tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36806434044113760242024-03-13T10:48:22.339-07:00lovely little handmadesKerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.comBlogger346125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-19461412353167163832016-09-25T12:47:00.002-07:002016-09-25T12:51:50.823-07:00Lovely Little Patchwork Blog Tour & Giveaway!Today is the last day of the blog tour for my book Lovely Little Patchwork, published by <a href="http://www.tuvapublishing.com/">Tuva Publishing</a>! I'm so honored that so many lovely and talented friends joined in to be part of it. I loved seeing all their creations from my book!<br />
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One of my favorites still is the sweet vintage planter pincushions. I made a pincushion and set it in this cute deer with a tulip cart. I think it is so cute! <br />
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But then I also got this sweet girl planter recently so had to try it out in her. I'm having a hard time deciding which one it should live with. It may have to take turns. :)<br />
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First on the blog tour was Sarah of <a href="http://alittlehappyplace.blogspot.co.uk/">A Little Happy Place.</a> She made this adorable cross stitch needle book!<br />
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Another sweet needle book was made by Heidi of <a href="http://fabricmutt.blogspot.com/">Fabric Mutt</a>!<br />
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Look at the adorable strawberry backpack Megan of<a href="http://quiltstory.blogspot.com/"> Quilt Story</a> made!! I love it!! The fabric is perfect for it!!<br />
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Cheri of <a href="http://tinkerwiththis.blogspot.com/">Tinker with this</a> made this lovely Apple Tree pillow! Mine is hanging up in my classroom right now as a mini quilt as we are studying apple this month. :)<br />
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This darling deer pillow was made by Ange of <a href="https://alittlepatchwork.wordpress.com/">A Little Patchwork</a>! Isn't it the cutest!?!<br />
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Sedef of <a href="http://down%20grapevine%20lane/">Down Grapevine Lane</a> made my lemonade jug rug into the sweetest pillow! I love seeing my creations turned into something else!! I love how she used her new fabric collection! Also, make sure to check out her newest blog post about her new book, Quilt Petit.<br />
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Next on the blog tour was Kimberly of <a href="http://www.fatquartershop.com/">Fat Quarter shop</a> and the <a href="http://fatquartershop.blogspot.com/">Jolly Jabber</a>! She made the patchwork heart coasters and hers turned out so cute!!<br />
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Samantha of <a href="http://www.aquapaisleystudio.com/lovely-little-patchwork-blog-tour/#more-364">Aqua Paisley Studio</a> made this lovely patchwork star pillow and the needle book! I love them both!!<br />
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Ayda of <a href="http://cafenohut.blogspot.com/">Cafenohut</a> made the applique apple tree pillow and the darling cherry potholder!! They both turned out so sweet!!<br />
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Check out LeAnne's of <a href="http://everydaycelebrate.blogspot.com/">Everyday Celebrations</a> super sweet creations! Another version of the apple tree pillow, and these super darling pixie dolls she created from my Little Red Riding Hood pattern. They are so cute!!<br />
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I think I need to make a pair of pixie dolls for Christmas too!!<br />
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Sharon of <a href="http://lilabellelane.blogspot.com/">Lilabelle Lane</a> made the Deer and Mushroom wall quilt! She also made the back to school pencil pouch!! I love the bright colors she chose! It turned out so lovely!!<br />
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Next up was Laurn of <a href="http://www.mollyandmama.com.au/2016/09/10/lovely-little-patchwork-tour-cherry-mini-quilt/">Molly and Mama</a>! She made the Cherry Potholder into a cute little mini quilt! I love her fabrics!! And the cute button she added to the leaves are a perfect touch!!<br />
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Kate of <a href="http://www.thehomemakery.co.uk/blog/">The Homemaker Blog</a> turned the cross stitch needle book pattern into a sweet pillow! It is darling!!<br />
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Isn't Debbie's (of <a href="http://happylittlecottage.blogspot.com/">Happy Little Cottage</a>) Apple Tree Pillow and Patchwork Sailboat Pillow to die for!!<br />
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They both turned out so cute!!<br />
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Wynn of <a href="http://zakkaart.blogspot.com/">ZakkaArt</a> made the most darling Strawberry backpack out of Apple Farm!! It turned out so cute!! I adore it to pieces!!<br />
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Kim of <a href="http://retro-mama.blogspot.com/">Retro Mama</a> made this darling bunny vintage planter pincushion!! She found her planter on Etsy. She also make the cute heart patchwork coasters!! <br />
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Next in the blog tour was Jennie of <a href="http://www.cloverandviolet.com/2016/09/patchwork-pumpkin-maple-leaf-pillow-lovely-little-patchwork-blog-tour.html">Clover and Violet</a>! She also made a couple of darling items...a tulip drawstring bag and a pumpkin and maple leaf pillow. I love the creative take on both of these!!<br />
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Veronica of <a href="https://vividfelicity.wordpress.com/">Vivid Felicity</a> made a Cherry Potholder! It turned out so cute!! <br />
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Next, Nadra of <a href="http://www.ellisandhiggs.com/">Ellis & Higgs</a> made these sweet patchwork coasters! I love the lace she added instead of the ric rac!<br />
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Minki of <a href="http://www.minkikim.com/">Minki Kim's</a> made the adorable Lemonade Jug Rug, and she added a little of her own touch to it. I love it!!<br />
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Next, Sharon of Daisy Cottage Quilting made an adorable needle book! I love the fussy cut chick she put in the middle!<br />
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Peta of <a href="http://shequiltsalot.com/">She Quilts Alot</a> made a patchwork pumpkin place mat! So perfect for Halloween!<br />
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Sarah of <a href="http://www.piccolostudio.com.au/">Piccolo Studio</a> made a fun Deer pillow from my Deer and Mushroom quilt!! I love how it really pops!<br />
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Kristin of Goobadesigns made the Deer and Mushroom Quilt! I love how it turned out! The solids with the floral corner stones are perfection!!<br />
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Yesterday, Erin of <a href="http://whynotsew.blogspot.com/">Why Not Sew?</a> posted her patchwork pumpkin & maple leaf place mat! I love the fall fabrics!! It is perfect!!<br />
