tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11301241654763673082024-03-12T19:52:47.537-05:00Write HereMy blog is about quilting, sewing, crafting, and sometimes I just share my thoughts.Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-12760646312196058822012-09-16T19:40:00.001-05:002012-09-16T19:43:30.198-05:00Sunny, Happy Skies! A Quilt for a Baby<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGdblUgK04Jveci760Hv2lv2Zup17Ff2x4vJoBa__ICNVv8m2jXRBzzwVcLeXPXh9MUWXExTySwFu6_0d-0_wXIedP3ZZAvpt2ekOtOS1eSMg7fK0jMa-I6Od23IeYu4eZHCbQtBjrAEI/s1600/Abigail%2527s+quilt+made+with+Riley+Blake%2527s+Sunny+Happy+Skies.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="248" width="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGdblUgK04Jveci760Hv2lv2Zup17Ff2x4vJoBa__ICNVv8m2jXRBzzwVcLeXPXh9MUWXExTySwFu6_0d-0_wXIedP3ZZAvpt2ekOtOS1eSMg7fK0jMa-I6Od23IeYu4eZHCbQtBjrAEI/s400/Abigail%2527s+quilt+made+with+Riley+Blake%2527s+Sunny+Happy+Skies.jpg" /></a></div><br />
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I recently made this quilt as a gift for a soon-to-be-born baby girl. Her grandparents have been my next-door neighbors since 1993, but I have known them even longer. The baby's father is the same age as my daughter. Such an exciting time for a special family. I am so happy for them.<br />
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For this project, I chose a Rolie Polie, which are precut strips, of Riley Blake's "Sunny Happy Skies," designed by Bella Blvd's Stephanie Hunt. After I unrolled the 2.5-inch strips, I played with arrangement until I settled on grouping like colors together. I think it yielded a pleasing effect. The backing is SKU C2733, called Sunny Lace, in pink. I embroidered the baby's first and middle names on the back. To quilt it, I simply stitched in the ditch.<br />
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Like the fabric collection's name suggests, this fun quilt indeed reflects a day of sunny, happy skies. The charming prints and bright colors are sure to please. I hope baby Abigail will enjoy her quilt. I can't wait to meet her.Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-56566016227899781712012-07-09T12:18:00.000-05:002012-07-09T12:18:50.191-05:00<b>"Charm Flag" Wall Hanging<br />
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Pattern designer Carol Bader's "Charm Flag" wall hanging project was published in the May/June 2011 issue of <i>McCall's Quilting</i> (Vol.18, No.3).<br />
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I combined white with red and blue "star" fabrics to make my folksy version of the wall hanging. Our air conditioning was out for four days last week, so I pieced the curvy blocks together on my Featherweight in our motorhome, where there was plenty of cool air. Working on the project provided a pleasant diversion leading up to Independence Day.<br />
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A template is included in the magazine for cutting the curved blocks, which Bader instructs to piece by hand, but I wasn't patient enough to do that. I did quilt my wall hanging by hand, though. Edges were finished with a knife-edge hem, also stitched by hand. <br />
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On the back of the wall hanging, I attached little pockets that hold strong magnets, so I could display my expression of prideful patriotism on the front door of my home.<br />
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Work began on this quilt in the summer of 2010. I put it aside to work on other projects more times than I can count. I am happy to report that it is done. It is a gift for my daughter. I was flattered when she said she intended to have it placed in a shadow box to protect it. I hope this little quilt gives my girl many years of enjoyment. <a href="http://anne-writehere.blogspot.com/2011/04/fashionetta-quilt-designed-by-evy.html">Previous posts</a> show some of the individual blocks.<br />
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This quilt and the embroidery designs were created by Evy Hawkins of A Bit of Stitch.Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-8492893738147662882012-03-26T07:42:00.000-05:002012-03-26T07:42:50.600-05:00Western-themed Baby Quilt<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZxVooNnTEjrW7_UZSF_PmiPHolLahbV0g-9NOQE8pVHNxxIeF79DUOFoQoZrPV6fzw3nTeq78WplHjiudObvjniZTElr_K0GkeanCF7Wgn3b1pzL-0hCLPsRqGXq28wCEZPAlRodOmWI/s1600/Granger%2527s+quilt+finished+3-23-2012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="400" width="299" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZxVooNnTEjrW7_UZSF_PmiPHolLahbV0g-9NOQE8pVHNxxIeF79DUOFoQoZrPV6fzw3nTeq78WplHjiudObvjniZTElr_K0GkeanCF7Wgn3b1pzL-0hCLPsRqGXq28wCEZPAlRodOmWI/s400/Granger%2527s+quilt+finished+3-23-2012.JPG" /></a></div><br />
I finished this project Friday evening and gave it as a gift to a special mom-to-be at her shower on Saturday, March 24. The family enjoys rodeos, and the baby's father participates in roping competitions. The baby's name, Granger, appears in the center of the quilt. <br />
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I happened upon the fabric printed with various colors of cowboy hats, and it became the starting point for this project. The dotted fabric is from Anne Sutton's line. The pieced blocks are fabrics from Connecting Threads. Most of the embroidery motifs are from Anita Goodesign. I downloaded the "I wanna be a cowboy" for free from Embroidables. <br />
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The back of the quilt is brushed flannel. I sewed the quilt top to the flannel backing, right sides together. After I turned it right-side-out, I top-stitched along the edges. It is not quilted. The mother-to-be was pleased with the gift. I hope Granger will like it, too. I can't wait to meet him. He should arrive in mid May.Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-8290154094732976042011-12-18T08:22:00.001-06:002011-12-18T15:45:24.074-06:00Blog Hop Party Winner!The number chosen:<br />
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The 38th person to comment was <a href="http://quilting-tutorials.blogspot.com/">Michele Hester</a>, who said, "Thank you for joining in the blog hop party - this is fun!" Congratulations, Michele! I sent Michele an email. If I don't hear from her within the next 48 hours, I will choose another winner.<br />
