With the arrival of this year's spring, it is time to begin exciting new sewing projects so that we may delight in the unfoldment and blossoming of their creation. Many of you could very well be faced with the dilemma of how to make best use of the samplings from your J and O fabric scrap compost heap, rich in the nutrients of novelty design. Others could simply be thirsting for a new avenue of application for recently acquired prints. In any case, alleviate all of your anxieties surrounding this issue for you are now being presented with the time honored solution of the yo-yo. Yes, this circular disc shaped toy used since ancient times now has the additional modern use of being a fabric crafter's or sewer's design element. Rather than tying and wrapping a string around a hard circular material as done with traditional yo-yos, sewers worldwide are now using their fabric and and thread to make disc-shaped flat pouch-like creations.
They can be applied in a variety of manners. Some of these include use and embellishment for sewing projects such as making quilts, interesting applique features on handbags, clothing, backpacks, etc. The powers of your imagination are really only the limit here. If you wish to acquire more information about the construction of these yo-yos, please refer to the short tutorial provided below, and also be sure not to forget to check out our new lines of novelty prints on our website which is updated daily. Have a refreshing as well as pleasant spring time and may the sewer's knowledge of the yo-yo be with with you!
How to sew a basic Yo-Yo:
Step 1:
During this stage, you are going to be gathering up the materials needed in preparation for the yo-yo construction. You will need the following:
*Fabric - old clothing, scraps around the house, anything you can think of but it must be of medium to light weight so that the yo-yo will gather and layout smoothly
*A Circle Template - this template must be double the size of the your intended finished yo-yo, you can cut this out of cardboard, purchase a circle template at your local craft store, or use any circular object that can be found around the house such as jar or can lids, cups, bowls, etc
*Marking Tools - quilting pencils, or tailoring chalk
*Well Sharpened Scissors
*Hand Sewing Needles
*Quality Thread
Step 2:
Once you have all that you need, you will first begin by laying out your fabric. If you desire to cut multiple circles at once, it would be a good idea to layer your fabric. Next, place your circle template on top of the cloth, and then mark its perimeter with your pencil or chalk. At this point, if you intend upon cutting multiple circles, you might want to pin all of the layers together so that they remain anchored while you cut. Go ahead and cut out the circle(s).
Step 3:
It is now time to start sewing your yo-yo. Thread your sewing needle, and be sure to make a knot at the end. While working with the wrong side of the fabric toward you, begin to turn under the edge of the circle. This under turned edge should be approximately 1/8 to 1/4 inches. Insert your needle on the folded edge of the wrong side of the fabric so that the knotted end will be inside the yo-yo. Sew a running stitch around the edge of the circle, and turn it as sew stopping just short of where you began.
Step 4:
Hold the thread and needle in hand, and pull the string through to gather the circle. Gather the thread until you have an almost closed circle. Use this extra thread to knot the end stitch at the closing multiple times. Trim the thread close to the knots, and then hand press the yo-yo flat with resulting hole being in the center.
Congratulations, you have just completed your first yo yo! At this point, you may now apply your yo yo to whatever, sewing project you wish, simply leave it as is, or continue to make more of them. For those of you interested in joining multiple yo-yos together, please continue along with the below.
How to Sew Yo-Yos Together:
Step 1:
The first important thing to do it to arrange the yo-yos in a sequence that you find to be most aesthetically pleasing. This sequence can be as simple as a row of them lined up side by side or as elaborate as a lot of them used to create a variety of shapes in a pattern based on color combinations. The choice is yours, play experiment, and remember to have fun!
Step 2:
Once you have the pattern in place, begin by gathering two of the yo-yos together. Then take multiple whipstitches along one side with backstitching at start and end of the seam to help anchor it in place. You can make a knot at the at this point if you wish.
Step 3:
To attach the rest of the yo-yos, repeat step 2 by successively adding on more yo-yos until you have completed your row or pattern.
