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CLEARLY the SIMPLEST, most FUN patterns PRINTED on interfacing!
#sewing #quilting #quilt #diyMattie Rhoadeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08745327203994703807noreply@blogger.comBlogger186125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-44030455032597849862024-03-22T12:44:00.000-07:002024-03-22T13:13:43.700-07:00Step into Spring with Quiltsmart Inspired Jeans!<p></p><p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe0r9Ld9Nj-Bp-N1qMF6TA41-TblE4ow29ysswH7XyFKN5WWkJDafEe_dayN8gpIEq-FMvr0Plui7RBfC4fvOC75QZrtiLvIpoyKPp6YPh6Si4Y9q_y3cVoHP15fyIjZWzKGI4sLVBwfcZ-OX1jhyyu5cL7nUElAmZmTHoKpdq1ilI9DzLgSa9o35efy8O/s2983/IMG_7803.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2919" data-original-width="2983" height="624" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe0r9Ld9Nj-Bp-N1qMF6TA41-TblE4ow29ysswH7XyFKN5WWkJDafEe_dayN8gpIEq-FMvr0Plui7RBfC4fvOC75QZrtiLvIpoyKPp6YPh6Si4Y9q_y3cVoHP15fyIjZWzKGI4sLVBwfcZ-OX1jhyyu5cL7nUElAmZmTHoKpdq1ilI9DzLgSa9o35efy8O/w640-h624/IMG_7803.jpg" width="640" /></a> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>I was poking around in Pinterest and was inspired by the hundreds of jeans that were embellished with quilted blocks. I happened to have a few of those!!!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyOgL5-2-mS0nbetSGurTpd4xCtjomvCZRFg_gOZLrqxDLE1r7gMbtEaeCLLgf-xxCRs-8nyUcpAjWiNCGovJ1IxmeCoRxJDqEzpHXs1F4oBj99FppKimpst-avzoqO8p1MEFN-hh9IfNTnC4cGkN9GrNyGyiYtP8UOwVOJ-VFZywFH2cLXz_Cnj1C0wY8/s297/1IMG_2477.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="297" data-original-width="297" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyOgL5-2-mS0nbetSGurTpd4xCtjomvCZRFg_gOZLrqxDLE1r7gMbtEaeCLLgf-xxCRs-8nyUcpAjWiNCGovJ1IxmeCoRxJDqEzpHXs1F4oBj99FppKimpst-avzoqO8p1MEFN-hh9IfNTnC4cGkN9GrNyGyiYtP8UOwVOJ-VFZywFH2cLXz_Cnj1C0wY8/w200-h200/1IMG_2477.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><p>So, I decided to fancy-up my jeans! The knee of my favorite pair got ink on them, so they were perfect for this project!</p><p><br />It is very EASY, but here are some tips!</p><p>After the TIPS, is a tutorial for using typical shapes, like hearts & flowers.</p><p>For Dresden Plate and Double Wedding Ring, watch the videos at quiltsmart.com. Both of those patterns - and MORE! - are available in Packs, Instructions Only, and interfacing by the panel.<br /></p><p> <br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs-iAEHB7Gfm2Ekdtk2yOhkrNfs_6BjOJPbujIgV8-MFlVrQjQ9wa2xaRsm0IppFlbIQRPV5Zn52zALkhxZPh3mpkpPqxSfjchKXHtAme_C4b_0LOtkohr_tsu2e4lm8r1CzBBV-8x_ImJlyVnKmR9S9N49jlca_Qggtvl4pUaKAACYbNIRk_qZ9vh8b_0/s3088/IMG_7788.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2281" height="377" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs-iAEHB7Gfm2Ekdtk2yOhkrNfs_6BjOJPbujIgV8-MFlVrQjQ9wa2xaRsm0IppFlbIQRPV5Zn52zALkhxZPh3mpkpPqxSfjchKXHtAme_C4b_0LOtkohr_tsu2e4lm8r1CzBBV-8x_ImJlyVnKmR9S9N49jlca_Qggtvl4pUaKAACYbNIRk_qZ9vh8b_0/w279-h377/IMG_7788.jpg" width="279" /> <br /></a></p><p><b style="color: #3d85c6;"><span style="font-size: large;">TIPS for Quiltsmart Inspired Jeans!</span></b></p><p>GATHER & PLAY: Gather up your jeans (old or not) and place your shapes on them...move them around until you are happy. Take pics of different layouts. The pics are great to tell if you like one layout or another. Think outside the box! Maybe you want a shape inside the pocket, just for you to generate a little smile! Julie cuffed her jeans so the shape shows on the cuff. I put one at the bottom of the pant leg so when cuffed it peaks out from the cuff. Consider adding beads and embroidery! And, buttons. Oh, so much fun!<br /></p><p>PIN & TRY O<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0nI6H1AD8hVH15BsrIVp8gVUDqFWj0qQpS1yMVWxP2vk_NvucgjWAqlIEkLDJI8EBPuXMXQU_Ds6vq19LsJ6WJVW57b6Rsx8755PQOYV3nup4xoWp4PykhgvVIkL7UsECkFzCOX1sG72FxG0kLJnG-T36gnYwTgQ8zDfguojQDaUwovQaFnEd4_5XiMTc/s3457/IMG_7811.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3457" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0nI6H1AD8hVH15BsrIVp8gVUDqFWj0qQpS1yMVWxP2vk_NvucgjWAqlIEkLDJI8EBPuXMXQU_Ds6vq19LsJ6WJVW57b6Rsx8755PQOYV3nup4xoWp4PykhgvVIkL7UsECkFzCOX1sG72FxG0kLJnG-T36gnYwTgQ8zDfguojQDaUwovQaFnEd4_5XiMTc/s320/IMG_7811.jpg" width="280" /></a>N: Amazing what you learn here! I moved the double wedding ring piece on the back pocket so it wasn't pointing to my bottom. In the picture, the jeans are folded over so you can see the back pocket with the double wedding ring arc.</p><p>CUT BLOCKS: I didn't want the whole Dresden Plate as I am short and it
covered the whole leg from knee down. So, I cut it in half. I
know, a little "ouch" there - but I was going for the greater good as it
has sat in my "to do" box far too long. I would suggest to pin & try on before you cut the blocks. Or, maybe you are sure that you want to cut a block in half or quarters and use it in a variety of places on the jeans. The other half of the Dresden Plate is on my design wall, waiting for another inspiration.<br /></p><p>OPEN SEAMS & REMOVE POCKETS: Seams on jeans can be double-stitched. Those are a little tough to open up, but can be done. Watch a good movie. I try to work with the seam that is not double-stitched (usually there is one) as in the Dresden Plate above. I partially removed some stitches on the pocket to accommodate the double wedding ring arc - I did not remove the whole pocket. If you have a tight spot for machine sewing, you could hand-sew making sure that you do a nice short stitch so it will hold up while wearing and washing.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggiwQhdX5OLni-BCharOUskAuzYl2p-sEdpLnqiLABBaBksWfvBdziJZJVL7VKzg7zz55CSbq1zfdOOAwUqguzZ6p-OLInx-77LbxstC-Mp6yk51nxklnqagguIqkrEDWyQnJps8vsrYGXooAr5yY13evJP7LiJ7g9uTuxUF2JslXgdmfrgBb3uhu1ma4h/s3229/IMG_7801.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3229" data-original-width="2928" height="305" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggiwQhdX5OLni-BCharOUskAuzYl2p-sEdpLnqiLABBaBksWfvBdziJZJVL7VKzg7zz55CSbq1zfdOOAwUqguzZ6p-OLInx-77LbxstC-Mp6yk51nxklnqagguIqkrEDWyQnJps8vsrYGXooAr5yY13evJP7LiJ7g9uTuxUF2JslXgdmfrgBb3uhu1ma4h/w276-h305/IMG_7801.jpg" width="276" /></a></p><p>APPLIQUE (french word for "to apply"): Zigzag the shapes on the jeans. Or, use a decorative stitch as in the heart above.<br /></p><p>RESTITCH: Restitch the jean seams, using jean thread for any top-stitching. Jean thread is the color of the gold/yellowish thread that is common in jeans. It is a subtle finishing technique, but nice.</p><p>WEAR & STEP OUT! <br /></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs-iAEHB7Gfm2Ekdtk2yOhkrNfs_6BjOJPbujIgV8-MFlVrQjQ9wa2xaRsm0IppFlbIQRPV5Zn52zALkhxZPh3mpkpPqxSfjchKXHtAme_C4b_0LOtkohr_tsu2e4lm8r1CzBBV-8x_ImJlyVnKmR9S9N49jlca_Qggtvl4pUaKAACYbNIRk_qZ9vh8b_0/s3088/IMG_7788.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNng4T4YcoNImk_rXxj96BLlHsS9qBIPDrGes4QT3WGKpZfEjSoGAECJrdNv9rAr9VsiClGHxLqOUgZe2CIoVBGv-EgvPH6YuMLTgdtEgkQnSDgocOJPaWIQoNRtuSZJbFQqI4RI0-mjGbTYuRsEYG08Wz_18lbe587K_w4dwW7EYms00Mmo4w03hzPbm5/s1547/IMG-6124.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1289" data-original-width="1547" height="267" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNng4T4YcoNImk_rXxj96BLlHsS9qBIPDrGes4QT3WGKpZfEjSoGAECJrdNv9rAr9VsiClGHxLqOUgZe2CIoVBGv-EgvPH6YuMLTgdtEgkQnSDgocOJPaWIQoNRtuSZJbFQqI4RI0-mjGbTYuRsEYG08Wz_18lbe587K_w4dwW7EYms00Mmo4w03hzPbm5/w320-h267/IMG-6124.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>In general (more info and videos at <a href="http://quiltsmart.com">quiltsmart.com</a>), to make the appliques: <br /></p><p>Cut out the shapes. Leave a
generous amount outside of the shape as it will be trimmed later. <br /></p><p>Slit the center. </p><p>Place the interfacing rough side to right side of fabric. </p><p>Stitch on the SOLID line.</p><p> </p><p> <br /></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBsdi2hdnPAAGXBD1CsZBwqBH-4IKpnA36w9bEpV3WPd1hZYsY4AITOcNlXofynvaWqX0RtjrCGANuVhU5wEZoWjM_bmbKwCBZClLE3q1HVoqe1zh0fjU1oTc-YBJc35sQKv4wMwElOptrnqDpp4gYs7Sud86_FwW8fBVQnoVOKOko7ybpHFmXISbO5Uh6/s3427/IMG-6125.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2364" data-original-width="3427" height="221" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBsdi2hdnPAAGXBD1CsZBwqBH-4IKpnA36w9bEpV3WPd1hZYsY4AITOcNlXofynvaWqX0RtjrCGANuVhU5wEZoWjM_bmbKwCBZClLE3q1HVoqe1zh0fjU1oTc-YBJc35sQKv4wMwElOptrnqDpp4gYs7Sud86_FwW8fBVQnoVOKOko7ybpHFmXISbO5Uh6/w320-h221/IMG-6125.jpg" width="320" /></a>Trim on the DASHED line.</p><p> <br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfkP03jRm9kUYDC5S9dqL30be3-DvPHsRHcWQEek-tt2YgTengeBObjDJg0RAZD-QIFCsPdPmwgVa4UpkwBbrRNbHTL5HJxvdfRgG3raS1nQcSdMhZk1GT832S0UPikaNudhXlPoTPq9rn1TdZzjyrZExFdHwsZOznChvMKZYFKmMBdIQoxF9IAVl2PV4N/s2937/IMG-6126(1).jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2836" data-original-width="2937" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfkP03jRm9kUYDC5S9dqL30be3-DvPHsRHcWQEek-tt2YgTengeBObjDJg0RAZD-QIFCsPdPmwgVa4UpkwBbrRNbHTL5HJxvdfRgG3raS1nQcSdMhZk1GT832S0UPikaNudhXlPoTPq9rn1TdZzjyrZExFdHwsZOznChvMKZYFKmMBdIQoxF9IAVl2PV4N/w320-h309/IMG-6126(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p> </p><p>Turn, using a pointer-creaser to gently push out any points and to round curves.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhums7M1VVGxlmSyvhiWZY0idXvz33lB-GKXTDGxfF8SbuiWttwJCcIIjYGmY6czh5i7ieZYSXyenW_DTZOstqGwNzipXwl_HgvoW-lOLJjx8Ovx8Ev98B4WifDGS7iW66d72mRzIqIt2eTy0QTptZ5-bmzSCQluO2UwVCVhaJ0hgldOqHRt8zrRDH1ofwb/s2725/IMG-6129.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwFcT90Yrgf9_XK7Bmix0B42wdoxAtItTsITIVdS0stpO5Vu2Hpvogmkw_cts5xxibmfm9MaiKYKj7mohiXP_XAuYzjqXDFcBvs3dBlatX5CbnmIZPyq8MS7JixF8UM1WGeJfYbYtZNUw6as02nMtsBAMgsVl-Q9-ilzYy5LP7aghMxusEr-f_NdA_ZmWk/s640/IMG_2086.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwFcT90Yrgf9_XK7Bmix0B42wdoxAtItTsITIVdS0stpO5Vu2Hpvogmkw_cts5xxibmfm9MaiKYKj7mohiXP_XAuYzjqXDFcBvs3dBlatX5CbnmIZPyq8MS7JixF8UM1WGeJfYbYtZNUw6as02nMtsBAMgsVl-Q9-ilzYy5LP7aghMxusEr-f_NdA_ZmWk/w320-h320/IMG_2086.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p><br /></p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDQFESF6pqdcsijDy3HeD1kWNJCzIuAL-HTq-z_A8_C6WclDUxOFGM91YkF4eA02PAF8HeTy_ilwg0fxUhnKC5fBL4CuyRKLK2ibJRHNcNzXUgkDDkFeaXQGrn2H3B4efIyBNxy9DpUHw/s1600/IMG_2476.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCyGNyeID0APRzpfRz9PXtx0ozX3QSv5baLflnHJJYsaKzYMS4ck8pS_UKDWcDehnHZ68ABT3jd2Kee0JKJAyv14F9RSoA2OkcWx1gr3HRLuWGDqotNx6MPI8EjMmzhukvC-i-_fbitbKrr1_cwUJ2VFMUbyJ0vMeGOfyDTdjgI407oAXrms9waJokNVV5/s640/IMG_2474.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCyGNyeID0APRzpfRz9PXtx0ozX3QSv5baLflnHJJYsaKzYMS4ck8pS_UKDWcDehnHZ68ABT3jd2Kee0JKJAyv14F9RSoA2OkcWx1gr3HRLuWGDqotNx6MPI8EjMmzhukvC-i-_fbitbKrr1_cwUJ2VFMUbyJ0vMeGOfyDTdjgI407oAXrms9waJokNVV5/s320/IMG_2474.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p></p><p>Fuse to your project. Use a pressing sheet!</p><p>Zigzag around the shape. Note the fussy-cut on the heart shape in the picture. "Awesome" is subtle, but nice!</p><p>Now.... drum roll ... <span style="color: #3d85c6;"><b>STEP OUT & ENJOY</b></span> your Quiltsmart Inspired Jeans!</p><p>Love you,</p><p>Mattie<br /></p>Mattie Rhoadeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08745327203994703807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-71508876803368881152023-10-13T21:22:00.000-07:002024-03-22T13:08:11.753-07:00Mondo Boo (Ghost Door Banner from a Mondo Bag Rectangle)<h1 style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: large;"><b>Mondo Boo </b></span></h1><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;">Make this cute door banner/tablemat from a Mondo Bag Rectangle. These instructions are basic instructions for the ghost, with more detailed method instructions found at the links below.<br /></span></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"> </span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7mzGbVRJsjdq7fG1Fy5fUzZSPUU0jx5M9fHEGCBaSvv2W_cYE2jmEhg9Y5YnBeTv8p_4l3wau6xz_cem4avCUc0r0LYefLm3GOprs5PSCtSaaDJMAuX6rQVqsPd5wqu2OLyPtC8jfjAuOBHWK1IU_PdiBP-n-GqiafZf1SO3aoruD2HRWe9myRDxF_g9H/s3338/IMG-6293(1).jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3338" data-original-width="1985" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7mzGbVRJsjdq7fG1Fy5fUzZSPUU0jx5M9fHEGCBaSvv2W_cYE2jmEhg9Y5YnBeTv8p_4l3wau6xz_cem4avCUc0r0LYefLm3GOprs5PSCtSaaDJMAuX6rQVqsPd5wqu2OLyPtC8jfjAuOBHWK1IU_PdiBP-n-GqiafZf1SO3aoruD2HRWe9myRDxF_g9H/w238-h400/IMG-6293(1).jpg" width="238" /></a></p><a name='more'></a><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span><b>Materials: </b></span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>Mondo Bag
Interfacing: 1 rectangle (4 x 12 grid) makes 1 ghost. 4 rectangles
make up into 1 Mondo bag. There are packs with instructions, and refill
packs. </span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span><a href="https://quiltsmart.com/mondo-bag/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ffa400;">Click here for Mondo Bag</span></a></span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span> and see the different ways you can purchase the interfacing. There are also videos!</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>GHOST: A variety of tone on tone white fabrics to total (52) 2.5" squares</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>EYES: (2) black 2.5" squares </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>BACKGROUND: (6) orange 2.5" squares</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>BACKING & BATTING: approximately 12" x 28" of each. Ghost finishes theoretically at 8" x 24".<br /></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>BINDING: (2) 2.5" Width of Fabric strips.<br /></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>Other: I added a little red plastic heart - because Ghosts have a Bootiful heart, too!</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span></span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh09QUeUjHNFcwzkd-RMyDhROevAxjVqTW0aR2RWei-NwLSmDIzLe_nTbFruMMeq-ZjlglP4Jh4KilVlzl4rW2vUSsD09goXKwn40iCJ0Otjv9Jh4yEfzmgke6T2wGCd6jeDmuDqc_GGb6ZzdwmkLAj1WeASIvGTp_Jf8gph8HvrKaTzI_CJIoWLqmrsh69/s2512/IMG-6291(1).jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2512" data-original-width="2512" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh09QUeUjHNFcwzkd-RMyDhROevAxjVqTW0aR2RWei-NwLSmDIzLe_nTbFruMMeq-ZjlglP4Jh4KilVlzl4rW2vUSsD09goXKwn40iCJ0Otjv9Jh4yEfzmgke6T2wGCd6jeDmuDqc_GGb6ZzdwmkLAj1WeASIvGTp_Jf8gph8HvrKaTzI_CJIoWLqmrsh69/w320-h320/IMG-6291(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><p></p><br /><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span><b>INSTRUCTIONS:</b></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span><i>NOTE: There are several ways to sew the half-square triangle or half-squares on to the grid. This is just one of them. See our <a href="https://quiltsmart.com/pix-smart-grid/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #ffa400;">PiX Smart Grid</span></a> for more ways and for a lot more information. This method here is for laying down the white squares first.<br /></i></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>1) From the smooth side of the interfacing, draw diagonal lines on the each of the orange/white fabric positions. Draw a vertical line down the center of each of the black/white fabric positions.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>2) For the squares that will be orange/white, "lop" off the corner of the white square about 1/2" from the diagonal line. For the black/white squares, "lop" off vertically, about 1/2" beyond the center line.<br /><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: right;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOUU-AMa8KxXjfdSRP8BdbkHuEFjkynPPxSxqqAij0dPQ5vRlBinqj6jcNsvnHju46sxy0-mp-A_S8EsKr1xrafZxi39l8boH2goaBoeKAVifkyumN3V8ZyB5msnWpWr6elAY4sjEc5YFoCb0AwaHnSr6xiHBPJrh8P_1v_eqnEEn7wYYdeRNeudQ80lGG/s3428/IMG-6287.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1922" data-original-width="3428" height="179" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOUU-AMa8KxXjfdSRP8BdbkHuEFjkynPPxSxqqAij0dPQ5vRlBinqj6jcNsvnHju46sxy0-mp-A_S8EsKr1xrafZxi39l8boH2goaBoeKAVifkyumN3V8ZyB5msnWpWr6elAY4sjEc5YFoCb0AwaHnSr6xiHBPJrh8P_1v_eqnEEn7wYYdeRNeudQ80lGG/s320/IMG-6287.jpg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rectangle backside after stitching on the diagonals.<br /></td></tr></tbody></table></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>Place the background orange squares on top of the white squares, and the black squares on top of the white squares where the eyes will go. Stitch on the lines that you drew. <br /></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span> </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span> </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>3) Open up all the seams, press - using an applique pressing sheet to protect from the fusible. </span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>Place and fuse all the remaining white squares between the dots on the grid. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>4) Follow the Mondo Bag rectangle </span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>instructions</span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>, OR the PiX Smart Grid instructions </span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>(both more detailed than here)</span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>, sewing horizontal seams first. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>5) </span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>Clip between the squares to the stitching. </span></span><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>Press the seams in opposite directions. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>6) Sew the vertical seams. Press to one side.</span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><span>7) Finish as you would for any quilt project. Adding a little hanger to the back makes it easy to use as a door banner. </span></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxW-H1nEKq0IYAA1bGocl57jaYYqQXfd8r3HZi9ce3HYL6EUIJHMFVdUXu2bwn_O2nJPfL-5k5gbevM7ZnA8MI0oRq81ziuif2bZFyR5wL4-ESs9r7RbwZSfLF3cjZEVulYGGwUKxX2yY7W_XEJba-v4u019WMRlHVlsMkU8977rbh2H0vKHobEEs7rtPq/s3396/IMG-6294.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3396" data-original-width="2410" height="445" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxW-H1nEKq0IYAA1bGocl57jaYYqQXfd8r3HZi9ce3HYL6EUIJHMFVdUXu2bwn_O2nJPfL-5k5gbevM7ZnA8MI0oRq81ziuif2bZFyR5wL4-ESs9r7RbwZSfLF3cjZEVulYGGwUKxX2yY7W_XEJba-v4u019WMRlHVlsMkU8977rbh2H0vKHobEEs7rtPq/w316-h445/IMG-6294.jpg" width="316" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><h1 style="text-align: left;"></h1><p><span style="font-family: Roboto;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxsj1PigrEwHZke6p8Rb9Ue5ZmuB_L98YOWNJVgTmVjhrgZmvLMWqZpRpdI4RHSyj2m4ByMQeBE3I-dEUZwKQLbQRepF8hvl7DYG3gW4EGLISScphu_hiV2qWwGYSyK7rZwKSJ79v6v_VTdpuXqmcGULOuDs8zfGljEEhKbFh_q8p2xqlFyxDWD9y4sejS/s1510/IMG-6289.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1307" data-original-width="1510" height="277" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxsj1PigrEwHZke6p8Rb9Ue5ZmuB_L98YOWNJVgTmVjhrgZmvLMWqZpRpdI4RHSyj2m4ByMQeBE3I-dEUZwKQLbQRepF8hvl7DYG3gW4EGLISScphu_hiV2qWwGYSyK7rZwKSJ79v6v_VTdpuXqmcGULOuDs8zfGljEEhKbFh_q8p2xqlFyxDWD9y4sejS/s320/IMG-6289.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>I've included below some graphics using our Midi Bag and Bitty Bag rectangles in similar designs. Have fun with your Boos!<p></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto;">take care,</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto;">Mattie</span></p><p><span style="font-family: Roboto;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWmISnmIv8RU6Qn9ylmiHQdDL2xYQxaj-0GK2nxDJnQGybcqNBhjpkb6bm-3bMYB2_O34QXJoQehVbMggN2E2d1Gau4lTt7P5iTEscy2hqJVSqCpLGbPkZ5L6SGHVRrJe658sOTOxte6M_zWQJD6Jy41BujCOhlnB5F8wT2KCkhoHA0-XKcdBm-DIXUWf9/s2594/Mondo%20Midi%20Bitty%20Ghosties.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2594" data-original-width="2547" height="370" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWmISnmIv8RU6Qn9ylmiHQdDL2xYQxaj-0GK2nxDJnQGybcqNBhjpkb6bm-3bMYB2_O34QXJoQehVbMggN2E2d1Gau4lTt7P5iTEscy2hqJVSqCpLGbPkZ5L6SGHVRrJe658sOTOxte6M_zWQJD6Jy41BujCOhlnB5F8wT2KCkhoHA0-XKcdBm-DIXUWf9/w363-h370/Mondo%20Midi%20Bitty%20Ghosties.jpg" width="363" /></a></div><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Roboto;"><br /></span><br /><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Roboto;"></span></p></div><br /><span style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><p></p><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><br /><p></p>Mattie Rhoadeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08745327203994703807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-37909527866328336032023-09-21T04:19:00.008-07:002023-10-13T17:25:44.354-07:00Blossom Mug Mat<p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsp5LuRdVd9dVlPYh4R_GL0vj7CzP5g5V99JdcRQ2uzSJZ-QaeOdskjA5MM6vkl3iVCyanpSIazhGxwdTWoduVgA15Z5kkesJcZcUSIATBWzvR5PAHR95bYACxJ7l1Z9-y5437yvqaK-1nH4uSvh_bdzAgUzThvdL7E8vvRxFizxqsrOQMywHXACaQJq5x/s3676/IMG-6115.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3676" data-original-width="2832" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsp5LuRdVd9dVlPYh4R_GL0vj7CzP5g5V99JdcRQ2uzSJZ-QaeOdskjA5MM6vkl3iVCyanpSIazhGxwdTWoduVgA15Z5kkesJcZcUSIATBWzvR5PAHR95bYACxJ7l1Z9-y5437yvqaK-1nH4uSvh_bdzAgUzThvdL7E8vvRxFizxqsrOQMywHXACaQJq5x/s320/IMG-6115.jpg" width="247" /></a></div><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> A super simple, adorable, and quick project! </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">I used FreeSpirit Fabrics. I love to travel, so I fussy cut the map fabric to one of my favorite places! This would be a great fabric to use for your friend who loves to travel or loves maps!