with your entry. You may enter more than one entry. The entry must be entirely made by the person entering.

Deadline:

Entries must be received by October 1, 2008. Winners will be notified by October 15, 2008.

Prizes:

Adult Age Group (age 16 and older as of October 1, 2008)

• 1st Place: Rowenta Pressure Iron and Steamer, model DG5030, $160 Value
• 2nd Place: Rowenta Professional Steam Iron, model DX8900, $100 Value
• 3rd Place: Rowenta Pro Compact Garment Steamer, model IS1430, $70 Value

Youth Age Group (age 15 and younger as of October 1, 2008)

• 1st Place: Gift basket of purse making supplies, $150 Value
• 2nd Place: Gift Basket of purse making supplies, $100 Value
• 3rd Place: Gift Basket of purse making supplies, $50 Value

In addition, each of the six winners will receive a complete collection of Homestead Specialties Patterns (retail value over $100.) All six winners will be showcased on my website, www.homesteadspecialties.com. You will be offered the opportunity, if you grant your permission, for me to take your entry “on tour” to retail sewing shows, classes, and lectures for a maximum of one year. You will be given full credit for your work. Your entry will be returned to you at my expense.

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