What I;m currently working on

...at the shoppe that is.

Here is the pattern that i used for this quilt, but since i didn't have all the fabrics that design called for i modified it.

 all that is left is to finish the binding.

But in the meantime I also working on the following

I just love Strawberry Fields by Fig Trees & Co. for Moda

did you notice the dime in the photo...gives you an idea of how big the blocks are and the quilting that i'm using on the quilt. should be done by the end of the this week...guess that only gives me 1 more day to work on, since i don't work over the weekend.

have a great weekend everyone

and Happy Easter!

Aaahhh...it's GREEN

made this quilt for display at the shoppe...mainly for St. Patty's Day.

but the fabrics that i used would also be great for everyday use, if you like the color green

...AND I DO!!

Let's Welcome Carmen Ellie...

....into the world...she was born March 30. (sorry i don't know any of the stats).

My cousin Michael and his wife, Monica, gave birth to a beautiful baby girl, Carmen Ellie!

Back in February I made a quilt for the baby...i used Hushabye by Tula Pink...it turned out AMAZING!

i just love the pattern that i used for the quilt...it only required half of a jelly roll plus background, etc.

I got the pattern from this book...

and because i don't like gift bags...they only get thrown away anyways...i made an awesome tote bag, from One Yard Wonders...i love this book.

i've made this tote bag some many times that when i made this one i didn't even need the book in front of me...that's right i have the pattern and directions memorized!

so when Carmen gets older she can use the tote to carry around her toys, books, blanket, etc....that's what i love about this bag...it's so versatile!

 and because we got some really soft flannel into the shoppe i made several burp rags for her as well

2 top right = Ruby by Bonnie & Camille for Moda

3 polka dots = Peachy Keen Flannel by Chole's Closet for Moda

So, CONGRATULATIONS Mike and Monica

....Carmen is freakin adorable!

Remaining 4 Calendar Blocks...

...as promised!

 

Now that all the blocks are done, I'm wishing I would have done something different. I had a customer come in a few weeks ago, when the last four blocks weren't quite finished and he asked me if i was going to make a quilt out of them. 

Dang It, i thought....that is a really great idea, but sadly NO! And i explained to him what i was doing with the blocks and showed him the others that were already hanging up. 

Maybe if i get the free time and motivation I'll make the blocks again and turn it into a quilt!

More Stuff for the Shop

so i got the tea towel finished just like i said i would

ok it's a little late, but i promise it's been done for about a month or so now.

also got 4 more the months done on the Count On It project

the remaining 4 to come at a later date....i promise

Some Sewing....

Haven't been able to work on any sewing for myself,
but I've been really busy at the shop!!

For those who don't know, I now work at The Quilt Shoppe in Bryan, OH...it's ok to be jealous, because if it were you working there I would be completely jealous =)

I've been working on several projects:

Count On It: Art To Heart

 

So far I have January thru April done

 

And cute place mats from the this...

Made 2 of these

Made 2 of these also

Also making a tea towel to match...photos to come later, I promise!

Have a great weekend everyone!!

I'M BACK!!!

HELLO EVERYONE!

After a much needed break I'm starting to get back into the swing of things again. My oldest son, Alex, started kindergarten and he has the same teacher that I had when i was in kindergarten. And my younger son, Jon, keeps me on my toes...always on the go and never slows down....starting to miss nap time :(

I've also moved, but only 30 minutes away...I'm closer to my family and friends...couldn't ask for a better bunch of people.

Oh, i almost forgot to tell you the must exciting part....

I got a new job, the BEST job ever....I'm working at a local quilt shop....EEEKK!! I love getting up in the morning to go to work, because I know I will be surrounded by fabric and I get to sew. Only been there for about a month and already have 2 quilts done for the shop and currently working on an applique project. Wish i would have remembered to take pictures, but I promise to post them soon.

Yeppers, I life is great right now!!

Everyone have a great weekend and I will see you next year!!!

Claire