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Nov 08, 2018
Perth Quilt Tour 2019
May 19 to May 28 2019 – Time for a getaway
Join the fully escorted tour and take in the sights and tastes of the Margaret River Valley, visit the Perth Craft & Quilt Show and plenty of other exciting inclusions.
Contact megan.brunel@helloworld.co.nz to register – spaces are limited
Oct 13, 2018
Pattern available for the Conical Felt Tree!
The Conical Felt Tree pattern is now available. This is a fabulous Christmas tree to make for young children. They will decorate this tree over and over again!
Suppliers of the thick felt & Velcro fabric are listed in the pattern.
Have fun making your wee Christmas Tree!
Continue reading "Pattern available for the Conical Felt Tree!"
Oct 11, 2018
Conical Felt Christmas Tree
Cassie is having fun decorating her Christmas tree! The pattern will be available at the end of October 2018.
Sep 24, 2018
Alice In Wonderland Pattern
The Alice In Wonderland quilt pattern is now on my site and available to download. It is a very large file due to containing full sized templates and placement guides. Also there are a number of coloured images showing the detail of the original quilt.
I hope you enjoy making your own Alice quilt! Please add a photo of your completed Alice quilt to my site or on my Facebook page - I would love to see it!
Aug 08, 2018
Alice Quilt Update
There is just one main applique block remaining to finish and that is 'Painting the roses red'. The pattern writing is coming along nicely and hopefully it will be ready some time in September for all those Alice in Wonderland lovers to use!
Jul 29, 2018
Alice Quilt Update
Another four blocks have been created in EQ7 for the Alice in Wonderland quilt... All the fine details will be added in the pattern and you can choose whether you want to stitch them in or do as I did and draw them on.
Jul 16, 2018
Alice Quilt Update
Four more blocks have been created in EQ7 for the Alice in Wonderland quilt. I'm now over half way through creating the applique templates for this quilt...
Jul 12, 2018
Alice Quilt pattern Update
There are 5 completed appliqué blocks for this quilt, into EQ7. Each block is now taking only 2 evenings to draw. The finished blocks will create clear, correctly sized and easy to use templates - perfect.
I had a slight issue about 10 days ago when I lost 3 1/2 of my blocks that I had drawn in EQ7 - not a good day! I’m sure it was my issue not saving before a power outage or similar…
I would love to hear any suggestions you may have regarding what you’d like to see in the pattern. You can contact me via the ‘Contact Me’ at the bottom of any of my pages, via Facebook or in the comments section at the end of the Alice page.
Looking forward to hearing from you…
Jun 29, 2018
Quilt Shops in the Netherlands
Are you planning a trip to the Netherlands some time in the not too distant future... and wanting to know if there will be any quilt shops close by?
Check out the Netherlands quilt shop directory and then plan on having a lot of fun!
Jun 19, 2018
Alice Quilt Pattern Coming later in 2018
Due to multiple requests I have finally decided to write up the pattern for this gorgeous quilt. This quilt was made using hand drawn patterns so I'm re-creating these in EQ7. I will post progress here.
Here is the first completed applique block Tweedle Dee & Tweedle Dum.
Jun 14, 2018
Italy Quilt Shops
Are you planning a trip to Italy some time in the not too distant future... and wanting to know if there will be any quilt shops close by?
Check out the Italy quilt shop directory and then plan on having a lot of fun!
I have added a Google map to show the exact location of each shop!
May 18, 2018
'New' - Shop added
Added to my site is a shop tab in the navigation bar at the top of the page along the base of the header. Here you will find the patterns that I have written both for sale and for free.
All the paid patterns are just US$2.99 each and payment is made via Paypal.
My apologies to those of you that have tried buying a pattern of mine and struck a problem... the fault was all mine and has now been fixed...
All future patterns when completed will be added to my shop. I hope to begin work on 'Alice in Wonderland' quilt & pattern next month...
May 10, 2018
The Felt Christmas Tree Pattern is HERE!
The pattern for this gorgeous Felt Christmas Tree is now available. It includes full sized templates for both the tree and each of the decorations.
Also included are the links to the suppliers for the thick felt and the velcro fabric.
Enjoy making your felt Christmas tree!
May 07, 2018
Baby Snuggle Bag
I just received a lovely email from Francine showing the fabulous baby snuggle bag she has made for her expecting grand daughter.
It's great to hear from visitors to my site and find out what they have been inspired to create after their visit.
