I’m always in awe of people who have a flair for creativity from
the simplest of things—leaves, socks, discarded cans and more.
Me—I can sew most things from a pattern—mostly clothes, curtains, seat
cushions, and pillows, but without a pattern, forget it. Sewing is my comfort zone.


This year, I decided to try my hand at book coasters. Again,
this was a bright idea after watching my cousin create them as souvenirs for
our family reunion.
Let me first say, it was more than a notion. I had to find
someone to resize my covers, then I decided to pull a quote from the same book
to make a set. The process included many trials and errors from the Elmer’s
glue on steroids to coating that had more bubbles than acne to the sanding that
left a dusty mess, then the easy part—an adhesive backing—whew, but the result
was magnificent! These are for a Christmas Bazaar fundraiser, but I also made
more for unique Christmas gifts for book lovers.
Check out a few I have for sale and place your order.
Also, if you’re looking for a new inspiring read, check out
my book teaser for The Guilty Generation.
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Pat Simmons has penned more thirty plus titles. She is a
self-proclaimed genealogy sleuth who is passionate about casting her ancestors in
starring roles. She is a three-time recipient of the RSJ Emma Rodgers Award for
Best Inspirational Romance. Pat describes the evidence of the gift of the Holy
Ghost as a life-altering experience. She has been a featured speaker and
workshop presenter at various venues. Pat has converted her sofa-strapped
sports fanatical husband into an amateur travel agent, untrained bodyguard, and
GPS-guided chauffeur. Pat holds a B.S. in mass communications from Emerson College in
Boston, Massachusetts. Visit her at www.patsimmons.net.
Check out her new release!
I love the idea of book coasters.
ReplyDeleteMargaret Daley
Great ideas, Pat. I admire people who are good at crafts.
ReplyDeleteThe coasters are sweet, Pat!
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