Thank you to everyone who participated in the giveaway. It was so much fun to read your comments, especially your varying descriptions of disgust with the discarded gum.
According to the random number generator, comment #75 is the winner.
Also, for those who plan on posting a Monday mini quilt, whether here or on flickr, feel free to email me a link and I'll include it in Monday's post.
I'll be back in this space on Monday with my Mini Quilt Monday contribution.
Have a lovely weekend!
Friday, April 24, 2009
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
An Earth Day Don't and Do
Don't:
Litter by sticking your chewing gum in a nearby potted palm.
I started to take the picture because I was struck by the pink/green color combination. But then as I focused through my view finder, I realized that the "pretty pink thing" was actually gum. Yuck!
Do:
Use recyclable cloth totes to carry your groceries, sundries, science experiments, etc.
This one is crafted out of my hand dyed and patterned fabric with interfaced and stitched handles.
And it's reversible.
Also it could be yours because, in honor of Earth Day, I'm giving this tote away. Just leave me a comment and I'll enter you into the drawing for the bag.
I'll select a random winner and announce the name on my blog this Friday.
OK, now have a Happy Earth Day!
Litter by sticking your chewing gum in a nearby potted palm.
I started to take the picture because I was struck by the pink/green color combination. But then as I focused through my view finder, I realized that the "pretty pink thing" was actually gum. Yuck!
Do:
Use recyclable cloth totes to carry your groceries, sundries, science experiments, etc.
This one is crafted out of my hand dyed and patterned fabric with interfaced and stitched handles.
And it's reversible.
Also it could be yours because, in honor of Earth Day, I'm giving this tote away. Just leave me a comment and I'll enter you into the drawing for the bag.
I'll select a random winner and announce the name on my blog this Friday.
OK, now have a Happy Earth Day!
Monday, April 20, 2009
Mini Quilt Monday
Why is it Mini Quilt Monday? Is my adoration for adroit alliteration not a good enough reason to declare it Mini Quilt Monday?
Will Mini Quilt Monday be a regular feature? I can't commit because nothing spells disaster for an idea better than commitment, but I will say that I do have the makings for another mini quilt on my design wall.
Can anyone else play along? Hey, who am I to stand in the way of the creation of more mini quilts?
Nuff said.
p.s. I'll be adding the mini quilt along with a few other goodies to my shop if you're interested.
Will Mini Quilt Monday be a regular feature? I can't commit because nothing spells disaster for an idea better than commitment, but I will say that I do have the makings for another mini quilt on my design wall.
Can anyone else play along? Hey, who am I to stand in the way of the creation of more mini quilts?
Nuff said.
p.s. I'll be adding the mini quilt along with a few other goodies to my shop if you're interested.
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Stars
In my garden...
and on my bed.
I worked on this pillow sham off and on for a while. The stars were pieced using a paper piecing technique and then appliqued onto some white linen. I decided to stipple quilt the bulk of the background because I wanted texture but without an organized pattern. I think that the second sham, in keeping with the celestial theme need to be something like planets or moons.
I'm so enjoying having this bit of handmade goodness on my bed. So often I make things like this to give or sell. It's nice to have some of it close by to enjoy.
and on my bed.
I worked on this pillow sham off and on for a while. The stars were pieced using a paper piecing technique and then appliqued onto some white linen. I decided to stipple quilt the bulk of the background because I wanted texture but without an organized pattern. I think that the second sham, in keeping with the celestial theme need to be something like planets or moons.
I'm so enjoying having this bit of handmade goodness on my bed. So often I make things like this to give or sell. It's nice to have some of it close by to enjoy.
Thursday, April 16, 2009
It's All the Little Things
...that make me smile.
I shot a bunch of pictures today and I was initially really stumped as to how they worked together. They didn't seem overtly related to each other as a whole. As I processed them though I realized that each of these images brought out a unique kind of smile.
These images of my silly and adorable nieces brought the kind of grin that only comes from watching kids ham it up.
