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Quilt Sizes:

Baby - 34 x 44

Crib/Cot - 45 x 60

Twin - 72 x 90

Double - 84 x 96

Queen - 90 x 108

King - 120 x 124

18 x 22 Fat Quarter Yeilds:

99 - 2 inch squares

56 - 2.5 inch squares

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16 - 4.5 inch squares

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6 - 6.5 inch squares

Monday
08Feb2010

Life can be Unpredictable

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It's funny how life really can be unpredictable.  I'm a planner, always have been and always will be.  It has it advantages and its disadvantages....I would like to be less of a planner and more of a go with the flow kind of person.  I'm learning!

A few of you knew that my mom was having surgery for colon cancer in January.....it was all planned and under control.  So many days in the hospital.  So many days at home recovering.  Life could easily go on as usual.  That worked for a little while.  Then her body was slow to respond afer surgery.  Then she had an infection.  Then she came home.  Then she was back in the hospital.  Then she was home again, but needing to make daily visits to the doctor for lab work and progress checks.  So a little unplanned and a little overwhelming for my dad, sister and I.  And the worrying....it seemed each day for a while there was something new to worry about. 

But the good news is that she is at home, healing and doing just fine and they believe that all of the cancer was removed with the surgery.  In fact she is itching to get back to the sewing machine and I'm ready to make some projects for her to quilt.  It's only been three weeks, but it feels like three months. 

I am ready to jump back in and check out the over 500 craft blog posts waiting for me .....

Show the progress of my Doll Quilt Swap .....

Show the progress of my Valentine Swap which will be going in the mail tomorrow .....

Catch up on any fabric swaps I owe .....

And last but not least, check in on my 3 x 6 Bee and see what everyone is making! .....

Life can be unpredicatable but it is still great!  Especially when my mom is going to heal and we can get back to quilting!  So thank you to all my friends for checking in on me and know that I had to take a break to handle the emotional roller coaster, but am back with an even better outlook on life.

 

 

Posted on DateMonday, February 8, 2010 at 11:32AM Comment3 Comments in Print ArticlePrint Article
Monday
08Feb2010

January's Winner and a Free Embroidery Pattern

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So I'm finally back amoungst by blogger and flickr friends!  The crazy story will be in the next post....

this post is just to say


HURRAY to Tasha who won the embroidery book!

And I've also made this cute embroidery pattern for you to download and make for Valentine's Day. I framed mine so you can't see the x's and o's but it is super cute with them on there!

Posted on DateMonday, February 8, 2010 at 11:08AM CommentPost a Comment in Print ArticlePrint Article
Tuesday
12Jan2010

January's Giveaway - Embroidery Fun!

Volkswagen Bug Embroidery

 

I'm having fun with some embroidery these days!  I always like to do embroidery in the winter for some reason.  My husband loves old cars...we have an El Camino, Porsche, VW Bug (those are just the cars that run)....plus others in certain stages of projects.  After 13 years I know a little more than I wanted to about makes, models, body styles, and what's cool!

I decided it was about time to actually use that knowledge so I'm making some embroidery patterns to sell on etsy.  Even Hubby thinks it is cool although I doubt he'll be gifting them to his car guys.

I've also been going through my supplies and organizing and I found a duplicate embroidery book so I'm giving it to you! It is such a great book I forgot I already owned it and bought it twice.  So leave a comment telling me iif you are cleaning out your closets this month too~

I'll pick a random winner on Monday the 18th~

 

Embroidery Book Giveaway

Posted on DateTuesday, January 12, 2010 at 1:55PM Comment21 Comments in Print ArticlePrint Article
Wednesday
06Jan2010

Three by Six Sampler Quilt Mini Bee Questionaire

 

 

The 3 x 6 Mini Bee has officially started.  The first quarter will occur from January 1, 2010 to March 31, 2010.  We have 7 beehives which consists of 7 people each.....49 flickr friends ready to start something new - woo hoo!

If you are participating in the first quarter then you can access the Questionaire on the link below:

 3 x 6 Sampler Questionaire

 

If you are interested in joining us in a future quarter (this mini bee will occur 4 times a year) then go visit the group's page on flickr and add your name to the reservation list.

The Second Quarter will be from April 1st to June 30th and we will start filling the beehives on March 15th, 2010. 