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I truly love each project that was made by all my sweet talented quilting friends! Thanks to all of you for taking the time to participate and putting your heart into sewing each item! It was fun to see all the variations. <br />
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Also, thanks for taking the time to scroll through the entire post. Wasn't it eye candy!! Now it's time for the giveaway! I'm giving away a free signed copy of my book Lovely Little Patchwork. Just post a comment and let me know what you'd want to make. I'll select a winner at random Wednesday evening.<br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com34tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-72524072982305800602016-02-18T08:00:00.000-08:002016-02-19T07:42:55.547-08:00Lovely Little Patchwork...my first book!!I'm so excited to share some exciting news!! Last year I started working on my first book through <a href="http://www.tuvapublishing.com/">Tuva Publishing</a>. When they contacted me asking if I'd be interested in writing a book I was excited, nervous, scared but most of all so honored they'd choose me out of the tons of talent out there. I still have knots in my stomach as the April release date becomes closer. Hoping and wishing the book is loved by everyone. I have put my entire heart and soul into the book and each project. <br />
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The projects are all ones that I designed and put a lot of thought into...sharing what I love to make and what I thought you would also enjoy making. Some are favorites from my past like my Little Red Riding Hood doll and my sweet Vintage Planter Pincushions. There are also pillows, a pot holder, quilts, tote/back pack, a placemat, and many more.<br />
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Pretty Pinwheels on Point Quilt... The quilting is done by the talented Vickey of <a href="http://www.studiovquilting.com/">Studio V Quilting</a>.</div>
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com28tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-71707669879925500222015-12-08T08:37:00.002-08:002016-02-17T21:50:41.142-08:00Kitty Christmas Apron ~ Tutorial I can't believe it's been a year and a half since I've blogged! Life gets crazy... and it doesn't help when it's been so long you've forgotten your sign in. That's one reason it's been forever. I'm so glad I figured it out and I'm back! <br />
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Today I get to be part of the Meow-y Christmas blog tour that Amanda of <a href="http://www.jedicraftgirl.com/">Jedicraftgirl</a> is hosting! With kitties as the theme I've made an apron out of a vintage tablecloth, vintage fabric, and created an embroidery pattern out of a vintage postcard.<br />
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Ornament kitty <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/s/anlqk9dzdxfqr51/Kitty%20in%20Christmas%20Ornament.jpg?dl=0">embroidery pattern</a> <br />
Embroidery hoop<br />
DMC embroidery floss, red, grey, light grey, green, light aqua<br />
Water soluble marker<br />
16' x 24' cotton print for main apron fabric<br />
Lace, ric rac or pom poms (optional) for trim<br />
10' x 10', white cotton solid for pocket<br />
7' x 17 3/4', cotton print for waistband<br />
Two, 6' x 22' of fabric, cotton print for apron ties<br />
2 1/4' x 7', cotton print for pocket trim<br />
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Save and print the embroidery pattern. Transfer the embroidery pattern onto the 10' x 10' fabric with a water soluble marker. You can use a window or a light box. I created a light box by using a vintage window, lamp and ottoman.<br />
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Turn the embroidery over to the front and bring the trim up and over and pin in place. Stitch close to the edge. Set the pocket picture aside.<br />
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Take your main apron piece and fold the left side in 1/4 inch and press. Fold it in another 1/4 inch and press. Repeat with the right side. Stitch close to the edge on both both sides.<br />
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1. Fold the main apron piece in half width-wise.<br />
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3. Make a "T" shape with your finger by pressing at the center fold into the pin. Pinch one side of the ‘T’ and bring the edge back to meet it. Pin in place, repeat with the other side of the ‘T’.<br />
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5. Repeat with the opposite side of the towel. Now you have 3 pleats evenly spaced.<br />
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Take your pocket piece and fold the two side edges in a 1/4 inch and press. Fold the bottom edge up a 1/4 inch and press. Pin the pocket piece to the apron front and then stitch around the sides and bottom.<br />
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1. Fold one of the short ends in a 1/4 inch and press.<br />
2. Fold the strip length-wise so raw edges match and press.<br />
3. Open the strip and then press the top edge down to the fold line and the bottom edge up to the fold line.<br />
4. Press the strip up so the edges match and press.<br />
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Repeat steps 1-4 to make your waist band. The only thing you do different is step one. With the waistband you fold both of the short ends in a 1/2 inch instead of just one of the ends a 1/4 inch.<br />
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Place the top of the apron inside the waistband piece and pin in place. <br />
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Remove the two pins on the ends of the waistband. Take the apron ties and place the raw edge end inside about a 1/2 inch into the waistband and pin in place. <br />
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Stitch around the sides and bottom of the waistband to complete the apron. If you would like you can add some trim to the bottom of the apron as a special touch.<br />
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<br />Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-88266568944390833432014-06-05T10:06:00.000-07:002014-06-05T10:06:17.247-07:00vintage planter pincushionsI need to warn you, I have a new obsession. I love finding cute little vintage planters! I am always on the look out for them at thrift shops and antique shops. If I can find them for a reasonable price I snatch them up. Awhile back after I found my first one I put a pincushion in it so I could enjoy having it on my sewing table and look at it all the time.<br />
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Now with the new ones that I find I'm starting to make them into pincushions too. I just did a little Instagram sale last night and sold these four. <br />
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Aren't they just the sweetest! I've got some more in the works so will have more available in couple weeks. :)<br />
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<br />Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com27tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-7490416851633389472014-06-03T10:40:00.000-07:002014-06-03T10:43:28.854-07:00Sailaway, Sailaway, Sailaway!The last few weeks I've loved watching <a href="http://messyjessecrafts.blogspot.com/">Jessie</a> make her sailboat quilt on Instagram. I knew right away that I wanted to make a sailboat quilt too. Summertime and the beach is my absolute favorite! With living in walking distance to the beach we go there quite a bit and it is such a peaceful place for my family. So what better way to bring that into our home than with a lovely sailboat quilt. :)<br />
