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I worked on a birthday present for my nephew. Another Minecraft Creeper…sSSSSsss BOOM! This time I used a variety of greens instead of solids. I like it. It looks more like grass:)
I drooled over a Janome Hello Kitty machine..in turquoise:)
I worked. I did some blogging, cut some fabrics and prepped for a guild meeting. My embroidery demo is all ready to go. Can’t wait to see everyone again. Wow the months are just flying by! I’m starting to feel a bit pinched for time with the holidays creeping up on me…sSSSSsss BOOM!
There are a few things I’d like to check off my list before the end of the year… 2 t-shirt quilts and our CLMQG BOM, not including other crafty things that I want to do too! So I need to get busy…
We had a sewin/sleepover on Saturday and we made some good progress on the BOM.
I only have 1 block left to complete and my printer is unable to print the template…figures…
Paige is working on the layout and, hopefully soon, I’ll be able to get it ready for quilting.
Then, us girls went out to celebrate and unwind at the Blues Bar for dinner. The Bluesmobile is actually in the bar y’all! Very cool place with some tasty BBQ.
So tell me, …what projects would you like to complete before the holidays roll in? Christmas will sneak up on us before we know it! sSSSSsss BOOM!
During the Inventory Reduction Sale, we have all of our kits on sale. The newest arrivals are 20% off and all of the others are 50% off! Don’t miss out!
Our latest kit is Girl Crazy. Girl Crazy is Riley Blake’s newest fabric line. The line features all things girly!..roller skates, balloons, bubble gum, scooters, & so much more. And it’s pink!
Sugar and spice and everything nice. That’s what little girls are made of….
Looking for an adorable girls quilt that is quick and easy to put together? Then the Girl Crazy quilt kit is just right for you!
The border fabric has pink, yellow & blue daisies and the backing is fun bicycles!
Quilt is a perfect for the beginner & measures 40″ x 40″ .
Everything is included with your quilt including, backing, binding, quilt front and a free pattern!
The only thing needed is the batting.
Girl Crazy has complete step by step instructions to ensure you have a great time creating a one of a kind baby heirloom that’s handmade by you! this kit is on sale for $27.99
Folk tale and Rosalie are going at great prices. We have about 3 left of each one. Folk Tale is only $22.50!
And Rosalie is on sale for $31.48. Those are seriously great prices!
Check out the rest of our sale here!
Literally..I still have so many quilts tucked away and keeping them buried in plastic tubs in the garage makes me cringe..
So I’ve put my beautiful little Tea Cup Quilt on eBay to see if it can find a good home. Where it will be loved. Where it can be displayed. Where it won’t be stuck in a tub!
I made this quilt while I belonged to my Tea Buddies Flickr group. While I was a member, I met lots of ladies I still keep an eye on and a share a sweet word with every now and then.
I had a lot of fun in that group. I was a part of something where I created and my Buddies supported my efforts. I would strongly encourage anyone to get involved. Jump in and join a group. Join a block exchange. Join a swap. Make friends y’all…Yes, online friends!
I designed this quilt myself. I hand appliquéd the tea cups and hand embroidered the flowers. I can’t remember if I used the embroidery designs from a CrabApple Hill or Black Cat Creations pattern. I believe I adapted them a bit to fit in a tea cup.
I was inspired by my collection of tea cups I displayed on my kitchen hutch…flowers, cups and doilies.
Originally, my design was supposed to incorporate my moms crochet doilies but once I finished the quilt, it was a little too busy with the crochet. But no worries mom..I kept the doilies:)
So tell your all your tea buddies that there’s a special quilt top out there for sale!
All it needs is a quilter to finish it off, or instead, just add the backing and make it a table topper. It’s small enough to even use as a wall hanging or a throw.
Don’t let quilts live in plastic tubs! Adopt one today:)
True Blue Baby I Love You…Tips On Cutting And Assembly
“Have a whale of a good time with the fun nautical prints in the True Blue Collection featuring whimsical whales, splashing waves and fun geometrics. Anchors away!”
True Blue is designed by Ana Davis. I just love her children’s prints and Blend never, never disappoints me in the quality of their fabrics. I’ve loved every piece I’ve ever ordered from them and this is no exception! True Blue is vibrant and fun to work with.
I knew I wanted to do a strip quilt with this line. It’s perfect with the big playful whales and the baby whales in a row!
The kit is available in the Etsy shop. It includes step-by-step instructions to strip piece the quilt in no time for that special little one. Kit includes all your fabrics, binding and backing, and sews up fast for a baby shower or gift. You can easily quilt with straight lines. It’s a DIY complete project! *batting not included.
And I have some helpful tips for you if you’ve purchased the kit and are ready to start on your baby quilt.
