Colleen’s block

I finished Colleen’s block over the weekend.  I really love the way it turned out.

She gave us a lot of discretion on how to put it together.  I had a creative block for a few days, but then remembered this quilt from Ashley, at Film in the Fridge.  When I remembered that, I thought it would go well with all the very cool colors and shapes in the fabrics Colleen chose.

The square was slightly short of the requested 12.5”, so I hope that Colleen has some solid to wrap around the edge.  I think wrapping it in the dark blue of the center will really make it stand out.

I’d like to try this method again, in a small quilt.

On to other things…remember my list of things to do?  Well, I finished both the blocks (One really turned out horrible…so bad that I will not post about it), and the dress to be done by 6/15…not even started!  I went to my local library on Friday, picked up some books with the kids, and one for myself. 

Talk about a phenomenal book.  I have not been able to put this down.  If it wasn’t for taking care of the kids/house/laundry/work, I would have completed this book in 2 days. 

I have not really sat and read a book for quite a while.  I kept trying, but could not seem to get into the books I picked up.  It’s so nice to curl up and enjoy a good book again. 

Back to my page…

Giveaway winners

What a fun few days - a lot of you commented on my giveaways.

I used this random number generator to determine the winners. The lucky winners are #16, Stacey, for the cape, and #33, Lara, for the Onesi set. Congratulations!

Thanks for stopping by.

Next items on my list...

Wow, you guys have been awesome about commenting on this cape! I can't wait to see who wins it. I will do the drawing tomorrow evening and post the winner then.

This weekend I have gotten a little sewing in. I made 4 more capes! One for both of my kids, one for my nephew, and one for another little guy who turned 3. They all seemed to get a kick out of them.

I also finished a block, for the Pieced Together Quilting Bee. Just the last April block I had to do....now I have two May blocks waiting for me and I KNOW this week I will have two June blocks in the mail. I have GOT to get on top of those!

I hope to finish the May blocks quickly and get onto the Summer Dress Sew Along hosted by Stephanie. I have a deadline...that should help. I'd like to make a dress from this book, I think the one on the cover. I have some Amy Butler fabric waiting for me in my stash.

After I finish a dress for me, I'd really like to finish Nathan's room. Poor guy...he's been living with Laydbugs and Dragonflies as a leftover from his older sister, when I made all the curtains and bedding. It's time he gets a boy room!

For now, I am off to enjoy this beautiful summer day outdoors in the sun, sipping iced tea, floating in the pool. Ahhh. Cleaning? Sewing? They can all wait. :)

May Giveaway Day! Item #1

Today is the big day all over blogland!  I am participating in the May Giveaway day hosted by Sew Mama Sew.  Check it out for lots of other giveaways.  It’s a great way to check out other people’s blogs, too, and the wonderful handmade things they make.

I have two giveaways.  The post you are reading, and this post. 

Item #1:  I am giving away one of my favorite items to make…a cape for a little one! 

This is the 4th cape I have made using this tutorial from Puking Pastilles, and I am making 4 more this weekend! It's a great tutorial, a great gift, and such an easy thing to make and personalize! 

Details on the cape:  my model is a two year old of average height.  A typical boy and he loves the cape.  The inside is lined with star-covered fabric. 

Close-up of the back.   I forgot to give it a light ironing when I was finished (do you ever get that excited about a finished project?).  I will press it again before I mail it.

Details on the giveaway:

Please comment on this post for a chance to win this cape.  I will randomly choose a winner on June 1.    I will ship within and outside of the U.S. 

Enjoy Giveaway Day!

May Giveaway Day #2

My giveaway item #2 is a leftover from this post.  It was a baby present for a girl…who turned out to be a boy!  Woops!

Giveaway #2 consists of 2 appliquéd onesi’s, size 0-3 months, and 3 burbcloths.

To enter the Giveaway, please post a comment on this post.  I will randomly choose a winner on June 1.  I will ship inside and outside of the U.S. 

Please make sure to visit Sew Mama Sew to see a listing of other great giveaways. 

Enjoy!

Mommy, I picked you a flower.

 

Thank you, baby.  Thank you.

How does your garden grow?

Smell that?  Peonies… 

Garden gifts from friends…hand-me-down hosta, that I shared with a friend last year.

She gave me the items in the box.  Lilly of the Valley!  More great scents to add to my garden.