Welcome to DAY 5 of our 12 Days if Christmas celebration!
For our 5th Day Of Christmas giveaway, we are doing a GIVEAWAY of one $100 Home Sew eGift Card to one lucky winner. The gift card can be used towards any item available on the Home Sew website! Woot, Woot!
More about Home Sew: For over half a century, we at Home Sew, a family owned and operated company, have worked tirelessly to provide a storehouse of goods -fabrics, notions, crafts, books, supplies, inspiration and knowledge- that empower the enthusiast with what he or she needs to bring their ideas to life. Our inventory is stocked with thousands of items, from the basic necessities and latest trends to rare hard-to-find items, and everything in between!
They even have a special section called "Cinnamon's Favorite Things!" Find doll specific notions like zippers, velcro, buckles, and more!
Simply comment on this blog post finishing the following sentence…
“I have a hard time finding (insert notion or supply here)"
Comments must be left (on this blog post) by midnight (pacific) on Tuesday, 12/29/2020.
One entry per person.
No purchase necessary, void where prohibited. Must be 18 or older to enter. While we wish we could run this contest everywhere, for legal reasons it is only open to eligible residents of the U.S. and Canada, not including Rhode Island. This contest is exclusively endorsed by Liberty Jane Clothing and Pixie Faire.
This is part of the 12 Days of Christams annual promotion, each day from December 25th through January 5th we are going to reveal a special One Day Giveaway for One Lucky Winner! These will be short-term prizes, designed for just 1 day each. So, be sure to set your alarm, bookmark our blog, and remember to check back each day. The giveaway will begin and end at midnight pacific time each day. Don’t miss out!
The winner will be chosen randomly from the comments received and contacted through the email provided in the comment. We will post a list of all the winners in the wrap up blog post on January 6th.
Additionally, by commenting, you agree to allow us to use your comments for future promotional activities. In other words – we might quote you when we are putting together new testimonial pages. If you’re not okay with that – don’t leave a comment
Okay, good luck, and if we’ve forgotten anything we will modify and/or update this post as needed.
We hope you enjoy our 12 Days Of Christmas Celebration. We are incredibly grateful for your ongoing support and wish you a happy holiday season, and a terrific new year!
Happy New Year!
Cinnamon & Pixie Faire Team
I always keep my eyes open for doll scale fabrics and notions. I can find basic buttons at the local craft stores but have a hard time finding tiny decorative ones. I also search for narrow decorative laces. So far my best sources have been eBay, Etsy and antique stores.
I have a hard time finding fold over elastic.
I have a hard time finding doll sized supplies, zippers,buttons,and such. Home Sew, has always been my go to place for these supplies. Just love their selection.
I have a hard time finding small scale laces and trim.
I have a hard time finding narrow Velcro, small zippers and small buttons.
I have a hard time finding bulk quantity of soft thin two-sided velcro in colors other than black and white
I have a hard time finding buttons and trims.
I have a hard time finding middy braid trim.
Tiny buttons and separating zippers.
I have a hard time finding smaller zippers. Everything I have locally is at least 12"
I have a hard time finding bulk quantity of soft thin two-sided velcro in colors other than black and white, as well as some notions like buckles and buttons.
I have a hard time finding 5" separating zippers.
I live in a small town and have trouble finding fabric with small scale prints, especially knits. And fabric websites do not always show a ruler next to the print so that I can tell what size the print is.
I have a hard time finding things I can picture in my head and for over 40 years Home Sew has been my go to as I always find what I’m looking for there not only for doll supplies but all the other crafts I seem to get in trouble with!:)
I have a hard time finding velcro suitable to use on doll clothes.
“I have a hard time finding doll notions. I am so excited to find Home Sew again. After a couple of moves I loss track of them but I still have old catalogs in my stash. I’ve bookmark the site now. Thank you
I have a hard time finding buckles and other doll sized embellishments.
I have a hard time finding vinyl that I bought….It’s invisible!)
Tiny zippers and doll size separating zippers are not available in our area.
I have a hard time finding fabric locally in small enough prints, as well as tiny buttons!
I have had a hard time finding, in fact I have never found, the thin clear velcro that is found ready made doll clothes. Also have not been able to find metal claps that would would work for boy doll medical tunic and cape closures.
I have a hard time finding notions in the right size for doll clothes.
I have a hard time finding tiny snaps
I have so much sewing things, but I have a hard time finding the smaller buckles. Enjoy sewing doll things for my granddaughter!
I have a hard time finding enough time to sew. With 4 kids I don’t have much free time. :)
I have a hard time finding notions for doll clothes made in USA.
I have a hard time finding doll size trims and closures.
I also have a hard time finding buttons in the size and colors I want. I buy ribbon and lace in bulk amounts of 50-100 yds. Almost all supplies I use have to be through online shopping since closest stores are 1 1/2 hours away. Since today’s giveaway is from Homesew I hope it’s ok to say I get my snaps from them in bulk.
I have a hard time finding fold over elastic and small zippers.
I have a hard time finding more of what I found at estate sales. I didn’t realize when I first started sewing and getting all that wonderful stuff for cheap (much of it in the unopened packaging with original prices of only pennies), that they may not make it anymore or at least sell it here at our little Joann’s. I definitely can’t find the low low prices at the store on the few things they do still carry.
This year I have had a hard time finding the laces I want for doll clothes and cute ribbon.
I have a hard time finding decorative buckles for belts, shoes and purses.
I have a hard time finding attractive trims in a small enough scale for a 14" doll. For example, pre-gathered lace. And I wish there was a rick rack somewhere between the tiny one and the next size up.