I fussy cut the baby whales to make this quilt, but it wasn’t any trouble to do so since the fabric was printed really straight to begin with. Straighten the edge of your fabric so that the ‘white wave’ is on the cut. Line your ruler up for the 2 inches. The white wave that’s next in line should fall somewhere on that 2 inches. As you can see in the photo, my ruler lined up between the waves.
Cut your strip out and attach to the selected fabrics, taking note of the whale directions. They swim opposite each other!
After all these years sewing, I make the most basic mistakes:( Am I the only one out there that still does this?!? The seam ripper is my best friend..
Sew the strips together in pairs and trim the edges. *When sewing rows, alternate your sewing direction right to left and left to right. Alternating will keep rows straight and help prevent stretching in one direction.
I hope you have as much fun making this as I did! And if you have anymore questions about the True Blue baby quilt, don’t hesitate to ask. I’m happy to help!
How many quilts have we “Tweeted”?
Our newest version of our popular quilt pattern, Summer Tweets, is made using Folk Tale by Cinderberry Stitches.
Welcome a new baby in with a fresh new quilt! Brighten up a child’s decor, use a throw on the floor for baby to play on, or take it and baby to the park for playtime. The Folk Tale fabric line features flying fairies, cute birdcages, hexagons & hedgehogs. And did I mention those sweet, adorable little deer…oh dear.
Summer Tweets has been so popular because it’s a great beginner pattern made to showcase your favorite large scale prints. Easy piecing and clear concise directions allow you to assemble this quilt quickly! It only takes me a day to make one of these. The finished quilt measures 61″ x 61″. It’s a great size for a holiday throw, picnic, or wall hanging.
We have the Folk Tale baby quilt available now as a kit in the shop.
Quilt kit includes pattern, enough fabric for the top, and binding. Backing and batting are NOT included. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. We’re happy to help!
Here’s a few of our other samples made with Summer Tweets if you have the pattern and are looking for more inspiration.
Spooktackular
Wrenly
Alpine Wonderland
Josephine We also have 2 kits left of this Sweet Josephine.
Some of you might be looking for a wedding gift, baby shower or just wanting something quick and easy to stitch up at your next quilt retreat. If so, you’re in luck! We’ve taken the guesswork outta the process and assembled fantastic kits for you. Take a peek below and if you see something you’re interested in, click on the kit name and you’ll be whisked away to the SewMod Etsy Shop.
Summer Tweets
Welcome spring and summer in with a fresh new quilt! Brighten up your decor, add to a girls bedroom or take it on a picnic. We have designed a quilt kit with the new fabrics from designer – Josephine Kimberling for Blend Fabrics. The fabrics feature fun fruit, flower designs and modern geometric shapes.
Little Wallets
The Little Wallet is perfect for carrying your cards and cash. A simple and fast kit…Make more for your friends or as quick gifts! Modern fabrics and a crochet flower make this wallet unique. Choose from a variety of kits.
Rosalie
This Artful quilt kit is assembled around the ever so popular quilt pattern, Rosalie by Valori Wells, using all quality, quilt store designer fabrics from Art Gallery. Art Gallery is known for their exceptional quality in cotton fabrics. We’ve gathered a collection of deep blues, grays and colorful prints for you to create a beautiful quilt for you to treasure.
Boy Crazy
The focus fabric has everything boys love on it…submarines, robots, cars, baseball hats & more!
Kit includes step-by-step instructions to strip piece the quilt in no time for that special little one. Kit sews up fast for a baby shower or gift.
A great beginner quilt!
Owl Pals
Make these softie owls up for someone special. Makes a great gift for the little ones, whether it’s a holiday gift featuring Christmas or Halloween fabrics or to hang out with them as a room decor or an owl friend!
Owls can kitted up with any fabric combination from the shop.
Pre-Quilted Fat Quarters
We’ve quilted fat quarters in a variety of designs and fabrics so that you could jump right in and begin working on all of those adorable Curby’s Closet patterns. Each fat quarter will make 1 pair of shoes.
YogaMod Yoga Mat Sling
The kit is pre-cut for you. We’ve cut the fabric and interfacing out so all you have to do is follow our step-by-step instructions complete with photos to create your own Mat Sling! Also available in a variety of kit fabrics.
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It’s the season girls…Pj ‘s, hot chocolate, lots of TV and hand work. Yes, it’s almost winter and all I wanna do is bunker down, finish projects, and start new ones that I can finally finish this time next year.
Speaking of that…our annual downtime project last year is finally finished! It only took me a year to find the time..just in time to start a new one that is.
Let’s recap how these projects go…
*November/December is our slow time of year which allows us to work on projects for fun.
*We usually take a pattern or idea and put our own spin on it to make it fun & spark our creativity.
*2011’s project was the trees from material obsession.
*2012’s project was Tree House Hideaway from the book Hexa Go-Go. A must have for the hexie lover by the way!
The original tree house is rated ‘G’.
But my story is definitely for the more mature. My tree house is for adults only y’all.
Meet Samantha.