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The free pattern can be found <a href="http://www.quiltmag.com/quilt-patterns/quilt-junejuly-2013-%E2%80%93-naturally-nautical-blue-and-white-remake/">here</a>. I've changed it up a bit and am doing scrappy sailboats. So the 2 1/2 X 4 1/2 print on the bottom of the sailboat I did 2 1/2 inch squares to keep with the scrappy look. Also for fun I'm using the cute Mendocino, Swimming Sisters and Swim Class for the bottom strips.<br />
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I duplicated my aqua and navy blocks and made a cute little sailboat pillow. I love being able to whip something out, especially when working on a quilt.<br />
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Then this last week-end I took my kiddos to the beach and made my first beach hexagon of the season. I love stitching hexagons at the beach!<br />
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I thought I should also let you know why I've been absent for quite awhile. I feel so bad I missed all of May blogging and even hadn't gotten on to let you know the winner of the Granny Square book. I now have a little shop in a local vintage marketplace. It has been fun creating things for a shop, and to combine my love of vintage in my space. Also since last week, before I bring things into my little shop I've been offering them up to my Instagram followers first. The sweet sailboat pillow went to an Instagram friend instead of going in the shop. I'll be having a little Instagram sale hopefully tomorrow or Thursday before I head out of town on Friday. I'll have some handmade items and some of my vintage finds. :) If you want to follow me on Instagram I'm sewdeerlyloved.<br />
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Now to finally let you know who the winner is of the Great Granny Square book...<br />
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Wendy, I don't see an email in your profile so please send me an email with your address. My email is sewdeerlyloved at hotmail dot com.<br />
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Thanks so much for being so patient for me through my absents. I'm hoping I can get better and blog more regularly. :)<br />
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Welcome to my blog! I'm so excited to be part of <a href="http://beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/">Lori'<u> of Bee in My Bonnet's</u></a> lovely sew along again, hosted by the <a href="http://fatquartershop.blogspot.com/p/great-granny-sew-along.html" target="_blank">Fat Quarter Shop</a>! I adore Lori's sweet new book <a href="http://www.fatquartershop.com/great-granny-squared-book-30356" target="_blank">The Great Granny Squared</a>. <br />
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For the sew along we are making the sweet sampler Mama's Crochet Quilt, and this week we'll be sewing the yarn and crochet hook block.<br />
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For the instructions go <a href="http://www.fatquartershop.com/media/blog/GreatGrannySquared/GGS-SamplerTips-2.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>, and turn to page 22 in your Great Granny Square book. Now lets get our supplies ready.<br />
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This week was the deadline and I was working like mad to get my item all
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I decided to make it into a pillow so my partner could either use it as a wall hanging or a pillow.<br />
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These pinwheels are made the same way I showed in my <a href="http://lovelylittlehandmades.blogspot.com/2011/06/mini-pinwheelsand-tutorial.html" target="_blank">easy peasy pinwheel tutorial</a>. They are 2 1/2 inches unfinished. I love these cute little things!!<br />
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The pattern <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/173384714/flowers-in-vintage-bottles-a-paper?ref=shop_home_active_11" target="_blank">"Flowers in Vintage Bottles"</a> is from my sweet and talented friend, <a href="http://www.charisecreates.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Charise</a>. I adore all her patterns. I have several others that I've purchased and am hoping to work on them soon.<br />
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After I finished the pillow I went to a couple antique shops and found a vintage bottle and a pretty crochet floral doily. Then I stopped at Joanns to get some pretty silk flowers for the vintage bottle. Now my swap package was complete. :) The crochet doily came in a set of 3 so I was even able to keep a couple for myself. Yay!! Win, win!!<br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-69380140385490021252014-03-26T10:49:00.001-07:002014-03-27T11:08:49.227-07:00quilty barn wall quilt!After I finished quilting my Farmers Wife Quilt I didn't feel ready to give up my farmers wife days. I decided to make some fun quilty barn blocks and it was the perfect project too keep the farmers wife in me alive. :)<br />
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The tutorials to the <a href="http://www.beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/2013/02/the-quilty-barn-along-tutorial.html" target="_blank">quilty barns</a> are from <a href="http://www.beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Lori of Bee in my Bonnet</a>. I
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My first barn block is the <a href="http://www.beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/2013/02/the-quilty-barn-along-tutorial.html" target="_blank">Weathervane Barn</a>. This is the tutorial where it gives all the dimensions for the barn. I wrote that all down so I could refer to it when making my other three barns. (Please remember the tutorial is only going to be on Lori's blog for a little longer.)<br />
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The second barn is the <a href="http://beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/2013/05/the-quilty-barn-along-number-7-and-easy.html" target="_blank">Easy Pinwheel Barn</a>.<br />
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Thank you, Lori for creating the barn blocks!! They were so fun to make!! They remind me of my short time living in Iowa where many of the barns had painted quilt blocks hung on the front or side of them. Here is a picture I found that I had taken a couple years ago when I went back to visit some of my family in Iowa. <br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-86139118764858986702014-02-26T07:17:00.000-08:002014-02-26T07:18:35.632-08:00a scrumptious pinwheel pillowIt has been way to long since I posted. I've almost got my Farmers Wife quilt done. Just the binding is left for me to attach. Hopefully I'll get that done today or tomorrow and can show you later this week or next week. <br />
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In the meantime I thought I'd show you this pretty pinwheel pillow I made as a gift. I gave it to my niece and she loved it. It is always so pleasing to gift something that is handmade, isn't it?<br />
