More projects than I can shake a stick at...

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I've been at seminars and heard people ask, "What is the most important word in the world?"
The answer: YOUR NAME. It can bring a person out of a coma, it can make a person feel special, and it's the thing that makes them separate from any other person in the world. So this weekend, I've been working on a number of new name banners. There are two people in my office expecting little girls; we're having a joint baby shower on the 28th. What better way to welcome them into the world by hand-creating their names in matching nursery prints.
Our boys' room is done in airplanes, so I took the exact same fabric to make their banners.


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T-Shirt Quilts to remember or celebrate anyone!!!

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These quilts were made in memory of the purchaser's husband. He passed away in January, 2009 from a long battle with cancer. He left behind two very young daughters. So in order to allow his spirit to carry on and for his daughters to understand his sense of humor/always being able to laugh at yourself, she commissioned me to create these for their daughters.

The large panels are made from the fronts/backs of his T-shirts, while the strips are made from his favorite flannel PJ pants. The backing is one of his favorite sheets.
I've completed a number of these quilts including: sorority, college, road trip, volunteer, and baby. If you want a special way to celebrate a time in your (or someone else's life) please consider one of these beauties. Wrap yourself in memories!!!!!








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I'm a WINNER!!!!!!!!!!

Labels: , , , , | at 6:17 AM

Over the summer, MarthaStewart.com was having a summer craft contest. I posted a number of pictures: strapless dresses, banners, etc. Well, I got an email this morning that my Damask Print Dress was on of the finalist, so I will receive a prize!!! It's not much, but definitely an encourager!!!! Here's the link to my beauty:
I'm soooooo excited!! Thank you Martha Stewart :o)

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Nappers, Nap Mats, Sleeper Keepers...

Labels: , , , , | at 7:30 AM

I've been enlisted by a fellow co-worker to start making nap mats for her preschool son & kindergarten daughter. This thankfully gave me a reason to finally learn how to use my monogramming feature on my sewing machine (which is the ONLY reason I bought it in April). I am now ABSOLUTELY spoiled by this...I so wish I would've had this when the boys were little; they would've been sportin' with blankets, hats, diaper bags, etc. with their names on it!!! Of course, it wouldn't have been so easy getting rid of it. Measuring 21" wide by 60" long, my nap mats feature a built-in pillow (using quilt batting, not the fluffy stuff that will shift) and attached anti-pill fleece blanket, a carry handle comfortable for both kids & adults, and velcro closures easy for little hands to manipulate. I actually received another order off of Craigslist for one around the same time. So I have three under my belt! I have now perfected the placement of the velcro & handle, the process of what has to be sewn on first, and of course, the monogramming!!!!! I have listed them for sale on my website if you'd like more pictures!!!! Come one, come all, nap mats (or Sleeper Keepers as a friend of mine helped coin them) are rolling out the door!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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My new affiliation - Just gotta try it!!!!!

Labels: , , | at 4:34 PM

Welcome to You Can Make This...
This is the most awesome site for anyone in crafting, whether sewing, quilting, scrapbooking (even digital), crocheting, knitting, it's endless!!!! I'm so excited to be an affiliate of one of the most dedicated site to our crafts!!!!! You can purchase e-books that illustrate how to do each project or even a gift certificate for a crafter you love...please help me support other craft-lovers.
Click on this link to take you to You Can Make This and start looking for new and exciting projects to add to your stash!!!! QuiltedMemories

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Banners, Banners, Banners!!!!!

| at 10:00 AM

I love these banners!!! I made them with the fabric I used to make their curtains. I think they turned out really well. They are hanging on each of their bunk beds. They think they are BIG stuff when they see their name on stuff.

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Another great idea I might have to try...

Labels: , , | at 6:44 AM

I found the best website this morning: http://www.merrimentdesign.com/ -- It's a "how-to" kinda website, but I found so many things I want to try. She has pillows & fabric greeting cards & these GREAT upcycled napkin rings. I may have to add them to my table as well as my offerings!!!


Let me know whatcha think...I'm not really into "fine dining", but I might have to be just to show off my newly found talents!!!

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