More Tea and Christmas In July

 How about a little more tea?

 

My oldest was ready to accomplish

Block #2. 

She said that this one was

much easier than the first.

 

 

You can see both of my kiddos

blocks Here.

(Although,  my other child now

says, " I really like smaller projects. 

This one has a lot of sewing."  We'll see

if it ends up a quilt or a pillow.)

 

I really love the colors that she

has chosen for her quilt.

So cute and young.

 

 

 Here is Block #1 and #2.

 

 

I decided to join in the

Tea Pot fun and created

this one. 

 

 

I have been in love with Moda's Ambleside

fabric line for awhile now. 

I was just searching for the perfect project.

I need to do a little catch-up and

finish my first block.

 

I have also been working on

a Christmas in July project,

but can only show you a little peek.

 

 

 

 

I will be showing it off at Therm-O-Web

on July 30.  There is a whole

week of adorable Christmas in July

 projects lined up. 

 

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My Quilting Kiddos

 

Before the end of the school year,

my kids voiced that they wanted to learn

to quilt.  How could I say no?

 

I would be teaching them a skill

that they could use for

the rest of their lives.

(Even if it is to hem a pair of pants.)

 

We first had to pick the pattern,
and this little cutie fit the part.

 

 

It is called Garden Tea Party

by The Quilt Company. 

You can find the pattern HERE.

 

It is a great pattern with a mix

of piecing, applique, and a little embroidery.

Of course one of my children, wants to add all kinds

of extras to the pattern to give it flair. 

To their dismay, I said,

"You can try that on the next quilt."

I just want them to get down all the

basics before adding the "FLAIR".

 

So here are the results of their very

first finished quilt blocks.

 

This one is a mix of Moda's Lucy's Crab Shack

and Noteworthy.

Such a cute fun and flirty mix of fabrics.

 

 



The second is all American.

It is an older Moda line, that

I had uncovered in my stash.

I believe it is American Banner Rose.  

We used Heat n' Bond Lite, so for
the applique they will be able to
 sew it with ease.

 

I wanted them to pick fabrics that

they would love 10 years from now.

 

I am assisting them

in their color choices and cutting.

The rest has been my kiddos.

 

 



 

I just might have a quilter or two

in the family.  (Wouldn't that be fun?)

Now, I need to find the time to make
myself one of these cuties.

 

 



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Nancy Drew Blog Hop and Giveaway!

 I can remember as a pre-teen going to the local book store and sitting on the floor.  Looking through all the great mysteries by Carolyn Keene.  Hoping by chance that I would get to pick out and take home one of those great stories.  What great adventures they held!!  Yes, I have a soft spot for Nancy Drew.  They were filled with mystery, a great heroine, and they began my love of reading!

 Well, when they announced the hop, I was disappointed because it was right after the holidays and I knew that there was no way that I would be able to join.  Well, thanks to a small fabric delay, it worked in my favor.  I was glad to join in have and fun with an ionic figure from my childhood and one of current favorite things (Ohhhhhh, Moda Fabric!!!)

But before we get to my finished project, I had to show you a great sleuth mystery quilting tool.
 I had seen that there were these erasable gel pens that with a short trip with an iron would disappear like magic.  Like a secret decoder pencil, I was skeptical that anything could work that well.  I had to try it out on this project.  And.....

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Tweet Dreams

The challenge for this week was Wish Upon a Star.  Anything with a star, just as long as you use your imagination.  I wanted to try out some new thread.  Glow in the Dark thread by Coats and Clark to be exact.  I had picked up the thread for another project, but I thought how cute it would be to have something quilted that the kids would enjoy when the lights go out.  So Tweet Dreams was born....  I drew out the birds and leaves.  The rest is all a bunch of scrap pieces from my stash.

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Hugs and Kisses XOXOXOXO Hop

I can honestly say I love holidays.  It is such a great pleasure to be able to spend time with the ones that you love and shower them with hugs, kisses, and of course love.  So, when the Hugs and Kisses Blog Hop was available, I hopped on over and signed up for it. 