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I used Bonnie & Camilles Happy Go Lucky and Scruptious along with Riley Blakes aqua Swiss Dots. <br />
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I think pinwheels are one of my favorite blocks!! </div>
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I finished the pillow with a lovely scrappy binding! </div>
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Here are a few of the last ones I made to finish all my blocks.<br />
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As of today I have half the sashing and corner stones stitched. Just need to finish the other half and then add a border. So close!! Hopefully this week I can get the top done. <br />
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Lets open our <a href="http://www.fatquartershop.com/quilty-fun-book" target="_blank">Quilty Fun book</a> and turn to page 86. First I started out making the half square triangles.<br />
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I think I may need to make a sewing machine cover in the near future from this lovely pattern in <a href="http://beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Lori's</a> book!<br />
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I did a few different quilting techniques on the pillow and love how it adds to the character of the pillow. For the house I machine quilted bricks, and for the path I did pebble quilting. To finish it off I stippled the rest. <br />
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I used a couple vintage sheets for the back and a red and white stripe for the binding.<br />
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The cottage pattern is by Marhiam of <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/threeowls/" target="_blank">Three Owls</a>. She now has the pattern available on <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/quilting/home-decor/vintage-candy-cottage/79407" target="_blank">Craftsy</a> if you'd like to make one too. :)<br />
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I also wanted to share that I'm having an end of year sale so I can make room for new fabric. 20% off everything in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/sewdeerlyloved?ref=si_shop" target="_blank">shop</a>! If there is anything you've been waiting to get now is the time. :) Use coupon code endofyearsale when you checkout.<br />
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At the end of last week I received my amazing pillow in the mail from the super talented Erin of <a href="http://whynotsew.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Why Not Sew?</a> I simply love everything about this sweet pillow. The design with all the pretty fabrics, the cute deer, tree and Joy applique. Isn't it the perfect pillow!?! It sure does bring me joy every time I look at it. <br />
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Then to top all that, Erin added the ever so cute scallop crochet edging in the prettiest aqua. Be still my heart!!<br />
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Erin also sent a sweet little peg girl and mushroom. She is the cutest!!<br />
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She also made me a crochet aqua ornament. Here it is already hanging on my tree. :) I was completly spoiled! Thanks so much, Erin!!<br />
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My tree...we are now all ready for Christmas! I loved adding all my new ornaments!!</div>
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This week-end in the evenings I started on the Scrumptious Cottage. Mahriam of <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/threeowls/" target="_blank">Three Owls</a> created the pattern and made a pillow for the Pillow Talk Swap. She was so kind and sent me the pattern and instructions in the mail a couple weeks ago. I'm so glad I am now finally able to work on it.<br />
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I love this little cottage more every time I work on it!</div>
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Thank you so much for all your kind words in my last post on my cathedral windows! I'm so glad you are interested in seeing how I made them. I truly enjoyed making this lovely pillow and I think you will too.<br />
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Here is what you need to get started~<br />
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16, 10 1/2 inch squares (background polka dot fabric)<br />
24, 3 1/8th inch squares (patterned center squares)<br />
Rotary Cutter and Ruler<br />
3 1/2 inch Square Ruler (to get those fussy cuts and then I trimmed them down to 3 1/8th square)<br />
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22 X 22 inch solid fabric<br />
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Cut 16, 10 1/2 inch squares from your background fabric. This is probably the most important step...to make sure they are perfectly square so you don't have problems later on.<br />
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Fold in half with right sides together and stitch 2, 1/4 inch seams, one on each side.<br />
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From the last picture pull open your fabric and match the seams (where I have two pins, one on each side of the seam) you have just sewn. Pin in place. Stitch a 1/4 inch seam but leave an opening. I marked where I wanted my opening to be so I didn't forget. You need the opening for later on when we turn it right side out.<br />
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With your scissors trim your four corners at the points. Make sure not to cut your stitches.<br />
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Turn your square right side out.<br />
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For the corners use your preference of tool (I used a safety pin) and turn your corners so they have nice pointed corners. Don't worry about the opening, we don't need to close it up. Now press again. <br />
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Make sure to press neatly so it doesn't get distorted. Also, check and see if it is still square. We don't want to have problems later on when joining them.<br />
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Now we are going to fold the corners into the center and iron it. <br />
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Go around to each corner and press it into the center.<br />
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Check again and make sure it is square. It should be 5 inch square at this point. If it isn't square then when you sew them together you will get holes in between.<br />
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Lay out your eight squares as we are going to get ready to stitch them together.<br />
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On your right triangle flap there is a nice crease from when you ironed. I like to mark it with a pen so when I stitch I can see it well. Then you place your second square under your first square with the flaps hanging out. See next picture.<br />
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Now stitch together your second row.<br />