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I appreciate every wonderful quilter who stopped by. I hope everyone enjoyed the Blog Hop Party! I know I did.Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-75592007698855446682011-12-09T07:41:00.001-06:002011-12-10T08:28:46.111-06:00Blog Hop Party with a Giveaway!Hi! Welcome to one stop on the Blog Hop Party! Blog Hops are always fun. My prize is an on-demand-printed copy of <a href="http://sentimentalquilter.blogspot.com/">Kathleen Tracy's</a> book "American Doll Quilts," a charm pack of <a href="http://kansastroublesquilters-lynne.blogspot.com/">Kansas Troubles Quilters</a> "Warm Memories," and 1/2 yard of brick-toned fabric. If you so desire, the charm pack and the yardage (backing and binding) could be used to complete one of Kathleen's charming doll quilts. Kathleen's "American Doll Quilts," her first book, is out of print. I think the delicate prints in Kansas Troubles Quilters "Warm Memories" collection would make a lovely little quilt. So fun!<br />
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Just leave any comment, and you'll be entered to win. My giveaway is open to everyone!<br />
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Giveaway will end on December 17, 2011 at 11:59 p.m. CST. I will email the winner.<br />
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Have fun blog hopping!<br />
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<a href="http://quiltinggallery.com/quilters-fun/quilters-blog-hop-party/"><img src="http://quiltinggallery.com/images/blog-hop-party.jpg" alt="Blog Hop Party with Give-Aways" width="200" height="200" border="0" /></a>Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com151tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-91947517315513576872011-12-08T13:51:00.001-06:002011-12-08T14:02:28.176-06:00Quilt Lover's HeartFor quite a while, I've been meaning to feature a post about the beautiful quilt lover's heart necklace I was so fortunate to win. Some months ago, I promised the talented silversmith, David McNutt, of <a href="http://www.lovershearts.com">The Lover's Heart Collection</a>, that I would. I certainly didn't intend for so much time to pass before doing so. Had I felt better, I would have kept my promise.<br />
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I wear my beautiful necklace nearly every day. I have received numerous compliments from people who have admired the necklace. <br />
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I snapped this photo of my necklace against a quilt my neighbor's late mother made many years ago.<br />
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The quilt lover's heart is only one example of David's jewelry designs. He also creates custom designs. The jewelry arrives in a beautiful, flocked presentation box. Great to give as gifts. <br />
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Please visit David's web site and view his lovely designs. The craftsmanship on these amazing pieces is superb. You won't be disappointed!<br />
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Don't forget to visit my blog Saturday, December 10, 2011. I am participating in the Blog Hop Party (see the link on my sidebar). My giveaway features a wonderful book with patterns for doll quilts. Fabric will be included! Everyone is welcome to comment because I will ship the prize anywhere in the world.Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-81599593954505041272011-08-02T15:07:00.002-05:002011-08-03T06:18:59.851-05:00Gone to PiecesLast month, I attended the 7th biannual Quiltfest sponsored by the Hot Springs Area Quilt Guild. Two hundred amazing quilts were on display. Here are a few of my personal favorites:<br />
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Pineapple Smoothie is my very favorite! I am usually drawn to reproduction fabrics related to Civil War quilts and 1930s reproduction prints, but this quilt is stunning!<br />
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Twenty-four vendors set up shop at the quilt show. I enjoyed browsing and shopping. I bought Anne Sutton's Le Jardin pattern set and two wool applique kits. I also entered to win a Bernina model 215 from Hickory Hill Quilts and Sewing Center of Hot Springs Village. I was elated when I later received a call from the shop telling me that I won!<br />
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This is me and Norma McKinnon, owner of Hickory Hill Quilts and Sewing Center. When she processed the transaction, she said, "I will ring up the machine at a 100% discount." Can't beat that deal! <br />
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I love this machine. I had admired it at the show and even attempted to pick it up by its handle to check its weight. I let go of the handle when I realized I shouldn't be lifting the machine off its display, but a representative of the shop lifted it for me and told me it weighed about 16 pounds -- perfect for classes. Later that evening, I told my husband about the machine. He recalled that my eyes sparkled when I described it to him. I still can't believe I won this wonderful Bernina sewing machine!Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-28245024797212538662011-07-29T14:22:00.000-05:002011-07-29T14:22:20.518-05:00Ruby Blue Quilting Studio's Birthday Giveaway!<a href="http://rubybluequilts.blogspot.com/2011/07/spreading-wordfor-giveaway.html">Ruby Blue Quilting Studios: Spreading the Word about a Giveaway!</a><br />
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<a href="http://fatquartershop.blogspot.com/2011/07/pattern-designer-ruby-blue-quilting.html">Pattern Designer: Ruby Blue Quilting</a>Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-58067345454607554952011-07-27T12:16:00.000-05:002011-07-27T12:16:17.951-05:00A Quilting Southpaw's Thoughts: 5000+<a href="http://aquiltingsouthpawsthoughts.blogspot.com/2011/07/5000.html?spref=bl">A Quilting Southpaw's Thoughts: 5000+</a>: Sonia is celebrating 5,000 blog page views! Hurray!<br /><br />In her header, Sonia states, "Who knows where this will lead? Maybe thoughts of inspiration, challenges, projects, days of time past, and a recipe or two thrown in from time to time. This is a journey I'm on to learn new things and to share with others as I go."<br /><br />Sonia is offering followers a choice of two wonderful giveaway prizes! One celebrates Christmas in July, and the other includes a floral print fat quarter! Head on over to Sonia's blog and take a look at the great items she's chosen for a lucky winner!Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-2705566324925339102011-05-20T09:01:00.000-05:002011-05-20T09:01:46.077-05:00Stray Stitches: My Birthday Celebration Giveaway!<a href="http://straystitches1.blogspot.com/2011/05/my-birthday-celebration-giveaway.html?spref=bl">Stray Stitches: Linda's Birthday Celebration Giveaway!</a>: Linda is giving away 8 one half yard cuts of a fabric line called Jasmine by Pamela Mostek for Clothworks. That's 4 yards of beautiful, coordinated fabric!! Linda bought this fabric a few years back and it's just been sitting on a shelf. Head on over to Stray Stitches for your chance to win!Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-77684577551020319302011-05-15T09:26:00.000-05:002011-05-15T09:26:46.006-05:00Anne Sutton's "Bitty Bird" Pincushion<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghQ753JKJC209pCO1dOhOdH5bqsjE8UJFnufEI-Z6WyAxd2yJ3Xj9L6aHrsUIngXmhBsSMOKnH29hsKONOUz0vQn31e5ll3mjYaNksqD8hw7JLiPhyt6hnpD7V8Hm8V5ONDaYHSFZJEfE/s1600/Bitty+Bird+Pincushion.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left:1em; margin-right:1em"><img border="0" height="320" width="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghQ753JKJC209pCO1dOhOdH5bqsjE8UJFnufEI-Z6WyAxd2yJ3Xj9L6aHrsUIngXmhBsSMOKnH29hsKONOUz0vQn31e5ll3mjYaNksqD8hw7JLiPhyt6hnpD7V8Hm8V5ONDaYHSFZJEfE/s320/Bitty+Bird+Pincushion.JPG" /></a></div><br />
On Tuesday, I attended another pincushion class at Pinwheel Fabrics. Gwen Rogers, who'd earlier led two classes to make the "Bitty Bunny," again instructed a fun group of women in this class. "Bitty Bird" is another adorable creation from <a href="http://www.bunnyhilldesigns.com">Bunny Hill Designs.</a> <br />
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My fellow classmates and I certainly benefited from Gwen's prep work. She again foraged for wool at thrift stores. Not only that, Gwen also dyed the wool in custom colors, and she added subtle shading to some of the pieces. All fabric, trim, and embellishments were ready for each of the five students when class began. <br />
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I chose blue wool for my bird, as did the others. Gwen also offered pink wool. I will likely make another version in pink. Anne Sutton's pattern booklet pictures a pink "Bitty Bird," and it's adorable. I later added my own vintage lace around the tuffet upon which the bird rests.<br />
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Again, Gwen suggested copying pattern pieces onto freezer paper. We ironed the pieces slick-side-down onto the wool to make cutting easier. To stiffen the bird's tail, Gwen suggested using Timtex or "Steam-a-Seam." We used the latter with great results. <br />
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The pattern pieces Anne designs are perfectly shaped, so success with the finished creation isn't difficult to achieve. The critical seam was the gusset-like piece that forms the bird's breast and underside. Students were instructed to clearly transfer marks from the pattern to aid in proper construction. Gwen suggested using tailor tacks, and I agree that it's the best method. I marked mine with chalk, but my markings quickly disappeared. <br />
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I highly recommend Anne Sutton's "Bitty Bird" pincushion pattern! A fun project you'll love making and enjoying! A pincushion also makes a great gift for the crafty person in your life.<br />
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Update on the Traveling Stash! Debra contacted me via email and wrote that she'd be hosting the Traveling Stash Box giveaway on her blog for winner Jen W. A link to the giveaway will appear on Quilty Giveaways soon! Hurray!<br />
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AnneAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-86164927838851594542011-04-08T10:55:00.000-05:002011-04-08T10:55:52.815-05:00Traveling Stash Box Winner is #5!Mary Lou Casada who said, "What a fun way to de-stash AND feel the rush of something new to you! LOVE it! Count me in!"<br />
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Congratulations, Mary Lou! I've sent you an email! Thanks to everyone who entered!<br />
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AnneAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-90150201147257765532011-04-07T13:14:00.001-05:002011-04-07T21:19:10.960-05:00The Fashionetta Quilt, designed by Evy HawkinsLast April, I attended a "For the Love of Sewing" event in Rogers. <a href="http://www.abitofstitch.com/about.asp">Evy Hawkins</a>, artist extraordinaire, demonstrated a technique, using her own designs, that allows quilt blocks to be appliqued, pieced, and quilted in the hoop. One set of Evy's designs, the <a href="http://www.absolutelysew.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=65&products_id=201">Fashionetta Quilt</a>, features images of twelve darling clothing ensembles. Each of the twelve relates to particular seasons and holidays throughout the year.<br />
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When I saw Evy's lovely version of her Fashionetta Quilt on display, I knew I'd have to make one for my daughter. My daughter, Laura, has always held an interest in fashion and even earned a degree in apparel studies at the University of Arkansas. <br />
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Although there are numerous steps to the process of creating and completely finishing these blocks in the hoop, it's a fun and creative process. I most enjoy choosing fabrics for each ensemble. For the swimsuit and cover-up skirt, which is June's block, I used remnants cut from a tangerine-colored bridesmaid's dress. <br />
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Last summer, just a day before my daughter's best friend's wedding, I was asked to "hem" the dress of a bridesmaid who lived out of state. This bridesmaid's dress didn't even come close to fitting in the bodice, so I unpicked thousands of stitches and reworked the bodice in addition to altering the hem. The flowing skirt was constructed of three layers ranging from poly satin to sheer organza. I altered the dress from floor-length to knee-length. What a job! For April's lime linen suit, I used the sleeves I'd cut from my neighbor's blouse when I shortened the sleeves.<br />
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I did find it difficult to maneuver my applique scissors below the lip of the hoop in order to trim away excess fabric from the appliques. Recently, I purchased Gingher's double-curved machine embroidery scissors. These scissors make trimming so much easier. No more wrist pain! Their razor-sharp, pointed tip also makes cleaner cuts, allowing the satin stitching to completely cover raw edges. <br />
