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Quilt Information

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

42 - 3 inch squares

30 - 3.5 inch squares

20 - 4 inch squares

16 - 4.5 inch squares

12 - 5 inch squares

9 - 6 inch squares

6 - 6.5 inch squares

Three By Six Sampler Quilt Mini Bee

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    3 x 6 Bee Survey

    Sign ups are 4 times a year

    January ~ March

    April ~ June

    July ~ September

    October ~ December

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    Sign ups for 2nd quarter

    will end on March 31st

     

    Wednesday
    10Mar2010

    March's Giveaway

    tigglegiggles etsy shop

    Is it really March already? Wow....we've got spring flowers coming up and very cold nights, no snow but it was forecasted!

    I have amassed quite a collection of fabric since I joined the Designer Fabric Stash Swappy Poo Group on flickr.  Along with some great friends of course.  I have learned so much about the fabric designers and their recent collections along with great tips on where to buy fabric on sale. 

    I've been playing with my fabric stash and deciding what fabrics I'll keep along with the amounts.  Some fabrics I have too much of and others I got a great deal on and am going to start selling fat quarter combos of five fat quarters with designer and coordinating fabrics in my etsy shop.  It's fun to put fabrics from different collections and designers together.

    The fat quarter combos will be randomly selected from my stash and almost always different. 

    Leave a comment on this post telling me only 1 of your favorite colors and I'll pick 2 winners to get an awesome fat quarter combo on March 15th!
     

     

     

     

     

    Posted on DateWednesday, March 10, 2010 at 4:41PM Comment22 Comments in , Print ArticlePrint Article
    Wednesday
    24Feb2010

    Spoonflower Fabric

    My Spoonflower Fabric

     

     

    So I'm addicted to spoonflower!  I'm not any sort of designer or consider myself an artist in any form whatsoever ..... but heck I can do this!  I downloaded a free version of paint and got to it. 

     

    What got me started was thinking about fun graphic fabrics for the kids' playroom.  I have a lot of colors to combine and also wanted to personalize it.  This fabric has their names in it....

     

    And then I wanted something a little bolder....so I created the multi stripe and graphic squares. 

     

    I'm ordering 8 x 8 inch swatches and if I don't hate the fabric then let the creative juices flow...

    this could be fun!  I'll keep you updated.

    Posted on DateWednesday, February 24, 2010 at 4:32PM CommentPost a Comment in , Print ArticlePrint Article
    Tuesday
    23Feb2010

    Raw Edge Shot Cotton Scarf Tutorial

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    So you could buy the $225 scarf at Nordstroms....the cheaper version at Target.....or make your own using Kaffe Fasset's shot cottons!  My local quilt store has so many of the Kaffe Fasste shot cotton bolts stacked together that the scarf combinations are endless and inspiring.  Fall colors, spring colors, orange and purple togher ~ that's the next one I want to make! 

    For the cost of 1/2 yard (or less if on sale) you can make a stylish and comfy scarf perfect for any season or for gifts ....     

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    What you need:

    Two (2) straight 1/4 yard cuts of fabric

    Thread in a neutral or coordinating color

    Scissors for trimming threads and fabric if necessary

     

    Instructions:

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    1.  Overlap the two fabrics by approximately 1 inch on each side and pin in the center. 

    2. Sew 1/2 inch on both sides of pin line.

    3. Wash, line dry, lightly iron to acheive desired look and enjoy! 

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    Here is my scarf all finished!  Washed, dried, lightly ironed and crinkly.  If you want your edges to fray more then just pull on the threads and trim.  Here's an instruction sheet for you to download:

    RAW EDGE SHOT COTTON SCARF TUTORIAL

     

    Raw Edge Shot Cotton Scarf

    Posted on DateTuesday, February 23, 2010 at 3:23PM Comment1 Comment in Print ArticlePrint Article
    Tuesday
    23Feb2010

    Quilted Things and Apron 2010 Strings Quilt Show

     

    If you are within driving distance of Centralia, Washington and want to see a fabulous quilt show....then this is not to be missed!  These ladies make fabulous quilts ~ mostly hand quilted!  I am always in awe of the talent in this quilt show and I can only hope to be as good one day!  Mary Ann Wilson is the fabulous quilter who taught my girlfriends and I to make our quilt block.  It was a churn dash made with templates, hand pieced and hand quilted.  I really am more accurate at hand piecing than I am on the machine.....but alas, there is always the time issue!

    I'll be going to the show on Friday evening and will take some pictures to share.  Oh and I will also be getting some tasty treats in the tea room!   

     

    Posted on DateTuesday, February 23, 2010 at 10:07AM CommentPost a Comment in Print ArticlePrint Article
    Tuesday
    23Feb2010

    So Devine!

    So Devine!

    Fabric and Paint that is!  I love Devine Paint Colors....they are fabulous and I the color philosphy is very inspiring.  Plus the colors are formulated for the Norhwest .... which can be very gloomy and rainy most of the year.  We just got a Miller Paint in town that carries Devine Paint so I'm going to go a bit crazy.

    Especially when a full color palette coordinates so well with Momo Wonderland fabric!  I'm going to use the fabric in my sewing room and I could pick any color on this paint card and it will look awesome.  I'm leaning towards the Pistachio Lime because green makes me happy.  Although the Passion Fashion Purple is calling my name!

    My all time favorite color is yellow but it is hard to translate into paint so I'll be checking out the Devine yellows also.  What's your favorite color?

    Posted on DateTuesday, February 23, 2010 at 9:41AM Comment1 Comment in , , Print ArticlePrint Article
    Thursday
    18Feb2010

    February's Winner and My Honey Bee

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    THE BAD.....

    This is my Honey Bee Block for the 3 x 6 Bee.  I wanted something simple cause that's what

    the colors my gals picked said to me.  This is my practice block . . . . and then I made about six more practice blocks.  At least I don't hold myself out to be a professional!

    I wanted so badly to make my six blocks....only six ~ it should be easy.  Unless you have a head cold and you can't add properly.  I only added in one border instead of two and came out with a 15 inch block.  Then I got smart and made the borders big to "trim the block down" and that only works if you use your 12.5 inch ruler properly otherwise it is somehow possible to trim it too small.....say 12.25 inches.  I could go on.  So I finally got smart and stopped.

    I will make my six blocks this weekend.  I can't be the last person to finish her blocks since the whole idea of the group was mine...that would be bad!


    THE GOOD.....

    The random winner for February is Jenny (krousegirl).  You will love this book Jenny, it really is a goodie!

    Posted on DateThursday, February 18, 2010 at 2:35PM Comment2 Comments in , Print ArticlePrint Article
    Wednesday
    10Feb2010

    February's Giveaway

    This book is fabulous!  Debbie Mumm has been in the quilt world for over 20 years and she wrote this book on her 20th anniversary as a look forward to the next 20 years in quilting.

    It is a very inspiring book and is full of quilt patterns as well cute home decorating ideas.  I've already been inspired to make one project of hers for my Doll Quilt Swap.....

    Doll Quilt Swap Top Finished

     

    So I need information this month.....

    WHAT THREAD DO YOU USE?

    I am having terrible thread issues and want to know what you are using!

    I'll randomly pick a winner on February 16th.

    Posted on DateWednesday, February 10, 2010 at 10:34AM Comment13 Comments in , Print ArticlePrint Article
    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 Comment2 Comments 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
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