Sunshine on a cloudy day

I love weekends when Tami and I get together to sew. I can't count how many chick flicks we watched...even watched one twice! It's always fun to see what we accomplish as well.

I created my own pattern using a jelly roll. I'm sure there's a pattern out there for this but it's really quite simple. I love these colors. I call this "Sunshine on a Cloudy Day". It was a bit dreary this weekend...so, the name is fitting. :)

This photo...still organizing my blocks...

The shedders had fun too...fighting over the same chair the whole weekend. I think they went into hibernation mode. I'd like to go into hibernation mode - no work for a while would be great!!! (so I can sew!)

And here is Sunshine sewn together...just needs borders and all the rest to finish.

I worked on my rag quilt too...almost ready to cut the fringe to rag it...I started this quilt over a year ago. It's time to finish it!!

Another bag...I love this one!

Grids and Grommets by Indygo Junction...

I love this pattern. Can't wait to make one for me. This one was for my secret santa gift at work.

Wonder wallet for Jen...

I made this wallet for Jen. I like it...cute, easy, and gave me ideas of how I'll make it next time!! Each little thing I make puts a smile on my face...now time to sew!

A little girl's creation

My niece, age 7, asked me to make her a doll. It's taking shape...and a new experience for me, each step of the way. I've let her choose the embellishments...so far she's chosen the hair and the eyes! The eyes...hee hee! I love it so far. Next we'll be making clothes and attaching the headband. I've never made doll clothes before...I'm still fairly new to sewing!

Magic Nine Patch

Working on my next quilt. It's in the design wall stages...but I like it! This material is called "Arcadia" by Sanae for Moda. So fun...

The daily bag...

In July, my friend Tami and I went on a trip to the beach. I love the beach. We spent much time taking photos and more time making bags. It was so much fun and nice to get away. And I must say I enjoy working on projects with friends...gives me inspiration and makes it more fun!

Here's the result...

My First Finished Quilt...

And so it is done...my first quilt.

After several sewing classes and even a few on quilting, I finally took a beginner class to learn correct techniques! The pattern was for a quilt called "A Trip Around the World". I used mostly all Amy Butler fabrics (which are some of my favorite!!) and decided I'd make Angela's soon-to-be baby, Willow, a quilt.

I have heard it is tradition to give away the first quilt you make. And so...this one goes to Willow. I wrote out a few thoughts about my quilt that parallel a new baby. When thinking of the two, there are many similarities...I'm sure you could think of many!!

I love this quilt. It's a pattern I hope to use again and again...