Splendid Sampler Saturday on Thrusday

And today, I am continuing on with my  Splendid Sampler catch up ;)   Here are 6 more blocks from September and October.  Almost all caught up and it feels so good!!!

First up is the Starting Point block designed by Lissa Alexander.  I loved Lissa's story that went along with this block and the idea of just jumping in ;)  The only way we can learn new things is by trying and I just loved how this block represents that.   So perfect!!

Second is the Homeward Bound block designed by Kelly Liddle.  And I have to say, I am so super excited because this was the first paper pieced block that I did for the Splendid Sampler that didn't have a little oopsie in it.   I am thinking the key for me is to stop worrying so much about waste and use slightly bigger pieces of fabric, that way you are guaranteed to cover the space ;)   Isn't this such a fun design, I love those arrows ;)

Third is the Circle of Friendship block designed by Michele Muska.   I love Dresden's, and this block was a fun play on a Dresden shape.  And of course, I raw edge appliqued it :)   And isn't the striped background just so fun.  Great added design feature Michele ;)

Fourth is the Traveler block designed by Pat Sloan.  Once again, it is nice to have a super quick block every once and a while to shake it up ;)   And I loved the way the four shades of orange played in this block.  I don't always get the right amount of shade variation in these blocks, but I was sure happy with this one!!

Fifth is the Hen and Chicks block designed by Heidi Kaisand.  And I have to say, when I choose the fabric for this block, I wasn't thinking to much about the print.  But how perfect is that red print, it totally looks like little chick and hen claw marks going across the dirt in fun patterns.  I really loved the play of colors in this block and it was such a fun one to piece together. 

And last but not least is the Icing on the Cake block designed by Kim Christopherson.  And I have to say, I have been looking forward to making this block since it was released.  I love that adorable cupcake.  It just doesn't get any cuter than that ;)  And yes, I was totally craving a cupcake the entire time I was making the block ;)  Gotta love it!!

And that is the second part of my Splendid Sampler Catch-up.   I will be sharing the last bit of  Splendid Sampler Fun on Saturday, and then I should be all caught up.  Yippee!!!   

Hope you are have a Happy Quilting Day!!!

Splendid Sampler Saturday on Wednesday

So ya, I got a little behind in my Splendid Sampler, as in I pretty much missed all of September and October. But I took advantage of  missing market this last weekend and went full steam ahead to get all caught up.  It worked out great, because each time I finished a block, I treated myself with a little Instagram time to see what was happening in Texas ;)   And three days of that and I had 18 blocks done!!!   Yes, 18 blocks, so fun!!!   But I decided rather than making one super giant Splendid Sampler Saturday post, that it would be better to break them up a bit, so we are going to have 3 catch-up posts ;)   So let's see the first set of blocks!!

First up is the Summer's Gift block designed by Karla Eisenach of Sweetwater.  I love the fun pinwheel background of this block that makes that adorable applique flower just pop!!!  And it is so simple to make with just a few HST's that you don't even have to stress about lining up, as you are just going to applique over the center.  So fun!!

Second is the Flights of Fancy block designed by Joanna Figueroa.  Flying Geese and HST's are always my favorite.  These flying geese are obviously on the tiny side which makes all of those points all the more fun.   I love this bursting star design, so great!!!

Third is the Coneflower block designed by Pat Sloan.   I loved making this block.  You know I always love me some applique!!!  It went together so fast and don't you just love that striped fabric.  It was just perfect for the center of the flower.  

Fourth is the At Home Anywhere block designed by Jennifer Keltner from Martingale.  I altered this block slightly as somehow from cutting to stitching, I lost a window.  But I still think it turned out super cute, and I started with a polka dot theme for the house and background and was pleased to find I had enough yellow polka dot prints in my scrap drawer to do the whole block in different shades of polka dots.  So fun!!

Fifth is the Dedication Rose block designed by Lisa Bongean.  And wow, this was some serious applique.  But I just love the design.  So gorgeous and totally worth all of that cutting.  I wish however that I would have used a contrasting thread for the secure stitching, just so the individual pieces stood out a little more.  Ah well ;) 

And last but not least is the Whirling in Circles block designed by Deb Roberts.  And can I just say how much I love that striped background.  It really does make the star look like it is actually whirling. And I have to say, I was totally over the moon excited with how perfectly the center point came together.  So fun!!!

