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6/10 Pinterest Pin(s) of the Week: DIY Clutch Bags

Nicoles Nickels

I think this would be cute as shown in multi patterned fabric and equally cute in a solid. This is the Caroline Clutch from I Think Sew. This Simple Fold Over Clutch by Love to Sew also zips close and according to the maker (the pattern is from Flamingo Toes on Craftsy) goes together quickly! I love the orange!

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Three Ways to Give to Charities Even If You Don’t Have Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

They barely have food to eat, and the mother, who is pregnant, prepares for the new baby by sewing feedsack nighties for him. One point equals one diaper. In the story Out of the Dust by Karen Hesse , a young girl and her parents live in Oklahoma during the Dustbowl. You can prevent this by donating your points.

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Gender Inequality in 2014

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We took Home Economics (translate that to cooking and sewing class) instead of shop. Although it has brought some equality to education, and allowed some addition sports resources to be spent on women’s athletics, the women still have far fewer resources and opportunities in the sports arena. Teach your daughter to be equal.

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