Posted on DateWednesday, January 6, 2010 at 10:26AM Comment1 Comment in Print ArticlePrint Article
Tuesday
05Jan2010

Doll Quilt Swap 8

DQS8 Inspiration Mosaic

I am so excited to participate in yet another Doll Quilt Swap on flickr!  This is number 8 but for me it's only my second.  I like that it is a secret swap and we get to see sneak peaks without knowing what our little quilt will look like till it arrives.  I'm excited to find out who my partner is and in return I want to let my partner know that I want something they are inspired to make!

Posted on DateTuesday, January 5, 2010 at 2:16PM Comment1 Comment in Print ArticlePrint Article
Monday
04Jan2010

Happy NEW Year

Happy 2010!

Posted on DateMonday, January 4, 2010 at 5:48PM CommentPost a Comment Print ArticlePrint Article
Thursday
31Dec2009

Craftiness in 2009

Craftiness in 2009

Posted on DateThursday, December 31, 2009 at 9:00AM Comment2 Comments Print ArticlePrint Article
Wednesday
30Dec2009

Knitted Christmas Ornament

Knitted Christmas Ornament

Isn't this ornament just the cutest?  I wish I could say I made it, but I cannot knit worth a darn.  I have tried three different times.  It is a goal in life to learn because I would love to be able to make ornaments like these.

My neighbor surprised me with this in her Christmas card.  She has knitted little booties each time the kids were born and I now use those as Christmas Ornaments also.

I LOVE HANDMADE!

Posted on DateWednesday, December 30, 2009 at 9:54AM CommentPost a Comment Print ArticlePrint Article
Tuesday
29Dec2009

Heather Ross Matryoshka Quilt

Heather Ross Matryoshka Quilt

 

I always like to see clean, crisp white colors after Christmas so this little quilt is perfect!

I made it a few days before Christmas with simple patchwork and hand embroidery as a gift for my niece. She loved it and so do I. Of course you can't go wrong with Heather Ross fabric, purple, green, and matryoshka dolls.  The embroidery pattern is from A Little Sweetness.  I have her Christmas pattern also, but didn't have a chance to make it yet.

We had lots of quilt gifting this year so the parade of quilts will be starting soon.

 

Matryoshka Doll Quilt

My, Miss B, and my Niece!

Posted on DateTuesday, December 29, 2009 at 4:46PM Comment1 Comment in Print ArticlePrint Article
Saturday
26Dec2009

Very Merry


Vintage Tree
Originally uploaded by tigglegiggles

 

Posted on DateSaturday, December 26, 2009 at 7:32PM CommentPost a Comment Print ArticlePrint Article
Wednesday
23Dec2009

Shoo Fly Quilt Block


 

Started working on my shoo fly quilt. I'm turning the corners which would traditionally have the green corners facing out. I like the simpler more modern look that the quilt block changes to.

I changed the colors of my blog, a girlfriend made me some logos and after six months, I'm finally finding me. There is such wonderful inspiration and ideas out there in blog land that it is easy to lose yourself. I've finally defined me and it feels great.

I am yellow, green, blue with simple graphic clean lines!

This quilt will be my first of 2010 and it will be all me ... my favorite colors, a simple design, and easy to make.

I'm looking forward to the New Year!

Posted on DateWednesday, December 23, 2009 at 10:27AM Comment3 Comments in Print ArticlePrint Article
Friday
18Dec2009

Moments


A family friend has lost her battle with cancer and I will always remember her for encouraging me to sell my quilts in her local shop ten years ago. She made the best handmade soaps and lotions. I didn't sell a lot of quilts, but having someone believe in me was all that mattered.

Small acts of kindness, generosity, and encouragement really do make a difference in someone's life.

Posted on DateFriday, December 18, 2009 at 11:37AM Comment1 Comment Print ArticlePrint Article
Tuesday
15Dec2009

Monthly Craft Book Catch Up ~ January

Impressive!

 

I love craft books!  It seems like everytime I turn around there is a new one coming out.  The inspiration and ideas are always fabulous but they sit next to my bed for me to look through instead of in the craft room as a book to go to and find a project to make.

I've decided to try something new for 2010.  It'll be my New Year's Resolution!  At least the fun one.

I'm going to pick a different craft book from my library each month and make a project from it ~ start to finish (not necessarily by the end of the month if it's a longer project) ~  By the end of the year I will have 12 projects from 12 different craft books! 

I'm also hoping that this will get me out of my sewing comfort zone and challenge me to try new sewing projects and not just quilts. 

My first book is going to be One Yard Wonders by Rebecca Yaker and Patricia Hoskins.  I'm excited for this to be January's book because it has so many fabulous projects.

