by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

I was able to get these gifts done just before my machine started to misbehave. I forgot to get a picture of the back of the second group of koozies - but, they too had names stitched on them. Needless to say, there are many men in my family - LOL. Thanks for taking a look! Laura

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by joannmeyer 06 Jan 2015

Very clever sayings! I may need to "borrow" some of these. Love them!

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 06 Jan 2015

Thank you - help yourself - I "borrowed" them myself! Hugs, Laura*

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by kanny 06 Jan 2015

Awesome!!! Great gift choices ( Aussie gifts by any chance LOL)

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 06 Jan 2015

Hahaha - no, US gifts..... but, I do happen to have a most wonderful Aussie daughter-in-law that I think the world of!! Hugs, Laura*

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by marianb 06 Jan 2015

Well done the men will love them

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 06 Jan 2015

Thank you, Marian I think they did!! Hugs, Laura*

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by loosie 05 Jan 2015

These are fantastic :)

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

Thank you!! Hugs, Laura*

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by katydid 05 Jan 2015

Great job! It has been a while since I have stitched the can and bottle ones. A really good tip for me to offer is keep a soda can and a bottle water in sewing room to try for fit. My first try was a 1/4 inch seam and discovered it a bit to tight.Mind you some water bottles are a slight different. Any way I did not like ripping them out. Kay

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

That is a great tip, Kay!! I ran downstairs to the kitchen, once I finished one koozie to try it out - I was worried about the fit - but, was very lucky that it fit just fine. Thanks!! Laura*

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by RockyB 05 Jan 2015

Awesome job! I've never thought of this-I had no idea they sold unsewn Koozies!

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

Thank you!! I am so happy that they do - makes a great gift. Hugs, Laura*

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by pldc edited 05 Jan 2015

well done, they are all terrific. where ever did you order that assortment of foam? ~hugs~

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

I have had them for awhile - let me look into it and I will post where I ordered them from. Thank you!! Hugs, Laura*

dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

I believe I ordered the neoprene koozie material from
https://www.blankkoozies.com/
There are lots of sites that sell them.

pldc by pldc 05 Jan 2015

thanks Laura I appreciate it very much

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by sonjapotgieter 05 Jan 2015

They Beautiful..Think all the machines did overtime!!Mine is also playing up!!!

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

Sonja - how right you are!! Seems like everyone was having a time with their embroidery machines!! Thanks, Laura*

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by pennifold 05 Jan 2015

These are always a staple at any Aussie barbecue! Well done, they all look fabulous. Love Chris

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

Thanks Chris! They were a fun project - trying to find humorous sayings! Hugs, Laura*

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by NancyBT10 05 Jan 2015

They look so professional! Great job!. How difficult was it to sew on this type of fabric? Tips and hints would be most welcomed ;-) I would like to embroider some for my husband with motorcycle logos. Do you think something like that would be too dense?

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

I used a couple of layers of tear away on the back of these and tried water soluable stabilizer on the top - but, really didn't notice a difference when I didn't use the WSS. The stitches do sink in regardless. My thoughts are, you would do best by avoiding dense designs. These stitched up very quickly - I made sure to double sew each side. My "guys" loved having their names stitched on. Don't hesitate to ask me questions - I'll help in any way I can!! Good luck! Thanks, Laura*

NancyBT10 by NancyBT10 05 Jan 2015

How nice of you to offer help! Thank you for advising me to stay clear of dense designs. It is so heartbreaking to ruin materials! If I understand, double sewing each side is a great idea. You really did an awesome job! Thanks so much for commenting and should I have a problem...I know now the expert to contact! Thank you Laura!

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by 02kar Moderator 05 Jan 2015

Great job on these. I know these will be used.

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

I am always on a quest to find designs and projects for men. Besides my sweet DH, I have 4 kind brothers, 3 handsome sons, a super father-in-law and a wonderful son-in-law. My beautiful daughter and brilliant 2 year old Granddaughter are easy to stitch for - the guys, not so much!!!! Everyone of the "guys" loved this gift! Thanks and hugs, Laura*

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by basketkase 05 Jan 2015

These are great..........very handy to have around as gifts for any occasion......

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

I am sure I will be making a few more! Thanks! Laura*

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by dragonflyer 05 Jan 2015

Nicely done...I am sure these will get a LOT of use!!

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

Hahaha ... I actually saw my son-in-law use his at his house the other day. Thanks!! Laura*

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by elemausi 05 Jan 2015

Great work, which material have you used?

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dailylaundry by dailylaundry 05 Jan 2015

I ordered the koozies - which were flat - I just embroidered on them and machine stitched up the sides. It was an easy project and nice to be able to stitch a "guy's" gift! Thanks, Laura*

elemausi by elemausi 05 Jan 2015

Thank you

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