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To assemble the quilt, the appliqued and filler blocks are to be attached with straight-of-grain fabric strips. I will admit that I presented the blocks I've completed so far to my daughter at her bridal shower last August. My daughter married in October. Laura has asked me more than once when I will finish her quilt! I truly hope to have the quilt completed by the end of this month. Wish me luck!<br />
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Anne, procrastinator extraordinaireAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-60480002703579283942011-04-06T10:47:00.000-05:002011-04-06T10:47:20.684-05:00Stray Stitches: 200th Post Celebration Giveaway<a href="http://straystitches1.blogspot.com/2011/04/200th-post-celebration-giveaway.html?spref=bl">Stray Stitches: 200th Post Celebration Giveaway</a>: "A blog is a message in a bottle, both in purpose and likely readership. ~Robert Brault Linda, at Stray Stitches, is celebrating her 200th post! I urge you all, <span style="font-style:italic;">my dear reader</span>, also known as my sweet, supportive mother-in-law, to visit Linda's blog today! Linda, a talented writer, offers thought-provoking messages, witty observations, and need-to-know news about what's going on in blogland. She shares thoughts for the day and presents clear photos of her beautiful projects in progress. She even gathers information about various blog giveaways and lists the details of each one at the end of her posts! Only a few days left to enter Stray Stitches' own giveaway! The prize is a $25 gift certificate to the <a href="http://www.fatquartershop.com/index.asp?Store_id=499&Page_Id=15&sid=1516411928551516">Fat Quarter Shop</a>! (Linda's giveaway will end Monday, April 11, at 8:00 pm PST, and she will announce the lucky winner on Tuesday, April 12!)Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-47580884407830591332011-04-02T19:43:00.008-05:002011-04-02T21:47:56.414-05:00Giveaway: The Amazing Traveling Stash BoxI won the "Traveling Stash Box" from <a href="http://cottoncharmquilts.typepad.com/charmingchatter/">Kelly</a> at Cotton Charm Quilts/Charming Chatter. Thanks so much Kelly! <br /><br />Here's how it works: I won the box from Kelly, and she mailed the box to me. It weighed a ton and was packed with goodies galore! I took the things I wanted, and I added some back! Like Kelly, and the five previous bloggers, I'll draw a name to determine the next winner. Stash Box #1 will be mailed to that winner! That person will take what she wants, fill up the box, and choose another person to receive it in order to keep Stash Box #1 traveling. Included is a travel log to fill out in order to keep track of the box's journeys.<br /><br />So far, the box originated at potsandpins.com * the next stop was arianescrafts.blogspot.com * then on to debaeremaeker.blogspot.com * next it traveled to nunusquiltworld.blogspot.com * and then to Kelly at cottoncharmquilts.typepad.com * Kelly split the growing stash into two boxes, and box #1 came to me. Yippee! <br />Box #2 headed to committingmyway.blogspot.com<br /><br />From Kelly's house, the box came filled with all of these <a href="http://cottoncharmquilts.typepad.com/.a/6a011168a24766970c014e86dfb3ac970d-500wi">goodies</a>! I found some glorious goodies I wanted. I couldn't believe my eyes when I found the gorgeous cross stitched Asian design in the very bottom of the box! I would love to know who cross stitched it. What a treasure. I intend to frame it and hang it in my dining room. Thank you to the generous person who added it! I love it. I also chose some wonderful charm squares, the honey bun, and some leftover quilt scraps. Though I have been obsessed with quilting for many years, I have only recently discerned the difference between fabrics from discount outlets and the premium quality of fabrics sold at quilt shops.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguhdKGBHTnL0C8sYgm7egIHdqN_ZAPcqInHY7F39S3s3PaJC0pYgSLtVqzmLr2ATT5Vvd5_Sb42wYfUvwXa29PPIz2uraAg_S-XU0uONqzg28JK9j8hSWp_WFLQMImDNcSeCjIab4sxR8/s1600/What+I+am+keeping.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguhdKGBHTnL0C8sYgm7egIHdqN_ZAPcqInHY7F39S3s3PaJC0pYgSLtVqzmLr2ATT5Vvd5_Sb42wYfUvwXa29PPIz2uraAg_S-XU0uONqzg28JK9j8hSWp_WFLQMImDNcSeCjIab4sxR8/s320/What+I+am+keeping.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5591163887817589458" /></a><br /><br />In addition to the many items left in the still almost-full box, I added three 1/2-yard cuts of fabrics from my local quilt shop, a big roll of scrappy strips, also from my local quilt shop, a pattern, a recent issue of McCall's Quilting magazine, Book 2 of American Quilts, seven fat quarters (from Quilt in a Day and Connecting Threads), two vintage quilt blocks acquired from an estate sale, a card wound full of ecru lace, a package of paper Solvy, and a pincushion (see photo below). I chose to keep the cute pincushion Kelly made, so I made another to travel on.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWGqd18GdhpFAmlvMq9szQABbLnug1-hkolmEuUJGuGx_JTF0DyaAj_4iMRenfWBG_fBeNc4lPQBMkbVZdo0k1_ORO54j45urcI3gL0Z6dgazq_7BylwwPJMigT8grpNpuyjAd70LfrwM/s1600/Stash+Box+1+with+additions.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWGqd18GdhpFAmlvMq9szQABbLnug1-hkolmEuUJGuGx_JTF0DyaAj_4iMRenfWBG_fBeNc4lPQBMkbVZdo0k1_ORO54j45urcI3gL0Z6dgazq_7BylwwPJMigT8grpNpuyjAd70LfrwM/s320/Stash+Box+1+with+additions.JPG" border="0" http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifalt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5591162002033751490" /></a><br /><br />The pincushion is made from Moda's "Lily and Will" fabric line designed by <a href="http://www.bunnyhilldesigns.com/">Anne Sutton</a>. As a matter of fact, the fabrics in this pincushion came directly from Anne Sutton's personal stash! On the day I learned I'd won the stash box, I also discovered that I'd won a "scrap bag" giveaway from Anne Sutton! The rabbit is a machine applique design and was created by the very talented <a href="http://www.absolutelysew.com/index.php?main_page=page&id=15">Evy Hawkins</a>. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYdjy0C-iWhgalg9d_Rnzlz3Bnu9p0OSMeJOhyphenhyphengIVFcRv_VvH68d-HIRTMNTLaJEWUzzuEz7VAQtDoLAzDkA7RZndegnyIyiPUJCjPRfihMoEK7gu9OfCdB1PlDlChybcq9tDxNZ29XTw/s1600/Bunny+pin+cushion.