I have a confession before I show off my creation.  I was a bad girl  and a very special couple didn't get a Christmas present from us this last year.  I gave them an IOU of sorts.  (Yes, I know I am terrible, but you know the old saying better late than never. Right?)  I just wasn't quite sure what to give them.  Then an idea struck me, what do people who are grandparents love more than anything.  Any guesses? .................... Pin It Now!

Lion Cookie Cake

My sister is always claiming that she has not an ounce of talent.  I have heard this for years.   Well, I no longer believe the untalented claim at all.  Look at this giant cookie she made for her kiddo's birthday.  

Isn't it adorable?

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Lego Head Shirts

You can find many cute appliqued t-shirts on Pinterest.  I had found a couple of them that had Disney's  Mickey ears on them.  Jenna at Two oh Two seven, had a couple of great ones that I had found.  I thought you could do it with some other characters. 

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Ready-To-Roll Bike Pouch Tutorial

So to all my fabulous Crazy followers and Crazy newbies, I have been keeping a secret.  I sent in an idea for Sew Mama Sew for their June Summer Ready, Set, Sew! series and guess what they picked ME!!   I know I am a bit excited.  They have some great summer tutorials at their sight, so go check them out.  So with no further ado, you can check out my first guest tutorial HERE and see what you think.  I would love your input.

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Kiddo Messenger Bag

Every time a birthday rolls around, I try really hard to make something handmade for their "Big" day.  There is so much stuff out there that kids want.  I usually get them a book and a handmade goodie of some sort.   I had made my other niece an owl bag and I had every intention of making a few more and getting them completed way before birthday time. (Always wishful thinking) I cut this one out the same time I had cut out the other.  It set in a box for a couple months, but I finished it all up this weekend.

I used owl canvas for the exterior.  I quilted it in wavy lines and it  has Velcro closure to keep all her essentials in. (Books, dolls, cars, maybe some lip gloss she sniped from mommy, etc.)

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Flower Power Pillow

If you have any girls, big or small in your life, have I got the pillow for you.  It is made from (of course) Lily's Sugar and Cream yarn.  I found the pillow picture from Attic 24 on Pinterest and fell in love.  It was the perfect pillow for all the gals in my life.  It took a bit to find the original pattern and here it is:  Pretty Petals Potholder. To make the pillow, you just keep adding 15 stitches per row instead of stopping at the original potholder size.  Since the pattern called for a much smaller yarn and a different size hook, I had to change a few things.    I used a G hook and 10 different colored skeins of yarn.  I did end up with a little left over.   If you need any help with the pattern, don't be afraid to ask.  I will try and help you out.

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Newborn Elf Hat

As I posted a few days ago, a photographer family friend wanted me to crochet her a few hats.  She had sent me this link to Neanners Shop.  In there, she had the cutest elf style hat and it had a pattern.  It is not very often that you find the exact project that you want and it has a FREE pattern.  Here is the link to get you there so you can make one for your newborn also: Crochet munchkins Hat Pattern.  Of course the tail is super long and should only be worn under strict supervision.
(Since the posting of this: the pattern is now UNAVAILABLE)

The directions were relatively easy.  I think I might have to try making a larger size for my munchkins.

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Baby Bear Hat

In the course of the weekend, I think I got a lot finished.  Laundry done, dishes done, yard mowed, kids happy.  What else could you ask for?   In my spare time, which ranges between 9:00 p.m. and Midnight, I have to have something quiet to work on but something to keep me busy.   A photographer friend of mine asked me if I could whip her up a few hats and props for her newborn clients.  And this is just one that I completed...

I used a Lion Brand yarn in Black and then used some leftover pink eyelash yarn and pink yarn to do the ears.   I didn't use a pattern for this.  It is just something that I worked up and hoped for the best.

The yarn is soooo soft.  I just love it.  If I didn't look absolutely crazy, I would make one for myself.  I hope that she sends some pics my way on the little cuties she photographs.  I hope that she like it.

You can find this and other projects on....

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