Archive for March, 2010

Talented friends

Thursday, March 25th, 2010

     I am extremely lucky to have 2 talented friends.  Debbie Mote designs fabrics and her house blessing, which was designed as dinner napkins, has been turned into this attractive table center piece or wall hanging by Dena Praul-Gentner of Denajean-Handmade by Design.  Debbie’s design collection can be found at www.Spoonflower.com.  Look for ddmote fabric.

Small Quilted wall hanging

Thursday, March 25th, 2010

I really do believe  that my soul is fed by my needle and thread!

Knitted bunny vest

Thursday, March 25th, 2010

     This Child’s vest was knitted using Vanna’s Choice Yarn.  It is amazing what a few cables can turn into.

Using printed soft book panels

Thursday, March 25th, 2010

Using pre-printed book panels, colorful and quick baby quilts can be made and given with a matching soft book.   Thse have been very popular lately.

Ducky purse

Thursday, March 25th, 2010

This purse is 7″ x 10″.  Perfect for Easter.  The yellow duck has a soft feel to it and was embroidered using Lana Wool Thread by Madeira.  The purse is lined with fusible polar fleece.  There is a pocket on the back.  Fringe was added by crocheting bands from Lion Brand Fun Fur.

Remember St Patrick’s Day

Saturday, March 6th, 2010

Remember St Patrick's DayThis Irish Blessing quilt is 15 X 52 inches.  This fabric is one of 2 fabrics for this special day- the other fabric has leprechaun hats on it.  Many coordinates are available.  The sample has been sold but the fabric is still available.

Alpine Wool Hat

Saturday, March 6th, 2010

Alpine wool hatAlpine wool is new from Lion Brand.  It is 100% wool roving which is idea for garments, accessories, and felting projects.  The hat pictured here is a great project for knitters who want to learn how to knit with 2 colors.  Stop by The Shanty for a demo.

Thimbleberry kit sale

Saturday, March 6th, 2010

All Thimbleberry kits and baskets are on sale.  Receive a 20% discount on all items needed to finish your quilt.  Maybe you need a rotary cutter/blade, cutting mat, scissors, or thread.

Amazing yarn shawl and beret

Saturday, March 6th, 2010
Amazing Yarn shawl and beret
Amazing Yarn shawl and beret

Lion Brand’s new wool blend yarn, Amazing, is a self-stripping and soft yarn.  The shawl is knit on the diagonal and the design is formed from dropped stitches.  A great drapping shawl. (more…)