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYdjy0C-iWhgalg9d_Rnzlz3Bnu9p0OSMeJOhyphenhyphengIVFcRv_VvH68d-HIRTMNTLaJEWUzzuEz7VAQtDoLAzDkA7RZndegnyIyiPUJCjPRfihMoEK7gu9OfCdB1PlDlChybcq9tDxNZ29XTw/s320/Bunny+pin+cushion.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5591166452843943954" /></a><br />If you'd like to win this traveling stash box and agree to take what you like, fill it up, and send it on, just post a comment. On Friday, April 8, 2011, at noon CST, I'll draw a winner at random and notify that person to anticipate the famous Traveling Stash Box #1! It is so much fun! <br /><br />Keep on stitching,<br /><br />AnneAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com18tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-13675796815475974082011-03-25T22:00:00.011-05:002011-03-26T08:12:30.969-05:00Bitty Bunny Pincushion<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKgQ-xKTCb1QCDmuhhe3F-RulCzc777wS52LbH0iflFkYz4q3IhoTEB1edE_DqEq0OC1YkfdOddqtcvVe5xEUy8OebDIObTbQslRwcPFfOgMSXNoF6GfiC9nB4k-l5SbykGkw6f1PJiqA/s1600/Bitty+Bunny2.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKgQ-xKTCb1QCDmuhhe3F-RulCzc777wS52LbH0iflFkYz4q3IhoTEB1edE_DqEq0OC1YkfdOddqtcvVe5xEUy8OebDIObTbQslRwcPFfOgMSXNoF6GfiC9nB4k-l5SbykGkw6f1PJiqA/s320/Bitty+Bunny2.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5588233782880171266" border="0" /></a> <br />A couple of weeks ago, I took a class at <a href="http://www.pinwheelfabrics.com/">Pinwheel Fabrics</a> and made Bunny Hill Designs' "Bitty Bunny" pincushion. When I saw an adorable version of the pincushion in the shop, I knew I had to make one! I signed up and held out hope that my attempt would actually resemble the adorable little rabbit posed on the counter, charmingly greeting patrons as they purchased much-needed layer cakes and jelly rolls.<br /><br />The very talented Gwen Rogers taught the class, and five women attended. One student hailed from Vermont. She'd lived in Arkansas for a few years and had returned to visit a good friend. We worked steadily in order to complete our projects in three hours, but we also enjoyed getting to know each other and sharing ideas.<br /><br />I learned a lot from taking the class. Gwen often sews creative projects, so she offered helpful hints along the way. I especially appreciated Gwen's suggestion to employ a hemostat, similar in design to a pair of scissors but fitted with a narrow clamp on its tip, in order to grab hold of the seam allowance when turning the diminutive body parts inside-out. <br /><br />The hemostat was also useful for strategically placing bits of Polyfil in just the right places when we stuffed the bunny's body components. My husband found, at a sporting goods store, a $3-tool used by fly fisherman that is almost identical to a hemostat. I promptly added the tool to my cache of sewing notions.<br /><br />The "Bitty Bunny" pincushion pattern includes full-size pattern pieces and detailed instructions. Gwen supplied pieces of wool, which she'd cut from clothing purchased at Goodwill. Students had a choice of milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or strawberry cream, and the wool pieces she'd cleaned and prepared matched those delicious-sounding colors.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiA_oB-ea15z3EZLUsVr_Xc33M6pvsOCRLI4dycSMl-ZiiaSAN84K-Dh48cdUZya_SjXdWK143anRp12e-Nrd3HZiZKPmw_SUOppR354P2FveujxUMIK6qJ2aJwgFgGQ1mDHVtw_Cexq0/s1600/Bitty+Bunny+pattern.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiA_oB-ea15z3EZLUsVr_Xc33M6pvsOCRLI4dycSMl-ZiiaSAN84K-Dh48cdUZya_SjXdWK143anRp12e-Nrd3HZiZKPmw_SUOppR354P2FveujxUMIK6qJ2aJwgFgGQ1mDHVtw_Cexq0/s320/Bitty+Bunny+pattern.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5588242521076173394" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Students traced off multiples of pattern pieces printed as "cut two or four" onto freezer paper and cut them out. That way, we were able to iron the clearly marked pattern copies onto our fabric. One student, a seasoned doll maker, suggested sewing the fabric pieces together without first removing the freezer paper. I, however, peeled away the freezer paper before seaming because Gwen had suggested reusing the pattern pieces traced from the original patterns we'd each purchased with our supplies and tuition.<br /><br />The wool was easy to sew, and I used my Featherweight to construct my project. Gwen suggested taking a very small seam allowance, so my finished bunny is likely larger than the pattern specifies. Students had available jars of beads, yards of vintage trim, and other decorative bits, so we could embellish our bunnies. Gwen had even made tiny corsages for each of us to affix to our bunny's neckband. It was exciting to watch each bunny take shape and acquire personalities. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioGFnMkM-_cnQcxI-5JcdhirRuf3sNnT0sfCM8O81pTYdMx1PSMemnFN4qqj2GK3obsNhW2Sk0reVGDwpomA18Y8tAC9ChQR3HdD1gDVph7mogTPfUEJq64R8D6nmvoJkmQMDvJIX768M/s1600/My+Featherweight.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioGFnMkM-_cnQcxI-5JcdhirRuf3sNnT0sfCM8O81pTYdMx1PSMemnFN4qqj2GK3obsNhW2Sk0reVGDwpomA18Y8tAC9ChQR3HdD1gDVph7mogTPfUEJq64R8D6nmvoJkmQMDvJIX768M/s320/My+Featherweight.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5588233411410823250" border="0" /></a> <br /><br />Anne Sutton, of Bunny Hill Designs, created the pattern. Visit her blog <a href="http://bunnyhillblog.com/2011/03/25/fabric-scraps-anyone/">Bunny Tales</a> soon because visitors who leave a comment have an opportunity win fabulous scrap bags! Hurry, because Anne will draw winners early Monday, March 28.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgug7vdrYFz-LP23-1-QZWuOOCnM1MeC1yK5PcIVHiBlLuQcuOd0HHvpAh50n5DYFkAv14nBit5K0wBxL4dhxZ5temQdN95eG9wGj9Oa1pV21T5_b0nk1dJqiRH4EgbcqLlxwFfL1pUipQ/s1600/Bitty+Bunny+3.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgug7vdrYFz-LP23-1-QZWuOOCnM1MeC1yK5PcIVHiBlLuQcuOd0HHvpAh50n5DYFkAv14nBit5K0wBxL4dhxZ5temQdN95eG9wGj9Oa1pV21T5_b0nk1dJqiRH4EgbcqLlxwFfL1pUipQ/s320/Bitty+Bunny+3.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5588243174514168066" border="0" /></a>I am proud of my completed pincushion!<br /><br />AnneAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-88162496056246580602011-02-28T07:57:00.004-06:002011-02-28T08:20:39.087-06:00Five-dollar Quilt Blocks<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaJL4WX6FzkDLQq1slCKksPRfcaCKp3MBoXVkkW02dJivSK7yMgc3cV1DXntSF8OSrrIzxtUDD_aAhFfChXXYz9m8my-yeRkosRqGKEE75SvRmktdZtivVG3eengBvhvhzBlWQ73h3LlU/s1600/five+dollar+quilt+blocks.