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Now we are going to stitch the two rows together. Take the bottom triangle flaps from the top row and the top triangle flaps from the bottom row and pin them together. I also marked on the crease to I could see it clearly.<br />
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Fold the top row under the bottom row and leave the flaps up.<br />
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Stitch on the marked crease line.<br />
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When you get to a middle you may need to manipulate it a tad to make sure they match up perfectly. We don't want holes if we can prevent it.<br />
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Now we have our first half sewn together.<br />
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Next we stitch down the inside triangle flaps. Make sure not to stitch down any of the outer triangles as we will need them to open later on. So corners you are stitching down 2 of the triangles and the two inner squares we are stitching down 3 triangles. I do about 2-3 stitches per triangle.<br />
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Here is a close up of one that you stitch down 3 of the flaps.<br />
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Now I layout how I want my pattern and fussy cut squares to be. Set aside all of them in order except the first one.<br />
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This is optional. I like to use spray adesive on the squares so they don't move around at all. If you prefer you can pin them or even use a glue stick.<br />
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Place your square in the middle of the window.<br />
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Turn the flaps in towards your window and pin the center in place.<br />
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Start at one end and start stitching around your window as close to the edge as you can get. I reduced my stitch length just a little to help with the curves.<br />
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Continue stitching your windows till you have all your windows in place.<br />
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Now you need to follow all the steps above and make your second half to your pillow.<br />
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Once you have both halves completed you pin the top and bottom triangle flaps together. Also make sure to mark your creases again so you can see them clearly.<br />
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Turn the top half under the bottom half with the triangle flaps sticking out. This should all be pretty familiar now.<br />
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Stitch on the marked crease. Make sure again that the middles match up. You may need to manipulate them a little to get them perfect.<br />
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Now stitch down those flaps but leave all the border flaps open.<br />
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Stitch the rest of the windows in place. Now you have your top almost done!<br />
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Take your 22 X 22 inch square and trim it so there is a 1/2 inch around each side. This will end up being your seam.<br />
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Open up all your triangle flaps on the outside and pin on the inside of each one. I also mark on the crease here too.<br />
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Stitch along the marked crease the whole way around the pillow.<br />
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Stitch down those last triangles.<br />
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Stitch down the empty windows on the edges and corners. Here I didn't even pin but if you want you can.<br />
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Next I pinned on my backing. I did an envelope backing but you can do a zipper backing or a button closure. What ever you prefer.<br />
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Then you turn your pillow around and stitch right inside the stitch line that is already there.<br />
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Since there isn't a binding on this pillow I did a zig zag stitch around the entire edging. Then you turn your pillow right side out and you are done!!! Yippee!!!<br />
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I fussy cut some of the squares and think those are my favorite ones! I have one more set to make to do a pillow and am thinking this may be for my <a href="http://www.flickr.com/groups/1197421@N20/pool" target="_blank">Pillow Talk Swap</a>. <br />
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On Saturday I found this sweet vintage Little Deer book at a vintage market, and then when I cam home I had this sweet ornament in the mail from Erin, of <a href="http://whynotsew.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Why not Sew?</a> Aren't they so sweet!!<br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com28tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-78201172743660951192013-11-14T08:46:00.000-08:002013-11-14T09:27:37.210-08:00trim the treeOne of my favorite things to make are handmade ornaments. They are one of those projects you can do in an hour or two and they add such sweetness to your home during the holidays. <br />
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When I came across the group <a href="http://www.flickr.com/groups/1533113@N23/" target="_blank">The Trim the Tree Swap</a>, I had to join in. Too
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My first two I made were the little gnomie girl and boy. The pattern is by <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Noialand" target="_blank">Noialand</a>. I adore all her sweet adorable felt patterns. I have a few others I purchased and have been itching to stitch those too. :)<br />
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Little gnomie girl and boy. I love the cute little mushroom on the boy and the sweet ribbon on the girl. Such sweet little details.<br />
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Then I came across a lovely <a href="http://www.ellisandhiggs.com/tutorial-einen-weihnachtsbaum-naehen/" target="_blank">tutorial and pattern</a> by <a href="http://www.ellisandhiggs.com/" target="_blank">Ellis & Higgs</a>. I thought it would be fun to make it scrappy with lots of strips. It was pretty simple and love the way it turned out. <br />
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The sweet little ornaments all together. Now to make a set for my tree. My kiddos were very concerned that I was sending them off and wouldn't make some for us. I surely don't want to disappoint them so better get to it. :)<br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-21996805160887676022013-11-01T11:24:00.001-07:002013-11-01T11:27:07.582-07:00a scrappy modern maples pillowLast week I was able to finish up my scrappy modern maples pillow. I really love how it turned out, and am loving the touch of autumn it brings to my living room!<br />
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I gave it a bit of a woodland theme by adding woodland creatures to most all the centers.<br />
