Bowtie extrodinare!

Just thought I'd swish around a photo of my latest project...bowties!

The one up there is the final size we decided on (note the pins), but here is the other I considered:


(too clowny)

I followed the pattern from Prudent Baby: here. I found it really simple and easy to follow - my only lamentation that the size (6 1/4" by 5 1/4") is huge. Hers are for little boys so I assumed I'd do the big one for my Boy, and it would be fine. I ended up with about 3" on either side too big!

Not a major deal though, just a bit frustrating. Can be chopped up for quilting though :)

DIY Bags

Wow, has everyone seen this blog?

DIY Bag Lover.

It's awesome!





Also, a little wallet tutorial.

Stuff I Wish I Had Been Doing Instead of Procrastinating...

1) String Block Tutorial

2) Cathedral Window tutorial

3) Raw Edge Circle tutorial

Block party, wooo!

Who doesn't love new tutorials?

Who doesn't love seeing other people's ideas?

Who doesn't love a quilting bee?!

Well, there are all of these things over here! Together! Imagine!

I am so excited right now, I love the challenge and excitement involved!

Also, if you're looking for other awesome tutorials...check out A Sometimes Crafter's Quilt Along. She has amazing pictures and explanations (which I'm sure is the same as the lovely ladies at Block Party!).