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 239px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaJL4WX6FzkDLQq1slCKksPRfcaCKp3MBoXVkkW02dJivSK7yMgc3cV1DXntSF8OSrrIzxtUDD_aAhFfChXXYz9m8my-yeRkosRqGKEE75SvRmktdZtivVG3eengBvhvhzBlWQ73h3LlU/s320/five+dollar+quilt+blocks.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5578739603415076834" /></a><br /> <br />A local quilt shop sponsors a BOM project that costs only five dollars to purchase the supply kit to create the first block. If participants return on either of two appointed days each month and attend a brief presentation, a kit with fabrics and instructions are provided for no additional fee. At the end of the year, participants could construct twelve blocks for only five dollars!<br /><br />So far, I have completed blocks for January and February. March's block is ready to be stitched on my Featherweight. The quilt shop also offers one-yard rolls of coordinating fabric strips to facilitate completion of the quilt. Those rolls are priced at less than ten dollars. <br /><br />What fun it has been to meet monthly with a group of eager quilters as we anticipate a brief presentation about new trends and products before being given the kit to make the next month's block. Quilters are indeed the most pleasant people in the world!<br /><br />Happy quilting!<br /><br />AnneAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-9029427200772185192010-12-18T08:42:00.010-06:002010-12-18T18:28:14.705-06:00I was a Lucky "Giveaway Day" Winner!I won an adorable set of magnets from Almost Crafty's etsy shop, <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/62476209/hoot-owls-fabric-button-magnets">Sweeter Lemon!</a> Giveaway Day was organized by <a href="http://sewmamasew.com/blog2/">Sew, Mama, Sew!</a> It began this past Monday, when participating blog owners offered a fabulous prize to one or more lucky people who left a comment. <br /><br />Susan at <a href="http://almostcrafty.com/">Almost Crafty</a> had offered a set of her best-selling magnets to one person and a collection of fat quarters to another. The magnets, covered with Michael Miller's "Who's Hoot," are just oh-so charming. After I saw the magnets, I wanted them, and now they are mine! I still can't believe I won!<br /><br />I spent the better part of three days visiting blogs during the promotion. I didn't just leave a comment, and then dash off to the next blog because I often became spellbound by the amazing projects each blogger displayed. Many talented crafters, quilters, and sewers offered fabulous free patterns and excellent tutorials. <br /><br />I thoroughly enjoyed my online journey. I realize that my blog doesn't have much to offer visitors, and that's mainly because I let months fly by without posting. Because I drew so much inspiration from others, I'll try to be more attentive to my blog in the future!<br /><br />AnneAnnehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-39497667401803618012010-02-26T21:29:00.000-06:002010-02-26T21:29:35.555-06:00TheKnot<a href="http://weddings.theknot.com/pwp/pwp2/view/MemberPage.aspx?coupleid=5032025497263612&pid=8335235">TheKnot</a>Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-71983000222482617942010-01-13T21:06:00.001-06:002010-01-13T21:06:36.154-06:00Transform Your T-Shirt into a Tunic - CraftStylish<a href=http://www.craftstylish.com/item/57272/transform-your-t-shirt-into-a-tunic>Transform Your T-Shirt into a Tunic - CraftStylish</a><br /><br />Posted using <a href="http://sharethis.com">ShareThis</a>Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-87031629388700031962009-08-10T10:55:00.005-05:002009-08-10T14:36:05.659-05:00Century-Old TreasuresI stopped by an estate sale yesterday. I had shopped at this particular sale the day before and noticed an antique sewing machine cabinet in the home’s dining room. The cabinet top was closed and displayed numerous diminutive knick-knacks for sale. The room was dark and crowded, so I didn’t inspect the machine because I thought to myself, “I didn’t need another sewing machine.”<br /><br />When I approached the sewing machine cabinet yesterday, however, the tiny home was not as crowded with shoppers, so I knelt down to look under the cabinet to see if indeed a machine was tucked inside. Another shopper, a man, remarked that he had also wondered if the cabinet contained a machine but had been too lazy to remove all the items placed on the cabinet’s top.<br /><br />As I collected all the tiny glass figurines, porcelain vases, and painted china cups to put them aside, I told the man that I believed we’d discover a Singer model 27. When I lifted the machine head, I found that my hunch was correct. Singer’s model 27 was manufactured from the late 1800s to the early 1900s. Realizing that I had unearthed a treasure, my interest was piqued. Knowing that all items were discounted by 30 percent, I was quickly losing my sales resistance.<br /><br />Singer treadles from this era form stitches using a vibrating shuttle and long, slender bobbins. The man’s wife had joined us as we, along with others, gawked at the dusty machine. The man mentioned that he’d seen an accessory box inside one of the drawers. I knew that I had to have this machine the moment I opened the drawer and saw the pristine Singer puzzle box loaded with original accessories.<br /><br />After I paid a mere $65 for the machine, two men loaded it into my vehicle, and I headed home. When I pulled into my driveway, I saw my sweet husband outside doing yard work. I approached my husband and offered sound reasons for my purchase. “The puzzle box alone is worth what I paid for the machine, cabinet, and the box,” I insisted. My husband shrugged his shoulders and said, “It’s fine with me. I am glad you got it.”<br /><br />I later learned that Singer manufactured this particular machine around November 28, 1904. After my husband set the machine in our garage, I was thrilled to discover that the treadle mechanism operates with a wooden pitman. I frequently peruse Yahoo’s Vintage Singer group and had seen photos of machines with a wooden pitman, which, in my opinion, denotes incredible workmanship.<br /><br />As I mined my usual Internet resources for more information about the Singer 27, I learned that the decal set on this machine, referred to as “pheasant” is rare. I cite two trusted sources who mentioned this fact. However, my decals aren’t pristine, but I hope a gentle clean-up might brighten these elaborate decorations.