Thursday, 3 January 2013

I've been sewing

Sweet hearts - designed by Carol Doaks
Happy garland message board - designed by Katrien Ban Deuren in Zakka Style
Zakka pincushion - designed by Sonia Cantie in Zakka Style
I so enjoy this time of year, everything just feels a bit more relaxed.  Although I have been working a little, mostly there has been lots of walks, barbecues, picnic lunches, movie watching, tidying, and sewing.  One of my best Christmas gifts was Paul finishing wallpapering and painting our bedroom.  I love the soft grey he painted it and will blog about it soon.  A corner of our room is my little sewing supplies corner and I decided it needed some decoration.  The simple hearts mini quilt, pattern shown here (you will need to scroll down the page), is paper pieced which I love as I always worry my piecing isn't quite accurate enough!  I even machine quilted it and, although far from perfect, I am happy with the overall effect.  Next up I made the message board from the Zakka Style book, I downsized it from 10" to about 6" to fit in my little corner.  And, just for fun, I made a pincushion from the same book.  I am often struck by a realisation that I have lots of patterns, books and magazines that I have hardly used, so this year I would like to try making more things from them, starting with the two above.  I also have quite a few Christmas patterns waiting to be made so I am joining in with Narelle's "1 Christmas item a month".  And I signed up for my first "Friday Night with Friends", see here, maybe I'll see you there!  Wendy xx
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21 comments:

  1. Leanne3 January 2013 at 15:17

    Its so good having a new room isn't it. I'm sure its absolutely beautiful.
    Your sewing projects are just so sweet.
    Love leanne

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  2. Sharon - Lilabelle Lane3 January 2013 at 15:18

    I love the new additions to your home. I often wonder the same thing about all my books. See you Friday night. hugs

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  3. Kristen King3 January 2013 at 15:34

    Your work is beautiful. Here' s to a wonderfully productive 2013.

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  4. Quilt Kitty3 January 2013 at 16:27

    Your quilt is gorgeous & the FMQ looks great. I love your little noticeboard & the sweet message to Paul. The wall colour is great. Unfortunately I agree completely about the neglected book patterns. Tracee xx

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  5. marina3 January 2013 at 16:56

    you have started the crafty year off beautifully! Love all of your new makes they are gorgeous.
    very nice blog makeover too.

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  6. Mistea3 January 2013 at 17:13

    Love the little message board.
    Great idea to make some things from patterns already in your possession. I have the same idea, wonder how far I will get?
    Enjoy your new space.

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  7. Anonymous3 January 2013 at 17:26

    what beautiful things you have made Wendy,makes me want to sew,well done.xx

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  8. Raewyn3 January 2013 at 17:31

    A beautiful start to the new year Wendy - your projects are gorgeous!! I have so many patterns too and keep buying/downloading more... sigh! I was thinking of joining Narelle too so I am better organised next Christmas!!

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  9. Noela3 January 2013 at 18:02

    I love all the things you have made especially the hanging notice board, very cute. In love with swags at the moment. I will be stitching along with you tomorrow night at FNWF. Hugs....

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  10. Melody3 January 2013 at 18:13

    I love everything you have made. Hope 2013 is wonderful for you

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  11. Leeanne3 January 2013 at 18:34

    Fantastic start to the new year! I love the message garland, you have given me an idea! Thank you.
    I love the white shelf, I must show my son as he has been making wooden quilt hangers to sell. I'm off to Narelle's for a nosey!!

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  12. Nicky3 January 2013 at 20:32

    You have been so busy Wendy,your new sewing is all lovely, I love the idea of the garland message board..... and the other two are sew very sweet. You're off to a great start in 2013!

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  13. Katherine3 January 2013 at 21:00

    Your mini looks fantastic and I am looking forward to seeing your finished room soon too. Zakka style is very popular too.

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  14. AnitaS3 January 2013 at 22:15

    I love your mini quilt and pincushiosn. The colors are so nice.

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  15. Michelle Ridgway3 January 2013 at 22:22

    Beautiful mini and the fabric is gorgeous. Enjoy your lovely fresh room...see you at FNSWF.

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  16. Sheila4 January 2013 at 01:15

    What agreat way to start off the year , such sweet projects ,love those hearts ! I take part in 1 Christmas item and love that one and just signed up for Friday night sewing with Cheryll too , see you there.

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  17. lousnewsandcraftycreations4 January 2013 at 03:13

    Lovely projects Wendy,I love the little heart wall hanging.
    Laura xx

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  18. Fiona4 January 2013 at 11:21

    those projects are just gorgeous.... and so great to have your room painted...
    we will be sewing together...
    Hugz

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  19. FloS5 January 2013 at 05:45

    Your mini quilt is so romantic !!!!
    Florence

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  20. Tatkis8 January 2013 at 03:06

    All the projects are adorable! I love the heart hanging!

    Hugs,
    Tatyana

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  21. Cat8 January 2013 at 23:37

    I like this time of year too when things are a little more relaxed and there's no routine to follow, perfect time to do some fun crafting. Your hoop Wendy is beautifully sewn, I love it. x

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