I'm toasting to new craft and sewing adventures in 2010! 

If you would like to play along for any month then add your information on Mr. Linky and I'd love to see what book and project you have picked!

 
 

Posted on DateTuesday, December 15, 2009 at 12:04PM Comment3 Comments in Print ArticlePrint Article
Monday
14Dec2009

Now It's Christmas! ~ WINNER~


Having my daughter's birthday in December has taught me to be much more efficient than I have historically been. Shopping is done before Thanksgivng and the first half of December is devoted to preparing for her birthday and after that, the rest of December will be spent enjoying the holidays. Getting the tree, wrapping gifts, visiting friends and family, and making lots of goodies!

It seems awfully quiet in blog land so I would assume everyone else is enjoying the holidays also. I'm announcing December's winner then will be back by January 10th to announce January's Giveaway.

I have lots of crafting, cleaning and cupcake eating to get to! Enjoy your holidays and I look forward to lots of fun crafting adventures with you in the next year!

Before I say who the winner is I have to tell you that we opened Christmas gifts on Christmas morning but did always get a pair of pj's to open and wear on Christmas Eve! Of course I continue that tradition.

December's Winner is:

Anita who said:
When I was a kid we opened them on Christmas eve with my mom's side of the family. Now with my own family we open them on Christmas morning. Great question and happy holidays!

Posted on DateMonday, December 14, 2009 at 3:28PM Comment1 Comment in Print ArticlePrint Article
Thursday
10Dec2009

December Giveaway ~ Munki Munki Christmas Ornaments

I love making these ornaments!  They are so fun and easy.....the little images are just some of the cutest! 

I'm giving away a full set of the Munki Munki Flannel Winter Scene Ornaments!  These will be ready to hang on your tree once you receive them.  Of course they would be very cute in a garland or even an advent calendar. 

So what do you have to do to win them?  Tell me if you opened Christmas presents on Christmas Eve or Christmas morning.....and if you don't celebrate Christmas, then tell me your favorite holiday.

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I have put together some kits and will list them in my etsy shop!  Everything you need to make these cute little ornaments will be included and you get to sew and embelish them any way you like!

If you want a custom kit then let me know!

Posted on DateThursday, December 10, 2009 at 3:13PM Comment9 Comments in , Print ArticlePrint Article
Wednesday
09Dec2009

Quilted Fabric Ornament Tutorial

MUNKI MUNKI FLANNEL ORNAMENTS

  

 

Here are some instructions on how I made these quilted fabric ornaments.  I used ribbon hangers that you can find anywhere from Target to Crate and Barrel.  I like them because they are all the same size, come in lots of colors, and are ready to use.

I used a 5 inch circle for the fabric front and back.  3 inch circles for the 2 batting pieces.  And ribbon ornament hangers ~ but of course any ribbon will work just fine.

Place your ribbon in between the 2 layers of batting and stitch in place.

Center your batting with the ribbon on your backing fabric.  Place the top fabric to create the quilt sandwich and pin in place.

Stitch 1/4 in from the edge all around the circle starting and ending at the top.  Continue quilting in circles or any other manner of quilting would look nice.  I also made some hearts that have more random quilting. 

The top is a perfect spot to embelish with bells, buttons, bows, felt.  You could rag cut the edges and fray them in the washer and dryer.  Some ric rak sewn around the outer edge would be cute.

I have a little one who puts everything in her mouth so I will embelish these at a later date since they are meant for the kids' Christmas tree. 

The possibilities are endless....have fun and I'd love to see any you make!

 

~ Kits are now available in my etsy shop ~

 

 

Posted on DateWednesday, December 9, 2009 at 12:07PM CommentPost a Comment in , Print ArticlePrint Article
Wednesday
09Dec2009

Brrrrrrr.....


So it was 10 degrees when I went to work this morning. 10!!!!! That is just plain ridiculous for Washington State. It is supposed to be raining - which would mean it would be warmer. I mean, everyone knows it rains in Washington - you've all read Twilight, watched Frasier and Greys Anatomy. I guess there are worse things to be known for.

But really, I just want my rain back. We are not prepared for this weather - I haven't even purchased the snow clothes for the kids cause we don't head to the Mountains to play in the snow until after the first of the year. So I'm pulling out what cold weather items we have and layering on the polartec. Even the grocery store has put hats and gloves at the checkstands for people to grab.

