I have a lot to learn about color placement and value it turns out. I spent yesterday afternoon playing with fabric and a new ruler tool a friend sent me. I have been wanting to make a Kaleidoscope quilt ever since I saw Cindy's at Hyacinth Designs. The colors, the alternate circular design that appears, […]
I was out in the gargage rummaging around, looking for a nice large bin for all my new happy fabrics, when this project practically fell on my head. Years ago, two houses and a lifetime ago, I began this applique project with some Fig Tree fabrics my friend Lisa sent me. I was so shocked […]
Holy Cow. I really need to knock off on the chardonnay before shopping on the internet. The mailman came and there were certainly a lot of packages with my name on them. Sara said, "Mom. It's like Christmas". Oh dear. Well, I can tell you, that I have definitely beefed up my non-existent Happy Fabric […]
I am starting my Happy Fabric collection! Truth be told, the collection in the photo above I have had for a year or so, but haven't quite had a plan as to how to use it. It is Hope Valley by Denyse Schmidt for Free Spirit Fabrics. Something very special will come of this, I […]
I've been happy as can be working away on my happy blocks. Debbie suggested that I rename the quilt "Maison Joyeuse", which I thought was an excellent idea. Several of you have inquired as to the size of the blocks, and they are a perfect 8 1/2 inches. Love that size block. I want […]
YES!! I am very happy now. Look how cute these little blocks are, who wouldn't smile to see them? I have been dreaming of making a Kaleidoscope quilt, like Cindy at Hyacinth Designs made, but I have to wait for my special ruler to arrive. As soon as it comes, I will start cutting out […]
Hey there. Hope you all had a good weekend. Mine was pretty good, with great springtime weather, some family time, and some sewing thrown in for good measure. I got the center section of Victory Stars all sewn together, and am going to set that project aside for a bit. I will be adding a […]
It feels so good to have finished something. This little table topper is from the pattern "Paganini", a Schnibbles pattern designed by Carrie Nelson of Miss Rosie's Quilt Company. The pattern has three or four variations, including a beautiful one with a scalloped border. I made a variation of my own with this project, making […]
Time for some happy sewing! I decided due to some recent comments by a certain guest blogger/family member that it might be time to set aside the dark Civil War Reproduction fabrics for some cheerier stuff. It's ok. I get it. Yesterday morning I pulled out a couple of Schnibbles and Cotton Way patterns with […]
I definitely needed a distraction last week, and applied myself to assembling a Princess Castle. What do you think about that? This sort of task is not my forte by a long shot, so I went into it with some trepidation. My first problem was trying to figure out the drawings and assembly instructions. After […]
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Hello, I’m Nicole, an enthusiastic quilter and fabric lover. This blog is mainly about my quilting journey, but I share some of my other interests as well, which include reading, cooking, decorating, lifestyle, and my family. When I am not quilting, I am reading, and will share monthly book reviews in this space. I love to hear back from my followers and enjoy getting to know you.