<br /></span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">Materials:</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://quiltsmart.com/zigzapps-blossom-and-petals/" target="_blank">Blossom & Petals Printed Interfacing Pattern</a> (2 flowers per panel)</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">(2) 6" squares fabric for mat top and bottom.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">(1) 3" square fabric for flower center. <br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">(1) 6" square stabilizer. We love Annie's <a href="https://www.byannie.com/byannies-soft-and-stable" target="_blank">Soft and Stable</a>. Fusible batting works, too.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> MUG MAT INSTRUCTIONS: <br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmpv0vvDqf1nHJyzge-jc7gC2t4vrKS1NKaPaR6Q5Qa86abwOCVFRt2MGJmSCFEVO3UW9in6HUktpniy4yybSI5Z6NFoiEea5edo3uS8SOrZOt3u40HXGsd9vZYF7f-dZR0mQSCiylZA5LhP-IU7WHQ3YfE6jZ-NsM1YnGry-FSDcoGUqL9prSkv51Pwcn/s3512/IMG-6116.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3512" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmpv0vvDqf1nHJyzge-jc7gC2t4vrKS1NKaPaR6Q5Qa86abwOCVFRt2MGJmSCFEVO3UW9in6HUktpniy4yybSI5Z6NFoiEea5edo3uS8SOrZOt3u40HXGsd9vZYF7f-dZR0mQSCiylZA5LhP-IU7WHQ3YfE6jZ-NsM1YnGry-FSDcoGUqL9prSkv51Pwcn/s320/IMG-6116.jpg" width="276" /></a></div><span style="font-family: verdana;">This set of instructions is specific for the Mug Mat but t</span><span style="font-family: verdana;">here are many more projects you can make with this simple printed interfacing. Here is a link to some of those: <a href="https://quiltsmartie.blogspot.com/search?q=blossom" target="_blank">Blossom Blog Projects</a> <br /></span><p></p><p><br /></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg28u9AJYX6E5-dvFaIe-B3D9NJuGz9leVGrucrzQ5GLPuwklF1lHzvPLnvLcG-o5kmCExd9fBro5fCXjP1Pe8ojWzsBEoQO0m8t1o-74pBHJN1kH19mmpAso249RswojjotPvJCYiMIsEbQAre4vEnFpceWcqL0SxfO3Y2sjyrj2bR3au48UQ6mb3fohZE/s2834/IMG-6120.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1849" data-original-width="2834" height="209" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg28u9AJYX6E5-dvFaIe-B3D9NJuGz9leVGrucrzQ5GLPuwklF1lHzvPLnvLcG-o5kmCExd9fBro5fCXjP1Pe8ojWzsBEoQO0m8t1o-74pBHJN1kH19mmpAso249RswojjotPvJCYiMIsEbQAre4vEnFpceWcqL0SxfO3Y2sjyrj2bR3au48UQ6mb3fohZE/s320/IMG-6120.jpg" width="320" /></a></span><span style="font-family: verdana;">1) Cut materials. Cut around Blossom pattern about a half inch outside of lines. One of our complimentary project panels (with each order) had a dashed line around it that you can cut on. The Zigzap panel has the circle outside of the blossom - any of these configurations are fine! Cut a small slit in the middle of the flower center interfacing. Cut the center circle of the blossom away (about a quarter inch away from the dashed line) and place rough side (fusible side) to RIGHT side of flower center fabric. Set aside circle.</span></div><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> 2) Fuse the rough side of the Blossom pattern to the WRONG side of top fabric. Put a small slit in the middle where the interfacing circle was (the circle will cover this, so make it small - about 1").</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">3) Layer the 6" square fabrics according to this photo.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJC88p3bLhGJerI6Fe6vGTJ3mJGLWYlu0tDJvQQ9miwlqEIGpq5eYAtDiLLZUBQ-cp9o7MziOIVNO2XPiw7MjdOvZMCxXMtBo4zOfospEznafdvpNOrVYF5aa9uXy1o4aw-z0Whdm8OzSadPsuBHIKLn0GQAGgagYJnDMALrW-KVo2v95R1zwvKRCphanF/s1853/Blossom%20and%20Petals.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1378" data-original-width="1853" height="238" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJC88p3bLhGJerI6Fe6vGTJ3mJGLWYlu0tDJvQQ9miwlqEIGpq5eYAtDiLLZUBQ-cp9o7MziOIVNO2XPiw7MjdOvZMCxXMtBo4zOfospEznafdvpNOrVYF5aa9uXy1o4aw-z0Whdm8OzSadPsuBHIKLn0GQAGgagYJnDMALrW-KVo2v95R1zwvKRCphanF/s320/Blossom%20and%20Petals.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <br /><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibR7qLDm0bsDJrhAQvjIjbSpAmFn7BQQNCYjBJmIL4qSC7rnEkE_mDgvMyhBSlAX2-Zf5qEbVlKEd7mJT3pmuLta4CylNCyabh7tqbiPK8pfxECfkmDNcbIkG4Xg2pi4l5oOC8-aJ4b1a893gIckCyz1H4O1y2-YfB_OEx9JnzbFRULTZh7NFQRk2NfIH7/s3427/IMG-6125.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2364" data-original-width="3427" height="221" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibR7qLDm0bsDJrhAQvjIjbSpAmFn7BQQNCYjBJmIL4qSC7rnEkE_mDgvMyhBSlAX2-Zf5qEbVlKEd7mJT3pmuLta4CylNCyabh7tqbiPK8pfxECfkmDNcbIkG4Xg2pi4l5oOC8-aJ4b1a893gIckCyz1H4O1y2-YfB_OEx9JnzbFRULTZh7NFQRk2NfIH7/s320/IMG-6125.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br />5) Trim on the dashed line. Clip at each inner angle - just a little, and do not go all the way to the stitching - just close.</span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ5OpEpb_J31TTrI9g-_yAKtW6ciH-TmlatVFJ97FDJs8MH18b8J-FuN3eUKzE7Mty9WoTrK5vLXEChXVDJs3g6UFbwbPFjqOYuPX0ko-pbSWesr0DjdoJpPmjPkF-SbEwNbPPlhAqd4tx616isXPcAKsSFf6ICCtVLXFnNzl_b8ssCzqukeeFPwupAKBX/s2937/IMG-6126(1).jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2836" data-original-width="2937" height="309" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ5OpEpb_J31TTrI9g-_yAKtW6ciH-TmlatVFJ97FDJs8MH18b8J-FuN3eUKzE7Mty9WoTrK5vLXEChXVDJs3g6UFbwbPFjqOYuPX0ko-pbSWesr0DjdoJpPmjPkF-SbEwNbPPlhAqd4tx616isXPcAKsSFf6ICCtVLXFnNzl_b8ssCzqukeeFPwupAKBX/s320/IMG-6126(1).jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br />6) Turn through the little slit that you made. Using a <a href="https://quiltsmart.com/pointer-creaser/" target="_blank">Pointer-creaser</a>, through the slit, gently press against seams to smooth and push out the curves. Press with iron.<br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7aEs4IlledWRrRMc7fQD8c72Mu9Kgl-F8OhzBtA0AuCZQAgBUI4V4ezgj7iLzV1PtUyf8r7p9Ejxc6rI65CDFEdwEasWvgMXSqW-pXCjzgDSrhhCrgGgiXUDsGM3SibWbi8r1gJwo4WHKSImti4DyFuRYlCMWRGRI2Yxt50ewce-gnUOpVMpeejQbeUoP/s3587/IMG-6127.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2358" data-original-width="3587" height="210" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7aEs4IlledWRrRMc7fQD8c72Mu9Kgl-F8OhzBtA0AuCZQAgBUI4V4ezgj7iLzV1PtUyf8r7p9Ejxc6rI65CDFEdwEasWvgMXSqW-pXCjzgDSrhhCrgGgiXUDsGM3SibWbi8r1gJwo4WHKSImti4DyFuRYlCMWRGRI2Yxt50ewce-gnUOpVMpeejQbeUoP/s320/IMG-6127.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br />7) Sew the flower center on the solid lines. For the best smooth curve, use a very small stitch length - I like a 1.8mm, but see what you like. Trim on the dashed lines. Turn through the slit. Smooth curves with a pointer-creaser. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> <br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvYpgb92MFbJ9vZO-EZac9SPKYyUElnGRXKHV5FDhlR-c7RRN_raaiENEhg5ex_M42IjkDFL3-9g0_4qYeUVLnPqXH2p-5DjfUCbI82L6b0hfD07Kyv4xL87rQyTLamykxlvXbUxcHs4GEZ0KQ2o9YCkjdYomUfc20Tdpei3_q2_7tmcktqX_IkoOmDRF0/s2725/IMG-6129.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2308" data-original-width="2725" height="271" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvYpgb92MFbJ9vZO-EZac9SPKYyUElnGRXKHV5FDhlR-c7RRN_raaiENEhg5ex_M42IjkDFL3-9g0_4qYeUVLnPqXH2p-5DjfUCbI82L6b0hfD07Kyv4xL87rQyTLamykxlvXbUxcHs4GEZ0KQ2o9YCkjdYomUfc20Tdpei3_q2_7tmcktqX_IkoOmDRF0/s320/IMG-6129.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br />8) Fuse flower center to cover the slit on the Blossom. Zigzag around the flower center through all layers. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-0iu6cPOYIqPJH4Lou6SAQpB-yC7NbNvNKCOJyXB4ErkH75Zh7riGBOGcebEGH3E9iCMKxFORGMs0I4gliANTX2gxvqOSYu80Fo8kpxaEA-NzvA9wNzzUwprv6k9rVjHIK5xhJxNpkfkXztP8X053ztC3M_q9c8BxLVio_nxB1FmwBHecaNmWalkFVEXo/s3875/IMG-6131.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2973" data-original-width="3875" height="246" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-0iu6cPOYIqPJH4Lou6SAQpB-yC7NbNvNKCOJyXB4ErkH75Zh7riGBOGcebEGH3E9iCMKxFORGMs0I4gliANTX2gxvqOSYu80Fo8kpxaEA-NzvA9wNzzUwprv6k9rVjHIK5xhJxNpkfkXztP8X053ztC3M_q9c8BxLVio_nxB1FmwBHecaNmWalkFVEXo/s320/IMG-6131.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br /> </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5EwINUQSCUTmKNFVoA9aul_T_jy_U3u2Xr2dPnSYABhVISB0QEet0aIxUQWWQRtZjksUfRsJH5dVyfxNKzqqZeTpHI6o13ftznHPdi-UJe-IbtBB6BKwmMVPr1QLJZDxUWVYGC1y1xTV1pr2MSDqePgeYlVaBqP-8KY1zZwbza-GVbeyAx9Jsy686sqHI/s3847/IMG-6132.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2962" data-original-width="3847" height="246" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5EwINUQSCUTmKNFVoA9aul_T_jy_U3u2Xr2dPnSYABhVISB0QEet0aIxUQWWQRtZjksUfRsJH5dVyfxNKzqqZeTpHI6o13ftznHPdi-UJe-IbtBB6BKwmMVPr1QLJZDxUWVYGC1y1xTV1pr2MSDqePgeYlVaBqP-8KY1zZwbza-GVbeyAx9Jsy686sqHI/s320/IMG-6132.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"><br />9) Top-stitch around edges if you wish. You can also top-stitch in the petals as in this photo. </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmpv0vvDqf1nHJyzge-jc7gC2t4vrKS1NKaPaR6Q5Qa86abwOCVFRt2MGJmSCFEVO3UW9in6HUktpniy4yybSI5Z6NFoiEea5edo3uS8SOrZOt3u40HXGsd9vZYF7f-dZR0mQSCiylZA5LhP-IU7WHQ3YfE6jZ-NsM1YnGry-FSDcoGUqL9prSkv51Pwcn/s3512/IMG-6116.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3512" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmpv0vvDqf1nHJyzge-jc7gC2t4vrKS1NKaPaR6Q5Qa86abwOCVFRt2MGJmSCFEVO3UW9in6HUktpniy4yybSI5Z6NFoiEea5edo3uS8SOrZOt3u40HXGsd9vZYF7f-dZR0mQSCiylZA5LhP-IU7WHQ3YfE6jZ-NsM1YnGry-FSDcoGUqL9prSkv51Pwcn/w277-h320/IMG-6116.jpg" width="277" /></a></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">10) Make a cup of hot tea and enjoy your mug mat! A set of 4 wrapped up (or even one), is a very nice gift! </span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEganWsuOiakcTNP7itVgc-0HWGiIoN5rObmIStf7vsAAm3ba877Zpp-7Y76Yl0ANKzErUUndZZNrMLR_-AaTeBK93nfmrcZJkJDxmaX2a3sPo4WZCeKIVGgpqLcLpsFHpVam8bLOU1tZMWw0kDgElKPzp_jrSexm4kBj3qwWWSWawqhA7Jv6u4hg901SkPA/s2862/mug%20mat%20back.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2593" data-original-width="2862" height="248" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEganWsuOiakcTNP7itVgc-0HWGiIoN5rObmIStf7vsAAm3ba877Zpp-7Y76Yl0ANKzErUUndZZNrMLR_-AaTeBK93nfmrcZJkJDxmaX2a3sPo4WZCeKIVGgpqLcLpsFHpVam8bLOU1tZMWw0kDgElKPzp_jrSexm4kBj3qwWWSWawqhA7Jv6u4hg901SkPA/w274-h248/mug%20mat%20back.jpg" width="274" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;"> </span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;">Back of Mug Mat. FreeSpirit Fabrics, Tim Holtz.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i>Now, it is "time" to relax.... or make more mug mats, which I also find relaxing (after the first one).</i></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i> </i></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i> </i></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i> </i></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i> </i></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana;"><i> </i></span><br /></p>Mattie Rhoadeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08745327203994703807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-20624857744473338062022-10-25T10:30:00.000-07:002024-03-22T13:13:54.172-07:00Pretty Smart Apron Costume HACKS & Pumpkin Cookie RECIPE!<p> Hi Quiltsmarties....</p><p>These were SO FUN, I wanted to share again
this year! Let us know if you made a
costume from our Pretty Smart Apron - we would LOVE to see a pic! Share it on your favorite social media spot!<br /></p><p>Take Care & Enjoy.... <br /></p><p>Mattie</p><p><br /></p><p><b>Home for Halloween Fun: Pretty Smart Apron Hacks & Pumpkin Cookie Recipe!</b></p><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_645Qp4aQ2GHuHaOyGgzEV5TJXNv1WG-cgP0ovko7IFFLrPVMpKxFvHtJvIJfAkVbM1clOpHLpQb7Z5LQvzoQosPm4FGv0I2w708gY8Zha_j2xAw4k-fSIS-hgG91lKlln9v0sYhPllk/s1280/group.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_645Qp4aQ2GHuHaOyGgzEV5TJXNv1WG-cgP0ovko7IFFLrPVMpKxFvHtJvIJfAkVbM1clOpHLpQb7Z5LQvzoQosPm4FGv0I2w708gY8Zha_j2xAw4k-fSIS-hgG91lKlln9v0sYhPllk/s320/group.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Home for Halloween Fun!</div><div style="text-align: left;">Reversible, darling apron that can be made into a quick Halloween costume or play clothing!</div><div style="text-align: left;">See a recording of this project on Facebook LIVE (October 8, 2020). <br /></div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div><div><p> </p><p>DOROTHY:</p>Model: Mattie, Quiltsmart President & Founder, Creative Director, Bend, Oregon <br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAJ_0jAnz_LNnL365Q81oWxcW-HaplzfS1x9T5Cyui83LlISmVId-7EbMhf7WrgulHLbTYsaNUhKH2DK50pcet5IwbD4DUma3KDezfvWLzvFJGsIoS18_a4xUmBe9klCEl6WD8aWZ4PfA/s1280/Mattie+base.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="832" height="249" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAJ_0jAnz_LNnL365Q81oWxcW-HaplzfS1x9T5Cyui83LlISmVId-7EbMhf7WrgulHLbTYsaNUhKH2DK50pcet5IwbD4DUma3KDezfvWLzvFJGsIoS18_a4xUmBe9klCEl6WD8aWZ4PfA/w162-h249/Mattie+base.png" width="162" /></a> </div><div>Base Outfit: <br /><div>White t-shirt or blouse<br /></div>Jeans or skirt</div><div> </div><div><br /><div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVm5uBrhA_wW1xsKFHkIDE6kkgxTnKXkuB63GBB23PrBzPApoyVYEAg6y6UoXZjc2UQFSty5p_VpSmRHuzIKgpWWwh7yEmQfbIzcJilB2Hah_l4JHUWMsxDWMNuk0HeveirClw-xIyok8/s474/dorothy.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="474" data-original-width="348" height="223" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVm5uBrhA_wW1xsKFHkIDE6kkgxTnKXkuB63GBB23PrBzPApoyVYEAg6y6UoXZjc2UQFSty5p_VpSmRHuzIKgpWWwh7yEmQfbIzcJilB2Hah_l4JHUWMsxDWMNuk0HeveirClw-xIyok8/w164-h223/dorothy.jpg" width="164" /></a> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>Attributes of Dorothy:<div>Blue and white checked dress.</div><div>Two white buttons on the dress at the waistline. <br /></div><div>Red shoes.</div><div>Basket with Toto dog.</div><div>Pigtails. </div><div><div><br /></div><div>Sewing Variations: </div><div>I cut the ties at 4" wide x 36". A little wider so they are more of an accent. Turn with a Fasturn #6.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVEDZ1cKBASFyS1Y0PhyphenhyphenqCTz1apSkAAByyd7N5xsbwLHx3rL8dABc3T7ytQz3_WM84M-cnFjrIzT78_IeMsQnRy1gT8MSNmpsSv4zG6fa58nOv9MxFrgy4v849xDecmD_BbyxM1Ku_OtU/s2016/sheep+reverse+side.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2016" data-original-width="1512" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVEDZ1cKBASFyS1Y0PhyphenhyphenqCTz1apSkAAByyd7N5xsbwLHx3rL8dABc3T7ytQz3_WM84M-cnFjrIzT78_IeMsQnRy1gT8MSNmpsSv4zG6fa58nOv9MxFrgy4v849xDecmD_BbyxM1Ku_OtU/w161-h214/sheep+reverse+side.jpg" width="161" /></a></div><br /><div>Barmop
cream towel takes the place of the reverse skirt.The Dorothy side has
the same fabric as the bib top, which was made from kitchen cloth
napkins. <br /></div><div> </div><div>Embellishments for Apron:</div><div>Reverse side is sheep print fabric. I raised them for 8 years, and still are very fond of the sweet creatures.</div><br /><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXwZj4LcNNNfGfD6rJE2kS3vNlPSS_9LyvR5RytOH4AZsZ4piEztm62guQ_3mHyjjCJgaJBJlXBpxf6OuYN1O1akfSOuqGhtX_OI6_Kq3BtBDMUFsbjFfg5cQUM3dIrwfoJb1Y2kLZeP8/s1252/buttons.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1235" data-original-width="1252" height="157" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXwZj4LcNNNfGfD6rJE2kS3vNlPSS_9LyvR5RytOH4AZsZ4piEztm62guQ_3mHyjjCJgaJBJlXBpxf6OuYN1O1akfSOuqGhtX_OI6_Kq3BtBDMUFsbjFfg5cQUM3dIrwfoJb1Y2kLZeP8/w159-h157/buttons.jpg" width="159" /></a></div>White Buttons. </div><div>Gathered skirt. The "real" Dorothy had a smooth waistline, probably a bias cut, but gathered was easier for this rendition</div></div></div></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div><p> </p><p>WITCH:</p><p>Model: Kathleen, Quiltsmart Enthusiast, Kensosha, Wisconsin<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiddRx2rdpW3bpldbJb0Xlfx3TTbZtrAHNBIGfWHMAPl3bszNtPja6-M2TzD98jVCsf-Jwkq4YZQjvQGwLR6fT_iAORQEaO2qBmysA73BDjNOuwO2IQ53JTbmG5qAUmuEkyx81bbfaqNAA/s1080/Kathleen+base.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="743" height="222" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiddRx2rdpW3bpldbJb0Xlfx3TTbZtrAHNBIGfWHMAPl3bszNtPja6-M2TzD98jVCsf-Jwkq4YZQjvQGwLR6fT_iAORQEaO2qBmysA73BDjNOuwO2IQ53JTbmG5qAUmuEkyx81bbfaqNAA/w153-h222/Kathleen+base.png" width="153" /></a> </div><div>Base Outfit: </div><div>Black leggings & skirt or dress.<br /></div><div>Black long sleeve top. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6DfrIkoQWznRveq9Lp9zIbsYxeqJa3Q-Kkd7kSgsHWrA3BFowkvt4rM2oyhuE-KGA7c7FeG9enVfAiaTHdZE5LYaWftaqYyTD4YZhUTxBbIiHFeFHDEz29QWOwlK8off6e09ShzvVtXQ/s1650/k+witch+without+pocket.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1650" data-original-width="900" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6DfrIkoQWznRveq9Lp9zIbsYxeqJa3Q-Kkd7kSgsHWrA3BFowkvt4rM2oyhuE-KGA7c7FeG9enVfAiaTHdZE5LYaWftaqYyTD4YZhUTxBbIiHFeFHDEz29QWOwlK8off6e09ShzvVtXQ/s320/k+witch+without+pocket.jpg" /></a></div></div></div><br /><div><div>Attributes of witch:</div><div>Black Hat</div><div>Black outfit <br /></div><div>Broom</div><div><br /></div><div><div>Accessories: </div><div>Colorful socks</div><div>Witch hat</div>Broom. </div><div><br /></div></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTl-qkYnpgrdei6FEMvLKpy1XKlP-nuOpcKu8d0at4nQRSczBy7pflT7YD4CgcF0fd0j8sV8tebmo1z9C03ZjlPMEG9bIYMznvt-B4bNX5S3IcKsVsFbmv8Goq_FK5To0raED0LFDqYZo/s193/9DEA2022-1406-4012-9033-F0C1E3B0A320.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="179" data-original-width="193" height="146" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTl-qkYnpgrdei6FEMvLKpy1XKlP-nuOpcKu8d0at4nQRSczBy7pflT7YD4CgcF0fd0j8sV8tebmo1z9C03ZjlPMEG9bIYMznvt-B4bNX5S3IcKsVsFbmv8Goq_FK5To0raED0LFDqYZo/w157-h146/9DEA2022-1406-4012-9033-F0C1E3B0A320.jpeg" width="157" /></a></div><br />Embellishments for Apron:</div><div>Purchased embroidered towel with Halloween motif. </div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div>BEE:</div></div><div><p>Model: Terri, Quiltsmart Customer Service, Johnstown, Pennsylvania </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmouXUDBZi0T8SAiTyEDprUTc2ii6UqSR1Lm3uy4AmMqvlSaSqiyU5HxiBkwecef-mh-75wy8TRxJMp2py5J8lzRy3Ak-BuiR2TJ8OcknAL8TgkEAWkPKX25_kO5j8tdfSdpafoyu4lFw/s1078/Terri+Bee.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1078" data-original-width="802" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmouXUDBZi0T8SAiTyEDprUTc2ii6UqSR1Lm3uy4AmMqvlSaSqiyU5HxiBkwecef-mh-75wy8TRxJMp2py5J8lzRy3Ak-BuiR2TJ8OcknAL8TgkEAWkPKX25_kO5j8tdfSdpafoyu4lFw/w149-h200/Terri+Bee.png" width="149" /></a></div><br /></div><br />Base Outfit: <br /><div>Black Leggings.<br /></div><div>Black Long Sleeve top. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeWoRJrbCQ7MVCjLb9YM7ybwlE2Ior7i51RmxZ-pDQqG4G2ryUvjio86UMFnb0Rb3ulJ5kgWtqCXvy0V-8oMu3HDFH7zcK3q5koI63fVlILwA94Glc5UXb6g7HePCxHMabj6n9ffCpduo/s957/Terri+Bee.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="957" data-original-width="599" height="245" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeWoRJrbCQ7MVCjLb9YM7ybwlE2Ior7i51RmxZ-pDQqG4G2ryUvjio86UMFnb0Rb3ulJ5kgWtqCXvy0V-8oMu3HDFH7zcK3q5koI63fVlILwA94Glc5UXb6g7HePCxHMabj6n9ffCpduo/w153-h245/Terri+Bee.png" width="153" /></a></div><br /></div>Sewing Variations: <p>I stitched (4) 3.5" strips of gold and (5) 2.5" strips of black together to make the fabric for the bib front. </p><div><div>Attributes of Bee:</div><div>Gold and black body <br /></div><div>Antenna</div><div><br /></div></div><div>Embellishments for Apron:</div><div>Striped fabric OR sew stripes together for front.<br /></div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>SCARECROW: <br /></div><div>Model: Theresa, Quiltsmart Sewer, Redmond, Oregon </div><div> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmNcbHPsryR07sSm4y5e5NSzkqvBNgl9hQlg2qbLZ-trRsw5s2MsIY1SReNiEgStOKSy0gZ1nWeIuU62vkM_b3Ikh5JX30OcYsjoRMvHopHv1ZNsgFWLgCU7dUoOPNvHjSpfFumyeDdvE/s1280/IMG_1032.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1101" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmNcbHPsryR07sSm4y5e5NSzkqvBNgl9hQlg2qbLZ-trRsw5s2MsIY1SReNiEgStOKSy0gZ1nWeIuU62vkM_b3Ikh5JX30OcYsjoRMvHopHv1ZNsgFWLgCU7dUoOPNvHjSpfFumyeDdvE/w172-h200/IMG_1032.jpg" width="172" /></a></div>Base Outfit:</div><div>Jeans & long sleeve t-shirt or flannel shirt. </div><div><br /></div><div>Sewing Variations:</div><div>None. The reverse side can be seasonal or a motif - anything you like!</div><div><br /></div><div>Attributes of Scarecrow:</div><div>Flannel Shirt</div><div>Torn Pants</div><div>Hay from neck, arms, feet. <br /></div><div><br /><div> </div><div>MERMAID: <br /></div><div>Model: Coco, Quiltsmart Enthusiast, Minneapolis, Minnesota</div><div><br /></div></div></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLPh-GAQ0bspp1O6IlZhRAmOFUd1r2dnQbanRzfzdOp0hOxOz8NLZbhTGpmeOrj9w8EcY9IHR2z5yp1I_rGAW-SOL4LXONP00NRYpcZbwCstBE42D7apZLgTOrX0ang2HyiU4d-dJMbNU/s636/coco+base+2.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="636" data-original-width="615" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLPh-GAQ0bspp1O6IlZhRAmOFUd1r2dnQbanRzfzdOp0hOxOz8NLZbhTGpmeOrj9w8EcY9IHR2z5yp1I_rGAW-SOL4LXONP00NRYpcZbwCstBE42D7apZLgTOrX0ang2HyiU4d-dJMbNU/w193-h200/coco+base+2.png" width="193" /></a>Base Outfit: <div>Shirt to match skin tone.<br /></div><div>Shorts, leggings, or jeans - colors from the apron fabric or skin tone.<br /></div><div><br /></div>Sewing Variations: <p>I used 7/8" twill tape for the ties - super quick & easy!</p><p>Tail:
Glittery fabric, full width folded in half and gathered. We zigzagged
across the gathers, then attached with a safety pin to the other side.
