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Final Finish - Here is my final pre-Christmas project finished and ready for collection. A couple of tote bags made to the design I've gradually developed, based on various tutorials and pattern instructions. Looking Back - So, the end of 2015 is well and truly in...
This weeks finish is a large cot quilt. The fabrics were chosen by a friend who searched for fabrics that were suitable for a baby girl - but didn't feature the colour pink - whilst referencing the family's love of the seaside and sailing. Moda's 'Daysail' fitted...
Tablerunners and the benefit of creativity in the run up to Christmas
Thank you to everyone who added suggestions to the 'what are quilts for?' list. I spent a bit of time making a display board using a sheet of foam card, polyester wadding and a couple of fabrics from the 'accidental additions' section of my stash! Here is the board...
Wondering how to let UK customers know that there’s more to a quilt than a bed cover
The craziest thing happened last week: I ordered a patchwork and quilting book from Amazon; it duly arrived; and I didn't look past the book's cover for three whole days! Distraction levels must be turned up very high indeed to prevent me making a cup of coffee and...
How deadlines impact on the creative process and our motivation
A couple of fabric baskets made amidst the muddle of building work!
Back home after a week away in the depths of the peaceful Cotswolds. A lovely holiday made extra special as we three (myself, hubby and #2 son) shared a self-catering cottage with daughter, her husband and our #1 son. So our family was reunited, these times are...
Last Saturday I took my patchwork and quilted wares to the 'Summer Picnic' organised by local charity, The Pink Place. I haven't hired a craft stall since November so it took a bit of sorting and rummaging to gather things together. I have a list in the ice cream tub...
