Here is one set of the strips. I have one more piece to add and then I will sew it into the tube.
These are the other strips. All mixed up and ready to be pieced.
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| fabric from Hobby Lobby |
The life and times of a quilter from The Palmetto State
Sunday, June 24, 2012
WIP and a Finish
About a year ago, my grandmother gave me a pattern to check out that was a Bargello purse. She bought all the materials to make it, but she wanted me to make it for her (even though she is a great quilter). When I was home last weekend, she gave me the supplies and this week, I got to work on it.
After seeing this review on Sew Sweetness about Jeni's Lined Drawstring Bag, I knew I had to make one. I followed Jeni's tutorial and added the pockets like Terri said in this tutorial. The only thing that I did differently than the tutorials was that I sewed across the pockets 1.5" from the middle on each side to make room for the bottom. I didn't want small things to fall straight to the bottom and really under the bag when I put them in the pockets. I love the way this bag turned out. It is a great size without being too small or too large. While cutting, I cut enough to make several more bags. I also want to make a bag out of Flea Market Fancy very similar to the one that Terri made on her review with one solid outer fabric and the pocket. I will be making this bag again for sure!
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Quilts for Kids
Here are the two quilts I made for the Downy Touch of Comfort Quilts for Kids.
The Cars quilt is the one I received the kit from Downy to make. It included everything by the binding. I intended to fold over the backing to make the binding. Without even thinking, I squared up the quilt after quilting and cut the extra backing right off! The next morning, I ran out and bought some bias tape to use for the binding. This quilt is different from other things I have made in several ways. First off, it had to be heavily quilted to withstand the many harsh washes at the hospital. Also, the binding needed to be zig-zag stitched so that it would not get caught on IVs. I think this quilt turned out great! I am glad I was able to make this Cars quilt for a child in the hospital. I hope it brightens their day.
For receiving the quilt kit, they ask that you also donate a quilt that meets their specifications. I was already working on three smaller quilts using a Hullabaloo jelly roll that I bought a while back. Since they sent me fabric for a boyish quilt, I knew I wanted to make a girly one to send as my donation. Since the center was square, I just added larger borders to the top and bottom. The pink border is a print I picked up from my LQS but was not from the same line. It matches nicely though.
Now all I need to do is get them in the mail!
The Cars quilt is the one I received the kit from Downy to make. It included everything by the binding. I intended to fold over the backing to make the binding. Without even thinking, I squared up the quilt after quilting and cut the extra backing right off! The next morning, I ran out and bought some bias tape to use for the binding. This quilt is different from other things I have made in several ways. First off, it had to be heavily quilted to withstand the many harsh washes at the hospital. Also, the binding needed to be zig-zag stitched so that it would not get caught on IVs. I think this quilt turned out great! I am glad I was able to make this Cars quilt for a child in the hospital. I hope it brightens their day.
For receiving the quilt kit, they ask that you also donate a quilt that meets their specifications. I was already working on three smaller quilts using a Hullabaloo jelly roll that I bought a while back. Since they sent me fabric for a boyish quilt, I knew I wanted to make a girly one to send as my donation. Since the center was square, I just added larger borders to the top and bottom. The pink border is a print I picked up from my LQS but was not from the same line. It matches nicely though.
Working Hard!
Over the past week, I have been working hard to finish up lots of different projects. As I said last time, my sewing room has to turn into the baby's nursery so I am losing my table and lots of space. Never fear, I have stashed all my fabric and things in the closet. :)
This is a quilt top that I made before we moved. The pattern is Chopsticks from Julie at Jaybird Quilts. The fabric is a mix of two lines by Deb Strain: Fresh and Fresh Flowers. The two collections work well together and use the same colors. My favorite prints are the blue ones.
For the backing of this quilt, I chose to go a different direction. I knew when I dug the top out, I was going to give this quilt to a friend who is expecting a baby girl in late August. Since they are Clemson fans, I saw the orange polka dots and knew it would be perfect. Although you may not be able to see in the pictures, several of the prints include orange in them. I can't wait to give this quilt to her soon.
After working on it for about two years, this quilt is finally finished (well, except for the binding...coming soon). I started it one afternoon thinking it would be fairly quick. The pattern is Mini Wild Thing from the Pint-Size Pattern by Camille of Thimble Blossoms. When I bought this fabric a long time ago, I just bought a charm pack. I never thought of trying to find more at the time in case I needed it later. Needless to say, when I began actually working on this quilt I did not have fabric for the borders or the backing. I went on a mad hunt for some that coordinated and this what what I found. I know that flowers are not the best option for boys but it was all I could find. I don't think he will mind too much. :)
I was so afraid of messing up the quilting, I sent the quilt to a long arm quilter. When we moved, we didn't know we moved near the largest quilt shop in Georgia! I took the quilt to A Scarlet Thread to be quilted. The pattern was called Van Gogh. This is a close up of the quilting which turned out great! My last task for today is to prepare the binding for it before I put away my machine. Hopefully stitching on the binding will keep me occupied for a while.
I also finished both of the quilts for Quilts for Kids, but I feel like they deserve their own post.
I can't believe all that I have finished in such a short period of time! I am very proud of myself and disappointed that it may be a while before I finish another large project. Unless I take over the kitchen table. :)
For the backing of this quilt, I chose to go a different direction. I knew when I dug the top out, I was going to give this quilt to a friend who is expecting a baby girl in late August. Since they are Clemson fans, I saw the orange polka dots and knew it would be perfect. Although you may not be able to see in the pictures, several of the prints include orange in them. I can't wait to give this quilt to her soon.
I also finished both of the quilts for Quilts for Kids, but I feel like they deserve their own post.
I can't believe all that I have finished in such a short period of time! I am very proud of myself and disappointed that it may be a while before I finish another large project. Unless I take over the kitchen table. :)
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