Easy to put on, and to take off! You could make a longer tail to cover
her feet, but we kind of liked the little feet showing. Our mermaids
have feet under their tails!<br /></p><p>Reverse side was made into a Snow White apron - by simply using a
yellow bar mop for the skirt, blue and a red sash on top. I sewed the
red sash to the blue top before making the bib. I also put the mermaid
fabric and the yellow barmop right sides together, stitched edges,
turned, zigzagged the top, then put into the bib apron top as one piece. </p><div style="text-align: left;">If
you know the apron is for a child, make the bib the “shorter folks”
length.... 7-8 yr old. Once made, the sides of the bib can be tucked
under if necessary. </div><div style="text-align: left;">For
a tiny tot, ..... you would need a smaller apron. You could try
forming the Market Bag into a costume, using the dress variation in
those instructions.</div><div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjscKc3jNF914AP39ufksXYHtB1FTFuokT_uWLJ1pMEdKjOsTQqbdjWMCHeCccimKYeA0cDXfKxCy55a2CDf_ql1QnduCpEs1eHgf1H4QFLe2fQQRzPvrKKg3VAnVg3EZkAoNZePF_8USE/s640/cc+mermaid.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="196" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjscKc3jNF914AP39ufksXYHtB1FTFuokT_uWLJ1pMEdKjOsTQqbdjWMCHeCccimKYeA0cDXfKxCy55a2CDf_ql1QnduCpEs1eHgf1H4QFLe2fQQRzPvrKKg3VAnVg3EZkAoNZePF_8USE/w196-h196/cc+mermaid.png" width="196" /></a></div></div></div></div><div><div><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="345" height="235" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgIKYATd3siW-5EQevTi-Q3xufz85vDhnfkRmPZjU7L5t9P3KSHPW1JYVNsmUmW7CcedHUUsU9SnfzZkJjpmWx3hyo58QDwTkUzf-YbP7tCgB124jUSrI09wmyC2Qxd9FPJA9-YTtSAMI/w126-h235/coco+standing.png" width="126" /> </div><div> </div><div>Attributes of Snow White:</div><div>Blue top with red sash, large white collar. </div><div>Yellow skirt.</div>Black hair with red bow.</div><div>Birds light on her finger. <br /></div><div> </div><div>Base Outfit: </div><div>Blue puffed sleeve blouse or t-shirt.</div><div>Jeans, or yellow skirt, pants, or leggings.<br /></div><div> </div><div><p>MINNIE:</p><p>Model: Sue, Quiltsmart Sewer and Consumer Sewing Consultant, Pennsylvania </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0CL-lEYzQTOq02cVxQfenn31e-gt9NxVh_8HlT3pxi8GrhgRy60nh15WIHcj_Q5cbB2q_hexZ-_LgR6XX7uaiNY_GHeK89ImvYNatg-_oP4J69E9JBXcvSI4nbnMVwjsA_hQvCCbtrKM/s640/IMG_5347-1.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0CL-lEYzQTOq02cVxQfenn31e-gt9NxVh_8HlT3pxi8GrhgRy60nh15WIHcj_Q5cbB2q_hexZ-_LgR6XX7uaiNY_GHeK89ImvYNatg-_oP4J69E9JBXcvSI4nbnMVwjsA_hQvCCbtrKM/w200-h200/IMG_5347-1.png" width="200" /></a></div><br />Base Outfit: <br /><div>Black Leggings & skirt.<br /></div><div>Black Long Sleeve top. </div><div>OR, dress and stockings.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjum1wC7S6sHHkQz0fpmJCtODysCLnt7BwxdWKee5SCSTR8Q0ak-MIrkVyHbVkcaUTXbETFxFar1xO3jEANRwAtjdPOI3vjIC-k_JGX68ukEnmc7m_oq-1pszIihgFcZle5wg-Y0HG2MfQ/s1280/sue+Minnie.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="672" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjum1wC7S6sHHkQz0fpmJCtODysCLnt7BwxdWKee5SCSTR8Q0ak-MIrkVyHbVkcaUTXbETFxFar1xO3jEANRwAtjdPOI3vjIC-k_JGX68ukEnmc7m_oq-1pszIihgFcZle5wg-Y0HG2MfQ/s320/sue+Minnie.png" /></a></div>Sewing Variations: I cut the ties at 4" wide x 36". A little wider so they are more of an accent. Turn with a Fasturn #6.<p>Barmop red towel takes the place of the skirt.</p><div><div>Attributes of Minnie:</div><div>Shirt:
Red fabric, white dots. Skirt: Polka Dot (I flipped that for this
apron because I like the towel sewn right in to the apron.<br /></div><div>Red polka dot bow. I made a bow and tied it to a headband.</div><div>Yellow Shoes</div><div>White Gloves<br /></div><div><br /></div></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEgESYGDKDDoaE7pRSdGDNwtRBCkiZd7J6T8aXr-QNLJoLHu1iqzw_17_d3bj6Dhyphenhyphenk4JIdR3NHb3Dk4AkobcPi8lo39VWuS0G9wOl1Nn0P9v1yubsd551EgEbsZNeK6SueSmDB5ktVFAo/s2048/3FFC48A3-7879-49C1-89E9-9DBFED750885.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1708" data-original-width="2048" height="141" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEgESYGDKDDoaE7pRSdGDNwtRBCkiZd7J6T8aXr-QNLJoLHu1iqzw_17_d3bj6Dhyphenhyphenk4JIdR3NHb3Dk4AkobcPi8lo39VWuS0G9wOl1Nn0P9v1yubsd551EgEbsZNeK6SueSmDB5ktVFAo/w170-h141/3FFC48A3-7879-49C1-89E9-9DBFED750885.jpeg" width="170" /></a></div>Embellishments for Apron:</div><div>Purchased ruffle trim on the bib top to give a puffed sleeve effect. </div><div>Eyelet around the pocket.</div><div>Chocolate print fabric is on the reverse side! <br /></div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> </div> </div><div><p>COWGIRL:</p><p>Model: Lavelle, Quiltsmart Social Media Manager, Bend, Oregon </p><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2ez0nkNqFg0_huV3tY3tg-m5swGe9LCmoldbz_iHItUYYjsE_tKhMSeq3S6rshZP5UD2oUMv-ResuTbpAFOSi9kOkGmRN4VLIWTW6SQy7KMdz6KTAR25Pm3vAbWgR4iynIrQYxupANCo/s640/base.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2ez0nkNqFg0_huV3tY3tg-m5swGe9LCmoldbz_iHItUYYjsE_tKhMSeq3S6rshZP5UD2oUMv-ResuTbpAFOSi9kOkGmRN4VLIWTW6SQy7KMdz6KTAR25Pm3vAbWgR4iynIrQYxupANCo/s320/base.jpg" /></a></div>Base Outfit: <div style="text-align: left;">Jeans</div><div style="text-align: left;">Western Shirt </div><div style="text-align: left;">Boots </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div>Attributes of Cowgirl:</div><div>Shirt:Western style.</div><div>Cowgirl hat.<br /></div>Western boots. <br /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicNj5_5D45Ar11esYG2AUhkAJNwSSKtnpFtggunDYuNvJEKNQiDoEVqVclqn1QQUKr6b5fjM6jKfdCSEnbe07gcnt__n3HDdK1Mrm4wTq3xrD-CGoXmAl2IFUyzfIKF6nTpfvz1N604sY/s640/l.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicNj5_5D45Ar11esYG2AUhkAJNwSSKtnpFtggunDYuNvJEKNQiDoEVqVclqn1QQUKr6b5fjM6jKfdCSEnbe07gcnt__n3HDdK1Mrm4wTq3xrD-CGoXmAl2IFUyzfIKF6nTpfvz1N604sY/s320/l.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>Sewing Variations:</div><div>I used 7/8th" twill tape for the apron ties - quick & easy!<div style="text-align: left;">Barmop blue towel takes the place of the skirt.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD147_sPV5a4x9XrG3RAs0xO9zRWEzhFFfq3gYhEmaQj0eTqtF8Ifn5ynApmWL1g251TceXS_HXxJXuA2_b3QD5otIHl5xuGO8lPgq8eD51QTvO3vMZ_mUAN_FJAnI1L6XOrhoAc0QAfY/s504/western+3.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="504" data-original-width="504" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD147_sPV5a4x9XrG3RAs0xO9zRWEzhFFfq3gYhEmaQj0eTqtF8Ifn5ynApmWL1g251TceXS_HXxJXuA2_b3QD5otIHl5xuGO8lPgq8eD51QTvO3vMZ_mUAN_FJAnI1L6XOrhoAc0QAfY/w200-h200/western+3.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Fringe was added on the apron and skirt (towel).</div><div style="text-align: left;">Embroidery added at the top of the apron.</div><div style="text-align: left;">I made a fake placket in the front before I made the bib. After bib was done, I added snaps to the placket.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixBU9IJlfjjv4VscUEMvEvtr2W7z0gim7gniSslagfoPG6JKaBz3bo2zE1sb5qI3eIo8r04Ln8RJt0XT94qiAnG68ZeKLn5YO8AKW5PIzsvrQGEPEhrE5PsUjhrWuilp0N2GlZaNx0RQM/s672/western.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="672" data-original-width="504" height="262" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixBU9IJlfjjv4VscUEMvEvtr2W7z0gim7gniSslagfoPG6JKaBz3bo2zE1sb5qI3eIo8r04Ln8RJt0XT94qiAnG68ZeKLn5YO8AKW5PIzsvrQGEPEhrE5PsUjhrWuilp0N2GlZaNx0RQM/w197-h262/western.jpg" width="197" /></a></div><br /></div></div></div></div></div><div><div>Pockets could be added from old jeans!<br /></div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> <br /></div><div> </div><div>I hope you enjoyed our Apron Hacks!</div><div>Below is a hack on my mom's Pumpkin Cookie Recipe. I made it a bit simpler! <br /></div><div>Take Care & Be Safe,</div><div>Mattie </div><div><br /></div><div>PUMPKIN COOKIES<br /></div><div> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcuYkw7y9LL8zb-B6ji3IcVIBEv1Iz5r1f79Vh-DFotzc_m_IH0_ti1mMaeMuT8SxPxq3GVAzU0q00yao8I8lLNXFUotArp_hoPVpqCDb8Mrj_w9jhgqRtuKpwHwoOLm7zjdikNOYcgw8/s1936/pumpkin+cookies.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1936" data-original-width="1936" height="170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcuYkw7y9LL8zb-B6ji3IcVIBEv1Iz5r1f79Vh-DFotzc_m_IH0_ti1mMaeMuT8SxPxq3GVAzU0q00yao8I8lLNXFUotArp_hoPVpqCDb8Mrj_w9jhgqRtuKpwHwoOLm7zjdikNOYcgw8/w170-h170/pumpkin+cookies.jpg" width="170" /></a></div></div> My
mom made these cookies every fall, and they are now a tradition with my
kids. I tweaked the recipe just a bit to make it easier. It still
looks a bit more complicated than it should for my easy cookbook - but,
like a good off-the-beaten-path quilt shop, it is worth the time! It
just isn’t fall if there aren’t Pumpkin Cookies. Skip the lettuce -
just serve these for dinner! After all, pumpkin is a vegetable! The
trick to making them quickly and at the last minute is to make the dough
ahead and keep it in the refrigerator. Easy “dinner”! :)<br />Makes about 4 - 5 dozen.<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />1 cup butter<br />1 15 ounce (medium) can pumpkin <br />2 teaspoons EACH of baking soda, cinnamon, vanilla<br />2 tablespoons baking powder<br />2 cups sugar<br />4 cups flour<br /><br />1 cup chopped nuts<br />1 cup raisins<br /><br />Instructions:<br />Mix
the first group of ingredients with mixer, then add nuts and raisins
with spoon. Drop by heaping teaspoonful on ungreased cookie sheet
(don’t forget the parchment paper!). Bake at 350° for about 12 minutes.<br /><br />Let-us suggest:<br />Walnuts, pecans, dried cranberries, or white chocolate chips.<br />Some
“Pumpkin Cookie” lovers like to frost the cookies with Cream Cheese
Frosting. That can be purchased by the “can” and kept in your pantry
until ready to use. Mattie Rhoadeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08745327203994703807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-56159004297012144002022-03-20T15:53:00.004-07:002024-03-22T13:09:45.842-07:00March Baskets! Spring is in the air and on the wall quilt!<p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); clear: left; display: inline; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></span></span><p style="text-align: justify;"><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); clear: left; display: inline; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: left;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); clear: left; display: inline; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgPuC5XEMZNajE8dJYNJjAk_gQIwGYxb7hkyNlysVAnbByz-l7g7BJJquX2XnGXMUNsInajJbtqEU1hPVhYKayE61zDqoaCmWkVV64xxbQjYYG1TF8vvki8dUvm8qTlLkWKq8rYcepBI5C5bJIsTIr3pODXag8UlNsrrMAjJatGOUFSs5e2iZvhXIBpfA=s243" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="188" data-original-width="243" height="155" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgPuC5XEMZNajE8dJYNJjAk_gQIwGYxb7hkyNlysVAnbByz-l7g7BJJquX2XnGXMUNsInajJbtqEU1hPVhYKayE61zDqoaCmWkVV64xxbQjYYG1TF8vvki8dUvm8qTlLkWKq8rYcepBI5C5bJIsTIr3pODXag8UlNsrrMAjJatGOUFSs5e2iZvhXIBpfA=w200-h155" width="200" /></a></div><br /><br /><span style="font-size: medium;">My Midwestern upbringing has me craving for specific spring flowering branches. The kind of made by our resident artist Mother Nature that have slightly twisted branches, simple charm, and beautiful delicate blossoms...keep reading...</span><br /></span></span></span></div><p></p></div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEht4goOEZQbQwZmMcy7ZsYYBjE37ldLmNe6tjrD158eCNJtKml_ZCzG0pv-6Ju1EBZgIMtz3j6Bl0kheE9fkE-detTR_val9TpPw9HmhxNCtI1uDVrUPPf9p2hp440-pk2w202RLtW4VvTvuArXCi8sU2L6IyQ9ca8gWg1P8l5E1H99SBbROVuS5C8xHw=s1280" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEht4goOEZQbQwZmMcy7ZsYYBjE37ldLmNe6tjrD158eCNJtKml_ZCzG0pv-6Ju1EBZgIMtz3j6Bl0kheE9fkE-detTR_val9TpPw9HmhxNCtI1uDVrUPPf9p2hp440-pk2w202RLtW4VvTvuArXCi8sU2L6IyQ9ca8gWg1P8l5E1H99SBbROVuS5C8xHw=s320" width="240" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">LOVE the buttons as flower centers!<br /></td></tr></tbody></table><p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"><span style="font-size: medium;">My friend, Mariann, Carmel, Indiana, sent me pictures of her baskets and yo-yos that she is making- all scraps- don’t ya love it! She is using vintage buttons for the flower centers. Love it!</span><br /></span></p><p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"> </span></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjZ2ug6YE2f8eG-6BBQtAjzXgB3adEAtrHtZ4IZ3rAqH5vLse2hIUbs40vrjcnNV8X-FYgAx6TsPCX3I4djK3DIVHGdJSm6QlzATmMrVYSY_DFBlzbg1OA0Cw2Oy7b4YBKyfZRWRQruOs_lTgqjS4JBnZSY8E2AfeS8KOgNjV_StPjsuO4r1oHvBaU6rw=s3612" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3612" data-original-width="2618" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjZ2ug6YE2f8eG-6BBQtAjzXgB3adEAtrHtZ4IZ3rAqH5vLse2hIUbs40vrjcnNV8X-FYgAx6TsPCX3I4djK3DIVHGdJSm6QlzATmMrVYSY_DFBlzbg1OA0Cw2Oy7b4YBKyfZRWRQruOs_lTgqjS4JBnZSY8E2AfeS8KOgNjV_StPjsuO4r1oHvBaU6rw=s320" width="232" /></a><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"></span></span></p><p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); font-size: medium;">I was </span><span style="font-size: medium;">reminded of the baskets I started last year. I got them out and decided I was going to add a twist from Mama N. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">I’ll post more embroidered flowers as I get them done & more from Mariann (hmmm, a completion challenge?). I used couching (stitching over embroidery floss or pearl cotton) to form the branches, and the lazy dazy stitch for the flowers. I did an internet search for "flowering spring branches" - to see what the branches looked like, for example... how many petals in a "Forsythia" bloom - 4. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">TIP: Best to have a large-eyed needle and/or a needle threader. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"> Click here for instructions to make these adorable <a href="https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/3557479871690052451/6126488137140164947" target="_blank">Baskets & Yo-yos!</a> There is a pattern for the quilt also, by Cindy Claycamp!<br /></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">enjoy & take care,</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">love,</span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;">Mattie </span></p><p><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div><br /><p><br /></p>Mattie Rhoadeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08745327203994703807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-51210843797464111052022-03-18T11:26:00.001-07:002024-03-22T13:14:03.447-07:00"Kevie" - not often do you see a pig in a quilt coat...<p> ...and therefore, you gotta take pictures! </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjDgVdHOYlytK0VQOcGdxP9QrZi8zWsa5P9Pjsmbq06ToLiLdFmk2-gStoC2svVKVV8DxtXUAbdo7eFdWhFwaewemPFf7VOssKzqeRiBFZ-V3IoCIMGOGY9NXSeTmyu8KWSorq6w2VUUn0YPbJaf2fu8Au5jedzF8dqLgIUDpNx-P8h4qBbDK7phED30g=s1438" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1173" data-original-width="1438" height="261" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjDgVdHOYlytK0VQOcGdxP9QrZi8zWsa5P9Pjsmbq06ToLiLdFmk2-gStoC2svVKVV8DxtXUAbdo7eFdWhFwaewemPFf7VOssKzqeRiBFZ-V3IoCIMGOGY9NXSeTmyu8KWSorq6w2VUUn0YPbJaf2fu8Au5jedzF8dqLgIUDpNx-P8h4qBbDK7phED30g=s320" width="320" /></a></div>Meet Kevin Bacon. She, “Kevie”
was owned by Dunken who makes really nice baseball bats with his dad.
Their business is 2 suites away from Quiltsmart. Dunken
realized when Kevie was about 6 months old that she would be happier on a
farm. He found a farm for her to be a pet. Then he started missing
her a lot, so he asked the owner if he could visit. The owner, Nancy,
said that she will bring her every Thursday when she comes to town if
Dunken would like that. Dunken was thrilled, and we are, too! Kevie loved
wearing the coat, but there were a few grunts when we put it on her. have a new respect for pigs-in-coats photographers!
<p></p><table class="cf wS" role="presentation"><tbody><tr><td class="amq"><img class="ajn bofPge" data-hovercard-id="mattie@quiltsmart.com" id=":le_30" name=":le" src="https://ssl.gstatic.com/ui/v1/icons/mail/no_photo.png" /></td><td class="amr"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj0txTlwOO6vauf4fPy0LJ5Qq1YiXOMVQjkfyLLbRbVaxMRcKXGQPtp_vSbyfCqex2SbDcOOZPdEhYigRnwPJq-JVbQxIyKUEf6dmbibILLGju7p4nMok_htPI7yLPMPIqBUliH4aApEYQtsxFcPwUsZWiI-XFWqLz1KT8JLBpbllDkivnwiu3pxdrX9A=s3040" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2554" data-original-width="3040" height="269" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj0txTlwOO6vauf4fPy0LJ5Qq1YiXOMVQjkfyLLbRbVaxMRcKXGQPtp_vSbyfCqex2SbDcOOZPdEhYigRnwPJq-JVbQxIyKUEf6dmbibILLGju7p4nMok_htPI7yLPMPIqBUliH4aApEYQtsxFcPwUsZWiI-XFWqLz1KT8JLBpbllDkivnwiu3pxdrX9A=s320" width="320" /></a></div>Bennie, my yorkie-poo, loves Kevie. Kevie is not too interested in Bennie, though, so Bennie just sits there. Don't worry about Bennie though, because Maggie is a Golden Retriever who adores Bennie... and they play together with the other dogs at the Industrial Complex while Kevie eats grass and carrots. Her compensation for modeling is in carrots.<p></p><div style="text-align: left;">The Coats:</div><div style="text-align: left;">Quiltsmart <a href="https://quiltsmart.squarespace.com/config/pages" target="_blank">Apple Core Printed Interfacing Pack</a> <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/PatternDog?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=1136897375" target="_blank">PatternDog</a> - Sewing Patterns for Dogs, United Kingdom</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">I made both coats (size L for Kevie, S for Bennie) from a baby size Apple Core Quilt. You can also make pieces for the coats and save a little sewing.</div><div style="text-align: left;">Enjoy & Take Care,<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Mattie <br /></div>Mattie Rhoadeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08745327203994703807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-45119498880302130572022-03-11T16:03:00.002-08:002024-03-22T13:10:05.238-07:00Potholder/Pincushion Sample Project & More with our Blossom & PiX Smart Grid Printed Interfacing! SUPER QUICK GIFTS!<p style="text-align: left;">Our Potholder/Pincushion Sample Project can expand far beyond that with a little imagination!...and a few hacks! Please share yours with us on Facebook, Instagram, or send them to info@quiltsmart.com. We would LOVE to see what you CREATE! </p><p>Potholder BASIC Instructions: <a href="https://quiltsmartie.blogspot.com/search?q=potholder" target="_blank">Sample Projects: Potholder</a> </p><p>HACKS & MORE Projects... keep reading! <br /></p><p>St. Pat's Day themed potholder & EASY St. Patty's Meal crockpot RECIPE (from my cookbook, "A Quilter in the Kitchen": <a href="https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/3557479871690052451/2450720191795633191" target="_blank">Potholder & Recipe</a> <br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiU1sMpqHFim7ULTD1xWdbGF-0ieqQuSAmK4Ghgfx22tHw0twMF6P9Ry25zVsSfeO8HSHqq61_NYoaJ_w5MH3xOXBL5OT69JyBMKklMpH61B_moFZ5D3V4Cy3n2xg0eQgGuw0egtIPwP0naucwWB4kbYuxkQHY3QYQQG-m_6SwHdUpf-qMAscoyfsa9Yw=s400" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="400" data-original-width="400" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiU1sMpqHFim7ULTD1xWdbGF-0ieqQuSAmK4Ghgfx22tHw0twMF6P9Ry25zVsSfeO8HSHqq61_NYoaJ_w5MH3xOXBL5OT69JyBMKklMpH61B_moFZ5D3V4Cy3n2xg0eQgGuw0egtIPwP0naucwWB4kbYuxkQHY3QYQQG-m_6SwHdUpf-qMAscoyfsa9Yw=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></div><p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p>BASIC "Blossom" Applique</p><p>Rough side of interfacing to RIGHT side of Fabric. Stitch on the line, trim on the line, turn, fuse, and zigzag. The basic instructions linked above give more detail.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>PINCUSHION / Sheep SACHET BLOSSOM HACK:</p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjS7BetYaccauLzyCXJM9WkxCZpJj-bj2pWn1k8wK6KMT09VUuIC117aDjToRA0RuQntxzAMI_a6j6nGXuUKEL80RfP90Zp_6Sf9-dzRzj6Tb0NT7OY7DMjpdnwvrT0lbWkrPTIdCxjXS9xTtOBSWFxdg_pOesVNdihRLZWCfGicr4Z08ag2EesNSb0PA=s4032" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjS7BetYaccauLzyCXJM9WkxCZpJj-bj2pWn1k8wK6KMT09VUuIC117aDjToRA0RuQntxzAMI_a6j6nGXuUKEL80RfP90Zp_6Sf9-dzRzj6Tb0NT7OY7DMjpdnwvrT0lbWkrPTIdCxjXS9xTtOBSWFxdg_pOesVNdihRLZWCfGicr4Z08ag2EesNSb0PA=w192-h200" width="192" /></a>1] Layer two fabrics RIGHT sides together. <span>Amanda fussy-cut FreeSpirit Fabric! </span>Use a terry towel for a fluffy sheep!<br />2] Cut center circle out and set aside. Fuse blossom interfacing to WRONG side of one fabric piece.<br />3] Stitch solid line, inserting fabric scraps for sheep feet, trim dashed line.</p><p>4]
Make a small slit under where you want the circle to be (flower center
in pincushion or head in sheep). The slit needs to be smaller than the
circle, as the circle will cover the slit. Turn gently through slit.
Smooth edges with a blunt tool. <a href="https://quiltsmart.squarespace.com/config/">Pointer-Creaser</a> </p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcGav-g1KyzqG2yTaDEWkesQFeS2dK0nezOs4TIIFa6UBJ8ohuxiGzmHp26WskvyazTN2XUXGHN4aNocLgRDMs7_CT-x-SEV80VqHtu26bX9BtigfN_Qf4pV_ZegERLhtSXJgiDL2oWdEq_OrTX0JBy2BgNImJhsPyEjnPBTkwfeluor_oN8hMdV3WjA=s391" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="391" data-original-width="391" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcGav-g1KyzqG2yTaDEWkesQFeS2dK0nezOs4TIIFa6UBJ8ohuxiGzmHp26WskvyazTN2XUXGHN4aNocLgRDMs7_CT-x-SEV80VqHtu26bX9BtigfN_Qf4pV_ZegERLhtSXJgiDL2oWdEq_OrTX0JBy2BgNImJhsPyEjnPBTkwfeluor_oN8hMdV3WjA=w200-h200" width="200" /></a></div><p>5]
Stuff with glass beads, walnut shells etc (I used kitty litter that is
100% walnut shells). Stitch up opening. For SACHET: put a few drops
of perfume or essential oils inside. Check out instructions from
manufacturer.<br /></p><p>6] Stitch center interfacing piece (that you
set aside) in the same way as the flower. Position over slit.
Hand-stitch around circle edges for the sheep, tucking in fabric scraps
for ears. Leave it free as in the blossom below! NOTE: <i>The sheep
face can be made without the second piece of fabric - but, then you put
the interfacing ROUGH SIDES to RIGHT side of fabric. </i><br /></p><p>7]
Embellish as you wish. A cotton ball or batting covered with fabric OR
a button for flower center. Embroidery for sheep face & a heart or
shamrock.</p><p></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjUXld4R-JTeR6a0M2BHnf4WDza9pCLkZxo3lfGVQQgGOnP3MnOQUb5IIGkV9fC3NZpVTNXADixmnkzeu9pM-eW19BcKL-QirlwnUuzOxI9TIFZEmdo5ALgOcS1wZ92AN0D_D-F8bhj9wYP62QMv6oif08zRTfekZ-ydZlYGMMX7Iu_EQax9mZ52qgc7w=s2803" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2359" data-original-width="2803" height="203" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjUXld4R-JTeR6a0M2BHnf4WDza9pCLkZxo3lfGVQQgGOnP3MnOQUb5IIGkV9fC3NZpVTNXADixmnkzeu9pM-eW19BcKL-QirlwnUuzOxI9TIFZEmdo5ALgOcS1wZ92AN0D_D-F8bhj9wYP62QMv6oif08zRTfekZ-ydZlYGMMX7Iu_EQax9mZ52qgc7w=w241-h203" width="241" /></a></p> <p></p><p> </p><p>SWEET LITTLE BOX</p><p>Katie, age 12, made this adorable little box. <br /></p><p>1] Make potholder as in BASIC Instructions: <a href="https://quiltsmartie.blogspot.com/search?q=potholder" target="_blank">Sample Projects: Potholder</a></p><p>2] Fold diagonally with the squares on the outside. Stitch along the seams marked here with the green lines. <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSxmKigR0Uq6U1KUzfd_kSoE5sp0MFHF9VjdMpRMTGJG9D20UuIkKGUC8J9_XV1KjING9y5LGorxvjKoQQbbDUiu5_fOIU7c8XNpGomzVjJb0AX4X-zkdY2U_ia4k1Ize6qSWk4XdVeuTDkW6xp5FWf6myIsR1rtE9mD74UIaT6VVtCloPgoCy6L4fIg=s2216" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1384" data-original-width="2216" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjSxmKigR0Uq6U1KUzfd_kSoE5sp0MFHF9VjdMpRMTGJG9D20UuIkKGUC8J9_XV1KjING9y5LGorxvjKoQQbbDUiu5_fOIU7c8XNpGomzVjJb0AX4X-zkdY2U_ia4k1Ize6qSWk4XdVeuTDkW6xp5FWf6myIsR1rtE9mD74UIaT6VVtCloPgoCy6L4fIg=w320-h200" width="320" /></a></div><p>3] Fold the other diagonal and do the same.</p><p>4] For buttons, pinch the outside crease of the fold inward toward the box and sew on a button. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgaXFHI3hRTR79yCJt4BMOhz683DNIlWEzGlzZAi_3iVEueW5YnTzLEP2WCovdaFvJgVmNZm0C1xX2JGbg4w2uFjOMSmmGMzSZwlDa4MAmiDsyRrPfPZcugaKEsfkG9_pX1bo8VUnDL1v6f7j2mdkCYCa1DfhZU9M8U6tvou7nJQFAwgVHq1bG3i826wQ=s3872" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3872" data-original-width="2689" height="286" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgaXFHI3hRTR79yCJt4BMOhz683DNIlWEzGlzZAi_3iVEueW5YnTzLEP2WCovdaFvJgVmNZm0C1xX2JGbg4w2uFjOMSmmGMzSZwlDa4MAmiDsyRrPfPZcugaKEsfkG9_pX1bo8VUnDL1v6f7j2mdkCYCa1DfhZU9M8U6tvou7nJQFAwgVHq1bG3i826wQ=w198-h286" width="198" /></a></div> BLOSSOM DOOR GREETING<br /><p></p><p>1] Make potholder and blossom as in BASIC Instructions: <a href="https://quiltsmartie.blogspot.com/search?q=potholder" target="_blank">Sample Projects: Potholder</a> with the exception that you will adding half-square triangles for leaves and pot bottom. Watch our <a href="https://quiltsmart.com/shop/p/pix-smart-grid?rq=pix" target="_blank">PiX Smart Grid VIDEO</a> to see how easy those half-square triangles can be!<br /></p><p>2] Cut the top of sky 6" x 9" (this is a bit oversized for some fudge factor). Sew the sky to the grid with a 1/4" seam allowance.</p><p>3] Zigzag stitch the flower to the piece in step 2.</p><p>4] I used a small piece of fabric to create the stem and hand-stitched - but there are many other ways to do this. One of my favs is YLI Braid.</p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJRPicQ_yVIV2PeQybq3NASbZ1yekKe2J978TATWGWRebW4D1v896vYWmhkZaIymoVBVlFB8pbJifL5_lWxtevNSCfXt0SN0y8jm_GHGGVy7Wj7cXQCWOY_fHncJHXmTWdYoWrqpPIS-_DdT0gNcP1CU6NcCDkTyawZyRGebQFiVPB-db7asH4eAe50g=s4305" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3909" data-original-width="4305" height="291" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgJRPicQ_yVIV2PeQybq3NASbZ1yekKe2J978TATWGWRebW4D1v896vYWmhkZaIymoVBVlFB8pbJifL5_lWxtevNSCfXt0SN0y8jm_GHGGVy7Wj7cXQCWOY_fHncJHXmTWdYoWrqpPIS-_DdT0gNcP1CU6NcCDkTyawZyRGebQFiVPB-db7asH4eAe50g=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg-WyRLVltcFyRwGVZImMTnaQ8N55-8TBfHIiEjlILqojwXM_lSi65vUQ3nGkhngW0nM0K5g9Lh8GlHrfGwGktAc4EWed0S0rM-8arsrUw4i3HKIpadsRNggxg4u1R6VIT01ar7AoAbu_D5dGsvd-giHoHOsREiokFl-zSSaw9UkdO8phsfbqZY3DnHnA=s3160" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2993" data-original-width="3160" height="303" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg-WyRLVltcFyRwGVZImMTnaQ8N55-8TBfHIiEjlILqojwXM_lSi65vUQ3nGkhngW0nM0K5g9Lh8GlHrfGwGktAc4EWed0S0rM-8arsrUw4i3HKIpadsRNggxg4u1R6VIT01ar7AoAbu_D5dGsvd-giHoHOsREiokFl-zSSaw9UkdO8phsfbqZY3DnHnA=s320" width="320" /></a></div><p> </p><p> </p><p>Our first potholder - two sided, so you get a great little project and learn 2 Quiltsmart methods - The ZigZag Applique, and EASY Fuse & Stitch Patchwork! Same BASIC instructions: <a href="https://quiltsmartie.blogspot.com/search?q=potholder" target="_blank">Sample Projects: Potholder</a></p><p> </p><p>Happy Creating....!</p><p>Enjoy,</p>Mattie <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEijxLefJPUqctMatbNvDnI_hGKUEAmLQska2vH45XehNypFXJejvRYj9Lv8BU0YQocgjTUd7xIX6yPoC6qMS-23hdgf9Sud1CB_hICILksP7mg65Btf420qnnqEywK5CrQzCbcsSUcp-N_EZZXmJl-VrS9MNQQn0onLsprdj2tSaxr64S5FHScuCsMzbA=s621" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="378" data-original-width="621" height="195" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEijxLefJPUqctMatbNvDnI_hGKUEAmLQska2vH45XehNypFXJejvRYj9Lv8BU0YQocgjTUd7xIX6yPoC6qMS-23hdgf9Sud1CB_hICILksP7mg65Btf420qnnqEywK5CrQzCbcsSUcp-N_EZZXmJl-VrS9MNQQn0onLsprdj2tSaxr64S5FHScuCsMzbA=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg9s1qgrc2QDWxqv4FhcNUXVyZoJRZnnoFVldAUHk1BzqqLFD99W3WdZLmT_84cvsQb8zpe0f-_J726m1k0xKaluMMQhwp1-VKFfUSurAq3jct0nZ2Aw2a-oou0ZAebtrIPIYcEoqkukgzkhR_v2Kv9bq0MFFl5-ifFV1PnT5hNwI3HWI7fbEiN8Ml4FA=s640" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="427" data-original-width="640" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg9s1qgrc2QDWxqv4FhcNUXVyZoJRZnnoFVldAUHk1BzqqLFD99W3WdZLmT_84cvsQb8zpe0f-_J726m1k0xKaluMMQhwp1-VKFfUSurAq3jct0nZ2Aw2a-oou0ZAebtrIPIYcEoqkukgzkhR_v2Kv9bq0MFFl5-ifFV1PnT5hNwI3HWI7fbEiN8Ml4FA=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />Mattie Rhoadeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08745327203994703807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-30389275240025355162022-03-10T00:01:00.001-08:002024-03-22T13:11:27.422-07:00A Patchwordle for Quilter Wordles AND 20 reasons why "Wordle" is the new Social Media. <p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhf_giuSyEMcq6Tu0hLJWnSBhMgbX3JfFwEzgzRIUMZW5r5l6woDZl0fkpr0wbAcHJNfQMaNPkzhBotbwZEvSSsaI5f3glJzMi1GESmqdWRIY2N_PQBc0GkNz5ds94EC4BvdD7tVm1-JpYmsYz2E8hv-BfATrmpLOZlim4U4eqAD5pKqGx1Szyl3e58nw=s1718" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1718" data-original-width="1623" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhf_giuSyEMcq6Tu0hLJWnSBhMgbX3JfFwEzgzRIUMZW5r5l6woDZl0fkpr0wbAcHJNfQMaNPkzhBotbwZEvSSsaI5f3glJzMi1GESmqdWRIY2N_PQBc0GkNz5ds94EC4BvdD7tVm1-JpYmsYz2E8hv-BfATrmpLOZlim4U4eqAD5pKqGx1Szyl3e58nw=s320" width="302" /></a></div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjrES05dL6qnZideA1WN0P2Y0HkRzvEnQxSrvW0Uz5Tq-PzpGqLzsXRDJifrW5vKJWn2eic_YMc_jTPlUVuFA4j01U8N5X_oVCshcxv7Bseqa-7u2lbHpzqpPK1S53LUr0c15MrLV9uK1_E2-v1aFFRy5AsioG_qBZL1GWWH77TKusRd1kkbsKDZGLyMg=s911" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a>Why “Wordle” is the new SocMed Platform - <p></p><p></p><p>1. It takes only minutes a day - if you are smart.</p><p>2. Your smart friends will see that you are really smart and not just making up stuff.</p><p>3. You will still feel satisfaction that you checked in with everyone everyday.</p><p>4. You can easily pick it up and put it down. </p><p>5. You can share it (without feeling remorse).</p><p>6. …. Even while having a cocktail. </p><p>7. Your dumb friends may hopefully stop following you. </p><p>8.
