Showing posts with label quilting. Show all posts
Showing posts with label quilting. Show all posts

Tuesday, February 28, 2012

What Fabric Should I use?

I have taken up a new hobby.  Quilting,  you will recall. 

I am supposed to learn a new quilt block, actually two, each month.  It is almost March, and I have completed one block.  I am a wee bit behind.  But what does it matter? I’m enjoying the time I do get to quilt.

I’m hoping to quilt tonight during Biggest Loser.

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I day dream about sitting before my sewing machine.  Enjoying 12 Rose Tea with a hint of honey, and pretending to chat with my instructor, Amy Gibson.  I think it is a sign that I am getting older. 

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I finished my Asterick block and now I am going to make the Wonky Pound Sign. 

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So what fabric do you think I should use? 1, 2, or 3?

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Would anyone be interested in joining me?  The class is free.  Even though there is a forum attached to the class, I could host a link-up where you could show off your quilting each month. 

I have to warn you . . . Craftsy will lure you in (in a good way).  The Craftsy  Marketplace has some amazing patterns . . . you can even sell your patterns.  (No commission or fee to list or sell them, unlike my experience with Etsy.)  I doubt I will ever create my own quilt pattern -- as I am a sheep when it comes to craftsy things. 

Ok.  Cast your vote!  Don’t forget to enter the Joseph Joseph Rocker giveaway!  (A garlic press in case you were wondering . . . be craftsy in the kitchen!)

Thursday, February 16, 2012

My Grandma’s Sewing Machine

It isn’t young.  It isn’t fancy.

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But it is my grandma’s.  With this beloved hand-me-down, I am embarking on a new hobby. 

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Quilting.

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I want something that is both beautiful and somewhat frivolous to do.  Mindless.  Methodical with a touch of funky. 

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Feminine. 

I can picture sweet nights of quilting with Naomi . . . crafting a quilt for her brother(s).  A brother that leaves for college, the Navy, ministry, or aviation school, should the Lord tarry.

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It will be a hobby that provides details and has love stitched into it.  Rather than be paid for my work, I have to purchase materials myself.  I have to give of myself to create beauty.

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And the audience shall be small.

I am ok with that.  Thrilled, actually. 

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