Apr 25, 2018
Felt Cupcake
What child doesn't love a cupcake. This cute wee one has 2 layers of icing and some fabulous buttons as embellishments that add a nice textural element for wee hands to explore.
Apr 20, 2018
Felt & Fabric Presents
These wee presents have been made from felt and Christmas fabric, then embellished with ribbons that add a lovely textural element for wee fingers to explore.
Apr 19, 2018
Jingle bells, jingle bells...
A simple wee bell to hang from the tree. I have used twisted two toned satin ribbon for this and for the bow.
Apr 18, 2018
Christmas Pudding
Two felt Christmas puddings made with 2 variations. Firstly they attach to the tree differently and secondly one is in traditional colours while the other is in pastel tones. I have done this with quite a few of the decorations so that they can be sorted using different criteria by an older child...
Apr 17, 2018
No Christmas tree should be without a cute Santa!
My felt Santa needed a bit of a lift so was embellished with rosy cheeks. Eyes are dolls buttons and he can be attached to the tree via the wee velcro dot on his back.
Continue reading "No Christmas tree should be without a cute Santa!"
Apr 15, 2018
Cute Teddy with a Scarf Decoration
Who doesn't love a cute wee teddy... even one this small. Eyes are created using dolls buttons - just the right size. Mouth has been drawn on using permanent fabric pens.
Apr 12, 2018
Embellishing Your Felt Decorations
There are many ways you can embellish your gorgeous felt decorations. I like using beads, buttons, ribbons and permanent fabric pens.
This is the brand I have used for almost 20 years and they have never been a problem so I have never had a need to look for another brand!
Apr 12, 2018
Simple Felt Star Decoration
This simple felt star is made from two different yellow felts. To give it a bit of life it has been embellished with wee gold beads. This adds a lovely textural element for wee hands to explore!
Apr 12, 2018
Cute Felt Elf Hanging Decoration
Here's another cute wee felt decoration to make for your child's Christmas tree. It has twisted satin ribbon attached so it can hang and is embellished with wee buttons. Mouth & nose were drawn on using permanent fabric pens.
Apr 09, 2018
Felt and/or Fabric Christmas Stocking Decorations
Two variations of the same pattern - a felt stocking and a fabric stocking. When using fabric I find it best to reinforce it with woven fusible interfacing for extra strength as well as adhering those loose edge threads together before sewing..
Continue reading "Felt and/or Fabric Christmas Stocking Decorations"
Apr 07, 2018
Cute Felt Gingerbread Decorations
Another cute wee felt decoration to make for your Christmas tree. These wee folk measure 6.5cm or 6" tall not including the ribbon.
Apr 05, 2018
Making a cute Felt Angel Decoration
Here's a cute and simple angel to make to add to your collection of felt decorations for your felt Christmas tree.
Apr 03, 2018
Felt Snowman in a Heart Decoration
This snowman is enjoying playing in the snow. The scarf and beads on his tummy add a nice textural element for wee hands to enjoy.
Mar 29, 2018
Felt Christmas Bird Decoration
Two very talkative felt birds to add to the Christmas tree. The beaded legs add a nice textural element to them. Both these birds have ribbon loops sewn into them so that they are hung over the buttons on the tree.
Mar 28, 2018
Felt Christmas Penguin Decoration
The first of many cute felt decorations to be made for the felt Christmas tree. These two have velcro on their backs so they are able to be used an all sides of the tree.
Mar 18, 2018
16m old Cassie Having Fun
Now her big sisters are at school & kindy, Cassie can have fun decorating the egg how she wants to...
Mar 18, 2018
Grandchildren's Easter Egg Creations
My grandchildren loved the Felt Easter Egg I made them for Easter! Bella (4years old) decided it was going to be hers so she snuck it up to her bedroom for some 1 to 1 play!! Her mum discovered what happened and took the opportunity for some combined play and they made the super chick!
Mar 15, 2018
Felt Easter Egg Pattern Now Available
The pattern is now available to make your own fabulous non-chocolate Felt Easter Egg. Everyone will have fun decorating their own eggs at Easter time - or at any time of the year!!
Mar 12, 2018
Felt Easter Egg
This gorgeous wee Easter Egg is now complete and I have added videos showing how each type of decoration is made. There are lots of variations that can be made - lots of fun for small children at Easter time. Pattern will be added soon.
Mar 08, 2018
Felt Easter Chicken
The perfect addition to making your non chocolate Easter egg gift. This chicken is made from felt with velcro sewn onto the back of each piece so it can be placed onto the egg shape.