Color is ubiquitous. It is everywhere and in everything. Color is mood altering, energy balancing, absorbing, radiating, enhancing and subduing. And while different cultures place symbolic attributes and meanings on specific colors, scientific research in neurology, psychology & ophthalmology have preliminary evidence that the effects of color do not solely depend on cultural associations, but more importantly, are based on the fact that the human eye perceives color through sensors that are sensitive and responsive to light. This explains why both sighted and blind respond to the color blue, as well as why both adult and child with different nationalities are easier to lose their tempers when in a yellow colored room.
Several findings indicate that color and light have even been used as a source of healing since the beginning of recorded time as well. When you absorb color energy, it travels through the nervous system to the part of the body that needs it. Each body has its own optimum state of well being and is constantly seeking ways to maintain or restore a balanced state. Utilizing color is one way to help our bodies maintain this harmonious state.
In ancient Indian, Chinese & Egyptian cultures, health related treatments were based around the theory that health was not only contingent upon balancing our physical needs, but our emotional, mental and spiritual as well. And color application helped to do that. Feng Shui, chromo therapy and colorology are a few other healing arts based around aspects of the same theory.
Color and light have the ability to balance the energy wherever a person’s body may be lacking. In the ancient Indian healing art of the Kundalini System, colors affect specific energy centers in our body temples that help our seven chakras open & flow freely. These energy centers govern specific organs in our body temples and vibrate to specific colors that can be reenergized through visualization and application.
Crown /Head chakra violet Third Eye chakra – indigo Throat chakra- blue Heart chakra- green Solar Plexus chakra-yellow Sacred Plexus chakra-orange Root/ Base chakra-red
Color has the same ability when applied to the paint & décor of a room. Whether it’s the color of the walls, a piece of upholstered furniture, the window treatment, or a whole décor theme, color gives a room its look and feel and will therefore bring a positive or negative emotion to the person who enters it.
In the ancient Asian concept of the Feng Shui Five-Element Theory, every color is represented. These five elements are fire, water, metal, wood, and earth. Reds, oranges, brilliant yellows, pinks, and purples represent the element of fire, aligning with passion, danger, and a high energy level. White, gray, silver, and gold colors relate to the metal element and should be used as an accent rather than a main color, as they represent clarity and balance. The colors blue and black are associated with the water element and call forth freshness and abundance. Black in used in moderation when decorating a child's room because of its absorbent properties. Green and brown colors relate to the wood element and provide qualities of health and prosperity. Pale yellows and beige colors are related to the earth element and provide a strong, steady, and stable atmosphere. While it is mindful to pay attention to the use of these strong colors when creating or diffusing energy in your home or office, pastel colors can be used more freely. Pastels are moderate colors that do not represent any energy inhibiting dangers.
Have you ever noticed how certain colors make you feel? How that certain dress or suit seems to make your face glow a little brighter? How brown wall paneling or red drapes affects your mood? Color truly does affect us more than we know. But the more we understand how we process and view color, the more we can manipulate its usage through our choice of fabrics.
Below is a list of some of the more common colors found not only in nature and the man made world around us, but in the fabrics that we purchase for the purpose of creating the very look or feel we are speaking of. When you think of it, fabric can truly be used to convey a wealth of energy and information into a garment or home décor. From its color and texture, to its print and design, fabrics speak volumes without making a sound. Hopefully with this additional knowledge and deeper insight into the vibrations around each color, your next fabric selection will hold a deeper purpose and meaning.
Red
Red is an emotionally intense color, evoking energy and desire. It represents the life force contained in our physical bodies. Red attracts attention whether draped on a female form or coveting your plush sofa cushions. But be careful, red can make you appear heavier and raise your blood pressure as well.
Exam: red cars, red shoes, red light district, red stop signs, seeing ‘red’, painting the town ‘red’, red devil
Orange
Orange is an anti-depressant and appetite stimulator. It vibrates with our emotional sides and is reflective of a warm hearted disposition. Many fast food industries effectively use this color in their marketing strategies for this very reason.