You can put your phone down while eating because you will now have
dinner conversation. It could go like this, “did you do wordle yet?” Or,
“that was a tough one yesterday.” Or, I didn’t know you can use two
of the same letter. - Oh, thanks for that! - Is that word even
English? Is it an international game? Could I learn Spanish this way?
You and your wordle friends will laugh, but non-wordles will not. </p><p>9.
You can ask your friend how they are, and their response will be short,
sweet and to the point- no social media drama!!!! - “3 rows of black”,
“not a lotta green today”, or, “those yellows sure slow ya down.” Or
“Bingo- all greens on first row”- hey, “anybody tried “bingo” in row
one? </p><p>10. You can have your own private groups. “30+streak” , “100+ played”, "Win % 90+"<br /></p><p>11.
The old song, “and they call him the streaker” will certainly get popular again
and you can download it and listen to it digitally! </p><p>12. The t-shirts will be better than Facebook because half of the
population won’t understand them- “Got Wordle?” Wordle is Twice as Nice at Midnight”. And of course, “Wordle is the new FB” Or, “what’s your streak?” Or a spoiler t-shirt - 5 letter words printed all over the shirt. </p><p>13.
You will “read” all the shared daily Wordle quilts from your Wordle buddies and go, “hmmm, good one”…
and that is all you need to know- that person is alive, happy, smart,
engaged, and sharing with you! </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjq-S5GvATq0c-GT0_VZcZlRE-Npdw0ijVMziYuILygD7V9sXQ1TxOrvdXqO9O7XH95VcwDKrG3FBr9ARRaedyJTnqWBaKJzxUYFaIRGRO72lv93LGQhut9VAZr9I8OmzqXGc278CCapZUfgcvpWr1icFWh86rwn373XS9gSZ-BmwDp4l5KLoR5VxNIFA=s3960" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3960" height="244" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjq-S5GvATq0c-GT0_VZcZlRE-Npdw0ijVMziYuILygD7V9sXQ1TxOrvdXqO9O7XH95VcwDKrG3FBr9ARRaedyJTnqWBaKJzxUYFaIRGRO72lv93LGQhut9VAZr9I8OmzqXGc278CCapZUfgcvpWr1icFWh86rwn373XS9gSZ-BmwDp4l5KLoR5VxNIFA=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br />14. ...because of number 13- who says that’s not lucky?? They
don’t have patch facebook quilts- but a patchwordle quilt is right up
there at the top for quilt humor. Especially if it is made with white,
yellow, and green blocks! So, of course, I had to make one - with our <a href="https://quiltsmart.com/shop/p/pix-smart-grid?rq=pix%20smart%20grid" target="_blank">PiX Smart Grid</a>! So Eeasy! It was fun with 2.5" squares, and now I can't wait to make one with 2" squares. A full wordle, quirdle.... is a 5 x 6 grid. So, you can make several from any single panel. (My son is getting one for his birthday - he got me into this. I don't believe he reads my blogs so I can say that. This blog he might read, though - as he does know how to sew, and is an avid wordle. His name is appropriately MARTY.)<br /><p></p><p>15.
Your brain will be actively thinking of 5 letter words that will work
for H_ _S_ (try typing that!) rather than thinking how you will console
the friend from high school who you haven't spoken with in 12 years
because frankly you don’t feel that their sad story is any better than
your sad story. And wordle will get you out of that because you only
need 5 letters. You might (55 letters) say to the friend: You might try
“Wordle”. Note that “empathy” is not a 5 letter word. </p><p>16.
Brain Games have been found to reduce the chance of getting
Alzheimer’s and Dementia. Note that “brain” and “games” are 5 letter
words. I do not remember if this study included FB as brain activity.
Lol. </p><p>17. You may read books more - but you are really searching for “good” 5 letter words. </p><div><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="auto">18.
You will feel confident and content and start having thoughts of:
beach, think, relax, loves, sleep, dream, happy…. And wordle- I do
think it should have been named “Wordl”. </div><div dir="auto"> </div><div dir="auto">19. If you have read this far, there is a high likelihood that you are a Wordle/Quilter or Wordle/Sewist. So, you may have already contemplated if my quirtle, or patchworkle, (aka....the cute little wordle quilt above) is a "real" wordle.... or did I simply place the squares anywhere. So, can't do that on FB that I know of, anyways..... although there are probably game groups.</div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">20. And, if you are a Quilturdle, or a Sewordle (that one is nice), you have probably already tried to solve the quilt I made. Hint: who is it from? Try solving problems on FB! Or, if you didn't try to solve it, you may have started changing all the 5 letter words to color and bookmarking the page! Ah ha.... FB would be a good source for 5 letter words, though I think the t-shirt would be more funnn.<br /></div><div dir="auto"><br /></div><div dir="auto">Lovve,<br /></div><div dir="auto">Mattie<br /></div></div></div><div dir="auto"><br /><br /></div><br /><br />Mattie Rhoadeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08745327203994703807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-16200657542193993782021-07-18T13:21:00.007-07:002021-07-18T18:45:35.299-07:00Quick Salad - more time to quilt! <p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFnn5MXgCWObzefvLNeW1gYUC5ydqcPqNw_KlxaJNZ9FuMQGIoPnVzBbX3pQ5pBm2frp9uGuHO12JX9bgCGssk5_bojPPbAbVK1KEC9BV_yyTNpo_Rh02CxBSs-mGcP-7HEiiplzXxxkD-/s2048/B23B41E3-3BB0-43EE-80A7-91D545AD6819.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2017" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFnn5MXgCWObzefvLNeW1gYUC5ydqcPqNw_KlxaJNZ9FuMQGIoPnVzBbX3pQ5pBm2frp9uGuHO12JX9bgCGssk5_bojPPbAbVK1KEC9BV_yyTNpo_Rh02CxBSs-mGcP-7HEiiplzXxxkD-/w315-h320/B23B41E3-3BB0-43EE-80A7-91D545AD6819.jpeg" width="315" /></a></div><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRRl0Lt_tEKqaPQ3xbC0-EPy8jnwLwVHz1tGidYbWjhJPPvGoW4UvDbCc_9i7cl39CczrmFO7i52WkUywFM6M3u5X4fUBrxVgHTJK_-oYc1wxkw_wAl53osz63bdvZ4VXADKb0XiKxCuZh/s2048/10DB9685-7EB0-4D99-898D-DE4E691C8A97.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div>With summer treats from “the vegetable man”, like blueberries, salad mix, avocado, onions, and an added hamburger from last nights dinner, I’ve got a DELICIOUS, HEALTHY, and QUICK lunch! I threw it all in a wooden bowl and chopped it all at once- the avocado mixes in and becomes the dressing. See more ideas like this in “A Quilter in the Kitchen”! Lots of quilt inspiration in there as well! <p></p><p>Enjoy!</p><p>Mattie </p>Mattie Rhoadeshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08745327203994703807noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-61264881371401649472021-03-27T19:10:00.016-07:002021-04-08T13:07:39.189-07:00May Baskets & Yo-yo’s on my mind! The QUILT I want to make TODAY! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl_HTvDI6ku7swAZVLjdXCJCrxh2pDE16lt8C3CpQjKp1s1MBj1vSeAZNVd4kiBT4_o6mOXS-5tHeAthqZSC8GXfPVLY6yiYjmCoXwlonnK55K0aquWSYOlbhVlgzLrGGn_FTITcgENqQ/s2048/987D3F45-A32B-43E3-B99C-ADC528688A08.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgl_HTvDI6ku7swAZVLjdXCJCrxh2pDE16lt8C3CpQjKp1s1MBj1vSeAZNVd4kiBT4_o6mOXS-5tHeAthqZSC8GXfPVLY6yiYjmCoXwlonnK55K0aquWSYOlbhVlgzLrGGn_FTITcgENqQ/s320/987D3F45-A32B-43E3-B99C-ADC528688A08.jpeg" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"><i> Hi! You've reached Mattie's Blog. I do lots of tutorials, so poke around and have fun. We love hearing from you (comment section below) and would love seeing pics of your creations! The link below will direct you back to our website so you can find the Baskets.... I hope you LOVE this little charmer as much as I do! Mattie, Quiltsmart Founder & President</i><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">With an abundance of solids and an old table runner of yo-yo’s.... what I want to make today are baskets! Probably because the weather is a balmy 62 degrees and sunny- yet I’m in a sewing mood.</p><p>I sew for others a lot, and lately I’ve been trying to take the time to sew something up for me, if the spirit moves me and today it did. </p><p>So far, I cut (9) 8”x 10” squares. I fused outside the lines to hold them in place before sewing. I find that if I simply start something, that 50% is done! So...yeah, half done, lol! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9UOaP7GOFJ6xmj3XXh4tCivnTgGDdKta1EwRnk4ewpWZlVpTQIYr87krosZYOKGK_NqvAwdqMyjvCGyLoppKZ4t24HFBpDjLyZvlp1DHOVxfGYURyowXH4t4-wyAtZJ7gFaFZTYu3uB8/s2048/image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9UOaP7GOFJ6xmj3XXh4tCivnTgGDdKta1EwRnk4ewpWZlVpTQIYr87krosZYOKGK_NqvAwdqMyjvCGyLoppKZ4t24HFBpDjLyZvlp1DHOVxfGYURyowXH4t4-wyAtZJ7gFaFZTYu3uB8/s320/image.jpg" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Check it out at Quiltsmart.com. </p><p><a href="https://www.quiltsmart.com/shop/c/p/ZigZapps-Baskets-Yo-Yos-Panel-x41676303.htm" target="_blank">Baskets & Yo-Yo’s</a></p><p>Cindy Claycamp, “Quilting Memories”, and I collaborated on her pattern to make the baskets available in printed interfacing. She has a pattern for larger sizes, too! She can be reached directly at muddyforkfarms@hotmail.com. Pattern copyright 2014 by Cindy Claycamp.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxOrhyphenhyphenZymfboTnHjt2J_9EuyO5QsvviOVXUutWWn4z8tg2ovyNf0UDvdQkh-2pgzDO7FNkS4MhUR_Q2cVi5BX3M8nYHaUppHHYqOmJj21w2sL7-mjLuciHshBfN2bSG7Gx75ZIyvwMDwE/s2048/7A4FABCE-BAD4-4A6D-B20E-CB2F5ADFA857.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxOrhyphenhyphenZymfboTnHjt2J_9EuyO5QsvviOVXUutWWn4z8tg2ovyNf0UDvdQkh-2pgzDO7FNkS4MhUR_Q2cVi5BX3M8nYHaUppHHYqOmJj21w2sL7-mjLuciHshBfN2bSG7Gx75ZIyvwMDwE/w320-h240/7A4FABCE-BAD4-4A6D-B20E-CB2F5ADFA857.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><p>Sew on the solid lines. <br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4vRvAQ994Ff3bWyaSEww89L7ZjLTV4HGtT9x2pXlSO1zhtuvjbflKDFxyIx3uvonpYc-8St01tE4GKqGO1VYoV5z0v9lR-axBYpZvKD2BMma241XeJxHAom0oLCxs9tIYUBss_-gOCr8/s2048/image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4vRvAQ994Ff3bWyaSEww89L7ZjLTV4HGtT9x2pXlSO1zhtuvjbflKDFxyIx3uvonpYc-8St01tE4GKqGO1VYoV5z0v9lR-axBYpZvKD2BMma241XeJxHAom0oLCxs9tIYUBss_-gOCr8/s320/image.jpg" /></a></div><p> Trim on the dashed lines. Clip at the inside angles. </p><p></p><p>Cut through the INTERFACING ONLY on the dash-dot line.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3xt1mfFhyphenhyphenzdTV6OGY7wYLgN6xgFAOclTzazT-97xUapikOCBcGR_2QLeC7NKpLEy9QhgO4qWunbVoYYAoK4a3xT9a5YtwefuHaK0BLa2fkd-93Ai5EkJ5JhgNGzNlGm1Kylx3Qz9wfWA/s2048/image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3xt1mfFhyphenhyphenzdTV6OGY7wYLgN6xgFAOclTzazT-97xUapikOCBcGR_2QLeC7NKpLEy9QhgO4qWunbVoYYAoK4a3xT9a5YtwefuHaK0BLa2fkd-93Ai5EkJ5JhgNGzNlGm1Kylx3Qz9wfWA/s320/image.jpg" /></a></div><br />Turn interfacing to the back, finger-pressing well. A <a href="https://www.quiltsmart.com/shop/Tools-Notions--Books/p/Quiltsmart-Pressing-Sheet-x42736060.htm" target="_blank">Quiltsmart Pressing Sheet </a>will help secure the interfacing around the hole. <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv7jxjRPOHrL-HHQnZYXzLZUA2w4M0UgY8BeW3UL8oZD9Fe4pXKNUkfkCxBIrHoxQ-kTWBDtco-UaE0DEB4clyZVhG3oYjxoLzjlZ4_ReYPuum2bgQnq8hTOgd5Jj10CAUG7btb1blxf4/s2048/image.jpg" style="clear: left; display: inline; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv7jxjRPOHrL-HHQnZYXzLZUA2w4M0UgY8BeW3UL8oZD9Fe4pXKNUkfkCxBIrHoxQ-kTWBDtco-UaE0DEB4clyZVhG3oYjxoLzjlZ4_ReYPuum2bgQnq8hTOgd5Jj10CAUG7btb1blxf4/w240-h320/image.jpg" width="240" /></a> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>A <a href="https://www.quiltsmart.com/shop/Tools-Notions--Books/p/Pointer-Creaser-x37082536.htm" target="_blank">Pointer-Creaser</a> will help
make the curves smooth. Use it to gently push out the curves and to
slide along the edges of the seams- between the fabric, not next to the
interfacing. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxONAlqR2-CSVndKnhD8BZSMYghlRoE6LvFjToH6FkULryBG23nzzsCX5fVCfo5lMjzq6GMK3UmlP34Fv5ysvbyOZNHaolTZWALTIrbCeT51VhNhtHQL9jozL4Hx5fqm3CJET6AyAwkBA/s2048/image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxONAlqR2-CSVndKnhD8BZSMYghlRoE6LvFjToH6FkULryBG23nzzsCX5fVCfo5lMjzq6GMK3UmlP34Fv5ysvbyOZNHaolTZWALTIrbCeT51VhNhtHQL9jozL4Hx5fqm3CJET6AyAwkBA/s320/image.jpg" /></a></div><br />If you want the embroidery marks at the bottom of the basket, transfer those now by basting over the lines printed on the interfacing. Choose the color of your bobbin to either be the same as your embroidery floss, or blend in with the basket. <p></p><p>Embroider or decorative stitch either now, or after the basket is fused and stitched to the background fabric. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhywuviQB4C_YEavazHVWksV0uRszrr9jRRD7rsB7JI88ebNQi9zjtzRWAXV5EkMgay3eR13XWggpCbvOwC8yjWUT-wDD6hvVyR3BCeHP-RbjYkOWGr65v8RY8HYvAwKkkBfDc2wNwcss/s2048/image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhywuviQB4C_YEavazHVWksV0uRszrr9jRRD7rsB7JI88ebNQi9zjtzRWAXV5EkMgay3eR13XWggpCbvOwC8yjWUT-wDD6hvVyR3BCeHP-RbjYkOWGr65v8RY8HYvAwKkkBfDc2wNwcss/s320/image.jpg" /></a></div><br />Fuse the basket to the background. I used a 10 x 12” background. <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX7kTerBdIK7pux51fn-62kMvhbqAHZbNa6W_NnCpNBk6-CF58CgToYzHka0iJfPy_jp7WHoi9ElZti8mFLnPdfFiYHV_eP5eqhenG8sYZ2tDqNtdkTHvGKmM1bvRt9kUSZduGlRsSxxI/s2048/image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX7kTerBdIK7pux51fn-62kMvhbqAHZbNa6W_NnCpNBk6-CF58CgToYzHka0iJfPy_jp7WHoi9ElZti8mFLnPdfFiYHV_eP5eqhenG8sYZ2tDqNtdkTHvGKmM1bvRt9kUSZduGlRsSxxI/s320/image.jpg" /></a></div><p>A pressing sheet will keep any fusible or iron residue off of your basket. If you are using laces or silks, you would want to use a pressing sheet. I like it for the solids because I’m assured of not getting any scorching on my baskets if my iron were to be too not. Start with a polyester setting, but test first as iron settings differ from iron to iron. </p><p>Zigzagging is the next step. The technical term is “appliqué”, which means “to apply”- but it sounds fancy and scary! </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXdskDno_bNPL7z3eDrRg9_W1L5XOjz5iwZhePVKGz1nv4pimxPs_ZXmIVWRCp9LvRqk_qnSe3KNFd09jmHW10SAnkhjMWGwVfsUZh91pkVSICkE6J26hG6as6H7Sp1fvujeC8h8KGBY4/s2048/image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXdskDno_bNPL7z3eDrRg9_W1L5XOjz5iwZhePVKGz1nv4pimxPs_ZXmIVWRCp9LvRqk_qnSe3KNFd09jmHW10SAnkhjMWGwVfsUZh91pkVSICkE6J26hG6as6H7Sp1fvujeC8h8KGBY4/s320/image.jpg" /></a></div><br />I suggest a 2.0mm length and width for beginners- moving toward a 1.5mm width and 2.5mm length if you wish as you get comfortable. Keep the stitch mostly on the basket with The needle skimming the edge of the basket to go into the background. Use invisible thread or the same color as the basket or a decorative thread & decorative stitch. You can also hand appliqué, as done on the green basket. Sew the yo-yos, buttons etc. after you quilt. But like me you probably can’t wait to set them on the basket and see how they look. I used the Clover yo-yo maker- I love it. I used the small and the flower in this basket. <p></p><p>I can’t locate that yo-yo table runner- bummer .... but, I like making yo-yos while bingeing a show! So off to do that for a bit! I’m quite sure the runner will show up after I get a bunch made for my May Baskets! <i> <br /></i></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTgBVm4-OljnoOop6Iv4LJE6kLml2zL5FxZi9dttXdaHgTJZFGKopG31_dFe4mlqtkhKBVE1iMk4uAh5lKfy9RtDCpL3X0yOBCV6jer5TG-RBZql3Lyo3S0eS9MJel1mG0DdyMrUx4jao/s2048/image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTgBVm4-OljnoOop6Iv4LJE6kLml2zL5FxZi9dttXdaHgTJZFGKopG31_dFe4mlqtkhKBVE1iMk4uAh5lKfy9RtDCpL3X0yOBCV6jer5TG-RBZql3Lyo3S0eS9MJel1mG0DdyMrUx4jao/s320/image.jpg" /></a></div><br />Next up...zigzagging,Are use a small stitch 1.5 mm with and 2.5 mm length is my favorite stitch, but if you’re a beginner I would suggest 2.0 for both measurements and get used to that before you change it. Have the needle just skim the side of the basket and most of the stitch stays on top of the basket. <p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5w_RslZqruAo484JvO_KYIaJXmXrSEy9ZrNCgT7-mF49ifc8nHrsFkC92QQqY-0DeCSUbqlVALFoNyhhuvlWb8_yUk3Rc_z-wwgnbDuX0mrY2FHAZvUiHkorTmoFOnsp2rHcgt8MfHjI/s2048/image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5w_RslZqruAo484JvO_KYIaJXmXrSEy9ZrNCgT7-mF49ifc8nHrsFkC92QQqY-0DeCSUbqlVALFoNyhhuvlWb8_yUk3Rc_z-wwgnbDuX0mrY2FHAZvUiHkorTmoFOnsp2rHcgt8MfHjI/s320/image.jpg" /></a></div><br />This cute little basket is ready for some hand embroidery over that transfer of stitches from the sewing machine. Those don’t have to be perfect by the way. <div>You could also use embroidery (I’m planning mine- I think I might use tone on tone thread and a variety of stitches from my machine or hand stitches). <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjowj3pgWOM6h6UCyePE_TOd2eCKu9a6HJU1fgBgJlD-zzIavHCAWOVqERSSc49hhyphenhyphenLxoJNW9w_g8HN_ZAWegOBJ73JB6cbdLpdukM8hrlr_WvEzKaIIspwwrltpPqojapEYYhXOm5ztWE/s2048/98944EF9-B215-45C9-8D30-FD3069566C70.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjowj3pgWOM6h6UCyePE_TOd2eCKu9a6HJU1fgBgJlD-zzIavHCAWOVqERSSc49hhyphenhyphenLxoJNW9w_g8HN_ZAWegOBJ73JB6cbdLpdukM8hrlr_WvEzKaIIspwwrltpPqojapEYYhXOm5ztWE/s320/98944EF9-B215-45C9-8D30-FD3069566C70.jpeg" /></a></div><br />I couldn’t wait to lay these sweet little blocks out and get a sense of how my quilt will look... and can’t wait to put on the yo-yo’s! </div><div> </div><div><i>Keep checking back for updates! I'm working on this at least every
few nights- and every chance I get! I will take pics of the entire
process to completion.</i> <br /></div><div><p></p><p>Stay safe & sound! </p><p>Mattie </p><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUfjVsAk-h1j_UuUKI6Y84iLSlV1w2-w9iGuADuNUV6jIy5Dd3Hb4huVLn2Tk8i0TB_qdTA2TKhBQCJIaVt40nGnR29BLyYMmLf0rRY8RPSib5M9r7Blke1LtCSsuTLsS2w-VhrbF6umc/s2048/image.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-60421210991904802252021-02-20T11:39:00.000-08:002021-02-20T11:39:01.046-08:00Let GO & SEW! QUICK READ - and Breathe! Ahhhh..... !<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDnRC7gSyx_lwiCcF45W4bcbcVkXGEL1i1jviaxd2opWNgGJJK3p_OEUwpZwduyhp4g-QvKlFUv-CcQY47bjh-B3KV0ctYWgqEiIMDXJA6agvsnPqT8q06UqUEwge2kOJxtTHRDwhL0iI/s2048/let+go+and+sew.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1663" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDnRC7gSyx_lwiCcF45W4bcbcVkXGEL1i1jviaxd2opWNgGJJK3p_OEUwpZwduyhp4g-QvKlFUv-CcQY47bjh-B3KV0ctYWgqEiIMDXJA6agvsnPqT8q06UqUEwge2kOJxtTHRDwhL0iI/s320/let+go+and+sew.jpg" /></a></div><br />Hi Friends! <br /><p></p><p>I got both of these treats from friends, who obviously know me well! I'm drinking the coffee now while working on a <a href="https://www.quiltsmart.com/shop/c/p/T-Shirt-Quilt-Instructions-Interfacing-x37082616.htm" target="_blank">t-shirt</a> family quilt (cute!) for Allison. If I do decide to step away from the sewing machine today and get dressed, I will wear the shirt! Thank you Christine and Mariann for gifting me these adorable "props"!</p><p>So, today, I'm going to Let GO & SEW (we all already know that it helps!), I hope you can, too!<br /></p><p>Be Safe & Sound,</p><p>Love,</p><p>Mattie</p><p>P.S. Wouldn't those blue and whites make a pretty palette (yes, it is spelled correctly...I just googled it) for a quilt....hmmm.......?</p><p>If you want to get this fabulous duo - the shirt is a Life is Good shirt (I LOVE that company! - and the ampersand!), - the mug you would need to google as the font on the bottom is a -2, I think, and I can't find my magnifying glass. :) </p><p>Hey - you read all the way to the bottom (I think)! Comment below and copy/paste in an email to us at <a href="mailto:info@quiltsmart.com">info@quiltsmart.com</a>, then add your snail mail address - AND I will send you something nice from Quiltsmart!<br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-80082123669974804382021-02-02T01:53:00.002-08:002021-02-02T01:57:50.224-08:00Hearts & Crafts! - 14 little projects for your sweeties and yourself!<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlwSpQMoUe6F6h2BpTW_jkPbGwCZseJfpr_Uk6K7Iw-bhapFVY0j0xuoPXuaWlOKESj7uP1LUCx6_tqIWZmArcoyFOXgQbC5CeyGkUOQLDrHZQa-Qy9I30cEGfhM_BagFB5b-XmdAO668/s590/IMG_2128.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="590" data-original-width="589" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlwSpQMoUe6F6h2BpTW_jkPbGwCZseJfpr_Uk6K7Iw-bhapFVY0j0xuoPXuaWlOKESj7uP1LUCx6_tqIWZmArcoyFOXgQbC5CeyGkUOQLDrHZQa-Qy9I30cEGfhM_BagFB5b-XmdAO668/s320/IMG_2128.jpg" /></a>There are 14 projects on the blog from last year. They were very popular, so I thought we would share them again. Lots of hints and tips, and step by step photos! And - they are just as fun to make this year! I'm making more - I especially love the bowl fillers/pin cushions. I'm making some from my mom's linens for family. <br /></p><p>Here's your link....</p><p><a href="https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/3557479871690052451/6215462546934205202?hl=en" target="_blank">Hearts & Crafts!</a></p><p>The link will take you to the first blog - so scroll through to see them all. A few are pictured here.<br /></p><p>Be Safe & Sound,</p><p>Love, </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLwcdVbRLKuli3St0cCK0OzHAZusaUpVq6bWKIrJDogsZKsdapdfJBbpXdJl7ujACIWz-j_wLPl1lokABXanWesoklDal38gL8ILgfxY85VYmHafFbWUfbPNWa9hwK27SbOuJdiGBPzuI/s1512/IMG_3232.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="1512" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLwcdVbRLKuli3St0cCK0OzHAZusaUpVq6bWKIrJDogsZKsdapdfJBbpXdJl7ujACIWz-j_wLPl1lokABXanWesoklDal38gL8ILgfxY85VYmHafFbWUfbPNWa9hwK27SbOuJdiGBPzuI/s320/IMG_3232.jpeg" /></a></div><p></p>Mattie <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8iM8rcUxIfDkHyr_fjMSNTbLiMAOoPs_Nx2UeLFv_uh8NbVgKXbeDZGHKIVYwcIf8ZN7qyJXW4eL2l4RWG7TRbQwB82dFK86Qwry6-SjozTjDfdrnc_ErkwSuxXbeSknFh_wUkJM1Z0U/s640/IMG_2473.jpg" style="clear: left; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdHmZirUgZdvW7Kw7-HSY4elza0w4BJ1V36a25qm-mjuIl-3UK7MJWT4NtGGPGfCpColMmDI7PazqUkzSrBQ4RSujWSw6ADIem4LXleuKUXfCs5UUzTazsw9qATy5DHg5Ac6qLzjCGUPI/s2703/IMG_6342-1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2703" data-original-width="1163" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdHmZirUgZdvW7Kw7-HSY4elza0w4BJ1V36a25qm-mjuIl-3UK7MJWT4NtGGPGfCpColMmDI7PazqUkzSrBQ4RSujWSw6ADIem4LXleuKUXfCs5UUzTazsw9qATy5DHg5Ac6qLzjCGUPI/w173-h400/IMG_6342-1.jpg" width="173" /></a></div><span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>On... Snowballs!</b></span> <br /><p>My
mind is going crazy with ideas after I read 2 quilt magazines, and 2
quilting books. Mostly what I was inspired by was that in a way...it
was all, "same old, same old" - but, with different layouts and more
modern fabrics. My mind was in a whirl! I'm rather impulsive, .... out
of bed and doing it!<br /></p><p> So.... here is one of the
mind-blowing...ha ha, patterns. A tablerunner from my cookbook, "A
Quilter in the Kitchen". But, I'm using our 4" Quarter Circle instead
of our more common smaller one. This will make the runner fast and
modern! This pattern will be in the upcoming book, "Here are the
Instructions" - A companion book to "A Quilter in the Kitchen". But,
you can have the quick version here for FREE!!!!<br /></p><p>When I was in
5th grade and outside on a snowy day for recess, up on top of a large
pile of bulldozed snow, I turned to the left and ZAP! I saw stars
literally. Down I went as my legs fell under me and my head and eye
were a blur of STARS and pain. So painful, that no cry was let out. I
could not breathe. I pushed snow on my face. The kids were yelling,
"Are you ok?" The next thing I remember is being in the nurse's office
lying down with an ice pack on my eye. The nurse said, "you're going to
have a shiner!"</p><p>My shiner was deep in color as days passed, and as
massive as the snowball that hit me - though I never saw that coming.
