These are the same projects I have been working on for the last couple of quarters. So, hopefully, this quarter things go better.
Saturday, April 8, 2017
2nd quarter finish along 2017
So, I wasn't very successful with my 1st quarter finish along, so we are going to try for the 2nd quarter.
These are the same projects I have been working on for the last couple of quarters. So, hopefully, this quarter things go better.
There is 1 more that I am adding. This is a panel I am turning into a quilt. Probably will be for 1 of my grandsons. It is a panel of retrievers and I can't get to my sewing room right now. It is on the frames, and I am laid up with a bad knee.
These are the same projects I have been working on for the last couple of quarters. So, hopefully, this quarter things go better.
Thursday, April 6, 2017
Island Batik Ambassador -April Challenge preview
This month for the April Challenge for the Island Batik Ambassadors, our challenge is Applique.
I love applique. Whether I do it by machine or by hand it is one of my favorite things. I do prefer to do it mostly by hand, as it is easy to carry along with me. I work on it where ever I go. I carry it to work and take a few minutes to work on it at lunch time, unless I decide to go for a walk.
The project I am doing this month is Hawaiian quilting. I love this type of quilting. I first saw it at a local quilt shop when I went on a shop hop. There was a gorgeous one hanging up that was a sampler of different squares. I bought a book and taught myself the techniques of Hawaiian quilting. My project this month is at least one sampler block and I have chosen to do the "Pua Aloalo" which is the hibiscus and is the Hawaii State Flower.
The fabric is folded the same way that you would fold paper for snowflakes or the little people holding hands. I could never make those things work. I have to find a scrap to practice on so I don't screw up my good fabric.
I am very lucky to have a neighbor who is Hawaiian. The last time they went to Hawaii, was to visit her sick dad, who also ended up passing away. Her husband took these pictures of this quilt that hangs in the lobby of the hospital over there. It is definitely an inspiration picture for me. One of these days, I will make one that is like this.
Stay tuned, and later in the month I will share with you my Hawaiian quilt. What inspires you to quilt or whatever your hobby is?
I love applique. Whether I do it by machine or by hand it is one of my favorite things. I do prefer to do it mostly by hand, as it is easy to carry along with me. I work on it where ever I go. I carry it to work and take a few minutes to work on it at lunch time, unless I decide to go for a walk.
The project I am doing this month is Hawaiian quilting. I love this type of quilting. I first saw it at a local quilt shop when I went on a shop hop. There was a gorgeous one hanging up that was a sampler of different squares. I bought a book and taught myself the techniques of Hawaiian quilting. My project this month is at least one sampler block and I have chosen to do the "Pua Aloalo" which is the hibiscus and is the Hawaii State Flower.
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| These 2 photos show the beginning of my project. I am using Aurifil 2024 for the basting and for the needle turn applique I am using Aurifil 2510. |
I am very lucky to have a neighbor who is Hawaiian. The last time they went to Hawaii, was to visit her sick dad, who also ended up passing away. Her husband took these pictures of this quilt that hangs in the lobby of the hospital over there. It is definitely an inspiration picture for me. One of these days, I will make one that is like this.
Stay tuned, and later in the month I will share with you my Hawaiian quilt. What inspires you to quilt or whatever your hobby is?
Monday, April 3, 2017
Happy Very late Galentines and Valentines day
Yes. I know those days happen in February. Galentines is really a fictional day, but a day when we can let our women friends know we care, especially if they don't have a hubby or boyfriend to go out and celebrate with. As an Island Batik ambassador, we were given a challenge to make some mug rugs or something to give to those friends. I had a very crazy February and even March with some family things that happened. So, I got the mug rugs done, towards the end of the month, and got them delivered to some friends who were just down a little bit. Then I realized I forgot to post pictures and write a blog.