<br /><br />Here are photos of my new treasure, which is still dusty and grimy but in excellent condition, nonetheless. The machine is in my garage at the moment, as well. In coming days, I will attempt to clean the machine with Blue Magic TR-3. I will also oil the head and other moving parts. After I ensure that the machine is ready to roll, I will attempt to learn how to operate this mechanical marvel.<br /><br />It’s quite evident to me that the previous owners loved and cared for this marvelous, 105-year-old sewing machine. I am humbled and delighted to take that torch.<br /><br />Singer 27 Treadle Head<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghnMne5SIJZ5AYzqrTJ5ShW67OfalsgfVgfe3Bt4LnI5vXq1RZ-DDHov4MzGU1AJJsWLIH_s8wRFgMYRyGJDQXVZpy012PkL7QLtm3OPuF4hfeatPubULPJEGldvJa__4PhQ0hB44SQuk/s1600-h/Singer+27+treadle+head+with+pheasant+decals.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 268px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghnMne5SIJZ5AYzqrTJ5ShW67OfalsgfVgfe3Bt4LnI5vXq1RZ-DDHov4MzGU1AJJsWLIH_s8wRFgMYRyGJDQXVZpy012PkL7QLtm3OPuF4hfeatPubULPJEGldvJa__4PhQ0hB44SQuk/s320/Singer+27+treadle+head+with+pheasant+decals.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368365157806804642" /></a><br /><br /><br />Singer Cabinet with Elaborate Carvings<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidQLVdwmnpV0effvWLYfgBwajR5O5hZeOCSCcXuMayu4GDSOlQd7tjYTntBaYQM1P_RuuemhjyIeE_J-jnrkfg8JUPu8ckySwMQ7k5zeqiNGVTiuYj63MGUq21aea3bsvSXsp5lCBcaIw/s1600-h/Singer+27+treadle+front+of+cabinet.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 234px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidQLVdwmnpV0effvWLYfgBwajR5O5hZeOCSCcXuMayu4GDSOlQd7tjYTntBaYQM1P_RuuemhjyIeE_J-jnrkfg8JUPu8ckySwMQ7k5zeqiNGVTiuYj63MGUq21aea3bsvSXsp5lCBcaIw/s320/Singer+27+treadle+front+of+cabinet.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368365165905795330" /><!-- border="0" /--></a><br /><br />Singer Puzzle Box<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmYqbgAdNBhHnXJgw2Mtn011bDaTBSMI4CBOgoHyj-8MWhCAngeW-7OvSLfc4a_B43z-xxuXBYoWEG1Qm-9DgIEA8aGSga-5QP1FmkQ0hKmqTSEKLq2UCLkx33pc7DO8aRVZrF1QOFWys/s1600-h/Singer+puzzle+box+closed.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmYqbgAdNBhHnXJgw2Mtn011bDaTBSMI4CBOgoHyj-8MWhCAngeW-7OvSLfc4a_B43z-xxuXBYoWEG1Qm-9DgIEA8aGSga-5QP1FmkQ0hKmqTSEKLq2UCLkx33pc7DO8aRVZrF1QOFWys/s320/Singer+puzzle+box+closed.jpg" inside="" singer="" puzzle="" box="" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368365170565866898" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZbvr9_u_5LMqIdZXDlDmEQz3xT2c2zqiX72TYVXhhpK_dDAbIVvvndlwOUabaa2I8BcpE1HV5LaggSM4h8F6tACz7NRpbitZ93SJkVbA0R9ARel4t8AbHuznIQybBkgkVhQW9fn59kic/s1600-h/Singer+puzzle+box+opened.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZbvr9_u_5LMqIdZXDlDmEQz3xT2c2zqiX72TYVXhhpK_dDAbIVvvndlwOUabaa2I8BcpE1HV5LaggSM4h8F6tACz7NRpbitZ93SJkVbA0R9ARel4t8AbHuznIQybBkgkVhQW9fn59kic/s320/Singer+puzzle+box+opened.jpg" wooden="" pitman="" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368365174442693026" /></a><br /><br />Wooden Pitman<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbEv53SIAMNzYhQ2nx0noKsQNjNUDXX0c31_z1zcQKz74NLOgr_dpH9avTbpiFxYCsRc4qVDEAXPiLYFI9VfUl91R8_GWr5hiuGvygU-JXBdiKnr2EcK6XCh49w7nHXrXmDTpEGn6N99A/s1600-h/Singer+27+wooden+pitman.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbEv53SIAMNzYhQ2nx0noKsQNjNUDXX0c31_z1zcQKz74NLOgr_dpH9avTbpiFxYCsRc4qVDEAXPiLYFI9VfUl91R8_GWr5hiuGvygU-JXBdiKnr2EcK6XCh49w7nHXrXmDTpEGn6N99A/s320/Singer+27+wooden+pitman.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5368365169197176818" /></a>Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-7214653195841533512009-08-03T12:53:00.002-05:002009-08-03T13:17:36.718-05:00Room to SewLong time—no post, huh? Life gets in the way. Anyway, I recently rearranged my sewing room to be much more efficient. I moved out a large armoire to make room for my 1913 Singer “red eye” treadle sewing machine.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihWgr54YOguGQuMAYr2cMSa3qlFfc04s3U31JlYJsx6_XGPy9CuGHE7Lk08Fn7SjPD-ycLYM-VILKHhnHj2qodbxBnJvzAOVM8LL8fiTi906ZGk9FtUWWpGnNANuGlHDktnkspkAPoaDA/s1600-h/sewing+room+shots+2009+(1).jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365799663758173906" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihWgr54YOguGQuMAYr2cMSa3qlFfc04s3U31JlYJsx6_XGPy9CuGHE7Lk08Fn7SjPD-ycLYM-VILKHhnHj2qodbxBnJvzAOVM8LL8fiTi906ZGk9FtUWWpGnNANuGlHDktnkspkAPoaDA/s320/sewing+room+shots+2009+(1).jpg" /></a><br /><br />My trusty golden retriever, Chloe, manages to eke out a space to curl up whenever I am working in my sewing room. Most of the time, however, Chloe chooses a spot where I need to stand or sit. Poor Chloe.<br /><br />While flipping through a 1960s issue of “Look” magazine, I spotted an ad for one of my vintage Singer sewing machines, which is a “Model 401.” I framed this ad and added it to my display of beloved collected items.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6cD7_RhzyzdFKRaiwNYt99hf-WurZ2UublRB6FGrIfwp1x8afx5Ltu5hyNpHDxctCGHseCVFkq75onR2GR5ig6X0ZlJiAcnVFVEAmXFt_VRFKlRrTAqag_lAXFASr9oue56Ypbxx9A_c/s1600-h/sewing+room+shots+2009+(8).jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 262px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365799667719631506" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6cD7_RhzyzdFKRaiwNYt99hf-WurZ2UublRB6FGrIfwp1x8afx5Ltu5hyNpHDxctCGHseCVFkq75onR2GR5ig6X0ZlJiAcnVFVEAmXFt_VRFKlRrTAqag_lAXFASr9oue56Ypbxx9A_c/s320/sewing+room+shots+2009+(8).jpg" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghQJ6q4NgU1YDWl0QSv9P80OE2P1PHedgJJbtaql7icNJpOmouzRnoKUo1gchWW-tk2J95AtCKNeNhTzob__aRuQXpxWWDaZF9g9rDkMGGb_GUEw-lIGLRsFySRUE8qM6JTrrdBgll48g/s1600-h/My+Singer+401.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365799674525566034" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghQJ6q4NgU1YDWl0QSv9P80OE2P1PHedgJJbtaql7icNJpOmouzRnoKUo1gchWW-tk2J95AtCKNeNhTzob__aRuQXpxWWDaZF9g9rDkMGGb_GUEw-lIGLRsFySRUE8qM6JTrrdBgll48g/s320/My+Singer+401.jpg" /></a><br /><br />I am enjoying my corner desk and wall unit. These pieces had been part of my daughter’s bedroom furniture. She didn’t need this desk unit any longer since has moved to a place of her own.