Have a great weekend!
Saturday, June 1, 2013
Bloglovin
I've added a "follow this blog with bloglovin" button on my sidebar since we're just a month away from Google Reader's shutdown! I'll admit I kept putting off the switch-- but it's so easy, and you can import all of your blogs from Reader right over.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Bloggers Quilt Festival-- a new baby quilt
I'm so excited to be able to share a new quilt for this spring's Bloggers Quilt Festival!
My sister-in-law is expecting a little girl next month. I may have 4 children of my own, but I am VERY excited to finally be an aunt. So a special quilt was a must.
It's a simple design created from half-square triangles. I used a variety of prints in navy, teal, soft red, coral, and yellow, based off the fabulous navy Tsuru floral. The light value fabrics are a spinoff of my much-loved mixed neutrals-- this time I used soft pink shot cottons, some Nani Iro double gauze, and off white Kona solids. I think the mix lends a sweetness to the quilt without being overbearingly pink.
I backed the quilt with a Kaffe Fasset shot cotton in Apricot. It is so incredibly soft! The binding is a fun teal floral I found at Jo Ann fabrics. I had originally planned to use a navy binding, but I'm not one to follow plans.
I always feel so funny naming quilts that I give away-- but for the sake of the festival, I've named this one "Welcome to Nunaka." It has particular meaning for the family. But Nunaka also means "a good place to live," and my niece is certainly going to be greeted with a whole lot of love.
Thanks for visiting! And have a great weekend.
It's a simple design created from half-square triangles. I used a variety of prints in navy, teal, soft red, coral, and yellow, based off the fabulous navy Tsuru floral. The light value fabrics are a spinoff of my much-loved mixed neutrals-- this time I used soft pink shot cottons, some Nani Iro double gauze, and off white Kona solids. I think the mix lends a sweetness to the quilt without being overbearingly pink.
I backed the quilt with a Kaffe Fasset shot cotton in Apricot. It is so incredibly soft! The binding is a fun teal floral I found at Jo Ann fabrics. I had originally planned to use a navy binding, but I'm not one to follow plans.
I always feel so funny naming quilts that I give away-- but for the sake of the festival, I've named this one "Welcome to Nunaka." It has particular meaning for the family. But Nunaka also means "a good place to live," and my niece is certainly going to be greeted with a whole lot of love.
Welcome to Nunaka
Category: Baby Quilt
Measures: 40" x 48"
Pieced and Quilted by: Me!
Thanks for visiting! And have a great weekend.
Friday, May 3, 2013
Super Tote!
A couple of weeks ago, I was lucky enough to be a tester for Anna Graham's new pattern-- the Super Tote!
I love all of Anna's patterns. They're always well-written and have unique details. The Super Tote pattern is no exception. This bag has a curved gusset, elasticized inner pockets, side pleats, and a recessed zipper.
I ordered a fabulous Anna Maria Horner linen print for the main fabric of the bag. Then I shopped my stash. The gusset and handles are Essex Yarn Dye Linen in black, the accent panels are Alexander Henry's Heath in black, the lining is Momo Freebird Ovals in blue , and the inside pockets are Anna Maria Horner's Shattered in punch.
The pattern came together very smoothly, even in its testing stages. Anna did something new this time around-- she created illustrations for the instructions, as opposed to using photographs. These diagrams make every step very clear.
My Super Tote had its first outing last night when we went to watch Avery in our citywide 6th grade band concert. I knew we would be at the arena for a few hours, so I loaded the bag up-- in addition to everything you see here, it also held snacks, a blanket, and my purse! It was comfortable to carry and opened really wide when we needed to dig in to get supplies. A+ for usability AND looks!
The Super Tote pattern is available to purchase now through Anna's pattern shop at Noodlehead. If you need a big bag for summer, trust me-- this is exactly the pattern you need.
I love all of Anna's patterns. They're always well-written and have unique details. The Super Tote pattern is no exception. This bag has a curved gusset, elasticized inner pockets, side pleats, and a recessed zipper.
I ordered a fabulous Anna Maria Horner linen print for the main fabric of the bag. Then I shopped my stash. The gusset and handles are Essex Yarn Dye Linen in black, the accent panels are Alexander Henry's Heath in black, the lining is Momo Freebird Ovals in blue , and the inside pockets are Anna Maria Horner's Shattered in punch.
The pattern came together very smoothly, even in its testing stages. Anna did something new this time around-- she created illustrations for the instructions, as opposed to using photographs. These diagrams make every step very clear.
My Super Tote had its first outing last night when we went to watch Avery in our citywide 6th grade band concert. I knew we would be at the arena for a few hours, so I loaded the bag up-- in addition to everything you see here, it also held snacks, a blanket, and my purse! It was comfortable to carry and opened really wide when we needed to dig in to get supplies. A+ for usability AND looks!
The Super Tote pattern is available to purchase now through Anna's pattern shop at Noodlehead. If you need a big bag for summer, trust me-- this is exactly the pattern you need.
Friday, April 12, 2013
geranium
I finally joined in on the Geranium Dress craze. And I can't believe how easy it was to make these two tunics for Charlotte. That Rae is a genius.
I used an older Alexander Henry print for my first one that I've had in my stash for years.
And for my second, I used pieces of fabric from Leslie at Maze & Vale, paired up with some grey chambray.
The best part about sewing baby clothes? They take hardly any fabric!!! My least favorite part of sewing clothes is cutting out the pieces, but with baby sizes, it's a breeze. Now I wish Charlotte's entire wardrobe was handmade.
And for my second, I used pieces of fabric from Leslie at Maze & Vale, paired up with some grey chambray.
The best part about sewing baby clothes? They take hardly any fabric!!! My least favorite part of sewing clothes is cutting out the pieces, but with baby sizes, it's a breeze. Now I wish Charlotte's entire wardrobe was handmade.
Sunday, March 31, 2013
Happy Easter (baskets)
Happy Easter!
I've been meaning to make the kids all coordinating Easter baskets. For years. I finally got my act together yesterday and made it happen.
I found some coordinating fabrics in my stash.
The pattern is adapted from Anna's Divided Basket pattern. Essentially, I left out the divider and the pocket, and shortened the height a bit. I wish I had used heftier interfacing-- without the divider to hold the middles in, they're a bit floppy. But they work just fine for Easter baskets.
I also made Cooper a Chewbacca softie I've had on my list since I saw it on MADE.
The pattern is from Draw Pilgrim, and so easy! I subbed out furry felt for the body and used nail polish for the silver on the bandolier. It came together in about an hour.
I hope you're having a great day! I'm busy cooking up food for a couple of family parties later. It's busy, but luckily I have Charlotte's chocolate bunny to keep me fueled. How nice of the Easter Bunny to leave it for her, even if she's not old enough to eat it herself.
I've been meaning to make the kids all coordinating Easter baskets. For years. I finally got my act together yesterday and made it happen.
I found some coordinating fabrics in my stash.
The pattern is adapted from Anna's Divided Basket pattern. Essentially, I left out the divider and the pocket, and shortened the height a bit. I wish I had used heftier interfacing-- without the divider to hold the middles in, they're a bit floppy. But they work just fine for Easter baskets.
I hope you're having a great day! I'm busy cooking up food for a couple of family parties later. It's busy, but luckily I have Charlotte's chocolate bunny to keep me fueled. How nice of the Easter Bunny to leave it for her, even if she's not old enough to eat it herself.
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