After seeing my Mr. Fox the other day, my friend Rachael messaged me interested in a Mr. Fox of her very own. Well, of course I follow her blog and see all the lovely things she makes. It's possible she sews more than I do, as crazy as that may be!! So, we decided on a trade!
Where I received the most perfect 241 bag, made with some of my very favorite fabrics at the moment (Aunt Edna & Washi). I think this trade was definitely tilted in my favor! Thank you so much Rachael!! I seriously LOVE this bag!! You can find more photos here.
This week I also received a little fabric mail! These colorful stashes came from Pink Castle Fabrics and The Intrepid Thread. I went shopping for solids and this is what I ended up with? It's hopeless, I am such a pattern girl!
Our piggy friend, Abner came back to visit! He's gotten twice as big since the last time he stopped by. He did an amazing job cleaning all the crumbs off my kitchen floor. Thank you Abner!
I've been slowly adding that hand stitching to my Little Folks Garden quilt. It's so nice to have a project like this to pick up when we're watching movies. Getting to lounge around with these layers of voile on my lap feels like heaven and the handwork keeps me from eating all the popcorn! Which perhaps is a win for everyone!
And, finally I can add a finish to my list this week! My Valentine mini is bound and ready to hang, pictures to come soon. I decided to use a Seuss black & white stripe after-all, and even made enough to add another project to my list -- Valentine bunting! You know me, I can't cross a project off the list without adding one, too!
So, now you have to tell me! What are you up to??? Happy Wednesday, friends!
oh gosh, that 241 is great. what a perfect trade! and, of course, i love mr fox. he is adorable.
ReplyDeleteand your new "solids" are so pretty too! :)
oh, Mr. Fox... i love you already :) i'm completely hopeless at buying solids as well. i've been trying harder to make myself use them! also, the voile is looking great, the pig is adorable, can't wait to see the finished mini, and you're SO sweet!! xo
ReplyDeleteoh how fun! i love the bag she made for you! you made an excellent trade! i love your stack of solids! ;) can't wait to see the full reveal on your valentine mini. i love how you draw with your thread. it is always so beautiful! i need to practice more. i have been working on a quilt for my sister in law, she is getting married next weekend. the top is done basting needs to happen today... ;) i hope your dr. appt. goes well. i will be thinking of you sweet friend! xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteYour Mr Fox is so adorable! Do you work with wool felt or a blend? I love the polished and sturdy look it has (aside from being so dang cute, of course!).
ReplyDeleteRachael's tote is gorgeous, what a great use of fabrics. I always admire a harmonious fabric combo, and this one is right on. And I am drooling all over your new stash pieces, what a great assortment of prints and colors!!
Wow, piggeh's grown loads!
ReplyDeleteI'm so busy atm that I haven't touched my sewing machine since Dec. 21 and won't before March. Eek. Such a sad experience. I keep looking longingly at my fabrics now and then...
Love your colourful pics and adorable Mr Fox as always. :)
Lots of fun fun stuff! And beautiful pics!
ReplyDeleteEverything looks so wonderful! Happy Wednesday to you Maureen, I hope your appointment goes well!
ReplyDeleteThe pig is cute. They would make a fun pet when small. Boy do they get big.
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Make sure you stop by and put your guess in my quilt givaway by guessing my babys B-day or Birth Weight.
You have the most amazing eye for color and design. I have yet to see anything on your blog that's not adorable. Loving Mr. Fox!
ReplyDeleteI finished my first foray into picture quilting last night. You can see it at http://fabricmutt.blogspot.com/. It was a challenge, but I'm glad to be done. Enjoying your inspiration as always!
Cool trade!!
ReplyDeleteAnd the pig made me smile. :)
Wow, so much eye candy in this post. Lots of wonderful projects going on in your house. Cute piggie, too. My kids would go all nuts from happiness if a pig could come into the house. No pigs around here, though. Good luck at the doctor's. You'll be in my thoughts.
ReplyDeleteI may or may not have just bought some goodies from the stores you linked to....
ReplyDeletei bought some lighthouse printed fabric and I cut out squares for a quilt while I wacth TV. Still thinking about how to piece it together in my quilt, though. P.S. Love the bag and the fat quarter stash!
ReplyDeleteFun stuff on your post today.
ReplyDeleteI am actually working on the Valentine pillow that you did a tutorial on but mine is quite different. I will let you know when I do a post.
I think you both got an amazing deal in that swap! Love that binding too, I must stock up on some stripes for binding :o) Oh, and love your wee visitor too, very cute!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for pointing me in noodlehead's direction! What a fun site!
ReplyDeleteIt's one of my favorites!! :)
DeleteHead on over to see what fabircs im using for my current project, matching twin bed quilts with pillow shams to match.
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice trade. LOVE the fox pillow so much!
ReplyDeleteoh so much fun at your house!! I've been doing some english paper piecing and am loving it :)
ReplyDeleteThe bag is beautiful... lucky you! Abner is too much... I can't stand the cuteness!
ReplyDeleteI love your blog - just found it through Riley Blake Designs. I am your newest follower!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day ~Amy @Permanent Kisses.
your pillows are adorable- I love them :)
ReplyDeleteAnd as for the bag, nice trade!
What a great trade! I know what you mean about enjoying that hand quilting. I so enjoyed doing the Loulouthi Tiles quilt. Now I'm done and my hands are empty. What's next, I wonder?
ReplyDeletetotally awesome, what a fun swap. and it looks like you're overflowing with creativeness! :)
ReplyDeleteAww the pig is so cute!!
ReplyDeleteYou both lucked out, I think! I love the 241 bag, and I always adore your fox pillows! And I can't wait to see that finished mini!
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