A quick video tutorial showing how to make these pieces is included.
Mar 07, 2018
Felt Easter Bunny
This gorgeous wee Easter Bunny is complete and I have added videos showing how each section is made. There are several variations that you can play with as well - do you want to make a boy bunny or a girl bunny? Do you want to add the back view of the bunny hopping away? Have fun making yours!! Pattern will be added soon.
Mar 04, 2018
The perfect non-chocolate Easter gift!
Here is an update showing another view of this cute wee bunny. This is a work in progress... and I have two more sets of accessories to complete before finalising the pattern, that I hope to have available next week.
This is such a fun project to work on!!
Mar 01, 2018
Non-Chocolate Easter Egg
Easter is fast approaching and my gorgeous 15month old granddaughter isn't allowed to eat chocolate yet so my daughter & I are making a felt Easter egg toy for her enjoy instead.
This is a work in progress over the next few weeks up until Easter. I'll add each step as it is completed to my site here.
Feb 26, 2018
3D Felt Christmas Tree
Learn how to make this Innovative 3D Felt Christmas Tree for someone special. The tutorial includes videos of each stage of its construction. You can make one side and hang it on your fridge or make 3 different sides and connect them to make your 3D tree.
Make each side different or all the same - you choose. Have fun making your own tree!
Feb 21, 2018
Felt Christmas Tree Tips
Learn the tips to making a fantastic felt Christmas tree the first time! I cover types of felt to use, sewing machine needle sizes to sew different types of felt, how to cut your felt when using a pattern and more...
Jan 25, 2018
Craft Bookmark Family
Welcome to my craft Bookmark family. I made these as gifts for family & friends this last Christmas and they were loved by everyone!
I have created a brief tutorial showing how I made mine - so click the link below to read more....
Jan 25, 2018
Free Paper Piecing Tutorial
Have you tried paper piecing before and become lost and/or frustrated by the process? I have added a clear and simple tutorial to help you have fun with this technique so a whole new world of quilt making is open to you.
In my instructions I use a very simple block for you to practice this technique with and this will have you enjoying paper piecing from now on!!
Jan 14, 2018
Planning a Trip to Ireland
Added to the directory are 15 quilting shops that you can enjoy while visiting Ireland!
Dec 28, 2017
Planning a trip to Germany...
Are you planning a trip to Germany some time in the not too distant future... and wanting to know if there will be any quilt shops close by?
Check out the Germany quilt shop directory and then plan on having a lot of fun!
Dec 13, 2017
Christmas Wreath Wall Hanging
This gorgeous wall hanging was made in 2011 as a fun project with my quilting group. The pattern came from a very old Quiltmaker magazine that was published 17 years ago! If you'd like to know how I made this quilt then subscribe to my newsletter and check out my next issue...
Nov 02, 2017
Baby Busy Book Started
Are you thinking about making a busy book for a wee one - then check this one out for some inspiration.
Made for my granddaughter's 1st birthday it has several tactile pages and where necessary zip pockets to hold removable items. This book is currently being made so only the completed pages are shown.
Oct 30, 2017
Planning a Trip to Austria.....
Added to the directory are 16 quilting shops that you can enjoy while visiting Austria!
Oct 25, 2017
Do You Use Spray Starch
Do you use spray starch when making your quilts? Occasionally do you forget because you're in too much of a hurry or you ran out....
What initially seems like another step in the process can make such a huge difference to the end product. I have been recently researching homemade starch recipes to try and came across a fabulous story...(paraphrased by me)
"A group of older quilters were seen spritzing their fabrics with starch at the ironing table... when they started spraying some in their mouths & laughing uproariously!
What was in there? Chemicals...?
Turns out they had made their own spray starch from water & vodka!"
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Perth Quilt Tour 2019
Nov 08, 18 04:17 PM
May 19 to May 28 2019 – Time for a getaway Join the fully escorted tour and take in the sights and tastes of the Margaret River Valley, visit the Perth Craft & Quilt Show and plenty of other exciting… -
Pattern available for the Conical Felt Tree!
Oct 13, 18 11:21 PM
The Conical Felt Tree pattern is now available. This is a fabulous Christmas tree to make for young children. They will decorate this tree over and over again! Suppliers of the thick felt & Velcro fab… -
Conical Felt Christmas Tree
Oct 11, 18 09:00 PM
Cassie is having fun decorating her Christmas tree! The pattern will be available at the end of October 2018.
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