Sunday, January 29, 2012

Ideas for Valentines Day


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Valentines day is fast approaching so I thought I would help out with some inspiration to get the creative juices flowing.

Why not get creative in the kitchen?

Breakfast could be...

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Biscuits for morning tea...

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Or surprise him with a healthy snack...

graphic by The Picky Apple

And how about making some cute Valentine labels? Here are some free printable tags that you can use. Thanks to Mommy by Day Crafter by Night. Click the link here for more information.



Does your valentine have a sweet tooth?

I have a heart shaped chocolate to place on my hubby's pillow, or here's a quick and easy idea with red M&Ms.


Or perhaps you would like to make something personal for a special friend.
Why not get your needle and thread out and whip up this cute little embroidered heart.


Valentines Day does not have to be expensive, get creative and send someone your message of love.
Feel free to add some more ideas via the comment section.
Happy Valentines Day
Warmly Lenna

Sunday, January 22, 2012

Patchwork and Quilting Books on Sale

I've just discovered some interesting patchwork and quilting books that are on sale so thought I would  share them with you. A sewing girl can never have too many books on the bookshelf for inspiration can she?

I just love flipping through the pages and looking at all the beautiful fabrics and designs.

Click on each image if you would like more details. The books shown here are all on sale for between 17% - 30% less than normal retail price and include free shipping worldwide! Have fun.

Sunday, January 15, 2012

Some tips for organizing your quilting area


One of my goals for 2012 is to get more organized. I am fed up with wasting my time trying to find a pattern, a book, a piece of fabric or a pair of scissors that I know I have somewhere.

Just last week I almost became frantic when I misplaced some important templates for one of my designs. I tore the house up looking for these patterns only to find them underneath a pile of other stuff on my work desk. By the time I found them I was in quite a state, almost convinced that they had been accidentally throw out with all the excitement over Christmas. The stress I felt was only relieved when I finally discovered them, so I vowed then and there that things had to change.

I am pleased to report I have started by doing some research to find some suitable solutions. The except below is just the start, which I have included here in the hope that it can also help some other disorganized sewing soul such as myself.

Vintage and contemporary fabric storage:
  • Stacked on shelves by color or randomly
  • Folded and stacked in wire rolling bins
  • Scraps mixed in open bins like laundry baskets
  • Folded and piled in enamel or ceramic vintage bowls and basins
  • Rolled and put into cubbies
quilting supply storage
Mary Hettsmanberger uses shelves and cubbies
to house her jewelry and quilting supplies.
From Inside the Creative Studio.












Quilting thread storage:
  • Hung on wall pegs
  • Contained in glass jars
  • Held in printer or cutlery trays
  • Stacked on spice racks
  • Sorted in see-through bins or specially made drawers
Quilting tools storage:
  • Scissors laid in segmented drawers, stored in vintage flower pots, and hung on pegboards
  • Paintbrushes stashed in recycled cans, vintage pails, and flower frogs
  • Stamps and stencils laid in flat baskets and blueprint drawers
  • Dyes and paints held in colorful dishpans, plastic cutlery totes, and on shallow picture shelves

I have also enjoyed finding the most amazing studios on Pinterest. You can check out my finds by clicking the link here:
http://m.pinterest.com/lennagreen/quilts-fabrics-buttons-more/
 
Here's hoping that all this inspiration rubs off on me.

Monday, January 9, 2012

I still have Christmas on my mind

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I clearly still have Christmas on my mind. Just found this cute book and feel compelled to buy it. How can I resists this little guy? I know he wants to come and live in my home.
I'm sure there are lots of other Christmas Critas to make as well. Hoping that he is as small as I am imagining him to be. It does say mini Christmas crochet, so I think I am on the right track.
You can check this book out by clicking here. There are others in the series including decorated cupcakes and knitted bears. Lots to stir the creative juices.

Saturday, January 7, 2012

Cute Little Knitted Dog

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Just how cute is this little knitted dog?
Gosh I love the holidays, it gives me time out to play and discover wonderful things like this. Makes me want to get the knitting needles out and start creating!

found at: Knitted Dog - http://www.flickr.com/photos/stefantell/3040719602/

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