Capturing these pictures tickled me too. The smile was probably just as wide, but it came from another place. A place of awe and appreciation for the bounty that I pass by everyday in my own backyard and don't take enough time to notice.
This smile was followed by a question, " Has there always been so much orange in my world or am I just seeing it today?"
And this smile is definitely the product of loving the beautiful design possibilities inherent in the simplest of tools.
I shot a bunch of pictures today and I was initially really stumped as to how they worked together. They didn't seem overtly related to each other as a whole. As I processed them though I realized that each of these images brought out a unique kind of smile.
These images of my silly and adorable nieces brought the kind of grin that only comes from watching kids ham it up.
Capturing these pictures tickled me too. The smile was probably just as wide, but it came from another place. A place of awe and appreciation for the bounty that I pass by everyday in my own backyard and don't take enough time to notice.
This smile was followed by a question, " Has there always been so much orange in my world or am I just seeing it today?"
And this smile is definitely the product of loving the beautiful design possibilities inherent in the simplest of tools.
Monday, April 13, 2009
Sew Good
Sorry, I was powerless to resist that pun.
I've been sewing a lot lately...for myself. There's something about Spring that makes me want to plant a garden and sew new clothes. The garden urge was pretty much fulfilled by planting a few tomatoes and cucumbers, but the sewing clothes thing continues seemingly unabated.
A few weeks ago I mentioned a Simplicity pattern that I had adapted to make a sleeveless top. I posted a picture of that top on flickr and someone suggested that it would make a cute dress. I loved that idea, so that's exactly what I did.
I kept the original modifications I'd done including removing the ruffle that separates the bodice from the skirt and replacing the stand-up collar with ties. I added about 8 inches in length and a tie along the back.
I wanted to give the dress a slightly more fitted look and I debated the use of darts or gathering with or without elastic. Of course this debate was strictly with myself because no one in my family is nearly as interested in having this kind of conversation as I am. Anyway, I went with the ties and I'm very happy with the final result.
Spurred on by my success I also made two more new tops.
The one on the right is from the same pattern as the dress and the one on the left is Simplicity 4589. I actually wrote the pattern number without having to look it up. That would be a pretty clear indication of how many times I've made this pattern.
Both of these tops were made out of fabric purchased from Pink Chalk Fabrics . Kathy has a terrific selection of fabrics and patterns and always lots of great sales.
It's with a tiny bit of embarrassment that I admit I don't think I'm done with my Spring clothes sewing.
I've been sewing a lot lately...for myself. There's something about Spring that makes me want to plant a garden and sew new clothes. The garden urge was pretty much fulfilled by planting a few tomatoes and cucumbers, but the sewing clothes thing continues seemingly unabated.
A few weeks ago I mentioned a Simplicity pattern that I had adapted to make a sleeveless top. I posted a picture of that top on flickr and someone suggested that it would make a cute dress. I loved that idea, so that's exactly what I did.
I kept the original modifications I'd done including removing the ruffle that separates the bodice from the skirt and replacing the stand-up collar with ties. I added about 8 inches in length and a tie along the back.
I wanted to give the dress a slightly more fitted look and I debated the use of darts or gathering with or without elastic. Of course this debate was strictly with myself because no one in my family is nearly as interested in having this kind of conversation as I am. Anyway, I went with the ties and I'm very happy with the final result.
Spurred on by my success I also made two more new tops.
The one on the right is from the same pattern as the dress and the one on the left is Simplicity 4589. I actually wrote the pattern number without having to look it up. That would be a pretty clear indication of how many times I've made this pattern.
Both of these tops were made out of fabric purchased from Pink Chalk Fabrics . Kathy has a terrific selection of fabrics and patterns and always lots of great sales.
It's with a tiny bit of embarrassment that I admit I don't think I'm done with my Spring clothes sewing.
Friday, April 10, 2009
Blue
...really is the color of spring.
...both outside and inside.
New blooms to enjoy, new Passover tablecloth to lay out.
...both outside and inside.
New blooms to enjoy, new Passover tablecloth to lay out.
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Love the bag - count me in for your giveaway please. Happy E/day!