SO, I decided that since I had pictures of the ones I had shared, I needed to get them posted. These were fun to do. I used the Valentines day fabrics from Island Batik and thread from Aurifil. The Aurifil thread was wonderful to work with. I used two different colors. I used 2311 which is a cream color for the piecing, and the quilting on this one:
The heart pattern I used came from http://cluckclucksew.com/2015/01/making-heart-blocks-in-multiple-sizes.html. It was fun to do. I used warm n natural cotton batting, but under the heart I put a piece of polyester batting to give the heart some umph.
This one was done the same way, and I used Aurifil 4020 thread for the quilting.
Then because we had such a challenging month in our family, I made this one for my hubby:
I wrote on this one: 2 hearts as 1 Sept. 9, 1983. Our first date was February 12, 1983. I wanted him to know that I was thinking about him. I used the same batting on this that I used on the others.
This past week I had some friends that were going through some challenging times. I had some of the Valentines fabrics left over, and I thought hearts and love aren't just for Valentines, so I whipped up a few more. Well, I have 2 left over. So, I want to do something fun. If you know someone who is having a hard time, doesn't matter the reason, leave a comment and next Monday, April 10th, I will draw 2 winners and these little wall hangings can go to them. Tell me which one you would prefer if you are the winner. We will close the comments at 11:59 p.m. on April 10, 2017. The winners will be chosen randomly through a number generator. The giveaway is open only to U.S. Residents due to mailing costs, please.
Good luck and I really enjoy reading your comments.
SO, I decided that since I had pictures of the ones I had shared, I needed to get them posted. These were fun to do. I used the Valentines day fabrics from Island Batik and thread from Aurifil. The Aurifil thread was wonderful to work with. I used two different colors. I used 2311 which is a cream color for the piecing, and the quilting on this one:
The heart pattern I used came from http://cluckclucksew.com/2015/01/making-heart-blocks-in-multiple-sizes.html. It was fun to do. I used warm n natural cotton batting, but under the heart I put a piece of polyester batting to give the heart some umph.
This one was done the same way, and I used Aurifil 4020 thread for the quilting.
Then because we had such a challenging month in our family, I made this one for my hubby:
I wrote on this one: 2 hearts as 1 Sept. 9, 1983. Our first date was February 12, 1983. I wanted him to know that I was thinking about him. I used the same batting on this that I used on the others.
This past week I had some friends that were going through some challenging times. I had some of the Valentines fabrics left over, and I thought hearts and love aren't just for Valentines, so I whipped up a few more. Well, I have 2 left over. So, I want to do something fun. If you know someone who is having a hard time, doesn't matter the reason, leave a comment and next Monday, April 10th, I will draw 2 winners and these little wall hangings can go to them. Tell me which one you would prefer if you are the winner. We will close the comments at 11:59 p.m. on April 10, 2017. The winners will be chosen randomly through a number generator. The giveaway is open only to U.S. Residents due to mailing costs, please.
Good luck and I really enjoy reading your comments.
Monday, February 6, 2017
I am one of the newest Ambassadors for Island Batik Fabrics.
Yes. You read the title of this post right. I am an ambassador for Island Batik fabrics. In a few days I should be getting a box full of beautiful fabrics from them. I am so excited for this adventure. One of the best things for my readers is I will be doing some fun giveaways with the fabrics. You will also get to see some new designs from myself as well as other ambassadors.
So, how did this happen? I am glad you asked. Back in December, someone who was an ambassador posted a link that they were accepting applications for new ambassadors. I thought, "I have nothing to lose, why not try?" So I did. I was so excited the day I got the email. I really am looking forward to this journey. As I have read through the plans for the year, I realize this is going to be a challenge at times, but a good one as it will help me grow. A lot of the quilts that are done with the batiks seem to be more modern. I learned to quilt 40 ish years ago, and I am more of the traditional quilter and usually go for more of the florals and calicos. But, hey, it is good to grow and take on new challenges right?