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For the binding I used the lovely <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/126731716/little-red-riding-hood-by-tasha-noel-for?" target="_blank">leaves in red</a>, and I added a 1 1/2 inch border of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/126735763/little-red-riding-hood-by-tasha-noel-for?ref=shop_home_active" target="_blank">floral in white</a> to make it a 20 inch pillow. That is my favorite size of pillow!<br />
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This week I was a busy bee getting my kiddos Halloween costumes ready. I did an Alice in Wonderland theme and had so much fun!! Most the costumes I found online and then added to them to give them that extra special touch. I think this is my favorite theme I've done so far. <br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-89152122463564936572013-10-17T12:17:00.002-07:002013-10-17T12:22:16.207-07:00scrappy modern maplesHave you seen all the maple blocks being made lately? On instagram I've been seeing them a ton!! I couldn't resist, and started to make some of my own. I am in need of a fall pillow so made them 6 1/2 inches and made 9 of them. I wanted to add some of the deep rich colors of fall to my normal color palette and still am debating on the plum block. It is the first time I have ever made a purple block. Even the orange was a first. :)<br />
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My first 3 blocks!! They are so simple and fun to make!! Quite addicting, I tell you! :)<br />
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Yesterday we started sign-ups for the Pillow Talk Swap and are doing a holiday edition this round. Doesn't that sound like fun!?! If you've been part of a swap before you are welcome to come and join in on the fun. Sign-ups close on Saturday.<br />
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1. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/59668169@N00/6107208832/">holiday wips</a>, 2. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/59668169@N00/5267502166/">more paper and bows</a>, 3. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/48042888@N00/6192051108/">Christmas Gift Tags block for Amber - Ringo Pie Bee</a>, 4. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/73965106@N00/4034227280/">Follow Me</a>, 5. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/59668169@N00/3021046210/">little house ornament</a>, 6. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/27827349@N07/8368315762/">patchwork block ~ Vintage Holiday quilt</a>, 7. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/37673428@N05/5079760850/">Savvy Seasons Mini Quilt finished</a>, 8. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/59668169@N00/3078239295/">paper numbers... cheesy?</a>, 9. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/38043160@N05/7696312614/">Christmas in Paris and a Give Away</a>, 10. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/59668169@N00/8247682935/">to: Olivia</a>, 11. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/59668169@N00/3030735020/">a shinzi katoh christmas</a>, 12. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/59668169@N00/6545080045/">leaves and berries</a>, 13. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/46371211@N07/6784660859/">Christmas Cookies Block for Melinda</a>, 14. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/59668169@N00/5281103229/">merry and bright</a>, 15. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/9425076@N05/8060658739/">clamshell pillow</a>, 16. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/50220971@N06/6279227335/">Christmas truck - '12 days of Christmas' Sampler QAL.</a>, 17. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/46713773@N00/5247084874/">12-09-10</a>, 18. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/59668169@N00/3166207892/">love these ornaments</a>, 19. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/30979645@N05/8303792831/">christmas pillow</a>, 20. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/59668169@N00/8267748789/">you can't catch me!</a>, 21. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/40045544@N06/6311891433/">Scandinavian Christmas Tree Pillow/Cushion</a>, 22. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/35562744@N03/8264579150/">The Christmas Quilt,( sew, vote, swap round 8)</a>, 23. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/27827349@N07/8368316368/">Vintage Holiday quilt ~ 2012</a>, 24. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/68138589@N03/7857618104/">pillow 007</a>, 25. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/59668169@N00/10056918144/">airmail mini quilt</a><br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com30tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-53330785043012626752013-10-10T10:36:00.000-07:002013-10-10T10:36:18.751-07:00sweet strawberry pincushionsWho doesn't just love strawberries? Even with it Fall you can't resist them. Though the season may be over it still can bring that brightness into your day even when the weather is a bit cooler. Lately, I've been busy making strawberry pincushions thanks to my sweet friend, <a href="http://whynotsew.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Erin</a> who invited me to the <a href="http://www.flickr.com/groups/strawberrypincushionswap/pool/with/10178034085/#photo_10178034085" target="_blank">Strawberry Pincushion Swap</a>.<div>
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I made my partner a prettified pincushion but changed the top with adding a pretty mini hexie flower with some of my favorite strawberry fabrics. I loved making this version of Ayumi's pincushion. I then made a mini strawberry pincushion and attached it to some cute birdie embroidery scissors for my partner.<br />
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I packaged up a few extra plush strawberries with the pincushions in a lovely strawberry basket and added some strawberry ribbon. And it is winging its way to my partner and should hopefully be arriving soon. I hope she likes her package.<br />
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Then yesterday I received the most amazing package from <a href="http://nanacompany.typepad.com/nanacompany/" target="_blank">Amy of Nanacompany</a>. Even the box was as cute as can be!!<br />
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So much strawberry goodness I tell you!! I just love the amazing large felt leaves with wool strawberries adorned to a fabulous pincushion jar! Then a sweet plush strawberry pincushion and an adorable strawberry needle book. I have been truly spoiled! <br />
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Aren't these the most fabulous leaves and wool strawberries!! I love how creative Amy is!! She is so talented!!<br />
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I can't wait to put the plush strawberry pincushion and needle book to use!! They are perfect!!<br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-82844023016141938422013-10-01T10:30:00.000-07:002013-10-01T10:32:32.518-07:00a sweet surprise!I had the best mail day when this fabulous pocket mail organizer arrived from<a href="http://three-honeybees.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"> Kylie of Three Honeybees</a>. I adore everything in<a href="http://ayumills.blogspot.com/" target="_blank"> Ayumi's</a> book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Patchwork-Please-Colorful-Projects-Stitch/dp/1596685999/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1380647239&sr=8-1&keywords=patchwork+please" target="_blank">Patchwork, Please!</a> and this sweet pockets wall quilt was on my to-do list. I'm so excited that Kylie made one just for me!! I really absolutely adore it. It is perfect in everyway!<br />