Yellow
Yellow is the most difficult color for the human eye to take in, yet it stimulates our minds and helps us to focus, boosts our memory, and enhances our concentration. Maybe this is why legal pads and post-its are marketed by the industry on yellow paper. While some say that yellow is an optimistic color (as in the yellow ribbon put out when soldiers are at war) adults and babies have been documented to lose their temperatures more in rooms coated in this color.
Green Green carries a harmonizing and relaxing energy. It is the color of nature, fertility, creativity, wealth and good fortune. For women especially, it serves as a womb rejuvenator; stimulating the energy flow of the chi force. Because of greens calming effects, it is the color of choice for most doctor scrubs, hospital waiting rooms, and the green rooms that performers use prior to putting on a show.
Blue Like the many shades of green, blue also has a calming and tranquil affect on the mind and body. And while studies have found that people tend to be more productive in rooms painted blue, it is synonymous with a peaceful state. Fashion stylists recommend wearing shades of blue to job interviews because it symbolizes loyalty (as in the phrase, he is a ‘true blue’ friend). Many interior designers make use of the many shades of blue and green in their bathroom and spa decors.
Purple Purple is a very powerful color. It is the color or royalty and the finer things in life. It reflects a high sense of self both mentally and spiritually, and nurtures creativity.
Exam: purple heart of honor
Turquoise Turquoise and silver metals are synonymous with the Native Americans who used their natural qualities of protection and dedication for symbolic purposes in many of their jewelry pieces and body adornments. Turquoise stirs the imagination and stimulates concentration as well.
Pink While red is the color of desire, pink is the color of love void of this desire. It is romance and affection and symbolic of universal love. Pink is flirtatious, yet carries a calming effect on our overall disposition. A case study done in a state prison years ago found that when the bright orange colored uniforms the prisoners wore, were replaced with pink ones, the number of fights and overall level of aggression was reduced. In western culture, pink is symbolic of girls mainly because of the sweetness little girls were conditioned to possess.
Black Though not truly considered a color, black is still considered very symbolic in many cultures. Most notably symbolic of things dark and mysterious in western cultures, black is often worn by funeral attendants and those in morning. Black is also the color most associated with power and authority. In the fashion industry, black is considered a stylish and timeless color that has not only a thinning affect on the body, but is great for subduing undesirable physical attributes. Because it absorbs energy and light strongly, one must be mindful when furnishing or garmenting too heavy in black.
Exam: black tie event, black magic
White In many cultures, white is the color of innocence and purity. On the color spectrum, it is considered a neutral color and reflects light as well as energy. In many eastern cultures, it is worn to funerals and other spiritual ceremonies. White is a very revealing color, and as such, requires an attentive eye when used to upholster, garment and window dress.
Brown Brown is an earthy color representing the natural qualities of Mother Nature. It is considered to be a conservative color and a favorite of many men.
Grey Grey is the symbolic color of compromise. It denotes renunciation and suppression; this may explain why older depictions of monks and nuns show them with grey colored robes on. If you are looking to liberate yourself from a certain way of thinking, doing or experiencing, grey is the last color you want to surround yourself with.
Lavender Lavender symbolizes vanity and ultra-femininity. A perfect match for the female essence in all little girls and seasoned women.
What do the primary colors you choose to garment your body and home with say about you?
The latest consensus in the Presidential Campaign between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama seems to come down to a power struggle between black & white……..clothing that is.
In the matter of color, there is something to be said about the energy that colors carry and omit. Colors have symbolic meanings depending on various theorists and cultures. In the world of fashion and interior design, colors play an intricle part in enhancing or subduing our assets and flaws. It can shape the mood of the wearer, as well as the environment it covets. Most importantly, specific colors have been conditioned in our minds to be viewed as a source of power and influence, molding the perceptions of both the individual and the onlooker. Such is the case with black & white.
Let’s take black for instance. Blackis the ultimate dark. It is considered to be a conservative and conventional color. It can be serious and sophisticated, yet sexy and mysterious. On the streets, black is the sign of the rebel. In the corporate world, it connotes a sense of a very important person. For most, black is undeniably the power color of choice. And in the western battle of good vs. evil….black is always depicted as the bad guy.