I have a hard time finding separating zippers for doll sleeping bags and coats, and strong small velcro closures for doll purses and accessories.
I have a hard time finding time! So much material, so little time!
I have a hard time finding buckles and zippers at a reasonable price.
I have a hard time finding tiny separating zippers and tiny buckles for overalls.
I have a hard time finding tiny buckles (for doll shoes and belts) and separating zippers
I have a hard time finding buttons small enough and suitable for doll clothes.
I have a hard time finding 1920s fringe on lace at the correct length or any really good quality lace sized for 18 inch. Thanks PixieFaire!
The item I have the hardest finding is unusual small buttons for my out-of-box outfits.
I have a hard time finding Buttons, snaps and the thin velcro I need to finish outfits.
I have a hard time finding time to sew all of the things I want to make :)
I have a hard time finding the right-size button in the right color.
Lace trims, especially ones that are small scale and suitable for historical outfits. Everything usually looks too big, modern, and synthetic.
I have a hard time finding quality narrow ribbon.
I have a hard time finding small print knit fabric small buckles.
I have a hard time finding the right size buttons, buckles, zippers, etc for sewing doll clothes.
I have a hard time finding appropriate sized buttons, especially metal ones, to complete the style of my doll clothing. I also wish they would make velcro in 1/4" width and zippers in a greater variety of colors in the shorter sizes.
I have a hard time finding small buttons that look appropriate.
This year I’ve had a hard time finding the size elastic that I needed.
I have a hard time finding the best place to purchase buttons and notions online as I can not source them locally.
I have a hard time finding the right size buttons.
I have a hard time finding the best place to purchase buttons and notions online as I can not source them locally.
I have a hard time finding tiny zippers.
I have a really hard time finding separating zippers for doll jackets, hoodies etc.
I have a hard time finding doll sized zippers for jackets n coats.
I have a hard time finding supplies to make belts and the right size of buttons for the doll outfits.
I have a hard time finding small zippers. I’ve never heard of Home Sew until now so I’m anxious to check it out!
I have a hard time finding lace and trims for doll clothes.
I have a hard time finding doll size buttons and lace..especially if its a time period piece..
Have shopped for over 20 years with Home Sew. Fantastic business to order from. Have never had a problem. Great place to find doll sized products.
“I have a hard time finding Organic fabric in a local store. I like to see a feel it prior to purchasing.
I have a hard time finding doll sized buttons and snaps.
“I have a hard time finding craft sales to Goto because of covid.
I have a hard time finding pressing equipment for baby and doll clothes
I have a hard time finding doll size overall buckles until today when I saw your site for the first time – I have never found them anywhere before. I will be ordering! I also wish for softer velcro that could be hand sewn in place. The HARD plastic hook side of most velcro just does not allow for hand sewing!
Have trouble finding items that the scale is right
I have a hard time finding seperating zippers.
I have a hard time finding notions that are small enough to use for dolls such as wellie wishers
I have a hard time finding time to make all the cute projects I want to make! Thanks for the giveaway!
I have a hard time finding small hooks and belt buckles.
Buckles! was trying to make a “medieval” costume for my son one Halloween and trying to find buckles for his costume was a nightmare!
I have a hard time finding doll sized snaps.
I have a hard time finding the right sized snaps, buckles and zippers locally. As well as small trims. It would be great to have the right sized stuff right here in my little workshop!
I have a hard time finding the time to pull together a project, sewing it, and completing it.
I have a hard time finding thin velcro and small trims and buttons on the local level. They are easy to find online, but sometimes it is nice to see them “in person”.
I have a hard time finding money to spend on supplies. With covid and not working it is difficult to get by.
Quality hand sewing needles
I have a hard time finding small buckles. They go so well on the Wellie Ella Rose dress by Jen Ashley.
I have a hard time finding trims. I always want to add cute trims to some of my dresses or tops, but it’s difficult finding any that are really cute and small enough.
I have a hard time finding the time to sew. I always have good intentions, but get distracted.
I have a hard time finding buckles for doll clothes, such as those used for rompers, overalls, and jumpers.
Velcro and small zippers are the hardest thing for me to find for my creations. Now I know where to source them.
I have a hard time finding doll sized decorative closures, like frogs for Asian inspired dresses.
I have a hard time finding small short zippers.
I have a hard time finding doll-size buttons, buckles & other fasteners. Part of the problem with finding the fasteners is knowing what they are called.
I have a hard time finding knit ribbing.
I have not been able to locate mini size overall slides and buckles to make a jumper or overalls.
I have a hard time finding doll size separating zippers.
I have a hard time finding soft flexible hook and loop tape. I live in rural Alberta which means I will have to break down and order online but shipping to Canada plus US exchange rate makes the cost outrageous. Which I could find a supply based in Canada
I have a hard time finding small trim for doll clothes.
I have had a hard time finding the softer type of Velcro needed for use on doll clothes. Thank you very much for your generosity and I appreciate knowing about the Home Sew website and the wonderful variety it offers.
I have a hard time finding buckles, trims and laces that are doll size. Small print fabric is also an issue. Have so many patterns but don’t find appropriate fabric to go with, unless it is a one color
I have a hard time finding historical style belt buckles for my Regency and Civil War style gowns! I also wish it were easier to find doll-sized metal buttons for historical men’s clothing.
I have a hard time finding small print fabric for 18 inch doll clothes. I have been purchasing doll zippers, buttons, overall buckels, elastic, and trims from Home Sew for years. Glad that Pixie Faire is recommending them!
I have a hard time finding buttons and fold over elastic.
I have a hard time finding soft skinny Velcro.
Donna
December 29, 2020
I find it hard to find zippers and buckles for doll sized clothes.