One of the challenges this month is actually to make some Kennel quilts. These quilts finish at 12" x 18" and fit in portable kennel cages. These are for animals that are rescued by shelters. I am working on designs right now for some fun ones and would like to make as many as I can. If you want to help, please let me know, and I can pass along the information.
This is a little about the Kennel Quilts program: In 2016, Island Batik joined forces with an existing group of industry partners and supporters of the Petfinder Foundation to create the Piece for Shelter Pets (PFSP) initiative. The initiative supports the Petfinder Foundation, a “public charity that works to end the euthanasia of adoptable pets by assisting animal shelters and rescue groups across North America”, through financial contributions made possible by the sale of fabric, thread, and other quilting related products. PFSP sponsors include The Quilt Pattern Magazine, Island Batik, Aurifil Threads, QuiltyBox, Benartex, and Hancock’s of Paducah.
You can donate to your own shelter, or there is this one that is in need:
Bark and Roll Rescue Companions
3105 Shadows Lake Dr.
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
If you don't sew or quilt and want to donate, please contact me at kbruck2001@yahoo.com
Thanks for sharing in this new challenge with me, and please stay tuned to this blog, because I will be doing some fun giveaways.
So, how did this happen? I am glad you asked. Back in December, someone who was an ambassador posted a link that they were accepting applications for new ambassadors. I thought, "I have nothing to lose, why not try?" So I did. I was so excited the day I got the email. I really am looking forward to this journey. As I have read through the plans for the year, I realize this is going to be a challenge at times, but a good one as it will help me grow. A lot of the quilts that are done with the batiks seem to be more modern. I learned to quilt 40 ish years ago, and I am more of the traditional quilter and usually go for more of the florals and calicos. But, hey, it is good to grow and take on new challenges right?
One of the challenges this month is actually to make some Kennel quilts. These quilts finish at 12" x 18" and fit in portable kennel cages. These are for animals that are rescued by shelters. I am working on designs right now for some fun ones and would like to make as many as I can. If you want to help, please let me know, and I can pass along the information.
This is a little about the Kennel Quilts program: In 2016, Island Batik joined forces with an existing group of industry partners and supporters of the Petfinder Foundation to create the Piece for Shelter Pets (PFSP) initiative. The initiative supports the Petfinder Foundation, a “public charity that works to end the euthanasia of adoptable pets by assisting animal shelters and rescue groups across North America”, through financial contributions made possible by the sale of fabric, thread, and other quilting related products. PFSP sponsors include The Quilt Pattern Magazine, Island Batik, Aurifil Threads, QuiltyBox, Benartex, and Hancock’s of Paducah.
You can donate to your own shelter, or there is this one that is in need:
Bark and Roll Rescue Companions
3105 Shadows Lake Dr.
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
If you don't sew or quilt and want to donate, please contact me at kbruck2001@yahoo.com
Thanks for sharing in this new challenge with me, and please stay tuned to this blog, because I will be doing some fun giveaways.
Wednesday, January 11, 2017
2017 Q1 finish along proposed finishes
So, in a recent post on my instagram @kathyskwiltsandmore I mentioned that I had chosen 2, really 3 words for the year. The 2 words were organize and finish. To accomplish these 2 words, I then need to add a 3rd word and that would be planning.
You can read that post by going to my instagram @kathyskwiltsandmore.
With that brief introduction, we now get back to the 2 words of organize and finish. In trying to organize my sewing room, I started gathering my works in progress (WIPs). There are a lot. So, I am now moving to the word finish. To help me do that, I am joining the 2017 finish along. I am choosing some of the quilts I would like to get finished. The only problem, I will lose my PhD, because I won't have projects that are half done. The best part is my quilts and other projects can be loved by the people who get them.
These are the projects I am aiming to work on this quarter. There are a lot, but some of them just need the binding and they will be done. So, here we go.
1. The Tardis quilt. I just need to put panes on the windows and bind.
2. The Metro medallion quilt. I have a lot of blocks made for this one, I have ideas of how I want to quilt it, so I just need to get it done.