When we see Hillary or Barack in black, we tend to see them as serious contenders in the fight for the win. We experience through our senses, their strong, confident and protective armor of black at work. Depending on the media portrayal of the debate at hand, black can have a positive or negative effect on the nation’s image of the candidate. And they know it too.
On the opposite end of the spectrum, we have the color white. As Americans, we have been conditioned to believe that white is the color of everything innocent, honest and pure. Doctors, healers and sages wear white, as well as first time brides. White is considered brilliant and angelic and for some, a power color that invokes confidence and assurity on all levels. In the western battles of good vs. evil…..whitedenotes the good guy, and good guys always win. Hillary and Barack know this as well and wear it strategically when necessary.
Color is everywhere, and image is everything. As we watch the debates, view highlights leading up to the elections, and Google Hillary and Barack in our attempts to catch up with the latest news in this history making moment of time, take a second to check out the number of occasions, and location of events, that they choose to wear their black or white. I am sure they are as consciously aware of their choices, as we are subconsciously aware of the affects those color choices have on our perceptions of each of our potential Presidents, as well as the in the world around us.
What is your power color?
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Just as Santa Clause represents Christmas, a hopping life-size bunny with a basket full of colorful eggs is the quintessential image of Easter.
But how did the Easter bunny and egg hunts become synonymous with Easter anyway? And how are these various images connected to the Christian version of the holiday? Aside from the historical findings that the hare, eggs and the Prophet Yahshua’s resurrection from the dead are all symbols of ‘fertility and life’, I cram to see any other relation.
In fact, my earliest memories surrounding Easter period, remind me of a haute couture fashion show on the runways of the House of God. The biggest question was not whether or not today would be the day you asked for forgiveness for the time you cheated on your math test, but whether or not today would be the day you wore your new royal crepe back satin dress with the coordinating clasp styled hand bag. Between the spirited cat walks up the isles from the young ladies in their embroidered brocades, silky chiffons and elegant furs, to the young men in their raw linens, suiting fabrics and stylish suedes. The after service gossip overshadowed the sermon this Easter Sunday. Even more important was whether or not Sister Victoria’s Easter bonnet would outdo Sister Evelyn’s for the second year in a row. It never ceased to amaze me how she was able to keep that two-foot wide lilac gingham check printed hat with floral trim positioned so neatly while catching the Holy Spirit at the same time. I wouldn’t be surprised if TV celebrity Tyra Banks began her modeling career and got the inspiration for her current hit show ‘America’s Next Top Model’, while sitting in the pews of this very church as a child.
Whether this holiest of Christian Holidays finds you decorating baskets for your yearly Easter egg hunt, decorating your dinner table for the traditional family Easter dinner, or finding just the right sparkle organza to match that brand new pink lame fabric you bought for your special Easter Sunday dress, let J&O be your #1 source for the perfect Easter holiday fabric.
In the 1939 American musical fantasy film The Wizard of Oz, Dorothy is accompanied by a heartless scarecrow, a brainless tin man and a cowardly lion on her way to the Emerald City in search of the magical remedy that would fill the self perceived voids within her and her new friends, and transport her back home where a loving and protective family awaited her.
Each character believed that what they desired to obtain most for themselves, could only be granted and given to them by another. When in truth, each individual was whole and complete within themselves….if only they believed.
The Wizard of Oz became one of the most beloved films of all times, with the movies’ theme song, Over the Rainbow, becoming a memorable song of inspiration and hope for the dreams and aspirations of Americans around the country .
And now this wonderfully symbolic and culturally significant work of art can be yours to fashion and recreate with the same imagination that spirited this wonderful movie, as only you can.
The Wizard of Oz has history and tells a story, encouraging a strong mind, a giving heart and a courageous nature respectively.
What story does the fabric you have on hand tell about you?
And how does it symbolically reflect various aspects of your spirit and personality?
