We've been a little busy around here, so it's been a while since I've posted. (Obviously - did I really need to type that?) Since I've been back home full time, I've been doing a TON of knitting, and haven't really done much sewing other than a set of pillowcases for Andrew and one purse. Andrew will be getting his pillowcases on Sunday when he turns 3. THREE!!! My goodness, where does time go? Anyway, today I got a chance to sew a little. The girls each had a pair of jeans that still fit in the waist, but were way too short for them. So I decided to be a little crafty and make some modifications!
From this:
to this:
in a matter of about 2 hours. I didn't have a pattern so it took me a while to figure it out as I went. This skirt is Aelin's. Of course I used a pink fabric! Tomorrow I'll be doing the same in a purple version for Annika from this:
Once I've finished, I'll try to get them to model them for a photo! This is a really fun project, and I foresee lots of these skirts on all of the girls from now on! But right now I have to meet the school bus and get Attie. I'm hoping to have lots of photos, projects, and birthday news to post after the weekend. With such wonderful summer weather sticking around, there should be plenty to blog about. I just need to take time out from the sunshine to get to the computer! Enjoy your weekend everyone!
We had a great turnout for the Flower Pounding Workshop on Wednesday night! A lovely group of 11 women came to learn how to create their own printed fabrics at the Enchanted Farms greenhouses. Even Debby's grandsons got in on the action!
We had a wonderful time, and there are some really creative gals out there. So many new ideas of what to do with their fabrics they pounded. I can't wait to see their finished projects -- they've all been sworn to share when they are done. Here are a couple photos from the evening for all to enjoy....
Edited to add: The above photos are of Impatiens, Salvia, and Geranium pounded onto treated muslin and then stitched into a wall hanging....
Join the fun on Wednesday evening! We'll be at Enchanting Farms Greenhouses/Nursery doing a workshop on flower pounding. This technique involves transfering flower/plant pigment to fabric to create a unique piece of art for sewing.... trust me, you'll love it! I'm completely addicted to this process!
The workshop is Wednesday, June 4th at 7 pm. We're going to be right in the greenhouse with all the flowers. The fee is $15 and includes materials... you only need to bring a smile!
Call the shop at 517-668-2000 to sign up, or email Debby out at the greenhouse directly at zellrade@aol.com.... Hope to see you there!
... is this lovely assortment of yarns!
Isn't it beautiful? Now, to find a box large enough to hold it all.... this gal really was in need of a yarn fix, wasn't she? I only wish I could see what it was going to become once it reaches its destination. What a lovely rainbow of yarny goodness! And all the way to Orange, Australia!
What you see here is a sneak peek at a new quilt we're doing to bring to the quilt shows we have coming up... Once the blocks have been sewn into the top, the border added, and layered/quilted/bound, we'll put a finished quilt photo up here for you! This is also going to be done up into quilt kits in a couple different colourways as well, and once those kits are complete, we'll add them to the shop website, too! I just love Amy Butler fabrics...... sigh...
In other news, the Central Park Hoodie Knit-Along is going very well. We cast on January 22nd, and unfortunately I haven't had a whole lot of time to work on mine, but here's the progress so far:
It really does knit up quickly, and it is much more fun to knit than I expected it to be! Although I do think the hood and front button band will take an eternity while picking up all of those stitches. I am really enjoying it, though, and those of us making it are loving using the Kathmandu Aran. It's an identical yarn to the yarn the pattern originally calls for, but much more affordable. It was originally done in Tahki Donegal Tweed wool singles. Jo Sharp's Silk Road is also identical to this, but a little more expensive than the Kathmandu Aran. But all three yarns are just about the same. I have a feeling this one is going to be one of my favorites in my wardrobe.
Watch for more quilts to appear here on the blog in the next few days. We're really gearing up for the quilt shows, and putting together as many kits as we can in the next few weeks. Look for a new Dick and Jane quilt & kit, a Kaffe Fassett quilt & kit, and a Sunshine quilt as well... Lots of fun going on around here!
