Wednesday, April 30, 2014

Patchwork Napkins



Hello and welcome to my stop on the Patchwork Napkins Blog Hop!

Today we are celebrating the newest pattern from my friend, AnneMarie of Gen X Quilters. This 10-page pattern includes full color photographs,four patchwork style blocks, two napkin sizes, fabric requirements, helpful tips and complete assembly instructions to make patchwork napkins that are FUN-ctional. Giveaway at the end of this post!



These patchwork napkins are completely reversible with no exposed seams. The self binding technique makes for a very polished edge on each napkin.




There are four block designs to choose from and I picked the log cabin for my napkin. I used some fresh, springy Lottie Da scraps. The tiny butterfly was just begging to be fussy cut for the center. The background is a grey Sweetwater print. Doesn't it make those bright pastels sing? 




For the backing and binding, I chose a candy green colored solid. I really like the way it framed the whole thing. It's like a little mini quilt for each place setting.

Don't forget Mom! Mother's Day is Sunday, May 11. These napkins are a snap to sew up. The Patchwork Napkins Pattern is ON SALE all this week for the hop - just $7 here.

Patchwork Napkins Blog Hop Schedule
Mon. Apr. 28  Diane / From Blank Pages
Tues. Apr. 29  Lee / Freshly Pieced
Wed. Apr. 30  Adrianne / Little Bluebell and Amy / Sukie
Thurs. May 1  Kati / From the Blue Chair
Fri. May 2  Debbie / A Quilter's Table

GIVEAWAY - This giveaway is now closed. 
AnneMarie has generously offered to give away a pattern to one of you!! To enter, please leave one comment below and tell me: Are your napkins paper or patchwork?! : D  I will chose a winner this Saturday, May 3rd. The winner will be notified via email so please make sure your email is either in your profile or part of your comment.

The winner is Sandyland Stitches!





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Friday, April 25, 2014

On the Worktable: Trellis Crossroads



I've been sewing pretty much every spare minute I can sneak away. Just for the joy of it. This little bundle has become quilt top. The pattern is called Trellis Crossroads by Jessica Kelly and it's in the book, Modern Bee by Lindsay Connor.









This morning I watched this short film by Gael Towey & Company, featuring Natalie Chanin, of Alabama Chanin. It's a beautiful and inspiring declaration of handmade. 


Make what you love,

-A

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Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Hello Sunshine!

Thank you all so much for the love and support for my Meridian quilt in my last post!! It was a fun challenge to participate in. Many thanks to Anne and Adrianne for hosting. I wonder what next year's color will be?!


Sunshine has arrived! This custom bundle is a mix of warm coral, sunny yellow, happy turquoise and deep navy. When there is no sunshine outside, we can make our own! : )

Let's take a closer look...


From Left:
-Mormor Blomster in Coral by Lotta Jansdotter for Windham
-Sweet as Honey, Honeycomb in Marmalade by Bonnie Christine for Art Gallery
-Sweet as Honey, Honey House Peach by Bonnie Christine for Art Gallery


-Sweet as Honey, Honeycomb in Marmalade by Bonnie Christine for Art Gallery
-Meadow, Sprinkled in Noon by Leah Duncan for Art Gallery
-Meadow, Gentle Breeze in Beige by Leah Duncan for Art Gallery


-Sphere, Direction in Sunshine by Zen Chic for Moda
-Bluebird Park, Magnolia Sunrise by Kate & Birdie Paper Co. for Moda
-Catnap, Finn in Yellow, Lizzy House for Andover
-Garden Party Tango, Hexagon Hustle in Pineapple by Iza Pearl Design for Windham


-Minimilista, Script in Turquoise, by AGF Studio for Art Gallery
-Chromatics, Pointelle in Celeste, by AGF Studio for Art Gallery
-Rapture, Butterfly Bliss Teal by Pat Bravo for Art Gallery


-Color Me Happy, Floral Vines in Navy by V&Co. for Moda
-Meadow, Geo in Deep Marina by Leah Duncan for Art Gallery
-Garden Party Tango, Medallion in Mambo in the Night Sky, by Iza Pearl Design for Windham 
-Tule, Windmarks Mirage, Leah Duncah for Art Gallery


And the whole gang...


Limited Edition Fat Quarter and Half Yard bundles available at The Intrepid Thread


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