Stay tuned .......
To find out where this path leads, just follow the yellow brick road.
What your favorite selections say about you may be deeper than you know.
In the meantime, you don’t have to wait on a fairy princess and ruby reds to make your fabric wish come true, with the click of a button you can check out all the magical fabric we have to offer right here at J&O.
In the game of love, there are those who like the chase. Then, there are those who like to be chased. None a love affair was ever so revered and watched with curious amazement than that of our famous cat and mouse duo of Tom & Jerry.
After almost 65 years, they are still playing the game they made famous….the game of cat and mouse. And they are playing it just for you.
Hanna Barbera’s famous cartoon characters of Tom & Jerry are now available on 100% cotton fabric for our nostalgic viewing pleasure. Each print captures a scene of love vs. war that these two became known for, as we watched day in and day out for the cat to not only catch, but eat the mouse he so aggressively sought to destroy. But through all the mayhem and destruction, Tom never did. And what seemed even stranger, was that when the two finally did find themselves in the stranglehold embrace of one another, they almost seemed, well, ….friendly.
So why did Tom chase Jerry? Was it a false sense of duty instilled by his full-figured, overly stressed and frustratingly unidentifiable owner of earlier years? Was it the response to a normal feline/rodent enmity? Or were they merely being paid to act out these violent & theatrical gags that never produced blood despite their mutating affects, for the entertainment of curious and bored little boys and girls looking to live out their frustrations of life vicariously through the maniacal duo?
As children, we came to the simple conclusion that this is just what cat and mice did. They chased, to chase another day. Tom was clever, yet stupid and Jerry was an instigator who liked taunting Tom. And it was funny and it was make believe. And in the end, they were friends just doing their job…no harm, no love lost.
As adults we look back and laugh with a sigh of relief for all the deadly reenactments we didn’t choose to commit on siblings, and the nostalgic memories of a simpler day left behind.
The only question remaining: Who did you vote for, Tom or Jerry?
Babywearing: the practice of wearing or carrying a baby or child in a sling or other form of carrier.
Babywearing is a traditional custom that has its roots in almost every culture. From the Ancient Eastern to the Modern Western, wearing babies has been an intricate part of the motherhood journey in women both young and old.
Starting in Egypt and dating back to the time of the Pharoahs, images of children being carried in slings can be found on the walls and pyramids. From Africa to America, reflections of this art form are still seen and practiced around the world.
In Mexico, traditional baby slings were constructed by colorful scarves called rebozos. Here, they are not only an expression of Mexican art, history, and culture, but they are used for carrying their babies as well.
In Peru, the traditional name for their baby slings is mantas. In Africa, it is called khangas, and in Indonesia, it is called a selendangs. All of these slings are constructed with rectangular pieces of cloth that are tied or wrapped in many different ways.
The Chinese mei tai is a square piece of cloth with parallel unpadded straps emerging from the sides of each corner. It is secured by bringing all the straps together in a twist with the ends tucked. This ancient technique for baby wearing has been incorporated by many Western cultures and is one of the most widely used forms of wrapping today.
The podaegi is a Korean carrier with a medium to large rectangle of fabric hanging from a very long strap. Traditionally the rectangle is quilted for warmth and wraps around the mother's torso, while the straps are wrapped snug under the baby's bottom and tied around to the front to support and secure the baby on the mother's back.
Traditional babywearing in Japan was done with a wrap carry, using an obi(sash). Similar to the hmong and mei tai carriers, the onbuhimo has long top straps and a rectangular body; but at the bottom of the rectangle, loops or rings allow the top straps to be threaded through and tightened, while the straps are tied at the waist. The body is much smaller than the bodies of most mei tais and other Asian-style carriers, and the onbuhimo is traditionally used on the back.
No matter which style you choose to use, certain fabric selections will yield certain characteristics for your baby sling. Stretchy wraps are generally made of knits such as jersey or interlock. These offer some give, making it easier to transfer your infant in and out, but can feel a little less secure than a fabric without give.