The kid who threw it didn't mean to hit me - we were all throwing
snowballs and having a great time. I certainly got a lot of attention for a few days. <br /></p><p>I
did partake in future snowball FUN with my friends and family, and my
own kids when I was older. But, I was always wary of those around me. A
shiner it was - and impressive enough to recall 50 years later. I
thought of calling this quilt "Snowball Shiner".... but that might bring
"ouch" memories to some. Whatever the name, the pattern forms awesome
stars that shine between the snowballs. You can name yours for your
winter memory!</p><p>It's January 3, at 2am as I write this, and I wanted to delve into my
cozy flannels and perhaps use them up a bit (so I can buy more -
yeah!). The Snowball pattern seams to be perfect for this night, as the
wind is howling around the butte (a small mountain to this born
midwesterner), and we are getting a dusting of snow. Bennie is looking
at me like, "Really again? I'm trying to get some sleep here.". <br /></p><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394;">SNOWBALLS RUNNER:</span></b> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyBihFeakNoPEnKrEqYqfKTYD54TohlyhJ2XHchrn6YB09MtEPeQ5_8GWKGYqoDJ5ezbC9hfLuZAKiSR-P3I2O6Cni_KxjoyWyOhbI0tVNMWcOdj90t2ph27sxJYStKZrQi2pfr3sBifM/s1715/Snowball+Illustration+Rough.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1715" data-original-width="1511" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyBihFeakNoPEnKrEqYqfKTYD54TohlyhJ2XHchrn6YB09MtEPeQ5_8GWKGYqoDJ5ezbC9hfLuZAKiSR-P3I2O6Cni_KxjoyWyOhbI0tVNMWcOdj90t2ph27sxJYStKZrQi2pfr3sBifM/w176-h200/Snowball+Illustration+Rough.jpg" width="176" /></a></div>The layout. <br /><p></p><p>My design draft - thinking that I would stop there, but before I knew it I was pulling the fabrics together. I love to design digitally, but legal paper works, too! <br /> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHYLOkPFSZHAd5wDWmadhxa-F1j9VnzHeZ5FlArwUaiFS15AFOlbojfqsryStf3V9TFOw5SI6xhjUXpdcZaSdQMu1gtB2ulkPGu0feZp-Jr7Bx_GI_qpMa4oucrNX9m4RpeN56kSHoZAs/s2016/IMG_6271.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1232" data-original-width="2016" height="122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHYLOkPFSZHAd5wDWmadhxa-F1j9VnzHeZ5FlArwUaiFS15AFOlbojfqsryStf3V9TFOw5SI6xhjUXpdcZaSdQMu1gtB2ulkPGu0feZp-Jr7Bx_GI_qpMa4oucrNX9m4RpeN56kSHoZAs/w200-h122/IMG_6271.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><p>Fabrics... I still don't know if I will use plain white flannel or the mix of the creams (siding toward that as they would probably show less food spillage). </p><p><br /></p><p> <b><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><span style="color: #0b5394;"> </span></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><span style="color: #0b5394;"> </span></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #3d85c6;"><span style="color: #0b5394;">INGREDIENTS:</span></span></b></p><p><span>Quiltsmart 4" <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/site-configuration/products/edit-product.php?action=list&productId=54146950" target="_blank">Quarter Circle Interfacing</a> - 2 panels (makes 56 quarter circles - you will need 40 for this project)</span><br /></p><p>Snowball Fabric: 1/2 yard or scraps (at least 4.5") to total. Cut 5" strips or 10" squares into (40) 5" sq<span>uares (4.5" / 9" will work, it is just tight). <br /></span></p><p><span>Stars Fabric: I would suggest at least 2 fabrics, so you have contrast. 1/8 yard of 2 fabrics, or scraps to total. Cut (40) 3" squares. If you use scraps, you might want to make a few extra so you have choices.<br /></span></p><p><span>HELPFUL TOOLS: <a href="https://www.quiltsmart.com/shop/c/p/Quiltsmart-Pressing-Sheet-x42736060.htm" target="_blank">Applique Pressing Sheet</a>, <a href="https://www.quiltsmart.com/iishop?form_version=2&showSearchResults=1&search_keyword=pointer+creaser&image=Search" target="_blank">Pointer-Creaser</a>, Rotary Cutter, Mat, Ruler. <br /></span></p><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394;">INSTRUCTIONS:</span></b><span><span><span></span></span></span><span></span> <br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1_7-1YLz6X9peb2x3XuFI7iBcMneT80L_lQY1jcfYQCEhOHLEtWW8yULtBS0JCL5CRpvHl7lJeW3PweGzcPCbnvKC2jZeYeF3qtKTnY7W3UnD0nrPWmL9Yotf3OVCJWy4fJElsvNH_0Q/s2016/IMG_6273.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="2016" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1_7-1YLz6X9peb2x3XuFI7iBcMneT80L_lQY1jcfYQCEhOHLEtWW8yULtBS0JCL5CRpvHl7lJeW3PweGzcPCbnvKC2jZeYeF3qtKTnY7W3UnD0nrPWmL9Yotf3OVCJWy4fJElsvNH_0Q/w200-h150/IMG_6273.jpg" width="200" /></a></div><br />1.<span><span> 4-patches: </span></span><span></span>Sew the squares into (10) 4-patches using a 1/4" seam allowance.<p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQeutlsWFfLuaFOVI6M4eQ71HrpfIdDL-lj9uvUpAhRgOnBavpjLPYcCWOcvAh3rkISQOKmDP1Pz-Xk71DcndUGBd43vwOyzF-82822GdDcwWv4KYg6822CsYfHIyhP66PI0wRnHFT0_s/s2015/IMG_6274.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="812" data-original-width="2015" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQeutlsWFfLuaFOVI6M4eQ71HrpfIdDL-lj9uvUpAhRgOnBavpjLPYcCWOcvAh3rkISQOKmDP1Pz-Xk71DcndUGBd43vwOyzF-82822GdDcwWv4KYg6822CsYfHIyhP66PI0wRnHFT0_s/s320/IMG_6274.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p>I laid my 4-patches out to get a sense of how they would go together. I do have a "pattern" with the blocks - I had always used 2 darks and 2 mediums. I turned them alternatively between the darks & mediums.</p><p><br />2.<span><span> Snowballs: </span></span><span>Place interfacing ROUGH side to fabric RIGHT side. Another way to look at it is both will be RIGHT sides up. See notes below. </span></p><p><span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY29Pv_rqEMrsJTOIaXvJQYp1wPyG2RNsTqZ0YR-KM-o7602PW4FxYXevyUmdDroBeEXDSbb_Ai7rH4RLOH1X3gdJUHBCsgjycp7_oSWu6Gv6j0ag1eccXzIt-ocQKrjx04L2vGh5t9js/s2014/InkedIMG_6282_LI.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1511" data-original-width="2014" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY29Pv_rqEMrsJTOIaXvJQYp1wPyG2RNsTqZ0YR-KM-o7602PW4FxYXevyUmdDroBeEXDSbb_Ai7rH4RLOH1X3gdJUHBCsgjycp7_oSWu6Gv6j0ag1eccXzIt-ocQKrjx04L2vGh5t9js/s320/InkedIMG_6282_LI.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />TIP: Pin interfacing to fabric - OR: fuse outside the shape (see blue marker to the left). This will be the part you will cut away. <br /><p></p><p><span><span> </span><span></span>If SCRAPPY: Cut 40 interfacing quarter circles with a rotary cutter and mat. Don't cut on the curved dashed line - leave about a half inch margin outside the curved dashed line. </span></p><p><span>If ONE FABRIC: Just lay the interfacing panel on the fabric. </span></p><p><span>10" SQUARES (left): For a quick process and a good variety, choose (10) 10" squares (9" will do also) and lay one set of snowball quarter circles on each square. You will then end up with 40 quarter circles in a nice variety of 10 different fabrics.<br /></span></p><p><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmpjUnuSHnV5hyphenhyphen-dWLZ4vPRcsCZ8XK5ZwYyzXSfmtQVAnEO_NHuC6CNHaeBbe8fTqcsTfJhKi7GJ0cbgjD-4aWwJrGhlOeSJtAJ8p38OuNCOGA4huPnWm9JUwv1fmS9Ri6GHd7Z8A-djM/s1929/IMG_6275.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1447" data-original-width="1929" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmpjUnuSHnV5hyphenhyphen-dWLZ4vPRcsCZ8XK5ZwYyzXSfmtQVAnEO_NHuC6CNHaeBbe8fTqcsTfJhKi7GJ0cbgjD-4aWwJrGhlOeSJtAJ8p38OuNCOGA4huPnWm9JUwv1fmS9Ri6GHd7Z8A-djM/s320/IMG_6275.jpg" width="320" /></a> </span></p><p><span>3.<span> </span>Stitch on the solid line of the interfacing. Use a 2.0 stitch length.</span></p><p><span><br /></span></p><p><span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwhP-VQOle67zPKl2uskIl4IVqk6_lpBfCE4CFmqVNXtB1Y_SUzvEfnAV3pSbLOBaDY5s_62OU9a22Xt-u6XaDPhpUBxFF5iUum5vhpMSlY06bKy8Y-D9EtmOiWttlP9X3d4vVcCgvtAM/s1791/IMG_6277.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1503" data-original-width="1791" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwhP-VQOle67zPKl2uskIl4IVqk6_lpBfCE4CFmqVNXtB1Y_SUzvEfnAV3pSbLOBaDY5s_62OU9a22Xt-u6XaDPhpUBxFF5iUum5vhpMSlY06bKy8Y-D9EtmOiWttlP9X3d4vVcCgvtAM/s320/IMG_6277.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p><span>4.<span> </span><span></span>Trim on the dashed lines. I use a ruler for the straight lines and a scissors for the curved lines. If you have a light color, trim just inside the curved dashed lines so that the printed line won't show through the fabric. You might want to see first if that will happen, then trim as needed.<br /></span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_-AzxvEbAmTmJc7xGxf7SVd1xadj5uk-GjCUKVwKFY-2xTq7YIh83XD8VS3pIohrCO9ZE1PJVuuxR6JcaWp7IFWAYCyTxz4bB89oZs83xTEfLQ5RNSaWa7l3DeDzTzzn6uTJxVl6AwTE/s2015/IMG_6278.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1511" data-original-width="2015" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_-AzxvEbAmTmJc7xGxf7SVd1xadj5uk-GjCUKVwKFY-2xTq7YIh83XD8VS3pIohrCO9ZE1PJVuuxR6JcaWp7IFWAYCyTxz4bB89oZs83xTEfLQ5RNSaWa7l3DeDzTzzn6uTJxVl6AwTE/s320/IMG_6278.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />5.<span> </span><span></span>Turn gently with your fingers. Using a pointer-creaser or other similar tool, gently stroke BETWEEN the fabric (not the interfacing!) of the seam to smooth the curve. <br /><p></p><p><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy7GJAga6IupnRq276l1iJGHE8RhZDGhyFx_yI0xr3M10RK2_3_g6J19MALtOeCcLKr4lkSTxzGm_nZ0d2lhAyRskYH0kRR_HilT2vEg40owQhQY5uqRQziQcPWuaKd_3ToNIyWuxGVxk/s2016/IMG_6272.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="2016" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy7GJAga6IupnRq276l1iJGHE8RhZDGhyFx_yI0xr3M10RK2_3_g6J19MALtOeCcLKr4lkSTxzGm_nZ0d2lhAyRskYH0kRR_HilT2vEg40owQhQY5uqRQziQcPWuaKd_3ToNIyWuxGVxk/w200-h150/IMG_6272.jpg" width="200" /></a> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> <br /></span></p><p><span> </span><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgezsMe7ZCVXHhPRtrFy9MnBa_9LzE8XhmiM0WQkQFv5_hfvGvrc8iDlHU1LQfKHiKp7wveO9NpcVHf4BVAH1XBIN43tZejNhTmv_YezLQUmKFSjQ8y4ruHPRcPuS-iEOhlEAh-VyEcUgI/s1947/IMG_6284.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1459" data-original-width="1947" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgezsMe7ZCVXHhPRtrFy9MnBa_9LzE8XhmiM0WQkQFv5_hfvGvrc8iDlHU1LQfKHiKp7wveO9NpcVHf4BVAH1XBIN43tZejNhTmv_YezLQUmKFSjQ8y4ruHPRcPuS-iEOhlEAh-VyEcUgI/s320/IMG_6284.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> </span><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGJ41N0C6MPWpI5gAx_uIikKOJTbBXtsqmy15FBtr_35y7XBWXLJzXMUoITKkxMCNtQvlPxu_MLPMnE-HetPCSILwEaVr-RrpeqO-_UL-tqHddRsPQEtOmeLGcIqPSqI5d5EhjgSoCZ30/s2015/IMG_6285.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1511" data-original-width="2015" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGJ41N0C6MPWpI5gAx_uIikKOJTbBXtsqmy15FBtr_35y7XBWXLJzXMUoITKkxMCNtQvlPxu_MLPMnE-HetPCSILwEaVr-RrpeqO-_UL-tqHddRsPQEtOmeLGcIqPSqI5d5EhjgSoCZ30/s320/IMG_6285.jpg" width="320" /></a></span><span> 6.<span> </span><span></span>Lay the Pressing Sheet on your
ironing surface. Lay a 4-patch on that. Place the quarter circles
along the edges as shown here. This is not intuitive. One might think
that the corners should match - but, no ...the curved edge goes over the
4-patch straight edge. You can mix up the Quarter Circles, or place in
any design you wish.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Fold the quarter circles in half and place that crease along the seam of the 4-patch. the edges of the curve will meet with the corners of the 4-patch - but you may need to tweak it a bit to make the quarter circles form a square. </span><span></span><br /></p><p></p><p><span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxxOojtvpTViZXcTtCenI7dkZ9OFY8XL7GxEnJ5hJF4sRoGqj_2MA7952BOvFahSEJMUbW8uCTX_4fMw52w1eVRjmPjGpS6maknkQVuGixbL1-qUy1k2hR05rSnZDDrtU60A7FnnmIRQM/s1917/IMG_6283.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1439" data-original-width="1917" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxxOojtvpTViZXcTtCenI7dkZ9OFY8XL7GxEnJ5hJF4sRoGqj_2MA7952BOvFahSEJMUbW8uCTX_4fMw52w1eVRjmPjGpS6maknkQVuGixbL1-qUy1k2hR05rSnZDDrtU60A7FnnmIRQM/s320/IMG_6283.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />7.<span> </span><span>On each block, z</span>igzag stitch<i> (My fav: 1.5mm width, 2.5mm length, but if you are a beginner, try 2.0mm width and length until you are comfortable with the stitch and then set it to the setting that you want.)</i> along the 4 turned edges of the quarter circles with contrast, decorative, invisible, or blending thread. <p></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span> <br /></span></p><p><span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivakmqn7xHhZa5Ho6UZYnYKzyj7lNW0LbKTmYkp4SzUfjMduVhErKQ8hsucrZGtSnLmBdHJHrUDdA4OUW-zpvI-TjL_3Z7MB1VKwIIFzbM7aczxWSjp_5EsOZ4mArOTwioNmznyDGYJmU/s2015/IMG_6290.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1511" data-original-width="2015" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivakmqn7xHhZa5Ho6UZYnYKzyj7lNW0LbKTmYkp4SzUfjMduVhErKQ8hsucrZGtSnLmBdHJHrUDdA4OUW-zpvI-TjL_3Z7MB1VKwIIFzbM7aczxWSjp_5EsOZ4mArOTwioNmznyDGYJmU/s320/IMG_6290.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />8. Turn blocks over and cut away the interfacing and part of the fabric along the zigzagged curved seam lines. Leave about 1/4" - 3/8" seam.<p></p><p><span><br /></span></p><p><span><br /></span></p><p><span><br /></span></p><p><span><br /></span></p><p><br /><span><span><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSZYoNXSUzzTT6qULhKp_2R0uOeTscU3xtD8jntG4c2I2lmYjWYCSCvp_HNejfFCbX2IIRst3g3lB7WSZ15CQc7ghTgN4H5voMlNHnxk8VtHVN5SWD-XiPx50cdT1sFILrxmHvmpLFTDs/s2016/IMG_6291.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="2016" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSZYoNXSUzzTT6qULhKp_2R0uOeTscU3xtD8jntG4c2I2lmYjWYCSCvp_HNejfFCbX2IIRst3g3lB7WSZ15CQc7ghTgN4H5voMlNHnxk8VtHVN5SWD-XiPx50cdT1sFILrxmHvmpLFTDs/w320-h240/IMG_6291.jpg" width="320" /></a></span> </span></span></p><p><span><span>9.<span> Pin two squares together where the quarter circles meet, matching them. Matching the corners and the pinned spot, </span>stitch
the squares together in a 2 x 5 array, using a 1/4" seam allowance.