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjotu0BgkOV_TmoZMpQoqGJJmYthE_MqCB1O4sAUnR_gMxPs2gNefNyUvDev4_V57eFQurE_vI-F7oJh377U4govEOptfBpkoGKJzaWbLm_N1tGd4Mk_59509HuGe6J_prKHX7eSsdB_t8/s1600-h/sewing+room+shots+2009+(4).jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365799674831098018" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjotu0BgkOV_TmoZMpQoqGJJmYthE_MqCB1O4sAUnR_gMxPs2gNefNyUvDev4_V57eFQurE_vI-F7oJh377U4govEOptfBpkoGKJzaWbLm_N1tGd4Mk_59509HuGe6J_prKHX7eSsdB_t8/s320/sewing+room+shots+2009+(4).jpg" /></a><br /><br />I am hopeful that my newly organized space will inspire me to be more productive. I shouldn't have any excuses for not sewing anymore!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJRAW0NM4XDfRVop5k5Xd5WaEhsfFtaMF0gUpfEid9F-K_YxIrwyArKApAmD-9O0Vh2U-Xp-iEvpBHeEvZDRCdlmFtR-eH4S4UqNQX32wkOMI0i9PqmioG6IU1EpM1I4uAnW7e_MjTFKY/s1600-h/sewing+room+shots+2009+(2).jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5365799685831544594" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJRAW0NM4XDfRVop5k5Xd5WaEhsfFtaMF0gUpfEid9F-K_YxIrwyArKApAmD-9O0Vh2U-Xp-iEvpBHeEvZDRCdlmFtR-eH4S4UqNQX32wkOMI0i9PqmioG6IU1EpM1I4uAnW7e_MjTFKY/s320/sewing+room+shots+2009+(2).jpg" /></a>Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-87258091460621034822008-10-28T13:16:00.006-05:002008-10-28T14:06:15.075-05:00Eva's Sampler<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMx1w1FxdDj3irxcAhVck6qdKz2CcIpDwFHEyC89GNv0v07bP13jfOGmWSUtzvl8ivdmEabgbyh9XDvaWCoR-i0L3NK6xzzGmRliN3w5c72yn8ZHuPsCmW2F5ntoShtdJg7FnQttRxfy4/s1600-h/Eva's+sampler.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 256px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMx1w1FxdDj3irxcAhVck6qdKz2CcIpDwFHEyC89GNv0v07bP13jfOGmWSUtzvl8ivdmEabgbyh9XDvaWCoR-i0L3NK6xzzGmRliN3w5c72yn8ZHuPsCmW2F5ntoShtdJg7FnQttRxfy4/s320/Eva's+sampler.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5262278076523438722" /></a>A couple of weeks ago, I stopped at an estate sale. The woman who had lived in the home enjoyed many types of needlecrafts as a hobby. Her name is Eva, and she produced perfectly stitched pieces. I bought one of her crocheted afghans and a set of stitched Christmas-themed placements that look as perfect on the reverse side as they do on the front. <br /><br />My favorite find is a sampler. Eva stitched this piece onto unbleached weaver's cloth. The sampler's theme is "All the earth is full of God's glory." A tree of life sits squarely on the bottom and is surrounded by leaves stitched in autumn colors. Next comes a row houses and then four birds. Birds are near and dear to my heart. My husband and I have shared our home with birds for 28 years. Other motifs are snowflakes. They remind me of my mother because she'd always say, "God never made two snowflakes alike." True to my mom's word, Eva stitch each snowflake in a different design.<br /><br /> I will treasure Eva's sampler always. When it's time to sell items from my meager estate, I hope someone who loves Eva's sampler as much as I do comes along.Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1130124165476367308.post-87513291260810828672008-10-27T21:40:00.006-05:002010-08-02T12:43:44.688-05:00The Homeliest LampA while back, I went to yard sale. I was still recovering from thyroid surgery, and even after a month, my vocal cords had not healed. I was becoming concerned, but there was nothing I could do about it. Since I couldn't speak, I hung my head low hoping no one would speak to me. As I browsed, one of the two elderly sisters who hosted the yard sale approached. I was holding a homely lamp that I had picked up to examine. The woman began telling me the history of this lamp and how she had chosen it years ago to complement her daughter's bedroom decor.<br /><br />After the woman finished telling me about the lamp, she lifted her hand, extended her index finger, and touched her neck. As she ran her finger along her own thyroid scar, she asked about my fresh scar. I whispered that I could not talk. She told me not to worry because her voice had returned exactly six weeks after her surgery. Her words gave me comfort, and by this time I had bonded with this woman's lamp.<br /><br />I brought the lamp home with plans to make it over, but when I walked into my house with that lamp, my family laughed at me. "That's the ugliest lamp I have ever seen," my daughter announced. Even my husband rolled his eyes, and I know he wondered what I would ever do with that tacky lamp. I couldn't protest vocally, so I went to work on my makeover. I spray-painted the lamp's base black. I removed the outdated rattan and fabric from the shade form, and then I sewed a new shade and slip-stitched it onto the frame. I chose black-and-white toile for the new shade to complement the lamp's shiny black base. Black gimp trim added a decorator's touch to the hand-sewn shade.<br /><br />After my homely lamp received its extreme makeover, my family was very impressed. More than once I heard members of my family say, "I never would have believed it is the same lamp." How they had changed their tunes! Looks like I had the "last word" even though I still couldn't speak!<br /><br />At last, though, just as the woman at the yard sale had promised, my voice returned! And it happened exactly six weeks after my surgery.<br /><br />The Lamp "Before"<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMcjLKJwrLo-m6ffP4CXZ6vGxPgZaSe3RZAE_YFYdGOX_zWhwd_F0OwDFVQ8itr8gT-tiTWlL-eRxQoH8vTC1qcJ6BBAgDibxeCg7xMwZNqMRFWhJglePggrMEmIl3wvygpJyzo7hyphenhyphenxk4/s1600-h/homely+lamp.JPG"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 234px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMcjLKJwrLo-m6ffP4CXZ6vGxPgZaSe3RZAE_YFYdGOX_zWhwd_F0OwDFVQ8itr8gT-tiTWlL-eRxQoH8vTC1qcJ6BBAgDibxeCg7xMwZNqMRFWhJglePggrMEmIl3wvygpJyzo7hyphenhyphenxk4/s320/homely+lamp.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5262030972520471506" border="0" /></a><br /><br />The Lamp "After"<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAcyGvEa2DSn2HxP5LQjEOsUQ_nb0Ei2L9EUZZP5WHBSC-1tvBxL-J1FwvVqmUJ7uQ_xFvcPt8kAwfvpm2O91dF23DvvDbBcWf3Kx51ZHwCUxyOgr40jE3apaoAjTkkAAMnrB1JLiMTWI/s1600-h/Pictures+003.jpg"><img style="display: block; margin: 0px auto 10px; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 250px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAcyGvEa2DSn2HxP5LQjEOsUQ_nb0Ei2L9EUZZP5WHBSC-1tvBxL-J1FwvVqmUJ7uQ_xFvcPt8kAwfvpm2O91dF23DvvDbBcWf3Kx51ZHwCUxyOgr40jE3apaoAjTkkAAMnrB1JLiMTWI/s320/Pictures+003.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5262040757149161442" border="0" /></a><input id="gwProxy" type="hidden"><!--Session data--><input onclick="if(typeof(jsCall)=='function'){jsCall();}else{setTimeout('jsCall()',500);}" id="jsProxy" type="hidden"><div id="refHTML"></div>Annehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03329011693199690744noreply@blogger.com0