Her favorite mode of transportation is a bicycle and her basket is always full of pretty flowers.
She’s just up in the tree house ensuring a great time with her babe by adding a little something special to the punch…vodka:)..martinis are on the menu up in here.
Her Babe has arrived early for their rendezvous. She better hurry…
So sweet..he’s brought her flowers! Uh..he better have not picked those from her basket…hmmm.
Come on up Babe! Let me fix you a drink…It’s time for our Tree House Rendezvous!
So you see, just by taking an existing pattern, thinking out of the box, you can create your own story. Have fun with your projects. Mix it up! Not with vodka, but with different medias. Add embroidery, crochet, or buttons.
For example,..I added embroidered lazy daisies & french knots on the basket and his bouquet for more dimension. There are no rules when you allow yourself to make it your own.
Now I need a new story and I promise NOT to take an entire to finish this one…It’s time to create!
Have you carved your pumpkins, dressed in your costume and ate too much candy already? Ya, me too! Last weekend we had a small get together, ate, drank, and watched scary movies.
I was a nerd, which really didn’t require too much of a wardrobe change. Although I hope you guys don’t think I run around with my finger up my nose all the time.
Paige was Wonder Woman and she came in her invisible jet! What,…I’m serious;)
And Daisy was a princess in a tutu!
I finally finished that Which Witch’s Boot embroidery that I started quite some time ago for Paige. I think it turned out really well.
I do wish I’d been more heavy handed on the crayon technique. Live and learn. Next time I’ll try not to be so careful on the coloring. I found this image on Pinterest and I like how dark the boot turned out. It looks so real!
It’s in Paige’s hands now and she gets to choose the colors and quilting. I pulled a couple pics from the Internet for ideas to help with her decision. This is from the original pattern by Crabapple Hill.
And here’s some pretty cool quilting done on this one..
But this color combo is my fave! I love the green!
Have a safe & Happy Halloween everyone! No tricks…just treats!
There’s a new chill in the air and as I was walking daisy this morning, I realized how much I love fall in Chicago. The leaves change beautiful colors, the air is crisp, its apple pickin’ time and lets not forget my favorite drink at Starbucks is out..Pumpkin Spice Lattes!
And you know another great thing about fall? It’s time to start decorating for the holidays! We had two big hits in Madison this year that will surely inspire you & light a fire under your britches to start working on those holiday projects.
Blend fabrics has a new line out called Spooktacular. It was so popular that we’ve ordered a second round of bolts. We made this quilt with our Summer Tweets pattern. So simple that the top can be assembled from start to finish in a day! Summer Tweets was perfect for showing off the large scale prints. I just love that apothecary jar fabric.
This kit can be found in the Etsy shop for $45.00 including the pattern for free! No time left this year for Halloween, but we all know you can get it finished by next fall!..maybe;)
We can’t forget Christmas! We have another fun line from Blend fabrics called Hip Holiday.
It reminds me of Christmas Vacation when Clark puts that big tree on top of car! I couldn’t resist making this from our pattern called Fruitcakes. I spiced it up a bit though by adding a car & tree appliqué template.
Stop by the shop or give me a shout out for more info. We have some kits left and a few more half yards and yardages.
We always have the Curby Shoe patterns in stock in the shop but I’ve never made them. The thought of quilting my own fabric for this project made me whine…a lot, but this summer I visited my favorite quilt store in OKC, Oklahoma QuiltWorks, and they had this cute board display made up on how easy it was to make Curby Baby Shoes. I got Paige to do my quilted fabric and Wendy and I decided to give it a go. Besides, it would make a cute display for Madison. And guess what OKC was right. So cute and so easy!
So I made our own little display board and a couple of sets of shoes as samples.
The cowboy boot turned out super cute.
Paige quilted several yards of fabric to make kits for only $8.75. Just in case we had customers who also cringe at the thought of that part of the process:)
We cut tons of eye candy..aka Oval Elements from Art Gallery Fabrics. Everybody’s favorite. Who doesn’t want a rainbow of dots?
We ran a special of Create Any Bundle Of 11 or more and the fat quarters are as low as $2.19 a piece. Can’t beat that!
And check out our show pet, Henrietta Turtle. A pattern from Heather Bailey. My mom made this little sweetheart sample and she’s even got a unique SewMod twist..a hand crocheted flower! We kitted her up for only $13.50.
Madeline is always a hit. So she joined us again this year. Perfect for your sewing room or in my case…something pretty to look at while I get ready in the morning. She adorns my bathroom wall. $16.00 for the scrappy kit and pattern.
Several of our customers today commented on how reasonable our kits and overall pricing was. It’s nice to be able to provide that and pass some savings on to them. I even stood outside yesterday and passed out our extra vendor passes to four lucky ladies. Good deeds to start your day off right. It felt good!
We’re looking forward to another great day today. We hope you’ll join us. If not, check back for more pics!
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