3. Chevron quilt for a friend. Will be done this quarter. I have to add a few more rows, then quilt. Quilting idea is in my mind and a file in my computer.
4. This one is cut out and almost together. Making it for a grandson.
5. This one is have the fabric for. Making it for at least 2 grandsons, maybe 3. The 3rd grandson is due in March. Would be fun for all 3 boys to have matching quilts.
6. Needs one more square and this one is ready to put together and quilt.
7. My peacock quilt and quilted shams. This is going to go on my bed.
8. Just needs a bit more quilting and then binding.
9. Just needs binding.
10. This one is ready to quilt and bind. I have quilting ideas in my mind.
11. The Eagle quilt. Need to finish piecing, then quilt and bind.
12. Ready for binding
13. Another ready for binding.
14. Finish borders, quilt and bind. This is the humming bird quilt.
15. Just need to finish quilting and bind. For a grandson.
16. Just need to bind.
17. Need to quilt the borders and bind.
18. Need to finish quilting and then bind.
18 projects, in about 12 weeks. Some will go faster than others. I will blog about each one as I get them done.
You can read that post by going to my instagram @kathyskwiltsandmore.
With that brief introduction, we now get back to the 2 words of organize and finish. In trying to organize my sewing room, I started gathering my works in progress (WIPs). There are a lot. So, I am now moving to the word finish. To help me do that, I am joining the 2017 finish along. I am choosing some of the quilts I would like to get finished. The only problem, I will lose my PhD, because I won't have projects that are half done. The best part is my quilts and other projects can be loved by the people who get them.
These are the projects I am aiming to work on this quarter. There are a lot, but some of them just need the binding and they will be done. So, here we go.
1. The Tardis quilt. I just need to put panes on the windows and bind.
2. The Metro medallion quilt. I have a lot of blocks made for this one, I have ideas of how I want to quilt it, so I just need to get it done.
3. Chevron quilt for a friend. Will be done this quarter. I have to add a few more rows, then quilt. Quilting idea is in my mind and a file in my computer.
4. This one is cut out and almost together. Making it for a grandson.
5. This one is have the fabric for. Making it for at least 2 grandsons, maybe 3. The 3rd grandson is due in March. Would be fun for all 3 boys to have matching quilts.
7. My peacock quilt and quilted shams. This is going to go on my bed.
8. Just needs a bit more quilting and then binding.
9. Just needs binding.
12. Ready for binding
13. Another ready for binding.
14. Finish borders, quilt and bind. This is the humming bird quilt.
16. Just need to bind.
18. Need to finish quilting and then bind.
18 projects, in about 12 weeks. Some will go faster than others. I will blog about each one as I get them done.
Thursday, December 29, 2016
2017 quilting/blogging goals
I have a hard time setting and meeting goals, however I know that if I plan then things really do go better for me. I think the reason I have a hard time planning, is because I just want to do everything.
One of my biggest goals I am working on for 2017 is to get good enough at my quilting that I can quilt for others as well as designers.
I have taken a notebook and started planning some of my goals for next year.
I want to make a metro medallion quilt by @sewkindofwonderfuljenny. I love using their quick curve ruler.
Practice quilting designs daily. One thing I will do is have a notebook handy and practice drawing quilting designs. I have a big stack of quilts to practice on.
Another thing I will do is some whole cloth quilts. I will draw out areas on the quilt and do different designs.
Also make a notebook of quilting samples. This let's me show people what I can do and gives them a closer look at my work.
Pattern testing for designers. I did some of this in 2016 and want to do it again. I found it was hard to keep up with several at one time, along with full time work. This year I will schedule my time better. And if I know we are getting swamped at work, I know not to try to do too many.
I also want to publish 2 patterns I have been working on.
BLOGGING GOALS
In 2016 I participated in a new bloggers hop. I had so much fun and learned a lot. I want to apply again, and really improve my blogging skills.
