a content life

Exhibiting a little creativity

As promised, I have a couple little projects to show you.

I've been working on some hot pads and trivits lately. I'm enjoying experimenting with piecing and quilting techniques.

I just love circular quilting! I found that it's much harder than it looks. I think with so many things, practice is the key.

I love the back of this one. It matches my vintage pyrex quite nicely don't you think?

I'm calling this one a trivit because it's approximatley 13"x10". I normally square up my hot pads but I left the wonky shape on this just for fun.

This one was quite a challenge for me. I didn't want to quilt over all of it, so there are many starts and stops. I loved the effect but didn't enjoy the process of tying off all the threads.

So there it is! I won't tell you how long these two took me to complete, but it really doesn't matter because I so enjoy the process!

Happy Monday!

Echo is ready for you!

I had planned to show you a little project today but instead I have something much better!

Echo is now available for purchase at Marmalade Fabrics!

The fabric is scheduled for delivery on Monday or Tuesday so I thought you might like to get a jump start on your purchase. I have made a note that orders will not ship until Wednesday or Thursday of next week, but with a little luck you'll have your fabric for the weekend.

I've listed FAT, 1/2 Yard and Yard bundles for those of who have to have them all. I can't imagine choosing from this set. They're all F-A-B-U-L-O-U-S!

Take a look in the shop for size references as Windham sent me images with measurements included. That is so helpful to see.

I'll save my little project for next week and I'll have some lovely photos of Echo to show as well.

Happy dreaming girls, this collection will inspire them!

 

Quick update on Yoshiko Jinzenji fabric

My initial stock of Yoshiko Jinzenji fabric sold out in record time. I have just a few yards left but there's good news. More prints are arriving in a few short weeks including new patterns and colors. I'll let you know as soon as they arrive.

Additional Juicy Blossoms by Simon+Kabuki have arrived.


 

If you love poka-dots, then these are for you!

Several new prints from Lizzy House's Outfoxed have arrived.


Who doesn't like Pearl Bracelets? These new colors are rich and bright!

Watch for Echo by Lotta Jansdotter to arrive next week! REALLY!

I'm hoping to have a little project to show tomorrow so stay tuned.

Lark has arrived!

The entire Lark collection by Amy Butler is now in stock at Marmalade Fabrics! They're so lovely! Come by and check them out.

Lovely Lark arriving this week!

Amy Butler's new collection, Lark is arriving at Marmalade Fabrics later in the week. Oh yes, it's bright, bold and beautiful!

I'm going to busy as a bee putting together custom batches as well as 1/2 yard and fat quarter bundles. Just imagine, by this time next week you could be opening up a package of Lark with your name on it!

Speaking of being busy . . . you guys have been keeping me hopping cutting and shipping the Yoshiko Jinzenji fabric. I'm nearly sold out, so contact me asap if you haven't gotten yours!

Okay, I'm off to the races (aka working at Marmalade). Here's wishing a wonderful day for you!

Yummy Heath

Guess what came in this week! More Heath - pink, tomato and chartreuse - and everyone's favorite - grey! Lots of grey!

This week, I've been busy marking down fabric to make room for the new lines on their way - like Amy Butler's Lark Collection.

If you would like to build up a nice stash for winter, check out the Specials at Marmalade Fabrics. You'll find discounts up to 40% on selected prints from collections such as Impressions, Theory, Bryant Park and 1001 Peeps. Supplies are limited so don't delay.

The best part - sale items count in the Marmalade Reward Program. It's simple. Earn $10 free fabric for every $100 you spend in twelve month's time. It's like getting an additional 10% off every order. Log in each time you order and the system will track your purchases for you.

Hope you find a little something to top off your stash!

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