Arrow Quilt

I saw a nifty tutorial on Pinterest on how to make these blocks soooooo easily.  Here is the link:

http://mollyflanders.blogspot.com.au/2012/05/even-easier-arrow.html

I was so mad at myself for messing up the quilting. The back of this quilt is a train wreck! Hence it is now a wall hanging instead of a quilt to snuggle in.  BUT....I did find a great tutorial to help me to prevent the back from puckering next time.  Who knew to use a spray baster! Voila problem solved!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39I5A3iyCtw&feature=share

 

Have fun with this quilt! It is a great way to make a dent in the pile of scraps we all hoard!! Heh...admitting we have a problem is the first step toward recovery. : )

"Dresden Plate" Tie Quilt Wall Hanging

These are three "dresden plate" pattern quilted tie wall hanging I made for a friend.  I think this is a nice tribute to a father don't you think?

Instead of buying an acrylic dresden plate template - I just made one out of card stock and used a chalk pencil to mark my cut lines.  There are several great tutorials out there that give directions on how to cut dresden patterns from ties.  The one I found most helpful is: http://www.ludlowquiltandsew.co.uk/free-quilt-and-sew-patterns/free-quilt-patterns/silk-necktie-quilt-pattern/.  It gives you the gist of how to cut the pattern from a tie.  As you can see - I made my own quilt design.  I kept it simple, and added a yo - yo rosette in the center.

 

 

I used these instructions to learn how to make yo - yo's...and then just put my own spin on it for this wall hanging. http://www2.fiskars.com/Sewing-Quilting/Projects/For-the-Home/Pillows/Yo-Yo-Pillow

 

 

Have fun! What a nice gift to give to a dad on Father's Day or to make as a memoriam for a father who has passed.

 



Crochet Pillow Cover

The pillow covers on my couch were never really "me "- so I decided to crochet new covers.  I basically started with a granny square...and kept feeding it chocolate!! : )