The good thing is that we have plenty of quilts! I think every single one is in use = that's about 25 if you really want to know! Quilts on the beds, quilts over the windows, quilts on the wood floors ~ it is really quite a patchwork in our house. It's an old one so single pane windows and party unfinished basement makes it hard to heat at 10 or below.

So not a lot of productivity but there is lots of cuddling in quits and eating fabulous cupcakes made by one of my bestest friends ~ Jodi!

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But seriously ~ although I'm complaining about the cold, I cannot imagine being without a home that has heat and quilts to cuddle under with my kids. I have been lazy and have not shipped off my quilts to Give a Kid a Quilt which I am going to do today.....and I encourage everyone to donate a quilt to your local shelter or other organization.

We quilters really have no excuse not to take the time to quickly put together a small quilt with leftover fabrics or some charity organizations will even take quilt tops.  Consider making a difference in someone's life.

Posted on DateWednesday, December 9, 2009 at 11:08AM CommentPost a Comment Print ArticlePrint Article
Monday
07Dec2009

Crunchy Glazed Pecans


Or the best nuts you've ever eaten and can't stop eating until they are gone! Seriously....my girlfriend visited me the day after Thanksgiving and I had some of these crunchy glazed pecans left and now she's getting angrier by the day cause I haven't given her the recipe yet....we've been friends for 20 years so I'm not too worried - Hi Darc :)

The salad is Northwest Autumn Salad from the Cookbook Simply Classic by the Junior League of Seattle. It's a fabulous cookbook and one of my favorites.

There is also a recipe for Glazed Pecans from the cookbook that I have adapted to my liking, I don't add as much salt and include vanilla. So here it is.....

Glazed Pecans

2 pounds whole pecans
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup light corn syrup
2 Tbs water
1 tsp salt
1 tsp vanilla

 

1.  Preheat oven to 250 degrees.

2.  Combine all ingredients in large saucepan and bring to a boil.

3.  Add pecans and stir to completely cover nuts.

4.  Spread nuts on foil lined baking sheet.

5.  Bake for 1 - 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 10-15 minutes.

6.  Cool and lightly stir as pecans are cooling to break up any big chunks.

7.  Store in an airtight container. 

These pecans are great on salads, sweet potatoes, baked goods, or just by themselves which is how we love to eat them.

They also make a quick gift to hand out to friends at Christmas. Enjoy!

Posted on DateMonday, December 7, 2009 at 11:45AM Comment2 Comments in Print ArticlePrint Article
Monday
07Dec2009

Sew Mama Sew Winner!


I've been doing lots of behind the scenes activities! My daughter's second birthday is in a few days and we are having a gingerbread party....she will be 2 so I'm sure she'll be more interested in eating the candy than decorating.

I can't have a gingerbread party without a quilted gingerbread man and he is almost finished. Oh! and a gumdrop wreath....I still haven't figured out how to make it without stuffing my face with gum drops. The white ones are my favorite.

It has been fun to read all the comments and visit everyone's blogs who participated in the Sew Mama Sew Giveaway.

So per random.org.......the winner is #8 ~ Donna of Kindred Crafters!

~ Donna has a daughter who would love to have the baby doll sleeping bag ~

It is very easy to make and I will have some basic instructions to share in the next post if you need a quick gift to make before the holidays or at anytime.

In the meantime if you want a gingerbread man for your kids to color or for holiday crafting, you can download my rough drawing.

Happy Holidays and I hope to visit with many of you again!

Tiffany

Posted on DateMonday, December 7, 2009 at 10:12AM Comment1 Comment in Print ArticlePrint Article
Tuesday
01Dec2009

Quilted Baby Doll Sleeping Bag



SEW MAMA SEW GIVEAWAY DAY!!!

Sew Mama Sew Giveaway Days are always so fun....of course it is exciting to possibly win something, but also to visit everyone's blogs and find new friends.

I am giving away this quilted baby doll sleeping bag! I made one for my 2 year old daughter who has trouble carrying a doll and doll blanket. She loves it and I am making more for Christmas gifts. I'll blog about the simple instructions on how to make it tomorrow.

But if you would like to win this...then leave me a comment telling me if you are like me and finishing up gifts on Christmas Eve or have everything finished, wrapped and singing Christmas Carols.

Remember to leave your blog name so I can visit you too and an e-mail so I can contact you if you win!

Have fun.

Posted on DateTuesday, December 1, 2009 at 11:46PM Comment135 Comments in Print ArticlePrint Article
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