Shabby Fabrics is offering a new Block of the Month program, featuring patterns created by Kathy Schmitz. Each month you construct a little mat combinging patchwork and embroidery. Shabby Fabric provides the kits which include fabric and embroidery transfers. You also get a spool of Sulky thread and a Micron pen.
Now, you all know I do not have a good record when it comes to completing embroidery projects.
Still, I am tempted when I see these cute things and feel the draw to join in and give it yet another go. I was thinking since these are small complete monthly projects, it wouldn't seem like such a monumental task to put them together, as completing an entire quilt top would be. Besides, I want to do more handwork, and have a little portable something to pick up when I am watching Eva or visiting Grandpa.
So, I joined up.
The program starts with February, then March, etc… The idea is you work one month ahead and complete a seasonal mat you can put to use in the upcoming month. I like the idea, I like the size of the projects, and I liked the price. So now, let's just see if I can get that March mat made up!
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How cute are these charming tablemats and the bonus bookmarks? If anyone can get each project finished on time, it’s you, Nicole! More power to you!
There are just so many wonderful, beautiful, and delightful fabrics, patterns, threads, and ideas in the quilting world and only one lifetime …
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Hi Nicole,
These are very cute and look doable. Good luck! I am going to go take a look at these. have a great weekend.
Mary
Oh -you are getting into some fun things! These are perfect size for instant gratification for sure! Enjoy!
Those kits look really cute! I love Shabby Fabrics 🙂
I was so tempted to do this one, Nicole. I did last years calendar BOM from Kathy through Shabby fabrics and loved it! I also put all my blocks into a finished quilt. Have fun!
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OK Woman! I enrolled in the stitch club – waiting for my first packages to arrive. Couldn’t resist – hope they are fast as well as fun!
I LOVE embroidery! WIsh we lived near each other because I know I could get you hooked in a heart beat! I’ve done it to 3 other quilters I know. ;p
Yes, I have done entire quilts that have enormous amounts of embroidery in them. I love it because I can take with me and pull out anywhere I am waiting for someone or waiting for an appointment. I just can’t seem to do it while a passenger in the car…too bumpy. ;p