Stitch one row, then add the next. Use the marking at the end of the quarter circles as a guide for the
quarter inch seam, not an absolute. Press seams open or to one side.<br /></span></span></p><p><span><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEsgwxcJcXTEb7sad-4ivZa5rVxYu2Etk4Qp5mAMOQ_3ssidKhnczbR1PvQfj3m3TCkacvpC44FY2kB3K7enwsdLCeY5JhBpMhw0ZB6ztjxUFjCatEzIlz0-c-S2zKoJzBBxxRhIonwDg/s1723/IMG_6293.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1499" data-original-width="1723" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEsgwxcJcXTEb7sad-4ivZa5rVxYu2Etk4Qp5mAMOQ_3ssidKhnczbR1PvQfj3m3TCkacvpC44FY2kB3K7enwsdLCeY5JhBpMhw0ZB6ztjxUFjCatEzIlz0-c-S2zKoJzBBxxRhIonwDg/s320/IMG_6293.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><p></p><p><span>10.<span><span> </span></span>Quilt and bind as you wish. </span><br /></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <br /></p><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394;"></span></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDoLHd5IernRCS-Bz8QVICdYKklhvwfFN7T_0ChFVQ3NQPYe03Kmcf847cSrmEzmKBcQzxHFTK0RZYmgcs2Os7bzRztUMfb50JpeZQlvE7dtqZTsrJioFC_Zrmjf8NIhl4q5a7NLiaWdk/s2048/IMG_6318-1.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1479" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDoLHd5IernRCS-Bz8QVICdYKklhvwfFN7T_0ChFVQ3NQPYe03Kmcf847cSrmEzmKBcQzxHFTK0RZYmgcs2Os7bzRztUMfb50JpeZQlvE7dtqZTsrJioFC_Zrmjf8NIhl4q5a7NLiaWdk/s320/IMG_6318-1.jpg" width="320" /></a></b></div><p><span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>SNOWBALLS RECIPE:</b></span><b><span style="color: #0b5394;"> </span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394;">A vegetarian version of the recipe in "A Quilter in the Kitchen" (available January 2021).<br /></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394;">Serves: 2-4 people. <i>Serve about 6-10 Snowballs per person, depending on how big they are, and if you are serving other tummy warming winter side dishes. </i></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394;"><i> </i></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394;"><br /></span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394;">INGREDIENTS:</span></b></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh-B0AZLL3iMJLwG0RzEF-NsspeA3t13Qao2BZF_-6hHWbcF0RzAioxBLSbBU5HpDL-wlqxKZYmGPz0fJC8YiEDz_o0j7NqjRcJAW7b_EgPO5SfcARj7-paq0fIZB_wcP0HY-NEYzlWho/s2016/IMG_6336.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2016" data-original-width="1512" height="193" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhh-B0AZLL3iMJLwG0RzEF-NsspeA3t13Qao2BZF_-6hHWbcF0RzAioxBLSbBU5HpDL-wlqxKZYmGPz0fJC8YiEDz_o0j7NqjRcJAW7b_EgPO5SfcARj7-paq0fIZB_wcP0HY-NEYzlWho/w145-h193/IMG_6336.jpg" width="145" /></a><b><span style="color: #0b5394;"></span></b><span><span>"Meat"balls: 1 package frozen plant-based "meat" balls (or regular frozen meatballs). </span></span></p><p><span><span>Yogurt Sauce:<br /></span></span></p><p><span><span>1 cup Greek plain nonfat yogurt - at room temperature (so the yogurt won't curdle).<br /></span></span></p><p><span><span>2 cloves garlic (cut very small & saute in a tiny bit of olive oil or butter)</span></span></p><p><span><span>3 Tablespoons Almond Milk (you could use any kind of milk)</span></span></p><p><span><span>4 Tablespoons Shredded Parmesan Cheese.</span></span></p><p><span><span> </span></span><b><span style="color: #0b5394;">INSTRUCTIONS:</span></b></p><p><span><span>1. Prepare meatballs according to package instructions. </span></span></p><p><span><span>2. While meatballs are cooking, mix yogurt, sauteed garlic, and milk together. </span></span></p><p><span><span>3. When meatballs are ready, put them in a serving bowl (or individual bowls/plates), and top with room temp yogurt sauce. </span></span></p><p><span><span>4. Sprinkle with Parmesan Cheese. Serve immediately. </span></span></p><p><i><span><span>Leftovers: These are also great served cold for lunch!</span></span></i></p><p><br /><span><span><span><span>Enjoy & Keep Safe!</span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span>Mattie </span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span>Quiltsmart Inc.</span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span>Founder & President </span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaPiNx-73GNf9odeJpzQ65SERBSsgp-JClVsIxuBBl70Xihl5umXy_2jjiH2yLz1nDid7IRU0vWn_SwiVthlJJ5YIv6EE5RpwqusN5e9ddl-4dbhWNHBAds1UrQe6erDq8NYDieJRKPi4/s2016/IMG_6338.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="2016" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaPiNx-73GNf9odeJpzQ65SERBSsgp-JClVsIxuBBl70Xihl5umXy_2jjiH2yLz1nDid7IRU0vWn_SwiVthlJJ5YIv6EE5RpwqusN5e9ddl-4dbhWNHBAds1UrQe6erDq8NYDieJRKPi4/s320/IMG_6338.jpg" width="320" /></a></span></span></span><b><i><span style="color: #0b5394;">Tip: To decorate on a budget, pull from what you have. Use little figurines and bowl fillers
(wool balls for the dryer!), pine sprigs from the Christmas
tree or an outdoor bush, magazines, and though not pictured - little
photos of nostalgia winter fun!</span></i></b></span></span></span></span> <br /></span></span></span></span></p><p><span><span><span><br /></span></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiOd9oSKjGziizhBU8HEDKFSjNaRv8_I_t2mMHOj69czyfvPX6EAtfthFteCLLYymEzhwNpLtbU1nQFNqpdDp8XjiZ477hFRCt4Yhl4p8g7az_D0I_OTNuL5gPNjTuUXxS-Byj21gdcm4/s2016/IMG_6343.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1512" data-original-width="2016" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiOd9oSKjGziizhBU8HEDKFSjNaRv8_I_t2mMHOj69czyfvPX6EAtfthFteCLLYymEzhwNpLtbU1nQFNqpdDp8XjiZ477hFRCt4Yhl4p8g7az_D0I_OTNuL5gPNjTuUXxS-Byj21gdcm4/s320/IMG_6343.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><span><br /></span><p></p><p><span><span><br /></span></span></p><p><span><span><br /></span></span></p><span><br /><br /></span><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394;"> </span></b></p><p><b><span style="color: #0b5394;"> </span></b> <br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-19696870718505126872020-11-13T11:28:00.007-08:002024-03-22T13:13:15.722-07:00We all need attention. AND: Truck & Tree FREE Instructions!I was cleaning out my "pattern" cupboard - that is in quotes because it had precious few patterns and much more fabric - and looked over to see this sight. Awh..... popped out of my mouth! Bennie did not get his usual walk today, or even a trip to the office, as it is crazy nasty weather and I didn't want him to go out. <p></p><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6uJiLh3QIqHLIqcH7wlWaIxYna9PV-y8pBNnWsP3mifVF5VSQC8JP0FzlBUd9q6WW4UDYftBIi5tmFk87KgnXf34Ty-0tiOfKRSoqszOJujicxyc4qF3AmJzf7qTO-mPZU4Xb0yUyTTk/s1963/bennie+and+toy.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1473" data-original-width="1963" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6uJiLh3QIqHLIqcH7wlWaIxYna9PV-y8pBNnWsP3mifVF5VSQC8JP0FzlBUd9q6WW4UDYftBIi5tmFk87KgnXf34Ty-0tiOfKRSoqszOJujicxyc4qF3AmJzf7qTO-mPZU4Xb0yUyTTk/s320/bennie+and+toy.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>I put him on the porch so he could decide for himself and he turned right around and went back in - but I don't think he understood my "mom knows best" intent. </div><p></p><p style="text-align: left;">Once he realized he wasn't going anywhere, he started taking out the toys (neat and findable now that I have my adorable little pantry with a dog toy basket on the bottom open shelf- another blog). I played with him for a bit, giving him that attention he was craving and also getting a few steps in for the day, then had to get to work on a new idea that we have - we are so excited!</p><p style="text-align: left;">Note the truck pillow in the background - made with our 2.5" grid. So fun! I call it "Truck & Tree" - very clever, right? <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Grid-25-4-panel-PACK-x38617684.htm" target="_blank">2.5" Grid Panel</a> The wheels are our ZigZapp 5, 4, 3" circles. <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/ZigZapps-5-4-3-Circles-Panel-x37082637.htm" target="_blank">5, 4, 3" ZigZapps Circles</a> I used the 3", but you could do a monster truck with bigger wheels! </p><p style="text-align: left;"><a href="https://media.rainpos.com/8837/truck_tree_download_with_lop_and_fuse_instructions.pdf" target="_blank">Truck & Tree Instructions - Free Download</a> </p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoQun_vcEaE4LlAEEVSrwPCOqP3gGPtUCPi-z9OakViFUuh3L7XW-ky1LMUPteNudKhie-qnSZnWma3n05ELiSO7KCQDsrXbY3l4qtkUUEknpSU3BBiKaQSurZI_qX_e07t3NcW6q-J0w/s1804/a+truck+2.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1353" data-original-width="1804" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoQun_vcEaE4LlAEEVSrwPCOqP3gGPtUCPi-z9OakViFUuh3L7XW-ky1LMUPteNudKhie-qnSZnWma3n05ELiSO7KCQDsrXbY3l4qtkUUEknpSU3BBiKaQSurZI_qX_e07t3NcW6q-J0w/s320/a+truck+2.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>The hubcaps and "star" are from the
scrap button jar. I spray painted them silver with a leftover can of
paint....soooo - free! I love "free"! <br /><p></p><p style="text-align: left;">I used my
"signature"...ha ha, not sure if it is "mine", envelope back treatment of 2
fat quarters folded and overlapped to fit the pillow size, then stitched right sides together to the pillow top. This works
great for 16" and 18" pillows.</p><p style="text-align: left;">Back to
work as our target date for the latest big idea pattern is... - better not say,
will put to much pressure on me. Let's just say it is close.</p><p style="text-align: left;">Let us know your comments about this post and we will send you a coupon code. info@quiltsmart.com.<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;"> Take care, sew for therapy, & take time to give attention to your loved ones and yourself!<br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">Love,</p>Mattie<p style="margin-left: 120px; text-align: left;"> </p><p style="margin-left: 40px; text-align: left;"> </p><br /><div><div><p style="margin-left: 40px; text-align: left;"><br /></p></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-4324526179484495852020-10-12T00:55:00.008-07:002024-03-22T13:13:24.491-07:00Halloween FUN: pretty smart APRON HACKS & pumpkin cookie RECIPE!<p></p><p> Hi Quiltsmarties....</p><p>These were SO FUN, I wanted to share again this year! Let us know if you..we would love to see pics on Instagram, Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter.....! Let us know if you made a costume from our Pretty Smart Apron - we would LOVE to see a pic!<br /></p><p>Take Care & Enjoy.... <br /></p><p>Mattie</p><p><br /></p><p></p><p></p><p><b>Home for Halloween Fun: Pretty Smart Apron Hacks & Pumpkin Cookie Recipe!</b></p><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_645Qp4aQ2GHuHaOyGgzEV5TJXNv1WG-cgP0ovko7IFFLrPVMpKxFvHtJvIJfAkVbM1clOpHLpQb7Z5LQvzoQosPm4FGv0I2w708gY8Zha_j2xAw4k-fSIS-hgG91lKlln9v0sYhPllk/s1280/group.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1280" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_645Qp4aQ2GHuHaOyGgzEV5TJXNv1WG-cgP0ovko7IFFLrPVMpKxFvHtJvIJfAkVbM1clOpHLpQb7Z5LQvzoQosPm4FGv0I2w708gY8Zha_j2xAw4k-fSIS-hgG91lKlln9v0sYhPllk/s320/group.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Home for Halloween Fun!</div><div style="text-align: left;">Reversible, darling apron that can be made into a quick Halloween costume or play clothing!</div><div style="text-align: left;">See a recording of this project on Facebook LIVE (October 8, 2020). <br /></div><p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div><div><p> </p><p>DOROTHY:</p>Model: Mattie, Quiltsmart President & Founder, Creative Director, Bend, Oregon <br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAJ_0jAnz_LNnL365Q81oWxcW-HaplzfS1x9T5Cyui83LlISmVId-7EbMhf7WrgulHLbTYsaNUhKH2DK50pcet5IwbD4DUma3KDezfvWLzvFJGsIoS18_a4xUmBe9klCEl6WD8aWZ4PfA/s1280/Mattie+base.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="832" height="249" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAJ_0jAnz_LNnL365Q81oWxcW-HaplzfS1x9T5Cyui83LlISmVId-7EbMhf7WrgulHLbTYsaNUhKH2DK50pcet5IwbD4DUma3KDezfvWLzvFJGsIoS18_a4xUmBe9klCEl6WD8aWZ4PfA/w162-h249/Mattie+base.png" width="162" /></a> </div><div>Base Outfit: <br /><div>White t-shirt or blouse<br /></div>Jeans or skirt</div><div> </div><div><br /><div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVm5uBrhA_wW1xsKFHkIDE6kkgxTnKXkuB63GBB23PrBzPApoyVYEAg6y6UoXZjc2UQFSty5p_VpSmRHuzIKgpWWwh7yEmQfbIzcJilB2Hah_l4JHUWMsxDWMNuk0HeveirClw-xIyok8/s474/dorothy.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="474" data-original-width="348" height="223" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVm5uBrhA_wW1xsKFHkIDE6kkgxTnKXkuB63GBB23PrBzPApoyVYEAg6y6UoXZjc2UQFSty5p_VpSmRHuzIKgpWWwh7yEmQfbIzcJilB2Hah_l4JHUWMsxDWMNuk0HeveirClw-xIyok8/w164-h223/dorothy.jpg" width="164" /></a> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>Attributes of Dorothy:<div>Blue and white checked dress.</div><div>Two white buttons on the dress at the waistline. <br /></div><div>Red shoes.</div><div>Basket with Toto dog.</div><div>Pigtails. </div><div><div><br /></div><div>Sewing Variations: </div><div>I cut the ties at 4" wide x 36". A little wider so they are more of an accent. Turn with a Fasturn #6.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVEDZ1cKBASFyS1Y0PhyphenhyphenqCTz1apSkAAByyd7N5xsbwLHx3rL8dABc3T7ytQz3_WM84M-cnFjrIzT78_IeMsQnRy1gT8MSNmpsSv4zG6fa58nOv9MxFrgy4v849xDecmD_BbyxM1Ku_OtU/s2016/sheep+reverse+side.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2016" data-original-width="1512" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVEDZ1cKBASFyS1Y0PhyphenhyphenqCTz1apSkAAByyd7N5xsbwLHx3rL8dABc3T7ytQz3_WM84M-cnFjrIzT78_IeMsQnRy1gT8MSNmpsSv4zG6fa58nOv9MxFrgy4v849xDecmD_BbyxM1Ku_OtU/w161-h214/sheep+reverse+side.jpg" width="161" /></a></div><br /><div>Barmop
cream towel takes the place of the reverse skirt.The Dorothy side has
the same fabric as the bib top, which was made from kitchen cloth
napkins. <br /></div><div> </div><div>Embellishments for Apron:</div><div>Reverse side is sheep print fabric. I raised them for 8 years, and still are very fond of the sweet creatures.</div><br /><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXwZj4LcNNNfGfD6rJE2kS3vNlPSS_9LyvR5RytOH4AZsZ4piEztm62guQ_3mHyjjCJgaJBJlXBpxf6OuYN1O1akfSOuqGhtX_OI6_Kq3BtBDMUFsbjFfg5cQUM3dIrwfoJb1Y2kLZeP8/s1252/buttons.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1235" data-original-width="1252" height="157" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXwZj4LcNNNfGfD6rJE2kS3vNlPSS_9LyvR5RytOH4AZsZ4piEztm62guQ_3mHyjjCJgaJBJlXBpxf6OuYN1O1akfSOuqGhtX_OI6_Kq3BtBDMUFsbjFfg5cQUM3dIrwfoJb1Y2kLZeP8/w159-h157/buttons.jpg" width="159" /></a></div>White Buttons. </div><div>Gathered skirt. The "real" Dorothy had a smooth waistline, probably a bias cut, but gathered was easier for this rendition</div></div></div></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><br /><div><p> </p><p>WITCH:</p><p>Model: Kathleen, Quiltsmart Enthusiast, Kensosha, Wisconsin<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiddRx2rdpW3bpldbJb0Xlfx3TTbZtrAHNBIGfWHMAPl3bszNtPja6-M2TzD98jVCsf-Jwkq4YZQjvQGwLR6fT_iAORQEaO2qBmysA73BDjNOuwO2IQ53JTbmG5qAUmuEkyx81bbfaqNAA/s1080/Kathleen+base.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="743" height="222" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiddRx2rdpW3bpldbJb0Xlfx3TTbZtrAHNBIGfWHMAPl3bszNtPja6-M2TzD98jVCsf-Jwkq4YZQjvQGwLR6fT_iAORQEaO2qBmysA73BDjNOuwO2IQ53JTbmG5qAUmuEkyx81bbfaqNAA/w153-h222/Kathleen+base.png" width="153" /></a> </div><div>Base Outfit: </div><div>Black leggings & skirt or dress.<br /></div><div>Black long sleeve top. </div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6DfrIkoQWznRveq9Lp9zIbsYxeqJa3Q-Kkd7kSgsHWrA3BFowkvt4rM2oyhuE-KGA7c7FeG9enVfAiaTHdZE5LYaWftaqYyTD4YZhUTxBbIiHFeFHDEz29QWOwlK8off6e09ShzvVtXQ/s1650/k+witch+without+pocket.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1650" data-original-width="900" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6DfrIkoQWznRveq9Lp9zIbsYxeqJa3Q-Kkd7kSgsHWrA3BFowkvt4rM2oyhuE-KGA7c7FeG9enVfAiaTHdZE5LYaWftaqYyTD4YZhUTxBbIiHFeFHDEz29QWOwlK8off6e09ShzvVtXQ/s320/k+witch+without+pocket.jpg" /></a></div></div></div><br /><div><div>Attributes of witch:</div><div>Black Hat</div><div>Black outfit <br /></div><div>Broom</div><div><br /></div><div><div>Accessories: </div><div>Colorful socks</div><div>Witch hat</div>Broom. </div><div><br /></div></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTl-qkYnpgrdei6FEMvLKpy1XKlP-nuOpcKu8d0at4nQRSczBy7pflT7YD4CgcF0fd0j8sV8tebmo1z9C03ZjlPMEG9bIYMznvt-B4bNX5S3IcKsVsFbmv8Goq_FK5To0raED0LFDqYZo/s193/9DEA2022-1406-4012-9033-F0C1E3B0A320.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="179" data-original-width="193" height="146" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTl-qkYnpgrdei6FEMvLKpy1XKlP-nuOpcKu8d0at4nQRSczBy7pflT7YD4CgcF0fd0j8sV8tebmo1z9C03ZjlPMEG9bIYMznvt-B4bNX5S3IcKsVsFbmv8Goq_FK5To0raED0LFDqYZo/w157-h146/9DEA2022-1406-4012-9033-F0C1E3B0A320.jpeg" width="157" /></a></div><br />Embellishments for Apron:</div><div>Purchased embroidered towel with Halloween motif. </div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div>BEE:</div></div><div><p>Model: Terri, Quiltsmart Customer Service, Johnstown, Pennsylvania </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmouXUDBZi0T8SAiTyEDprUTc2ii6UqSR1Lm3uy4AmMqvlSaSqiyU5HxiBkwecef-mh-75wy8TRxJMp2py5J8lzRy3Ak-BuiR2TJ8OcknAL8TgkEAWkPKX25_kO5j8tdfSdpafoyu4lFw/s1078/Terri+Bee.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1078" data-original-width="802" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmouXUDBZi0T8SAiTyEDprUTc2ii6UqSR1Lm3uy4AmMqvlSaSqiyU5HxiBkwecef-mh-75wy8TRxJMp2py5J8lzRy3Ak-BuiR2TJ8OcknAL8TgkEAWkPKX25_kO5j8tdfSdpafoyu4lFw/w149-h200/Terri+Bee.png" width="149" /></a></div><br /></div><br />Base Outfit: <br /><div>Black Leggings.<br /></div><div>Black Long Sleeve top. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeWoRJrbCQ7MVCjLb9YM7ybwlE2Ior7i51RmxZ-pDQqG4G2ryUvjio86UMFnb0Rb3ulJ5kgWtqCXvy0V-8oMu3HDFH7zcK3q5koI63fVlILwA94Glc5UXb6g7HePCxHMabj6n9ffCpduo/s957/Terri+Bee.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="957" data-original-width="599" height="245" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeWoRJrbCQ7MVCjLb9YM7ybwlE2Ior7i51RmxZ-pDQqG4G2ryUvjio86UMFnb0Rb3ulJ5kgWtqCXvy0V-8oMu3HDFH7zcK3q5koI63fVlILwA94Glc5UXb6g7HePCxHMabj6n9ffCpduo/w153-h245/Terri+Bee.png" width="153" /></a></div><br /></div>Sewing Variations: <p>I stitched (4) 3.5" strips of gold and (5) 2.5" strips of black together to make the fabric for the bib front. </p><div><div>Attributes of Bee:</div><div>Gold and black body <br /></div><div>Antenna</div><div><br /></div></div><div>Embellishments for Apron:</div><div>Striped fabric OR sew stripes together for front.<br /></div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div>SCARECROW: <br /></div><div>Model: Theresa, Quiltsmart Sewer, Redmond, Oregon </div><div> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmNcbHPsryR07sSm4y5e5NSzkqvBNgl9hQlg2qbLZ-trRsw5s2MsIY1SReNiEgStOKSy0gZ1nWeIuU62vkM_b3Ikh5JX30OcYsjoRMvHopHv1ZNsgFWLgCU7dUoOPNvHjSpfFumyeDdvE/s1280/IMG_1032.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1101" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmNcbHPsryR07sSm4y5e5NSzkqvBNgl9hQlg2qbLZ-trRsw5s2MsIY1SReNiEgStOKSy0gZ1nWeIuU62vkM_b3Ikh5JX30OcYsjoRMvHopHv1ZNsgFWLgCU7dUoOPNvHjSpfFumyeDdvE/w172-h200/IMG_1032.jpg" width="172" /></a></div>Base Outfit:</div><div>Jeans & long sleeve t-shirt or flannel shirt. </div><div><br /></div><div>Sewing Variations:</div><div>None. The reverse side can be seasonal or a motif - anything you like!</div><div><br /></div><div>Attributes of Scarecrow:</div><div>Flannel Shirt</div><div>Torn Pants</div><div>Hay from neck, arms, feet. <br /></div><div><br /><div> </div><div>MERMAID: <br /></div><div>Model: Coco, Quiltsmart Enthusiast, Minneapolis, Minnesota</div><div><br /></div></div></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLPh-GAQ0bspp1O6IlZhRAmOFUd1r2dnQbanRzfzdOp0hOxOz8NLZbhTGpmeOrj9w8EcY9IHR2z5yp1I_rGAW-SOL4LXONP00NRYpcZbwCstBE42D7apZLgTOrX0ang2HyiU4d-dJMbNU/s636/coco+base+2.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="636" data-original-width="615" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLPh-GAQ0bspp1O6IlZhRAmOFUd1r2dnQbanRzfzdOp0hOxOz8NLZbhTGpmeOrj9w8EcY9IHR2z5yp1I_rGAW-SOL4LXONP00NRYpcZbwCstBE42D7apZLgTOrX0ang2HyiU4d-dJMbNU/w193-h200/coco+base+2.png" width="193" /></a>Base Outfit: <div>Shirt to match skin tone.<br /></div><div>Shorts, leggings, or jeans - colors from the apron fabric or skin tone.<br /></div><div><br /></div>Sewing Variations: <p>I used 7/8" twill tape for the ties - super quick & easy!</p><p>Tail: Glittery fabric, full width folded in half and gathered. We zigzagged across the gathers, then attached with a safety pin to the other side. Easy to put on, and to take off! You could make a longer tail to cover her feet, but we kind of liked the little feet showing. Our mermaids have feet under their tails!<br /></p><p>Reverse side was made into a Snow White apron - by simply using a
yellow bar mop for the skirt, blue and a red sash on top. I sewed the
red sash to the blue top before making the bib. I also put the mermaid
fabric and the yellow barmop right sides together, stitched edges,
turned, zigzagged the top, then put into the bib apron top as one piece. </p><div style="text-align: left;">If
you know the apron is for a child, make the bib the “shorter folks”
length.... 7-8 yr old. Once made, the sides of the bib can be tucked
under if necessary. </div><div style="text-align: left;">For
a tiny tot, ..... you would need a smaller apron. You could try
forming the Market Bag into a costume, using the dress variation in
those instructions.</div><div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjscKc3jNF914AP39ufksXYHtB1FTFuokT_uWLJ1pMEdKjOsTQqbdjWMCHeCccimKYeA0cDXfKxCy55a2CDf_ql1QnduCpEs1eHgf1H4QFLe2fQQRzPvrKKg3VAnVg3EZkAoNZePF_8USE/s640/cc+mermaid.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="196" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjscKc3jNF914AP39ufksXYHtB1FTFuokT_uWLJ1pMEdKjOsTQqbdjWMCHeCccimKYeA0cDXfKxCy55a2CDf_ql1QnduCpEs1eHgf1H4QFLe2fQQRzPvrKKg3VAnVg3EZkAoNZePF_8USE/w196-h196/cc+mermaid.png" width="196" /></a></div></div></div></div><div><div><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="345" height="235" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgIKYATd3siW-5EQevTi-Q3xufz85vDhnfkRmPZjU7L5t9P3KSHPW1JYVNsmUmW7CcedHUUsU9SnfzZkJjpmWx3hyo58QDwTkUzf-YbP7tCgB124jUSrI09wmyC2Qxd9FPJA9-YTtSAMI/w126-h235/coco+standing.png" width="126" /> </div><div> </div><div>Attributes of Snow White:</div><div>Blue top with red sash, large white collar. </div><div>Yellow skirt.</div>Black hair with red bow.</div><div>Birds light on her finger. <br /></div><div> </div><div>Base Outfit: </div><div>Blue puffed sleeve blouse or t-shirt.</div><div>Jeans, or yellow skirt, pants, or leggings.<br /></div><div> </div><div><p>MINNIE:</p><p>Model: Sue, Quiltsmart Sewer and Consumer Sewing Consultant, Pennsylvania </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0CL-lEYzQTOq02cVxQfenn31e-gt9NxVh_8HlT3pxi8GrhgRy60nh15WIHcj_Q5cbB2q_hexZ-_LgR6XX7uaiNY_GHeK89ImvYNatg-_oP4J69E9JBXcvSI4nbnMVwjsA_hQvCCbtrKM/s640/IMG_5347-1.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="640" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0CL-lEYzQTOq02cVxQfenn31e-gt9NxVh_8HlT3pxi8GrhgRy60nh15WIHcj_Q5cbB2q_hexZ-_LgR6XX7uaiNY_GHeK89ImvYNatg-_oP4J69E9JBXcvSI4nbnMVwjsA_hQvCCbtrKM/w200-h200/IMG_5347-1.png" width="200" /></a></div><br />Base Outfit: <br /><div>Black Leggings & skirt.<br /></div><div>Black Long Sleeve top. </div><div>OR, dress and stockings.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjum1wC7S6sHHkQz0fpmJCtODysCLnt7BwxdWKee5SCSTR8Q0ak-MIrkVyHbVkcaUTXbETFxFar1xO3jEANRwAtjdPOI3vjIC-k_JGX68ukEnmc7m_oq-1pszIihgFcZle5wg-Y0HG2MfQ/s1280/sue+Minnie.png" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="672" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjum1wC7S6sHHkQz0fpmJCtODysCLnt7BwxdWKee5SCSTR8Q0ak-MIrkVyHbVkcaUTXbETFxFar1xO3jEANRwAtjdPOI3vjIC-k_JGX68ukEnmc7m_oq-1pszIihgFcZle5wg-Y0HG2MfQ/s320/sue+Minnie.png" /></a></div>Sewing Variations: I cut the ties at 4" wide x 36". A little wider so they are more of an accent. Turn with a Fasturn #6.<p>Barmop red towel takes the place of the skirt.</p><div><div>Attributes of Minnie:</div><div>Shirt:
Red fabric, white dots. Skirt: Polka Dot (I flipped that for this
