Monday, July 19, 2010

Ohio Star Finish!


Hi all! Finally a finish!.........This Ohio Star was made using Bonnie Hunters free pattern.....I used reproduction fabric scraps for this one......I'm really happy with the way it turned out... Hope you all are doing well.......it's been crazy around here lately!!
Happy Quilting!
Shar

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Floating The Top

I think this is called floating the top not sure......but it worked for me and I didn't have to mess with the other rollers..LOL :)~






I am making the binding out of that pretty green stripe........can't wait to finish it! I need a crinkle fix.......you know.... wash it......take it out of the dryer and it's all crinkled........I love that part!........heheheh

Happy Stitching
Shar



Thursday, June 3, 2010

Teeny Tiny Nine Patch



Look at these darling little nine patch blocks..........Just too darn cute!.....Julia at Greenquilts blog has issued a Teeny Tiny Nine Patch challenge She has a wonderful tutorial on how to make these darling blocks.....The nine patches finish at..........1 1/2 inches!!!! If you would like to join or see how to make these Teeny Tiny blocks........Click over to Julia's blog and have a look!!! I enjoyed making these and a big thank you to Julia for the tutorial!!! :)~

Happy Stitches,
Shar

Thursday, May 27, 2010

9 Patch


Hi Everyone! It's been so hot and humid the past few days.......I've been staying inside keeping cool......Just finished this quilt top......using 2 charm packs..... (Simple Abundance by Moda)...... plus sashing and borders.
Happy Stitching
Shar

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Little House Stitchery

Hi All, I've been working on a few small projects from the book "Quilt A Gift" by Barri Sue Gaudet........
I several tops that need quilting......it's been so long since I've used my frame.....it some how became a catch all for for odds & ends.....UFO's...ect... Today, I'm in the mood to quilt and I can't......so, guess what I'll be doing......that's right clearing off the frame...LOL... Do you feel my dread? :)~
sigh......
Happy Stitching
Shar

Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Pegboard Is My Friend


Please hand me the EZ angle ruler?........I'll wait.....LOL..... Oh my.......I wouldn't do that to ya really......promise......heheheh. In my efforts to be better organised. Today, I turned this mess into......... are you ready? Drum Roll...............Ta Da!


A place for my rulers to hang out....ahhhhhhh..... finally! I can see....find.......and get to my rulers with ease. I found the pegboard at Home Depot for $7.00. :)~
Happy Stitching
Shar



Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Thread Holder

I bought this 120 thread holder by June Taylor on sale at hancocks for $16.95. It was a good purchase....Plus it just happen to fit where I needed it to go..........:) Ok now I just need a sewing machine matt and a thread catcher.
Happy Quilting,
Shar