Polyseter fleece and wool jersey are sometimes used for carrying babies in cool weather. They provide wonderful warmth in a lightweight and quick drying fabric, and can be found in a vaiety of colors and prints.
Woven wraps can be made from a wide choice of colors, patterns and materials. Natural fibers such as cotton, hemp, linen, silk and wool can also be used. Carriers which are 100% cotton or other natural fibers will tend to have less stretch.
The most common baby slings are made with homespun or hand-woven fabrics that contain simple over-under weaves like twills and jacquards. These weaves provide some stretch diagonally to allow for give as well.
Baby slings are great for when you need to 'free up' your hands for other things aside from hugging your little one. Not only do slings and wraps allow for more freedom of movement, but they also help create and instill a level of security for your very dependent child. Your child can comfortably learn the world, while at the same time bonding with you.
Not only are baby slings practical and functional, but for some, they are a fashion statement as well. From silky satins to eco-friendly organics, selecting a fabric and print that expresses your energy, personal style or coordinating savvy can be a reflective and creative process.
Create Your Own Baby Sling Wrap
To get started on creating your own baby sling, the first step is to search our sight for just the right material. To be on the safe side, it is recommended to buy a minimum of 2-5 yards. Select from our section of novelty prints, dress prints, fleece or African fabrics. Then choose from the listed techniques below. Try them all to see which one is the right one for you and your baby. With your own creative imagination and a little help from J&O, you can make your own statement and share in the joy of babywearing with your little one today!
(The following wrap sling requires a sling ring to secure your little one once inside the wrap.)
Thread your sling as shown. Tip: If you unfold your sling before threading it, it will be easier to adjust.
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Hold the rings of your sling with your right hand. Be sure the tail is in front of the loop. Fig. 3 Put your left arm through the loop and bring your sling over your head.
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Rest the rings in front of your right shoulder. If you put the rings of your sling along on your shoulder or if you put your sling around your neck you will not be as comfortable as with the rings in front of your shoulder.
Fig. 5 Open the pouch of your sling and carefully set your baby inside. While you support your baby's weight and head, pull on the tail to tighten your sling. You can customize the fit of your sling by pulling on one side of the tail to tighten one side of the pouch and pulling on the other side of the tail to tighten the other side of the pouch. Fig. 6
As your baby gains weight you can minimize the strain on your back by wearing the rings lower and spreading the fabric across your shoulder.
If you have a newborn it is important to always support your baby's head until the sling has been tightened enough to provide support. Newborns usually should lie down in the sling until they have head control. You may place your baby in the sling with the head on either side. This position is also excellent for nursing. As you nurse you can completely cover yourself by placing the tail of your sling over your shoulder. Some newborns are happier in a vertical position (see Fig. 8). Your baby can be carried this way if you tighten the sling enough to support your baby's head.
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Newborn, Reclinging, Nursing Positions
Pull one side of your sling up against your chest to create a deep, secure pouch. Open the pouch with one hand and, while supporting your baby's head and weight, set your baby in with the head on either side. Continue to support your baby as you pull on one side of the tail to tighten the outer part of the pouch and the other to tighten the inner part. Please be sure to tighten the sling sufficiently so that your baby is secure. Very young babies may seem all bunched up inside the sling. Most babies are comfortable this way. If not, they will let you know. If you think your baby is lost down inside the sling you can put a receiving blanket or small pillow in the sling before setting your baby inside.
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Newborn Vertical Position
Carefully place your baby in your sling. The bottom of the fabric should cover your baby's bottom and the top of the fabric should cover your baby's head. Tighten the top of the fabric enough to support your baby's head. Tighten the bottom of the fabric to securely hold your baby in place.
Once your baby has head control she will probably want to sit in your sling so she can see her world. Your baby can sit in your sling in several positions.
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Kangaroo Carry
This position works best with younger babies who have head control. Put on your sling and open the pouch as if you were planning to put your baby in lying down. Cross your baby's legs and place your baby in sitting up. While supporting your baby's weight, pull on the tail to tighten the sling.