apron because I like the towel sewn right in to the apron.<br /></div><div>Red polka dot bow. I made a bow and tied it to a headband.</div><div>Yellow Shoes</div><div>White Gloves<br /></div><div><br /></div></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEgESYGDKDDoaE7pRSdGDNwtRBCkiZd7J6T8aXr-QNLJoLHu1iqzw_17_d3bj6Dhyphenhyphenk4JIdR3NHb3Dk4AkobcPi8lo39VWuS0G9wOl1Nn0P9v1yubsd551EgEbsZNeK6SueSmDB5ktVFAo/s2048/3FFC48A3-7879-49C1-89E9-9DBFED750885.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1708" data-original-width="2048" height="141" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEgESYGDKDDoaE7pRSdGDNwtRBCkiZd7J6T8aXr-QNLJoLHu1iqzw_17_d3bj6Dhyphenhyphenk4JIdR3NHb3Dk4AkobcPi8lo39VWuS0G9wOl1Nn0P9v1yubsd551EgEbsZNeK6SueSmDB5ktVFAo/w170-h141/3FFC48A3-7879-49C1-89E9-9DBFED750885.jpeg" width="170" /></a></div>Embellishments for Apron:</div><div>Purchased ruffle trim on the bib top to give a puffed sleeve effect. </div><div>Eyelet around the pocket.</div><div>Chocolate print fabric is on the reverse side! <br /></div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> </div> </div><div><p>COWGIRL:</p><p>Model: Lavelle, Quiltsmart Social Media Manager, Bend, Oregon </p><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2ez0nkNqFg0_huV3tY3tg-m5swGe9LCmoldbz_iHItUYYjsE_tKhMSeq3S6rshZP5UD2oUMv-ResuTbpAFOSi9kOkGmRN4VLIWTW6SQy7KMdz6KTAR25Pm3vAbWgR4iynIrQYxupANCo/s640/base.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2ez0nkNqFg0_huV3tY3tg-m5swGe9LCmoldbz_iHItUYYjsE_tKhMSeq3S6rshZP5UD2oUMv-ResuTbpAFOSi9kOkGmRN4VLIWTW6SQy7KMdz6KTAR25Pm3vAbWgR4iynIrQYxupANCo/s320/base.jpg" /></a></div>Base Outfit: <div style="text-align: left;">Jeans</div><div style="text-align: left;">Western Shirt </div><div style="text-align: left;">Boots </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div>Attributes of Cowgirl:</div><div>Shirt:Western style.</div><div>Cowgirl hat.<br /></div>Western boots. <br /></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicNj5_5D45Ar11esYG2AUhkAJNwSSKtnpFtggunDYuNvJEKNQiDoEVqVclqn1QQUKr6b5fjM6jKfdCSEnbe07gcnt__n3HDdK1Mrm4wTq3xrD-CGoXmAl2IFUyzfIKF6nTpfvz1N604sY/s640/l.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="480" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicNj5_5D45Ar11esYG2AUhkAJNwSSKtnpFtggunDYuNvJEKNQiDoEVqVclqn1QQUKr6b5fjM6jKfdCSEnbe07gcnt__n3HDdK1Mrm4wTq3xrD-CGoXmAl2IFUyzfIKF6nTpfvz1N604sY/s320/l.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>Sewing Variations:</div><div>I used 7/8th" twill tape for the apron ties - quick & easy!<div style="text-align: left;">Barmop blue towel takes the place of the skirt.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD147_sPV5a4x9XrG3RAs0xO9zRWEzhFFfq3gYhEmaQj0eTqtF8Ifn5ynApmWL1g251TceXS_HXxJXuA2_b3QD5otIHl5xuGO8lPgq8eD51QTvO3vMZ_mUAN_FJAnI1L6XOrhoAc0QAfY/s504/western+3.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="504" data-original-width="504" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD147_sPV5a4x9XrG3RAs0xO9zRWEzhFFfq3gYhEmaQj0eTqtF8Ifn5ynApmWL1g251TceXS_HXxJXuA2_b3QD5otIHl5xuGO8lPgq8eD51QTvO3vMZ_mUAN_FJAnI1L6XOrhoAc0QAfY/w200-h200/western+3.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>Fringe was added on the apron and skirt (towel).</div><div style="text-align: left;">Embroidery added at the top of the apron.</div><div style="text-align: left;">I made a fake placket in the front before I made the bib. After bib was done, I added snaps to the placket.<br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixBU9IJlfjjv4VscUEMvEvtr2W7z0gim7gniSslagfoPG6JKaBz3bo2zE1sb5qI3eIo8r04Ln8RJt0XT94qiAnG68ZeKLn5YO8AKW5PIzsvrQGEPEhrE5PsUjhrWuilp0N2GlZaNx0RQM/s672/western.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="672" data-original-width="504" height="262" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixBU9IJlfjjv4VscUEMvEvtr2W7z0gim7gniSslagfoPG6JKaBz3bo2zE1sb5qI3eIo8r04Ln8RJt0XT94qiAnG68ZeKLn5YO8AKW5PIzsvrQGEPEhrE5PsUjhrWuilp0N2GlZaNx0RQM/w197-h262/western.jpg" width="197" /></a></div><br /></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div>Pockets could be added from old jeans!<br /></div><div> </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> <br /></div><div> </div><div>I hope you enjoyed our Apron Hacks!</div><div>Below is a hack on my mom's Pumpkin Cookie Recipe. I made it a bit simpler! <br /></div><div>Take Care & Be Safe,</div><div>Mattie </div><div><br /></div><div>PUMPKIN COOKIES<br /></div><div> </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcuYkw7y9LL8zb-B6ji3IcVIBEv1Iz5r1f79Vh-DFotzc_m_IH0_ti1mMaeMuT8SxPxq3GVAzU0q00yao8I8lLNXFUotArp_hoPVpqCDb8Mrj_w9jhgqRtuKpwHwoOLm7zjdikNOYcgw8/s1936/pumpkin+cookies.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1936" data-original-width="1936" height="170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcuYkw7y9LL8zb-B6ji3IcVIBEv1Iz5r1f79Vh-DFotzc_m_IH0_ti1mMaeMuT8SxPxq3GVAzU0q00yao8I8lLNXFUotArp_hoPVpqCDb8Mrj_w9jhgqRtuKpwHwoOLm7zjdikNOYcgw8/w170-h170/pumpkin+cookies.jpg" width="170" /></a></div></div><div> My mom made these cookies every fall, and they are now a tradition with my kids. I tweaked the recipe just a bit to make it easier. It still looks a bit more complicated than it should for my easy cookbook - but, like a good off-the-beaten-path quilt shop, it is worth the time! It just isn’t fall if there aren’t Pumpkin Cookies. Skip the lettuce - just serve these for dinner! After all, pumpkin is a vegetable! The trick to making them quickly and at the last minute is to make the dough ahead and keep it in the refrigerator. Easy “dinner”! :)<br />Makes about 4 - 5 dozen.<br /><br />Ingredients:<br />1 cup butter<br />1 15 ounce (medium) can pumpkin <br />2 teaspoons EACH of baking soda, cinnamon, vanilla<br />2 tablespoons baking powder<br />2 cups sugar<br />4 cups flour<br /><br />1 cup chopped nuts<br />1 cup raisins<br /><br />Instructions:<br />Mix the first group of ingredients with mixer, then add nuts and raisins with spoon. Drop by heaping teaspoonful on ungreased cookie sheet (don’t forget the parchment paper!). Bake at 350° for about 12 minutes.<br /><br />Let-us suggest:<br />Walnuts, pecans, dried cranberries, or white chocolate chips.<br />Some “Pumpkin Cookie” lovers like to frost the cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting. That can be purchased by the “can” and kept in your pantry until ready to use. <br /></div></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-64923617478582462562020-09-21T14:45:00.007-07:002020-09-21T20:23:11.477-07:00Sewing & Quilting Marathon with myself!<p>That's what I am doing today. The projects are piling up... so, one at a time, here we go! My goal is to get the piled-high-on-the-bed empty and the projects finished. I'm not working on research today, I’m working on patterns we already have....so, that is easy on the brain! Well, it's good to have goals, right?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEillEm4KxDdreFBAED7kb6xQMuPvGfsWSvymZEwIQMq2m3DKL7pd8T5fot8oA4CiUJ3GA4TnwvR7GMvql1OpTe6fQD6i41DTDqOTXZc5Z4eNua5_UeyOEafXSXtC3YLd3d1qBBzDT3nNkY/s640/71ACE941-6246-4B4F-AAC4-825A7F0DADEA.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="352" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEillEm4KxDdreFBAED7kb6xQMuPvGfsWSvymZEwIQMq2m3DKL7pd8T5fot8oA4CiUJ3GA4TnwvR7GMvql1OpTe6fQD6i41DTDqOTXZc5Z4eNua5_UeyOEafXSXtC3YLd3d1qBBzDT3nNkY/s320/71ACE941-6246-4B4F-AAC4-825A7F0DADEA.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>It is a large pile. Though it does not look organized, it is, so even that feels good. But I’ll admit, today I'd like to have a clone. Maybe I can buy one on Amazon. </p><p>9:00am </p><p><a href="https://www.quiltsmart.com/shop/c/p/Apple-Core-Pack-x37082314.htm" target="_blank">Apple Core Pack</a> </p><p>10:30</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmPqMUjEE6DtRiiLXxkEDcJzVUhvL4NpsdhTtAp9vgXvordnowe_tayBJph2hQzCSeQ-8xB6YTV_1oup5zA5f3NAd1ZEAmd54aJ1V1NpRiaUo5f384zyId5PEpuRNaSjLXHpm6eBtmZ5E/s640/41252476-77E0-4121-B95B-E09370A56CC5.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmPqMUjEE6DtRiiLXxkEDcJzVUhvL4NpsdhTtAp9vgXvordnowe_tayBJph2hQzCSeQ-8xB6YTV_1oup5zA5f3NAd1ZEAmd54aJ1V1NpRiaUo5f384zyId5PEpuRNaSjLXHpm6eBtmZ5E/s320/41252476-77E0-4121-B95B-E09370A56CC5.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>Fusing last row of cores! <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>NOON: Zig-zag & Quilt. I could do it at the same time, but I want to have the ability to be freer with the quilting than have to go around the edge of each apple core. I am a quilter wanna-be....not very good at that right now!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzlFXTSdaWk0qMw8cZ0l46wHfg4Qw8fWqh1Ance8NtrcmDOH9Nhqh43rE2BKINWG7AljeLrN5etXTbiJeZui0cmvLaJC7PLIGsFciOIGz5KhHWBm2QOAqjOKsW1xItAULf0mbzAxMTmb4/s640/B6776174-E838-4B82-B9AF-7E02F8CDF9AA.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="636" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzlFXTSdaWk0qMw8cZ0l46wHfg4Qw8fWqh1Ance8NtrcmDOH9Nhqh43rE2BKINWG7AljeLrN5etXTbiJeZui0cmvLaJC7PLIGsFciOIGz5KhHWBm2QOAqjOKsW1xItAULf0mbzAxMTmb4/s320/B6776174-E838-4B82-B9AF-7E02F8CDF9AA.jpeg" /></a></div><br />Top is zigzagged! <p></p><p>Put aside to make a Minnie Mouse apron.</p><p>Walk "the Butte"....we need exercise too!<br /></p><p>3:30pm Finished 2 pillows. </p><p>Made aprons- will put pics in a future blog- look for one about costumes! Tooooo fun! </p><p>Now I need to clean off the bed- or sleep on the couch! </p><p>When I get the quilt quilted, I’ll post a photo! </p><p><br /></p><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-5810943413751017972020-09-20T22:16:00.007-07:002024-03-22T13:10:34.465-07:00Rudolph - Quick Pillow Project<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDHPQKyCwYzbY_WlcLQU0TrtRqPz7JX2RtwApA3aybRp5umu1QOeqpAUh8FUW_sle49q0sTeq2mAucYKalI5eAP6urpTSMBxIh2WmQhMhpiQ9WL4W2Z1wV4JT2Kof11oRvibc_IbYhk0Q/s640/9EDE052D-73A1-4896-B508-36697220D99C.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="515" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDHPQKyCwYzbY_WlcLQU0TrtRqPz7JX2RtwApA3aybRp5umu1QOeqpAUh8FUW_sle49q0sTeq2mAucYKalI5eAP6urpTSMBxIh2WmQhMhpiQ9WL4W2Z1wV4JT2Kof11oRvibc_IbYhk0Q/s320/9EDE052D-73A1-4896-B508-36697220D99C.jpeg" width="320" /></a>I just LOVE Rudolph! Don't we all want to be the hero? It seems too early for Christmas, but you have to think ahead when designing & sewing. I made this today with our <a href="https://www.quiltsmart.com/shop/c/p/Raw-Edge-Letters-x37082543.htm" target="_blank">Raw Edge Letters</a>. I used prequilted fabric<i> (I asked my longarmer to prequilt a bunch of 16" squares for a quilt, and I had some leftover.)</i> - a 16” square folded in half- so EASY & QUICK! Fuse the interfacing and cut out letters. Glue to fabric (I like Sewline), Zig-zag around edges. </p><p> I’m contemplating putting some sparkly on his “nOse”.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: left;"><table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9etsyIN305aBDJRaBScfDeBt_vX6amWIMOqHzBoltvVBkrbewziDU_T0TXsV9MzuT9mAZZORV4zjE4GxPHLI1cIa3n1G3EsDnKzUwNXLk6gHbTpF3RJhodi5OfWmUZlCZn7WiaNYrSuk/s640/5398FA93-C3F5-475C-B493-4A3DC4B17591.jpeg" style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="480" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9etsyIN305aBDJRaBScfDeBt_vX6amWIMOqHzBoltvVBkrbewziDU_T0TXsV9MzuT9mAZZORV4zjE4GxPHLI1cIa3n1G3EsDnKzUwNXLk6gHbTpF3RJhodi5OfWmUZlCZn7WiaNYrSuk/s320/5398FA93-C3F5-475C-B493-4A3DC4B17591.jpeg" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="text-align: center;">TIP: Use
stuffing from an unused pillow form and make your own pillow form to
fit an odd size pillow. Make the pillow form 1/2” smaller <span style="text-align: center;">than the pillow measures. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZyJYEm3IhNJxBDMkmZsMLgxisIJ_-U62VprEIfzsHLC2EK2PyeWVTstDS2zycBMIGb-iwmHdbrVhobARi96HZY2PYyl_SwYH3CkgiCRSx86KxPfBNxJEoY5R6maRamrJSoITMDacfb-s/s2680/1A4A1616-8168-4D2A-98C3-1962C492E8FD.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1173" data-original-width="2680" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZyJYEm3IhNJxBDMkmZsMLgxisIJ_-U62VprEIfzsHLC2EK2PyeWVTstDS2zycBMIGb-iwmHdbrVhobARi96HZY2PYyl_SwYH3CkgiCRSx86KxPfBNxJEoY5R6maRamrJSoITMDacfb-s/s320/1A4A1616-8168-4D2A-98C3-1962C492E8FD.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>Other backgrounds and letter fabric auditioned:<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWHvn8_I8pfc4qA-MWNAzbteLbdz73JoF8RQvUh05QD0flKIiK79_uvGCYdhDN8KmIi-m0c6FOMjYnTV32aIkgN3m9XuM9s3ZUK0JewSwMYdxgvM1NQaUs539C7r5R82CenRWJ3AOmJxg/s2048/4FCAE184-ED27-4C3F-B5E4-06920EB2D841.jpeg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1086" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWHvn8_I8pfc4qA-MWNAzbteLbdz73JoF8RQvUh05QD0flKIiK79_uvGCYdhDN8KmIi-m0c6FOMjYnTV32aIkgN3m9XuM9s3ZUK0JewSwMYdxgvM1NQaUs539C7r5R82CenRWJ3AOmJxg/s320/4FCAE184-ED27-4C3F-B5E4-06920EB2D841.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div>BarMop Towels also make great backgrounds for pillows!<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgA23KpRmErkCQHucZs0jryurNTd1yrk4TEDdol9q76cdtSIGCd9CF8HNBnbk-Zzn6TqHZisp8ZKn1g1FuaPKAZNJ71jqbJmz97JVniiUi2nzvlCWzWdKF0lzNh6ym2JY4OZdeQo_CR2-8/s2520/461E54DB-33E7-48B5-BEC1-8143583B0608.jpeg" style="clear: left; 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So many have lost their homes from the fires. In Oregon, many people from the valley on the west side of the Cascade Mountain Range have evacuated to Bend. We are under a cloud of smoke and have been asked not to go out, but the threat of fire here is not high at this point. All around us there are fires the firefighters are desperately trying to contain. There is rain expected Tuesday, and if that happens it will help. Thousands have lost their homes. Several small towns have been completely destroyed. It is so sad. I know we will help all of the evacuees, but it will be a long road for them. </i><br /></p><p><i>NOTE: FOR AUTOMATIC UPDATE NOTIFICATION via email: Subscribe to our email updates - you will find this at the top right of this page. You can unsubscribe at any time. When you do this you will get an email when there is a new blog! </i></p><p><i>I will update this post with pics of the 2 Apple Core quilts I am working on as I complete them. We will also show them on Facebook Live. <br /></i></p><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Enjoy this Apple Core Variation,</i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Take Care & Be Safe,</i></div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>Mattie</i><br /></div><p></p><p></p><p><b>APPLE CORE STRAIGHT SET</b> - This blog goes ALONG WITH the Quiltsmart Apple Core Instructions - it is intended to compliment the instructions, not replace them.<br /></p><p><span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWJr_BX9sGfryvuBova8PVUBWJkZ9JqYVlcV9aI1-APhu6QTwcPmGxlx1dmbnW3R-igWm-rXxXYE61Dzyw0uxht_uQc9XPlVzmbnXnotkyHbgH86SdrbwSkomzX_2DGmdZFhzFYOkKk0w/s388/IMG_5066-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="388" data-original-width="291" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWJr_BX9sGfryvuBova8PVUBWJkZ9JqYVlcV9aI1-APhu6QTwcPmGxlx1dmbnW3R-igWm-rXxXYE61Dzyw0uxht_uQc9XPlVzmbnXnotkyHbgH86SdrbwSkomzX_2DGmdZFhzFYOkKk0w/w192-h256/IMG_5066-2.jpg" width="192" /></a></span></div><span><br />When the Apple Cores are set on a straight background, they appear <span></span><span></span><span></span><span></span>diagonal. We showed this variation on Facebook LIVE on September 10, 2020. I encourage you to watch:<span> </span> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/quiltsmart/posts/3805833119446439" target="_blank">Apple Core Facebook LIVE</a></span> <p></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> <br /></p><p> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikdaJEL50uQC1Te686KnUz0kbxPXXdE1Dn3RzxsVsU8sBCRURD7cTbRWz2qzZ2VUA9ct4euocgMrZD1jSN5MSYJrF3T-6vaWzb6ypmT7yKPhW245BSqhLKmUjLg06Uw9Jv4FaVnO7q_I4/s600/IMG_5064+med+res.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="479" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikdaJEL50uQC1Te686KnUz0kbxPXXdE1Dn3RzxsVsU8sBCRURD7cTbRWz2qzZ2VUA9ct4euocgMrZD1jSN5MSYJrF3T-6vaWzb6ypmT7yKPhW245BSqhLKmUjLg06Uw9Jv4FaVnO7q_I4/w204-h256/IMG_5064+med+res.jpg" width="204" /></a></div>When Apples Cores are set on a straight background, they appear on-point (diagonal) - photo above. When they are set on an on-point background, they appear straight - photo to the left. <br /><p></p><p>This blog is about the Straight Set Background (above). When you order the <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Apple-Core-Pack-x37082314.htm" target="_blank">Apple Core Pack</a>, OR <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Apple-Core---Instructions-Only-x37082312.htm" target="_blank">Apple Core Instructions Only</a>, you will get the standard information on the On-point Layout. It is a little confusing because the On-point Layout finishes with Straight apple cores, as pictured to the left. Either the Pack or the Instructions PLUS this blog will help you with both layouts. You can buy the interfacing by <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Apple-Core-Interfacing-Panel-x37630003.htm" target="_blank">Apple Core Panel</a>, or get it in the pack (best value). It may depend on what size you wish to make.<br /></p><p><i>IMPORTANT NOTE: 2 numbers are listed for each Apple Core total. The first one is if you want Apple Cores at just the center of the quilt (represented by the small circles at the intersections), the 2nd is if you want the Apple Cores to go to the edge of the quilt </i><i><i>(represented by the small squares at the intersections)</i> to be trimmed even with the edge of the quilt after zigzagging. <br /></i></p><p><i>Use the standard instructions for all but what </i><i>is listed here. There is a "Bonus Runner" layout at the end of the blog.</i><br /></p><div style="text-align: left;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqSO8xnlg1ItEVtXE2yO40hLDitfxZF_FdyDKuTU2mog4zMj_Ygj6-jJuOZ7nZUXCRYksVS3JHudX0vObGpGfvrKdL1MOXnNZR0nDOs-JH2EEiHvckRASg9sXshT-MB4-avTZZvovR7HA/s1447/Layout+Straight+Set+Tablemat+3+x+3+squares.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1447" data-original-width="1446" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqSO8xnlg1ItEVtXE2yO40hLDitfxZF_FdyDKuTU2mog4zMj_Ygj6-jJuOZ7nZUXCRYksVS3JHudX0vObGpGfvrKdL1MOXnNZR0nDOs-JH2EEiHvckRASg9sXshT-MB4-avTZZvovR7HA/w256-h256/Layout+Straight+Set+Tablemat+3+x+3+squares.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><br />Wallhanging/Tablemat: 18" x 18" <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Apple Cores: (4 OR 16) 5" x 7" rectangles</div><div style="text-align: left;">Quiltsmart Apple Core Interfacing: 1 OR 2 panels <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Background: (9) 6.5" squares stitched into a 3 x 3 grid. <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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42"</div><div style="text-align: left;"><i>This is a "bonus" because I am making it for
myself, so I thought I would share the math! I will be showing this on an upcoming (not sure which one yet) Facebook LIVE - it is going to be the "quick & easy version"!</i><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">Apple Cores: (12 OR 32) 5" x 7" rectangles <br /></div><div style="text-align: left;">Quiltsmart Apple Core Interfacing: 1 OR 3 panels</div><div style="text-align: left;">Background: (21) 6.5" squares stitched into a 3 x 7 grid. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="margin-left: 200px; text-align: left;"> </div><div style="margin-left: 200px; text-align: left;"> </div><div style="margin-left: 200px; text-align: left;"><br /></div><br /><p><br /></p><br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-33006860953218072522020-08-03T08:01:00.002-07:002020-08-06T17:36:58.721-07:00National Watermelon Day! YUMMY Watermelon Rings Block! Afraid of Double Wedding Ring? Try This!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Mattie's LIVEblog!<br />
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August 3rd was National Watermelon Day...so, let's celebrate that! <br />
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Gather your pretty pinks, greens, and reds!<br />
I will show you a kick up from our original 2003 pattern. <br />
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MATERIALS: (Instructions Below)<br />
1 panel <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Double-Wedding-Ring-Interfacing-by-the-Panel-x37082395.htm" target="_blank">Double-Wedding-Ring-Interfacing-by-the-Panel</a><br />
<a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Template-for-Double-Wedding-Ring-Pieced-Arcs-x37082606.htm" target="_blank"> Double Wedding Ring Pieced Arcs Template</a><br />
You can opt to make crazy pieced fabric into a 3" by 10" rectangle...or, just something that fits the arc. Or, use all solid fabrics. <br />
Optional: <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Double-Wedding-Ring---Instructions-Only-x37082391.htm" target="_blank">Double-Wedding-Ring---Instructions-Only</a> <br />
Helpful Tool: <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Fasturn-6-Tube-Turning-Tool---Not-available-at-wholesale-prices-x37082410.htm" target="_blank">Fasturn-6-Tube-Turning-Tool</a><br />
Pinks, Reds, Greens - or other colors! You can make Pumpkin Pie, too!<br />
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Cutting for this exact runner:<br />
Watermelon Fabric: (5) 6" squares for the watermelon, (5) 8" background squares for watermelons. Alternate Block Fabric: (4) 8" gray blocks & (4) 8" white blocks - or get (8) 8" blocks of one color! <br />
Border Strips: (2-4) 2.5" x Width of Fabric - I used 2 gray and 2 white.<br />
TIP: If using fabric with one-way designs, like the words in this runner, be careful with cutting. They are often not printed even, and you might need to cut along the words, not perpendicular to the selvage. <br />
Grab a Watermelon, if you'd like, as you'll start craving it! <br />
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We just started this LiveBlog, so we haven't had time to post materials needed ahead of time. I'll try my best to do that in the future! Or, we might be able to have a kit with everything for a month.... let us know what you would like!<br />
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Keep coming back to see my progress, I will be sewing in real time. I also write the blog and photograph in real time, so it will take me longer than it would to make the project.<br />
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You can ask questions and comment in the Comments below section.<br />
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INSTRUCTIONS:<br />
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Cut arcs apart, leaving as much margin as the interfacing allows. Do NOT cut on the dashed lines - that comes later - as it will make the sewing more difficult. <br />
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Cut wedges from 2.5" strips with the<a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Template-for-Double-Wedding-Ring-Pieced-Arcs-x37082606.htm" target="_blank"> Double Wedding Ring Pieced Arcs Template</a><br />
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center the template over the square and cut off the two outer scraps (I
throw them in a pillowcase to make dog beds.)<br />
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...FOR SINGLE FABRIC ARCS, cut a 3" x 10" rectangle for each watermelon
block. I'm going to be using 3 pieced, and 2 solid fabric arcs (to start with...might switch it up later).<br />
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11:03<br />
...that the bottom dashed trim line is ON the fabric.<br />
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11:10<br />
Stitch 6 wedges Right Sides together. You can assembly-line them as shown here, or stitch them one at a time....whatever works for you. I'm doing scrappy.<br />
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Keep looking back on the blog, because sometimes I add a clarification photo (I just did.)<br />
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Place your arcs like a smile - because it is nice - because when you do a big quilt, if it is planned, that tip will come in handy.<br />
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PRESSING SEAMS - 2 choices. You might want to try each in this small project and see what you like before you make a full size Double Wedding Ring.</div>
1) Press the seams to one side - Easier to press. A bit more stable in terms of wear.<br />
2) Press the seams open - Easier to sew & zigzag, but more time-consuming. Not as stable for long time wear of the quilt. <br />
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11:20<br />
Position the interfacing arc on the fabric arc (6 wedges). Follow the tips here: <br />
On this arc, I pressed OUTSIDE the lines so that it would secure....instead of using pins. <br />
Note the 3 spots highlighted in PINK - how could you not, right? The end dotted line and 2 dots of the interfacing should rest on the raw edge of the fabric, or angle into the fabric (that is ok! A LOT of mine do that, not this one, but a lot do.) <br />
The center line should be placed at the center seam.<br />
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11:49<br />
I just started (2 pics ago) using the Draw feature on Blogger...it is very cool!<br />
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Stitch on the solid lines that are so artistically pointed out by that lovely pink arrow.<br />
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BACKSTITCH! It will keep the seams at the ends of the arcs from "popping" open when you turn them. <br />
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I'm sewing all my arcs now..... IDEA - pink or red fabric with polka
dots.... AWH, it would be so adorable for the watermelon part!<br />
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I really like using my rotating mat for cutting the wedges. I missed
it today, cause I put it under the TV to have a rotating TV....I can see
that from 3 rooms now. It's nice to have on while sewing too....and, a
great way pass the time when you trim and turn arcs (next). I don't
have it one while I do this though - that would be way too much for me.