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All the fabrics and colors are prefect. I also love the mix of linen with color. So pretty!!<br />
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Kylie personalized one of the envelopes with my shop name and even added a sweet little deer stamp. Isn't that the sweetest touch!?!<br />
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Thanks so much Kylie!! I couldn't me more happy with it!!<br />
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Kylie also surprised me with a sweet hexagon needle book, an adorable wooden deer peg wall hanging, some cute ribbon, and some lovely red & aqua wrapping paper and matching napkins!! I was completely spoiled!! Thanks so much for your kindness and thoughtfulness!! I love everything!!<br />
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The lovely needle book!! It really is the sweetest ever!!!<br />
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After all these years, I still love swaps and get excited to join a new one!! The joy that comes from making something for someone else, and then receiving a special package in the mail that has been so thoughtfully made just for you is so fun! I also love how it makes you think outside the box and really explore your creativity to make just the perfect thing for your partner. <br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-54780318514420529632013-09-25T07:32:00.000-07:002013-09-25T19:05:37.773-07:00hexagon mini quilt!It has been way too long since I've posted on my blog. I'm so sorry. Life has sure been crazy lately. I do post almost daily on Instagram if you ever want to see what I'm up to. I'm sewdeerlyloved on Instagram. :) <br />
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I'm a bit late with my hexagon mini quilt but am so excited that it is now done and on its way. I really love how it turned out, and I sure hope my partner loves it too.<br />
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I hand stitched 7 grandmothers flower gardens together and then stitched on an outer layer of hexagons to keep the original shape.<br />
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I love how it really catches each flower.<br />
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For the quilting I went back and forth for awhile on what I wanted to do. I've never stippled over hexagons but thought it would give a lovely affect. I really do love how it turned out with the quilting.<br />
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The background fabric is a Lecien small gingham and the Binding is the floral from The Simple Life.<br />
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I also made a Prettified Pincushion from <a href="http://ayumills.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Ayumi's</a> book <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Patchwork-Please-Colorful-Projects-Stitch/dp/1596685999/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1380160960&sr=8-1&keywords=patchwork+please" target="_blank">Patchwork, Please!</a> I love making them! They are so cute. I also sent along some other pretty goodies.<br />
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The navy pincushion is an extra one I made since they are so fun. I can see lots of these in my future. :)<br />
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Here are the buttons I made, so I still have some extras. <br />
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I recently added <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/162615382/japanese-lecien-flower-sugar-2013?ref=shop_home_active&ga_search_query=flower%2Bsugar%2Bbundle" target="_blank">Flower Sugar</a> to my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/sewdeerlyloved?ref=si_shop" target="_blank">shop</a>. This is such a beautiful collection. I think it is my favorite Flower Sugar so far! I love how there is polka dots and gingham mixed in!</div>
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<br />Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com21tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-38628251118150974272013-08-28T10:32:00.002-07:002013-08-28T10:34:48.068-07:00vintagey kitchen accessoriesI absolutely adore Bake Sale!! I love the vintage look of it and was so excited I had an excuse to sew with it finally. My soon niece to be had a bridal shower this last week-end and she loves to bake so it was easy to decide to make her some vintage style kitchen accessories!!<br />
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Jessie's favorite colors are aqua, yellow and white!! I added in a little red to bring out the strawberries and cherries!! Aren't these the prettiest colors for a kitchen!?!<br />
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The hexagon trivit is from Ayumi's fabulous book Patchwork, Please! I have a couple others that I've paper pieced but still need to quilt and bind for my kitchen. The oven mitt I made from <a href="http://www.skiptomylou.org/2010/12/22/oven-mitt-pattern-2/" target="_blank">a tutorial on Skip to my Lou</a>. I need to stitch up a few new ones since mine are looking pretty bad.<br />
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I made a couple kitchen towels and added some simple hexagons and some ric rac! So easy!!<br />
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The dish soap apron I made using a <a href="http://camilleroskelley.typepad.com/simplify/2011/09/moda-country-fair-.html" target="_blank">tutorial from Camille</a>. I've made a handful of these and they stitch up super fast!! A perfect little gift. I had made a couple extra and used them for prizes for the Bridal Shower games.<br />
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Tasha hosted the bridal shower at her house and made the loveliest bridal oasis! It was simply divine!!<br />
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For a fun activity I had everyone help create a lovely toilet paper bridal gown for Jessie!! We had a little bit of fun with this!! And doesn't she look gorgeous even in toilet paper!! :)<br />
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Jessie gets married this Saturday in Hawaii and I am so excited for her!! I wish her and my nephew the best of luck and many many years of love and happiness!!<br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com19tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-21222747886407719612013-08-21T09:46:00.003-07:002013-08-21T09:49:10.949-07:00a beach retreatThis month I was able to go on my annual beach retreat with my family! It was such a fun and relaxing time, and I loved every moment!! We watched lots of movies while I stitched hexies together, we went on a little antique trip and had a blast taking beach photos again. Do remember <a href="http://lovelylittlehandmades.blogspot.com/2012/08/beach-stitching.html" target="_blank">last years</a>? <br />
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I got the outer layer stitched onto the grandmother flower garden mini quilt I'm working on for the Sewing Room Swap.<br />
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I also have been working on my August hexie block! I'm almost done! :)<br />
