January 29, 2014

Hello from the Sewing Room



Hello! Here's where I've been spending lots of time while it looks like this outside...

This is what the Polar Vortex looks like. Lots of snow and really cold. But that's fine with me. I just surround myself with lots of color.

The start of something cute...a pillow? A table topper? Not sure yet.

I've been having a blast with Lori Holt's Quilty Fun Sew Along aka as the school of quilting. I kid you not, my quilting has improved by leaps and bounds since I started quilting along.

Pincushions. Something new for my shop.

And a mug rug that's a gift for someone special. The cute Susan Branch print in the center was a gift from super sweet Amy.


Mini Swoon blocks. 8" squares of total cuteness!! My first block honestly took me three hours, but I am picking up speed.These have been my "go to" in between sewing orders and working on my Quilty Fun sampler.

Take THAT Polar Vortex!


22 comments:

  1. Oh my all your colours are making me HAPPY and that eye candy was much needed after a day like today, so THANK YOU!!!

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  2. Good for you! Taking back your day by not letting sucky weather get in the way. It's pretty much the same here (snowy and freezing). I can't wait to get my book (Quilty Fun) in the mail so I can start on some projects too. Happy sewing, and love love love those colors.
    xoMP ;)

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  3. Must check out that book! Love all your projects, even the snow.

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  4. I am dying to see that book too! Always fun to visit here!!
    xo Kris

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  5. Gorgeous sewing. Your work always looks so cheerful.

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  6. Nothing like being around a bunch of bright pretty fabrics to pick up the spirits. Thanks for brightening my morning!

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  7. I love how you make those pin cushions and the mug rug is so pretty.

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  8. Yeah, Polar Vortex! Who cares if it's cold and dark in January when you have these gorgeous fabrics to play with?! I ordered some Pam Kitty Picnic yesterday to start work on Lori's Quilty Fun, can't wait! Love your quilt blocks, so exciting!!! Sew On!
    Mary

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  9. Your work is as cheery as the sunshine in winter Debbie ♥ Everything just glows!

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  10. Oh thank you for saying your mini swoon took 3 hours! I feel much better about myself now since mine took about that long. This polar vortex thing makes me giggle, I live in an area where it always snows in winter - a lot! Stay warm!

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  11. Soo much prettiness! You sure are showing that polar vortex just who's in charge :-)
    Stay warm & safe,
    xx

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  12. I love your fabric buttons! Do you make them yourself? If so, is there a machine you use?

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  13. Being inside and sewing is the best place when the weather is so cold outside. Your little makes are adorable!!

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  14. Beautiful and sweet makes! Stay cozy! xo Heather

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  15. Gorgeous colourful makes, Debbie! The perfect way to spend time during snowy days! Loved the pictures of your pretty fabrics and patchwork and all that snow!!
    Keep cosy!
    Helen xx

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  16. How nice to peek into your sewing world and see color and happiness and ...oh, boy!...that Susan Branch illustration made into something gorgeous!!! I put it on my Pinterest board for mug rugs. I love each and every thing in this post! I'll come back to see it someday when I need a lift!

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  17. Hi Debbie my it looks cold out there but your work is certainly bringing the summer in with a bang, absolutely gorgeous and stunning to look at. A lovely post Debbie, thank you
    Lots of love
    Dorothy
    :-)xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  18. Hang in there in the cold... I heard someone whisper about spring is coming!!! :0) and that's all I hear!! No one can convince me something else...lol... Great finishes ( as I was suppose to write on your last post ...but came out finished....well well:0) and I love your mini swoon...haven't tackled the big ones yet...three hours you said...but I guess the minis are trickier!!! :0))

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  19. I was a recipient of one of your darling buntings. I love it. You are such a talented lady.
    Blessings to you.

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  20. Just started following your blog! As a colorphobic, your sewing is such inspiration! You do such beautiful work!

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  21. Hey, when I was googling red checked curtains, I came across an old post of yours where you said you wanted to make some. Did you ever do it?

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