Bennie throwing the ball at my feet is enough distraction.<br />
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12:39 Smiling Arcs are Done. Trim on dashed lines, Turn with a Fasturn #6. I don't recommend using a hemostat...it tends to stretch the interfacing and can rip it in this design. I do like that for other projects. <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Fasturn-6-Tube-Turning-Tool---Not-available-at-wholesale-prices-x37082410.htm" target="_blank">Fasturn-6-Tube-Turning-Tool</a> <br />
You can trim with scissors or a rotary cutter (if you have a steady hand and patience). I just started trimming that way, but it took me a while to get the courage up!<br />
YOU DON'T NEED THE "WINGS" for this project so you can cut off on the dotted lines...<br />
I call those "Double Wedding Wings". <br />
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12:58<br />
Turn the arcs. The Fasturn #6 is a great tool! I've found nothing better than that to turn our arcs.... <br />
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The little squiggly poke on the end of the wire gets hooked through the fabric, then pulled through the brass tube. LOVE it!<br />
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Finger press the arcs. Push the seams out if you need to by reinserting the brass tube into the turned arc, and pressing the seams with your fingers.<br />
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A lot to note in this pic.<br />
1) Grab your stash or fat quarter stack, and see what you like with your arcs. You might have already done that.<br />
2) See in the very upper right corner - those are the fabrics I'll use for a similar runner but I'll call it Pumpkin Rings instead. Or some other name that hits me at midnight. <br />
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3) The dark green was hidden under all the pinks...imagine that with how organized I am!<br />
There is an option you can use that I might try in a while - It is making the outside rind as a second layer of darker green. You would just sew one side of the arc, and tuck it under the inside arc. I'll try it and show it soon.... For now, on to our blocks.<br />
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This will go a bit faster if we all had a SEW Chef! <br />
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1:54<br />
Lay your 6" squares on a cutting mat and count off 4" at the top and right side. Place the ruler along that diagonal and cut.<br />
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2:03<br />
Match your backgrounds and watermelon rings up. The top right block shows how it looks prior to adding the ring. When you press the ring, make sure all the block is covered.<br />
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This is only one layout. The one I am going to do is a runner, long and narrow. <br />
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I might switch some of my backgrounds....<br />
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2:26<br />
This is the layout I had in my head..lol. Note, I don't work with on-point designs very often, and if I do, I use squares, not triangles. You might have another way to do this....go for it! The magic here is in the watermelon rings, not the layout. Laying out a pattern before you sew it is always good. <br />
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Fuse the arc, covering the watermelon fabric edges. Use an applique pressing sheet, ESPECIALLY if your iron is a bit scorchy.<br />
That is not a word, apparently. I like it though.<br />
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If you want the second layered arc, here is where you would add it. <br />
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The back arc is fine with a 2.5" strip, and might be fine
a bit smaller. I found this green I liked as it was darker...pics up
the blacks in the background nicely. You won't need the part where the lovely arrows are pointing. <br />
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Sew on the solid line at the bottom of the "smile" - The "X" is the line to NOT sew. The bottom of the smile line is the longer line. <br />
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Tuck the darker green under the other ring, and fuse. You will zigzag them at the same time - that's next!<br />
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Zigzag all interfaced edges. I use one of the following:<br />
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<li>Invisafil (tm) by Wonderfil</li>
<li>Decorative thread and decorative stitch</li>
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2.0/2.0mm stitch if you are learning. Otherwise, you can go a little narrower, and longer. My fav stitch is a 1.5mm width, 2.5mm length.<br />
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3:58<br />
I'm liking it! All zigzaging is done.<br />
You can put those squares together however you like, but I'll be back in a bit to show you how I finished them up. Words and watermelons might not seem like they go together - but I like them both, so I am good with this!<br />
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You can cut away the back if you wish....it's good fabric to put in your next quilt. Be careful not to cut the under fabric, and for stability in your quilt, leave about a 1/2" seam.<br />
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"Oops, not where I should sit?"<br />
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Sew the squares into rows. Press seams away from the watermelon blocks.<br />
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If you pressed the seams "like they want to go"...in other words, away
from the watermelon block, then you will have what I call a "twist"
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Leaving a 1/4" seam allowance, trim off triangles. These are now on the bias, so take care not to stretch.<br />
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Since the edges are on the bias, lay the runner flat and pin the border strip under the runner. RIGHT SIDES TOGETHER.<br />
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Do NOT STRETCH the bias edges of the triangles.... Pin well and flat before you sew.<br />
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Cut off the side borders even with the end blocks. You could stop here and quilt, bind, and enjoy.... OR,<br />
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11:49pm.... It did not take all day to sew this! I was also designing it, photographing, writing, and had a zoom call with my son, and another with my siblings. <br />
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This is the Quiltsmart sample from 2003. If you do this layout, you might want to sew a "balancing border". The background blocks on this quilt were 8", the same that we are using.<br />
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</div><div>I hope YOU are all doing well! I am going to be making this pillow today - only not in the flag style....but the ONLY difference is how you place the colors. </div>
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"I love using your squares so this will inspire me to use what I have to make rectangular pillows for our patio couch!"<br />
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Note that I am writing the blog as I do the demo - not pre-written, and
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tip I can think of! Make COMMENTS or ASK QUESTIONS at the bottom of the blog and we will try to get back to you as soon as we can! Thanks so much!<br />
A little problem to start off - I was not getting emails, which is how I import the pics! Yikes...took some time, but I fixed it!<br />
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2 panels of 2.5" On-point Grid.<br />
16 squares. 2.5" blue<br />
47 squares. 2.5" red<br />
80 squares 2.5" white<br />
(2) pieces 20" x 26" for envelope back, coordinate with the front as the edges are seen.<br />
There are a total of 143 squares - if you are making something that is not the flag. I LOVE getting a little pack of squares - there are typically about 42 in a pack and you get such a nice variety!<br />
If you get the<a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Grid-25-On-Point-4-panel-PACK-x38617672.htm" target="_blank"> On-Point4 panel PACK</a>, it is a better value per panel (4 panels), so enough for 2 pillow shams of this size - and a little leftover for a smaller pillow or 2.<br />
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Shown above is the inside of the finished pillow. First of all - the size we will use fits a standard size pillow. EASY! NOTE: International pillows are different sizes - check first! <br />
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You can see that the blue is reversed. I used a marker and b put an R in the red spots and a B in the blue spots, from the front...so, from the smooth side of the interfacing.<br />
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For the flag, take one panel and on the RIGHT side of the interfacing - the smoother side, mark the "Bs" - 16 of them. The in between spots will be white. You could mark on the WRONG side, but it might be harder to draw the lines - but it will be how you look at the finished project. YOUR CHOICE!<br />
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I LOVE Frixion pens, but don't use it in this case, as when you fuse your squares, the mark will go away on surrounding squares that are not yet fused. If you fuse them all at once, the pen would be ok to use. <br />
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Mark the red if you wish, but you might not need to if the Bs are marked. If you use a different color pen for the R and B, it might help too.<br />
I've marked the Rs, but they are a little light. You might need to zoom in to see them.<br />
You can see that I used the logo portion of the interfacing. If you ever need to put a light square on that and the wording shows through, just iron it again, peel the interfacing away and cut out the interfacing. <br />
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For the sham, which is a standard size of 20" x 26", we need 2 panels. They need to be overlapped. This pic shows overlapping minimalistically. (I guess I made that word up, as blogger does not like it.) This is fine if you are trying to conserve interfacing. It does tend to come apart, even if fused, easier than overlapping a larger portion. You can also use a glue stick to overlap it.<br />
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This is about the amount of overlap that I like. You could overlap more, but at that point it begins to be a bit overstated.<br />
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Fuse the 2 panels together. Remember - when fusing panels together, the ROUGH side of BOTH pieces of interfacing is up. If not, it will fuse to your ironing board or mat. AND - you will need an applique pressing sheet. We have one that is a perfect size for this - narrow and long! <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Quiltsmart-Pressing-Sheet-x42736060.htm" target="_blank">Quiltsmart Pressing Sheet</a><br />
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TIP: Make sure you fuse the ends well...that helps the pieces stay together. If you can pick it up and it does not fall apart, then it is well fused. I've tried to show that on this chair...hmmm.<br />
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This is still the FLAG INSTRUCTIONS!<br />
10:43<br />
What we did so far is have a lesson in the planned design, how to mark the interfacing, and how to extend designs by overlapping & fusing the interfacing. Now for the FUN part (like working with interfacing and planning aren't fun)!<br />
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PLACE SQUARES BETWEEN the dotted lines, centering each fabric square on each interfacing square. <br />
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This is the CUSTOMIZABLE part of the title! I am showing the scrappy pattern for the rest of the demo. It is placing your squares that is CUSTOMIZABLE - only the color layout matters. The METHOD, number of squares, measurements, etc. is exactly the same!<br />
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CUT THE INTERFACING: you will need
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half-squares at the edges of the finished pillow. Place squares, using a grid
that is10 squares across, and 8 squares down (for a standard size pillow form). Or, design first and then cut. Later, I will show you how to trim it from the other side. <br />
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You DO WANT to use the "HALF-SQUARE" at the ends.<br />
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Note the ironing pad. It has magnets in it designed to go over a standard washer or dryer. I used it like that at one time, but now just as a pad.... either way, it is a very nice "tool". <br />
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TIP: I liked the way my little bundle of squares (no cutting, yeah!), was arranged, so I am going to see if I like the panel laid out that way. I'm simply taking each square from the top and laying it down. Cool part about that is that if I don't like where something is, it can be fused again and peeled up and moved.<br />
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When you have a good number of squares down, fuse them using an applique pressing sheet. The sheet does more than protect your iron - it also holds the squares in place nicely. <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Quiltsmart-Pressing-Sheet-x42736060.htm" target="_blank">Quiltsmart Pressing Sheet</a><br />
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A large iron fits perfectly over the Quiltsmart pressing sheet.<br />
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You don't really have to use the sheet for the middle squares, although it does hold them in place nicely, but make sure you use it at the edges so you don't get fusible on your iron or scrunch up the interfacing.<br />
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11:42<br />
My little pack was 100 squares. You need 140 for this project, so I needed to cut a bit extra. Into the scrap drawer I dived. It could use some organization - although the rule is "less than a fat quarter", so I guess it is organized.<br />
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I found two nice pieces of green batik. My buddy who will get this LOVES batik and SUNFLOWERS, so those will be perfect. I am going to put the last row around all the sunflowers....they will be only half-squares, but I think it will be a nice touch. <br />
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I had put them behind me on the floor and went to grab them to cut them. The sunflower fabric was gone. So, Of course, I think I am going crazy, right. But, no, Bennie apparently LOVES sunflowers, too. That's Bennie for the newbies.<br />
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12:00 straight up and still in my jammies!<br />
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I LOVE this BlogLive thing! I hope you do too...let us know at <a href="mailto:info@quiltsmart.com">info@quiltsmart.com</a>!<br />
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Extra squares cut and onward....as my shirt says that my friend, Mariann gave me, "Sew on & Sew forth"....<br />
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12:05 <br />
Did you know that if you ever ruin a piece of interfacing, or your dog or cat gets into it, we will replace it free? All you need to do is email us! Nicely, of course.<br />
These tips are tidbits you get during a BlogLIVE....well, which lasts forever (I think). I'm fusing the rest of the squares and my mind is going elsewhere.<br />
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I LOVE it! You don't want to LOVE it too much, because half of those will go away when it is trimmed. I found it kind of nice to have the border...so, if that works for your design, you could put that on first. And, if you want a larger border, just fill in the next row.<br />
10 across the top, and 8 across the bottom.<br />
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Yeah! All squares fused! I switched a fuse squares out and LOVE it now.<br />
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Note how much smaller it is when it is all stitched up! <br />
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I like to press again from the backside - make sure you put an applique pressing sheet UNDER the exposed interfacing!<br />
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1:36 I took a little break!<br />
Fold diagonal seams right on the DOTTED LINES and stitch using a 1/4" seam allowance. Be consistent with your seam allowance, and keeping the fold on the dotted lines. Do all seams in one direction.<br />
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One set of diagonal seams sewn! Took about 20 min!<br />
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2:16 <br />
Clip at each intersection - don't worry, you are not cutting fabric, but just in between the squares and only cutting interfacing...unless a square was a bit off, which is generally ok. I cut at the dotted lines (well, this one is a tiny bit off...that's ok, but aim for the dotted lines!). :) <br />
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2:38 Tip: Sit outside to clip - if the weather pleases you! It is beautiful here in Bend, Oregon today. I have the patio door open and the sun is shining in. So pretty!<br />
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Sew the diagonal seams going the other way, pushing the clipped seam allowances in opposite directions. You can choose to press all these, but I have found that I like to give them a slight tug as I sew and that that works almost better. Your decision though.<br />
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So, one seam allowance up, and the one on the backside down - or vice versa! Another good tip is to sew with the last seam up top so you can see it. That way it is easy to tell which way the top seam goes, and therefore the under seam goes the opposite direction.<br />
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Press from the front and the back. The seams will want to naturally go to the upper right or left corners. The iron in the picture is between the two middle seams so you can see that.<br />
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You can see now how it is more the size of the completed pillow.<br />
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Don't trim it yet. Next step is to add the pillow back. I'll be back in a flash when I fish for fabric!<br />
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3:46 <br />
Below are two very handy references for when you want to make shams. These references are in our "Free Download" section along the top bar of the website. There are a LOT of others...check them out! I will give you the skinny on it here though. For the "envelope back", cut (2) 20" x 32" pieces. In the sham references linked below, there is another piece - that is intended to use for the front so you could place an applique.<br />
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<a href="https://media.rainpos.com/8837/its_a_sham.pdf" target="_blank">It's a sham!</a><br />
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Fold the back pieces into 2 pieces that are 20" (along the folds) x 16" from the fold to the edges meeting. <br />
Overlap the pieces so that they have a 26" horizontal measurement. Baste the edges of each side. (red line).<br />
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See blog further down for pics of my pillow back. <br />
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You can quick-turn or bind your sham. A quick turn is pretty fast, and I
think nice for a "throw" pillow. I would bind it for a bed sham - but
it is YOUR CHOICE - yeah! The binding gives it a little more stability. At this point, decide if you are quilting your front. If so - go for it! I am not going to do that or she might never get it! Not that it would take long, but I would fear that it might get stuck on the very tall pile of UFOs. <br />
To the left is a quick-turn as I have done for the flag pillow. I chose to use a tablecloth of my mom's for the back of the flag. It's a
great way to use up a linen that is too shabby for use. This is the
flag turned inside-out. <br />
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If you want a binding, treat the backing as the quilt backing and place that wrong sides together and baste, then add binding.<br />
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As luck would have it, I don't have a large enough piece of fabric for backing. So...I'm going
to piece the fabric (make fabric). I've got lots of pretty scraps........and I LOVE using my scraps to "make" fabric. My friend who will get this loves to use what she has for the quilt backs too.<br />
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My completed fabric "made" from my scrap bin (the one with bigger pieces in it). I like to use my serger for making fabric as it is quick and leaves a nice edge.<br />
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5:50 Overlap the pieces as in the illustration further up. Baste along the overlaps. Envelope-back is done. I'm so happy with the pieced fabric.<br />
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NOTE: In home dec sewing, the cover is typically cut the same size as the pillow form. After a 1/4" to 1/2" seam allowance is taken, it would be smaller than the pillow form. This is done intentionally so that the pillow form fills the pillow cover nicely.<br />
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Place the back and the front RIGHT SIDES TOGETHER for a quick-turn. Note that
the envelope back could be used either side...pick the one you like best
for the RIGHT side.<br />
[Wrong sides together for binding (not shown in this blog).]<br />
If one is smaller than the other, put that right side up, and the other center on top. Since everyone's seam allowances can be a bit different, we are simply centering the pieces together and will sew at the outer points, or somewhere less than that if need be.<br />
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Pin. Turn over and check all edges. When you sew, you want to catch all seam allowances. I can see on this one that my top and bottom seam allowances will be right in line with the front, but the side ones will need to come in a bit. If you have a super stiff pillow form, that might be hard to get inside...in that case, maybe switch to a floppier pillow form. Also, if that is the case and you make another one, use a tiny bit smaller seam allowance.<br />
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I sewed 2 edges, then trimmed the other 2 edges off prior to sewing - that might not be the best idea if you are new to this. Bascically, you want to make sure you have your 1/4" to 1/2" seam allowance, or a little more is okay too. It was easier for me to see where to sew if I trimmed them.<br />
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Sew from the front side, from point to point as much as possible. Don't worry if you can't hit all your points... I didn't! <br />
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Check to make sure you caught all seams, & turn right side out!<br />
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Check all edges again. If they are all stitched, then turn inside out again and zigzag or serge the edges.<br />
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Turn, poking out corners with your fingers. Clip threads and press. It's a little wonky to press - just pull the seams and squiggle that iron in there. I press from the outside, but you could also press from the inside.<br />
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7:00<br />
I hope you know this would not take all day if I were not blogging and taking photographs, uploading, downloading, etc! I'm very happy with the result, and have two more groups of little squares that I'm excited to do soon....maybe some binging netflix and fusing squares is in order!<br />
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Options:<br />
Line the front with batting & quilt before you put the envelope back on.<br />
Make the whole pillow larger, then after you turn it, sew a "flange" the same amount larger that you made it. I just thought of this today, so don't have numbers for you, but I think if you made it one row wider and one row longer, that it could be kind of cool! I'll try it in one of my next ones and let you know.<br />
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We welcome comments and questions. It is easy to get another pic on if we need to clarify something. I hope you enjoyed our Quiltsmart "Mattie's LIVEblog" from Bend, Oregon.<br />
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Take Care & Be Safe!<br />
Love, Mattie <br />
Our next LIVEblog is a really cute Watermelon theme.... Just thinking about it makes me crave watermelon. You can use stash if you have pinks, reds, greens. You might want to get a watermelon too, cause you'll be craving it!<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-79976180477734221102020-07-30T17:22:00.003-07:002024-03-22T13:10:16.156-07:00Pretty Smart! Our Apron, of course! "Live-Blog"....<div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl5onLinyNP-74yGAFR0h_zsvqryFpori2eYtBi8lkYzgn0amlnYMKbgCcjnBPKzlXImrqvMoGuxAFs6pg7wehhPwCw8v9pCTDYjMo4wvgx71YWBBf6xdmTUBjAh0eGHt8NxiYrIXRqOg/s628/IMG_4785.jpg" style="clear: left; display: block; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; padding: 1em 0px;"><img border="0" data-original-height="628" data-original-width="460" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjl5onLinyNP-74yGAFR0h_zsvqryFpori2eYtBi8lkYzgn0amlnYMKbgCcjnBPKzlXImrqvMoGuxAFs6pg7wehhPwCw8v9pCTDYjMo4wvgx71YWBBf6xdmTUBjAh0eGHt8NxiYrIXRqOg/w233-h320/IMG_4785.jpg" width="221" /></a></div><div></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyIYOnd3DvfE8i6DgL6QFgmG6NwRHKpp8fJWmPECkiNsyKsYPPWPXWPmiW29w6rWB7luRU2QmGHDOHIBnYbT7UzuJEeLlRfQFcHTIwHaKabPrnooi84IOu6ai3TxUTqGg_lzcgXPtuLQg/s640/Attach0-1.jpg" style="display: block; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; padding: 1em 0px;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="455" height="303" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyIYOnd3DvfE8i6DgL6QFgmG6NwRHKpp8fJWmPECkiNsyKsYPPWPXWPmiW29w6rWB7luRU2QmGHDOHIBnYbT7UzuJEeLlRfQFcHTIwHaKabPrnooi84IOu6ai3TxUTqGg_lzcgXPtuLQg/w227-h320/Attach0-1.jpg" width="201" /></a><div><b>This is a Post Blog Post</b>: Anna got her apron in the mail and loves it! She
texted: "Thank YOU! This is super cute, and it's comfy, and it makes
my figure look good!" That is probably because Anna is super cute!</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div></div><div>Hi Friends and Quiltsmarties NEW & Never Old....</div>
It was 97 degrees in the warehouse today, so we nixed the Facetime Live, as my studio is in the warehouse,....would have been a HOT topic though!<br />
Instead, I'm going to do my first BLOG-LIVE from Bend Oregon! I'm going to POST REAL TIMES (I promise!). It is actually quicker to make than will show here, as I am taking pics, uploading, and writing the blog. <br />
This pattern is one of our Christmas in July patterns, so get it while it is HOT!<br />
It's a great pattern and my daughter-in-law, Anna, just happens to need an apron, and she happens to LOVE sunflowers...<br />
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<i>There are a LOT of references for symbolic meanings for sunflowers. Of course, their namesake is the sun itself. They are happy, joyful flowers which tend to brighten anyone's spirit. Google it fort more info...it is quite interesting. </i><br />
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<i>Fabric from </i><i><i><a href="https://www.homesteadquilts.com/" target="_blank">Homestead Quilts and Gallery</a></i>, LaPine, Oregon!</i><br />
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Here we go....<br />
5:13pm, Pacific Daylight Time <br />
Gather my materials. I am going to use a towel for the bottom of the apron. I love wearing it this way in the kitchen, as you might guess if you know me - I need a towel attached to me.<br />
There are two versions - the towel on a strap, and the towel as the base of the apron. I like the second version which is what I will show tonight. Any questions can go through Facetime, or info@quiltsmart.com. <i>Please give us until tomorrow to get them answered, as the team is off for the night. </i><br />
<i><a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Pretty-Smart-Apron-Pack-x37082547.htm" target="_blank">Pretty Smart Apron</a> Pack</i><br />
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5:29pm, PDT<br />
Opening the package... <br />
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It's REVERSIBLE!<br />
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2 Aprons in one pack! <br />
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<i>Once you have the instructions, you can get the interfacing by the panel from your local quiltshop or at quiltsmart.com.</i><br />
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Don't fuse yet!<br />
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Cut straps. I thought this measurement fabric might be fun, as you would have a "yardstick" with you while wearing the apron!<br />
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<i>Oh my... this would confuse the heck out of a kid! Sorry! Although, our second grade Coco would probably just say, "That's crazy!".</i><br />
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<i>BTW, no editing as I'm trying to do "real sewing time". Going to switch to Italics, too, because my program seems to want to only do that!</i>
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Place the fabrics RIGHT SIDES TOGETHER. You can use two different ones if you wish (2 fat quarters). <br />
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6:41pm PDT<br />
Pin and sew on the solid lines, tucking the straps in a marked spots - isn't that cool.<br />
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Going around one side of the neckline. The other one is kept open for a neck strap. (Apparently the italics issue I had corrected itself!)<br />
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So Anna is watching! Hi Anna and Marty.... I hope you like this!<br />
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Since you are watching, you can choose the color of the bar mop cloth.... They will be in the pics. <br />
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6:48pm PDT <br />
Put the straps inside the bib so you don't cut them off when you are trimming the bottom!<br />
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Trim on all dashed lines (marked on the interfacing!!!) with a rotary cutter if you dare or scissors. I like using the rotary cutter, but go slow.<br />
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Think about which color Bar Mop Towel - I LOVE the Bar Mop towels, they are super absorbent and very inexpensive. I got 4 for $4.99, so it is easy to make these for gifts! Interestingly, I got mine at Tuesday Morning and they only had 2 colors - because they are not currently getting regular deliveries due to Covid. I'm sure they are available online, too.<br />
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6:58pm PDT<br />
Press hems in the bottom of bib, and pocket top. I clip around the neckline curve and also at the pocket top.<br />
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7:03pm PDT<br />
Stitch across the top open seam with the neck strap tucked inside.<br />
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7:10pm PDT<br />
Turn it. Press. Anna - would you like the pocket on the bib or the towel? The only thing with putting it on the towel is that it is only on one side of the towel, so if you do reverse it, it would be on the underside...but, not really a big problem.<br />
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A <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Pointer-Creaser-x37082536.htm" target="_blank">Pointer-Creaser </a>and <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Hemostat-Needle-Gripper-x37082599.htm" target="_blank">Hemostat</a> are both helpful tools. Sadly, I can't find my pointer-creaser to show you. I'm sure that Bennie knows where it is!<br />
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7:23pm PDT<br />
Pocket can go on the bib, or the towel. I am just waiting to hear which way Anna might like that. Then, I will zigzag across the seam where the towel joins the bib, and then topstitch.<br />
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Anna says, "Bib".... <br />
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7:34pm <br />
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7:36pm <br />
One choice you have to sew the towel to the bib is to join it to one
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Ec! The bar mop towels have a little stretch to them, so you can stretch (not too much) a little to get it across the bib if the bib is bigger. The towels come in all sorts of sizes, so it really depends on your towel size. If the bib is smaller, you can pleat or gather the towel to fit it.<br />
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7:42pm <br />
I thought you all might like to see the inside of the joining of the bar mop towel to the bib. Now I will just stitch across.... the zigzag is nice because it catches everything - well, one would hope.<br />
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8:00pm <br />
I'll see if Anna will take a photo of her wearing the apron when she gets it. I'll pop it in the mail tomorrow!<br />
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We will figure out getting questions answered in real time!<br />
Let us know if you liked this LIVE format!<br />
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<i>Stay-tuned for ANOTHER BLOG coming up (maybe LIVE???). The next one is
about Caesar Salad and it is not Julius - who knew!... and QuiltSprouts....
just to continue this cooking theme.</i><br />
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THANK YOU SO MUCH for "watching"! We love you! <br />
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Marty - Look very closely at the pocket. <br />
Good Night All....<br />
Love,<br />
Mom / MattieUnknownnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-82001206837843825232020-07-06T21:06:00.006-07:002024-03-22T13:15:31.029-07:00Dust Bunny Hunting Season Opens Today<br />
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Having trouble managing the house and work when you are working from home? I am very productive either place, but when I am at the office I do artwork, studio work, help with orders if needed, organize, make phone calls, videos, etc - it is all about Quiltsmart. When I am home, I find it difficult to not put in that load of laundry, or go on a dust bunny hunt, prep that chicken for dinner, make the bed, and on and on, and still work. </p></div><div style="margin-left: 240px; text-align: left;">
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I'd fix the curtain rings up high that have come undone (note to self, will need ladder), sit outside in the sunshine, organize that closet, paint that dresser - because, of course, my time is open and I can mix work and household things...not to mention a quick bike ride, walk.... hmmm it is a beautiful day! And then the end of the day comes, and I better get some work done, so I work at night, </p></div><div style="margin-left: 240px; text-align: left;">
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weekends, early mornings, and during the day, and it all blends together like a delicious smoothie - did I eat breakfast? </p></div>
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The duster is right there - I see it in my peripheral vision. I put it out to remind me to use it. It would be nice to put out the summer quilts (<a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Baskets-Around-Pack-x37082320.htm" target="_blank">Baskets Around</a>, <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/MountainTops-Pack-x37082516.htm">MountainTops</a>, <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Dahlia-Pack-x37082386.htm" target="_blank">Dahlia </a>- shown is the Little Dahlia Variation) before fall, and I could do that simultaneously. Maybe pull something to thaw from the fridge. I could get under the refrigerator at the same time. Cutting out that table runner, and quilting that top would open up my dining table to be actually used for dining - if not a cutting board and a mat. </p></div><div style="margin-left: 240px; text-align: left;">
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I grab the weapon of choice - the duster mop - and leave the computer. BUT - I do one thing (this is NEW to me - since yesterday, so I don't know if it will stick) to get me back on track. I ask Alexa (my digital personal assistant) to set a timer for 1 hour for "Mattie, get back to work". You can now name the timers - this is great because otherwise if you set a bunch, she just beeps all day and you can easily forget
why. I'm sure I'll get back to the artwork at that time... I LOVE doing the artwork....but, I get distracted, too.</p></div>
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I'm now officially on the hunt. I've fixed the curtains - there were bunnies up there...can you believe
it, didn't know they could climb - (maybe they unhooked the curtain
rings), made the bed, pulled out some quilts and got some bunnies in that closet, caught a few of those little dust bunnies in the
dining room, and got the chicken out. <br />
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I am just passing the computer, heading to the under the bed sanctuary for the little buggers ... onward....when....the blue light flashes ... It's Alexa. That was quick, I think with a hint of dissappointment.<br />
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Alexa says, "Mattie, get back to work." I thought, "really? - what have I been doing, Alexa"....but, instead...<br />
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I say, "Alexa, thanks! - You do such a good job!"<br />
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She replies, "That's nice of you to say."<br />
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Whew, that all feels good! Back to the computer. All in all, I am quite pleased - I got my season limit of dust bunnies. No license required.<br /></div>
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There is no quilt up there. The ceiling is painted the same taupe "pink" as the walls. I love that color. Calm. But, until I laid down on the floor and looked up - I would have said it was white. That is what I would expect.<br />
Like a quilt without a border. A round quilt. An oval quilt. An unfinished quilt (ok - that one we might expect). A sentence that is not a sentence - eh - maybe that too. Dinner with friends on Zoom. Unexpected.<br />
Having just started with writing blogs my attention had to be diverted to Facebook Live (does that mean they can see you NOW - what, they can ask questions - yikes!), Zoom, Discord, Virtual Yoga (they can't see me - there is something so comforting with that), Virtual Therapy, Curbside pick-up for my dog & food (I did that anyways "before"), being fine with going out in my jammies....because NO ONE will see the bottom half!, "Dinner for 1 please, in your finest box". Lots of things to learn. But the one I love the most is that my granddaughter and I call each other, text, and send emojis. We made dirt cups one day. We both have the same book, and read to each other. Sometimes I fall asleep, sometimes she does. And, even though we are 2000 miles apart, those times we are right next to each other.<br />
We all have had some things to learn. So my blog took a bit of a back seat. I had thought, "I'll have all this time to write." Nope. My family and I Zoom, and I Noom - getting ready for a skate trip that may or may not take place. <br />
But now that I think I have Zooming and Nooming under control - I would LOVE to get back to the blog. No promises to myself - because there are now a ton of projects and quilts that I started because I was going to have all this time to quilt. Ha ha! Just a few more hours a day....just like things were "before". What used to be unexpected is now normal. The calm that resonates from laying in the grass and seeing the unchanging yet everchanging canvas above. The peace that settles inside me while looking up at an uncomplicated ceiling while the yoga lady talks and I plan quilts in my head.... but calmly.<br />
I wish to pick the blog back up, but I don't want to lose the closeness of being far apart, and the feeling of the uncomplicated sky. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3557479871690052451.post-10675717539274629042020-05-05T21:41:00.000-07:002024-03-22T13:15:42.432-07:00Face Mask Mania - having trouble keeping up?“Will you make me a mask? I’ll actually need 2, and some for the kids. And, some for the neighbors, and the dentist office. One could be in super light pink with a little tiny embroidery over the left ear. Another could be flowers, not too big, but not too small. One medium gray, no two, no three, not too dark, but not too light. Should the dog have one - I heard they could get Covid19? What about the microwave - I heard they should not go in the microwave?" We want to say Yes, Yes, and Yes to the requests as we want to please, and we want to answer all the questions, but we don't know all the answers either. Pretty soon you aren’t sure who you sent one to and who still needs some. To make matters more complicated, there is a lot of mis-information out there about the masks. I will try to answer those in the blogs and videos as much as I can. Our mask pattern is based on our local hospital's design. There are a lot of variations in ties that can be done. So, that makes for complications, too! The tips below helped me get organized and made for a much happier (and neater) sewing experience.<br />
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I’ll share here and take it for what it is, but it sure helped me out!<br />
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Second, I started cutting the mask cotton lining apart with a rotary cutter (you could use a scissors). <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Face-Mask-Panels-1-panel-makes-8-masks-x48682467.htm" target="_blank">Face Mask Panel</a><br />
Each panel makes 8 mask linings.<br />
I cut “a bunch”. Depending on your numbers, you might want the <a href="https://quiltsmart.rainadmin.com/shop/c/p/Face-Mask-Bolt-1-bolt-makes-80-masks-x49265339.htm" target="_blank">Face Mask Bolt</a><br />
The Bolt makes 80 (10 panels).<br />
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There is a how-to video at each of the above links.<br />
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Fifth, I opened the bags in any order and calmly pressed the pleats in using the lines on the Face Mask Lining Pattern. At this point, the masks are made in different ways depending on the variation you choose. But, after I finish them.... (I’m not done yet.) I plan to take a pic of the bag with the name and the masks, then back in the bag they will go and in an envelope to the Post Office. </div>
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Don't put your masks in the microwave to sterilize them or for any other reason! And, if there is metal nose-piece, or the earlobe ties are made of a fabric that will melt! Yikes! Just wash them in the wash and press again if you want them pressed nice. The dog should not need a mask - as far as we are told to date! Be careful if someone touches your pet - that is one way the virus can be passed on according to sources on the news (my disclaimer). </div>
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...while making a new Quiltsmart bag (sneak peek to come):</h3>
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<b>1) How to make <span style="color: red;">chocolate chips</span> (not cookies, chips!).</b> <br />
You can! Yeah! And, they look pretty easy.<br />
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I didn't make them, because my girlfriend Kathleen got me the Unreal
Chocolate Almond Butter Cups that I love, but she got 4 bags of 6
instead of 4 bags of 2! Still even that is incriminating. Go
Kathleen! Yeah! So, those will satisfy...but, when I am ready I am going to...<a href="http://www.forestandfauna.com/make-your-own-chocolate-chips/" target="_blank">try these</a><br />
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<b>2) When was the Tupperware <span style="color: red;">burp seal </span>invented? </b>1938 - but check it out - interesting story about Earl Tupper!<br />
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<b>3) Images for <span style="color: red;">unusual face masks</span></b>
- mostly you will get things like a chocolate or avocado mask to put on
your face.... not the face masks we have been making in our sleep. Maybe we all need the chocolate or avocado ones! My daughter sent me a chocolate one and I am excited to try it!<br />
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<b>4) Images for <span style="color: red;">really comfy bar height chairs</span> with wheels for working on a computer. </b> They look like tall work chairs.<br />
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5) <b>How far do you need to walk to <span style="color: red;">negate eating 1 Unreal Chocolate Almond Butter Cup</span>! </b>info - there are 80 calories in one piece - I could have read that off the back of the pkg, but I tossed them up into the highest cupboard, and I can't reach it without a ladder. I could get out the ladder, but I gotta get back to sewing! Though I wonder how many calories are burned by getting on the ladder.<br />
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<b>6) How many miles do you need to <span style="color: red;">walk to burn 80 calories</span>? </b>I would need to do more investigating and I need to get back to the bag - but a rough estimate might be (for me)...because it varies, about 1 minute per calorie. So if I eat one of the candies, I need to walk for 80 min. Hmm.... I will investigate further. I could run in place while sewing. I wonder if there is a treadmill that could be hooked up to a sewing machine..... Alexa...do you know?Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0