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Front Carry
As your baby grows, the Kangaroo Carry position may no longer be comfortable, but the front carry position will work well. Place your baby in the sling facing sideways. Be sure the bottom fabric comes out to your child's knees. For a restless child, the top fabric should also cover your child's shoulders. Tighten your sling until your child is secure.
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Hip Carry
This is an excellent position for heavy toddlers because your hip is used to support your child's weight. Put your child in your sling and rest your child on your hip with your child's legs straddling you. The bottom of the sling should extend out to your child's knees. The top of the sling should come up to your child's arms. If your child is restless, pull the top of the sling over your child's arms. Tighten the sling until your child is secure.
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Back Carry
The Back Carry position is recommended for children who are at least one year old. Put your sling on with the rings too high on your shoulder. You may want to start with them on or slightly behind your shoulder. Place your child in the sling in the hip carry position with your child's arms covered. Carefully slide your baby around to your back. It is recommended that until you are used to this position you have a friend check your child's security. The back carry position should only be used with a cooperative child.
As an ever growing online fabric store we have found it beneficial to cater to the decorating needs of as many different types of customers as possible. Our most popular decorator fabrics tend to be those with retro or futuristic designs.
Nevertheless, not all of our customers are interested in such extroverted decorator fabrics. For those of you who enjoy more stately and elegant decor, we also have an extensive selection of designer fabrics that should appeal to your taste.
If you need to make draperies or other accoutrements to compliment a room, the following fabrics will be of interest:
The impact that an appropriate upholstery fabric can have on your decor cannot be underestimated. Therefore, the following designer upholstery fabrics have a dignified appearance that will enhance their surroundings:
Regardless of what type of fabric you need or the style you need it in, you are bound to find it at jandofabrics.com.*
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The New York Giant’s thrilling win over the New England Patriots this past Sunday went down in history as the most watched Super Bowl ever. With 97.5 million viewers watching sofa side, and thousands more cheering on from the University of Phoenix Stadium itself, you’d swear it was Super Tuesday instead. Some watched for the awesome plays, some watched for the sexy players, while others just wanted a laugh or two off the funny and creative commercials in between.
One thing everyone bore witness to was one of the biggest upsets in Super Bowl history. New York shattered New England’s unbeaten season 17-14 as Manning hit Plaxico Burress on a 13-yard fade with 35 seconds left. It was the Giant’s 11th straight victory on the road and the first time the Patriots tasted defeat in more than a year. And now the 1972 Miami Dolphins can pop another bottle of champaign in celebration of their undefeated run still intact, the only perfect season in the Super Bowl era.
Whether you were partying in the comfort of your own home or taking it all in with friends and strangers under the sunny sidelines, one thing is for sure….everywhere you looked, you saw the red, white and blue colors of both the Patriots and Giants .
Fans young and old sported cotton headwear, shirts, pants, flags and a host of other creative crafts for their #1 team. Home party spreads laid on top NFL table dressings and up in the hometowns of both the reigning champs and their opponents, fleece throws and outwear were rep’d from borough to borough.
Now I didn’t do any extensive research, but judging on the number of calls and orders we received before and after the big game, something tells me that the majority of those die hard fans got their sought after licensed NFL fabrics right here from J&O. After all, we are the #1 source for all your NFL,NBA and College Teammaterial. But don’t take our word for it, if you haven’t checked out our inventory yet, it’s time to jump on the bandwagon.
And if you weren’t a Giants fan before, what are you waiting for?
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One thing everyone bore witness to was one of the biggest upsets in Super Bowl history. New York shattered New England’s unbeaten season 17-14 as Manning hit Plaxico Burress on a 13-yard fade with 35 seconds left. It was the Giant’s 11th straight victory on the road and the first time the Patriots tasted defeat in more than a year. And now the 1972 Miami Dolphins can pop another bottle of champaign in celebration of their undefeated run still intact, the only perfect season in the Super Bowl era. 