I will also be sharing more tips and techniques on my blog throughout 2017. And would like to do more tutorials.
I am linking up with Yvonne @quiltingjetgirl.com and her 2017 planning linky party.
One of my biggest goals I am working on for 2017 is to get good enough at my quilting that I can quilt for others as well as designers.
I have taken a notebook and started planning some of my goals for next year.
Practice quilting designs daily. One thing I will do is have a notebook handy and practice drawing quilting designs. I have a big stack of quilts to practice on.
Another thing I will do is some whole cloth quilts. I will draw out areas on the quilt and do different designs.
Also make a notebook of quilting samples. This let's me show people what I can do and gives them a closer look at my work.
Pattern testing for designers. I did some of this in 2016 and want to do it again. I found it was hard to keep up with several at one time, along with full time work. This year I will schedule my time better. And if I know we are getting swamped at work, I know not to try to do too many.
I also want to publish 2 patterns I have been working on.
BLOGGING GOALS
In 2016 I participated in a new bloggers hop. I had so much fun and learned a lot. I want to apply again, and really improve my blogging skills.
I will also be sharing more tips and techniques on my blog throughout 2017. And would like to do more tutorials.
I am linking up with Yvonne @quiltingjetgirl.com and her 2017 planning linky party.
Monday, October 24, 2016
4th quarter 2016 proposed finishes
Well, I didn't do so hot with finishes for the 3rd quarter. I got 1 quilt done. So, the list moves on, and I added more quilts to be done. These are in no particular order.
1. Metro Medallion by sew kind of wonderful. This quilt is being done for a wedding at the end of the year. I am doing their wedding colors and favorite colors.
2. I call this one the Eagle quilt. Pattern being used is Frayed Edges from patterns by Jen. This is planned for a Christmas gift.
3. Churn dash. This one is for a wedding and will be done in the wedding colors. I have just a couple of blocks cut for this one. But I will be getting more done soon.
4. This is one of two Christmas quilts I am working on. This one is ready for quilting. Yay!!
5. This is another Christmas quilt.
6. This one is on the frame right now. It is a dragon quilt, made from my own pattern. I am quilting it with stars.
7. This is a wall hanging for one of my daughters. Just needs the binding to be finished. I may do some quilting on the dress. Binding in yellow.
8. This one is ready for binding.
9. I have those one almost ready for quilting. I just can't remember where I put it. I need to find it because it is for a grandson.
10. Another one ready for quilting.
This is part one of my list. I have more to do, and more on my proposed list over on my instagram account @kathyskwiltsandmore. I need to train my body for some long nights ahead of me. A lot of what I accomplish depends on work. If we have a lot of overtime, I won't get a lot done.
Linking up with Rhonda at www.rhondasramblings.com
Monday Making @www.lovelaughquilt.blogspot.com
Let's Be Social @www.sewfreshquilts.blogspot.com
1. Metro Medallion by sew kind of wonderful. This quilt is being done for a wedding at the end of the year. I am doing their wedding colors and favorite colors.
2. I call this one the Eagle quilt. Pattern being used is Frayed Edges from patterns by Jen. This is planned for a Christmas gift.
3. Churn dash. This one is for a wedding and will be done in the wedding colors. I have just a couple of blocks cut for this one. But I will be getting more done soon.
4. This is one of two Christmas quilts I am working on. This one is ready for quilting. Yay!!
5. This is another Christmas quilt.
7. This is a wall hanging for one of my daughters. Just needs the binding to be finished. I may do some quilting on the dress. Binding in yellow.
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| cinderella wall hanging |
9. I have those one almost ready for quilting. I just can't remember where I put it. I need to find it because it is for a grandson.
10. Another one ready for quilting.
Linking up with Rhonda at www.rhondasramblings.com
Monday Making @www.lovelaughquilt.blogspot.com
Let's Be Social @www.sewfreshquilts.blogspot.com
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