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Here is <a href="http://www.tashahorsley.typepad.com/" target="_blank">Tasha</a> and I, and we are matching!! Funny thing is we do this all the time and don't ever plan it!<br />
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Some of my vintage goodies I found while on our trip.<br />
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I also found these beautiful vintage hexie flowers!! The were only a $1.25 a piece. I think I really scored!!<br />
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All the girls and the cutie twins!! I was in baby heaven!! :)<br />
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I sure do love my sweet family!! Can't wait for next year!<br />
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While I was gone <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/sewdeerlyloved/search?search_query=briar+rose&order=date_desc&view_type=gallery&ref=shop_search" target="_blank">Heather Ross's, Briar Rose</a> came in!! Isn't it so sweet!! I have the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/159707721/heather-ross-briar-rose-for-windham?" target="_blank">full collection</a> listed in my shop along with some smaller bundles. :)<br />
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The <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/159707529/heather-ross-briar-rose-for-windham?" target="_blank">Spring bundle</a></div>
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Here is a pretty in pink custom bundle that I shipped off recently! Isn't it sew pretty!!<br />
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I also pulled fabric to start an On a Whim quilt with Scrumptious and some other pretty coordinating fabrics. I'm now waiting for my background fabric to arrive. I'm sure itching to start!! Also, there is a <a href="https://www.flickr.com/groups/1904864@N22/pool/with/6858979882/#photo_6858979882" target="_blank">quilt a long</a> if you'd like to join in too!<br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-26073966159128205442013-08-05T13:15:00.002-07:002013-08-05T13:15:27.480-07:00a farmers wife againDo you remember how I started my farmers wife quilt a couple years ago? My blocks have been sitting on my shelf looking pretty for far too long. I was about to start another project and then saw my pretty stack. It was time to pull them out, and I'm so glad I did. I'm getting so close to having enough for a lap size quilt.<br />
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This shows 41 of them. I finished 5 more since this picture so have 4 more to do and then will have enough for the lap size. So close!!<br />
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Ribbons {74} I've been using my new vintage iron I found and I love how it presses the seams super flat!! It is so heavy, and perfect for working on blocks!! Thanks <a href="http://beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Lori</a> for recommending vintage irons!!</div>
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This one I did this morning. I love the strawberries!! :)<br />
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I also found a new vintage quilt!! I couldn't resist taking a photo of all my recent ones I've found. I think they are so pretty!<br />
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For shop news I listed the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/158414235/mary-rose-sweet-charm-japanese-quilt?ref=shop_home_feat" target="_blank">Mary Rose, Sweet Charm</a> collection in bundles. I love how soft and pretty these fabrics are!!<br />
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I also received some of <a href="http://beeinmybonnetco.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Lori's</a> sweet <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/158109328/riley-blake-lori-holt-bake-sale-pink?ref=shop_home_feat" target="_blank">Bake Sale</a> fabrics for the shop! Isn't it lovely!! I have several projects in mind already I want to make. <br />
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Kerrihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08566365300622357783noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3680643404411376024.post-82617881242307677632013-07-25T06:00:00.000-07:002013-07-26T11:03:20.243-07:00road trip + hexies = fun!!It has been a bit crazy lately with arriving back home and having family in town. We had such a lovely trip to Yellowstone & Iowa! I'd never been to Yellowstone so I was in complete amazement the entire time. I truly loved it. We then went onto Iowa so we could visit some of my family. <br />
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One of the best parts of taking road trips is being able to work on hexies. I finished my June block and then also started on my July block.<br />
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My June block! </div>
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My July block! I think I'm going to really like this one. Some of these fabrics are my favorites!<br />
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While in Iowa we went to the pool a couple times so brought along my hand stitching.<br />
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I also was able to start on my Sewing Room Swap project. I love pretty hexie flowers and these will make a great wall hanging or pillow.<br />
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Since we've been home we've gone to the beach several times. Now I'm stitching the hexies flowers together. :)<br />
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A geyser at West Thumb. My kiddos didn't really like going and seeing the geysers as they have a very strong smell. I hope they eventually remember their spectacular beauty.</div>
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This giant bison came into our campsite. He really was huge, and fun to watch! What an amazing animal!<br />
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The grand canyon of Yellowstone! It was beautiful!!</div>
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Mammoth Hot Springs<br><br>
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I loved going to a couple of my favorite antique shops while in Iowa! It made the trip complete. :)</div>
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Here are some of the lovely vintage finds. I see there was an aqua and pink theme with what I ended up purchasing. Hee Hee!<br />
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I found a couple vintage quilts. I love the feedsack one! </div>
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A close-up of some of the pretty feedsacks!</div>
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I also found a fabulous rough postage stamp quilt! </div>
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When I got home I found this lovely antique gate. I love the rustic red and aqua paint!<br />
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There is nothing quite as fabulous than to return home from a long trip to find some pretty fabrics and a lovely gift in the mail!<br />
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There was much more that we did but it is hard to get it all in one blog post. Though, I'm glad I was able to share a little of my trip with you. :)<br />
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