And that is the first part of my Splendid Sampler Catch-up.   And Can I just tell you how excited I am to be sharing these blocks again.   I forgot how fun these little 6" guys are to make up.   I will be back tomorrow with more Splendid Sampler Fun.   

Hope you are have a Happy Quilting Day!!!

Terrific Tuesday Giveaway - Welcome Fabric Please!

It's Terrific Tuesday Giveaway Day and today is a special TTGD because we are also welcoming a new sponsor to Happy Quilting!!!! So let's have some fun :)

First, we need to announce the winner from last weeks Terrific Tuesday Giveaway!!   The winner of the Vintage Picnic Layer Cake from  Shabby Fabrics is . . .   Number # 452. . . Congrats Aleta!!!   I have emailed you :) 

      

   

  

And on to today's

Today's Terrific Tuesday Giveaway is being sponsored by Fabric Please! , a brand new sponsor here at Happy Quilting!!!    I asked Rita to send me a little intro to her shop so I could share it with all of you ;)   So here's all about Fabric Please! . . . 

Rita opened her online shop in February 2014 and has been loving every second of it!  She tries to blend the modern convenience of online shopping with old fashioned service and values.  Every online order is wrapped in brown paper and tied with string.  There’s also a little “something for nothing” with each online order in the way of a free Fat Quarter, mini-spool of Aurifil thread or sewing notion.  It’s her way of saying “THANKS”!  She believes every customer is the most important customer.  She uses the fabrics she sells so she knows how they feel, how they wash and how they stand up to everyday wear. Her tastes are eclectic so she has e a wide variety to choose from.  Hopefully, you will find something you just have to have!

The first thing you will most likely notice from above is that Fabric Please! is located in Canada!!!  Growing up visiting my Grandparents in Calgary Canada, makes it a special place in my heart, so I was super excited to get to work with Rita ;)     And for my Canadian friends that means shipping is only $8.00!!!   And for my US Friends, never fear, shipping is only $15.00 to you, and the prices listed are Canadian, so you get to take in the exchange rate as well :)   So Come On In and check out Fabric Please!

 Fabric Please!  has all of your quilting needs.  They carry lots of different designers and even have a designer search option.    Your find beautiful pre-cuts and bundles and of course, lots and lots of quilting yardage  (gotta love those Canadian Maple Leaves :)   And Rita carries some awesome widebacks as well, because sometimes you just don't want to piece the back of the quilt as well :)  And don't forget the  Aurifil threads , and  basic notions, to go along with all of that yummy fabric!!! 

     

And along with carrying lots of wonderful modern and contemporary quilting fabrics, Fabric Please! also carries gorgeous knits, as well as lovely home decor and apparel fabric!!!  So now matter what project you have in mind, you will find just what you are looking for ;)  

  

And of course, you don't want to forget to check out the Sale Section!!!  You will find lots of wonderful fabric goodness here at slashed prices!!  

And now that we know a bit more about Fabric Please! . . . Let's have the Giveaway!!!  Rita has put together this gorgeous  custom Christmas Bundle for one lucky reader!!! It's totally time to start thinking about your handmade holiday's sewing list ;)  

You have two entry chances, the second being optional, and please leave a separate comment for each.  All Entries are welcome, including International Entries.  Please just be sure to leave an email address if you are a no-reply blogger ;)  

ENTRY 1 - Simply leave a comment that tells me what/if  you have planned for your handmade holiday's this year :)

 ENTRY 2 - Let's welcome Fabric Please! with lots of Love!!!!   You can Sign Up for their Newsletter (on the right hand side :)  You can follow them on  Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, or Instagram.  Or you can visit The Shop and then share a favorite item ;)   Just be sure to leave a comment of how you showed your Fabric Please! Love!!!

And that's it ;)  The giveaway will be open until next Tuesday, November 8th when I will announce a winner at the beginning of next weeks Terrific Tuesday Giveaway Post :)

Good Luck, Welcome to Fabric Please! and Have a Happy Quilting Day!!!

I'm In the MQG Swap!!!

I haven't participated in a swap for quite a while so when the Modern Quilt Guild announced that they were doing a mini swap I was so very excited!!!  I signed right up and am now starting to peculate ideas for my partners swap ;)

We were asked to give our partner some ideas of what we might like and I tell you what, I surfer around and quickly realized that there was no way I could choose favorites.  I love it all I tell you ;)    There are just so many cute ideas out there.  What's your favorite design that you would love to see in a mini???  Help me narrow it down ;) 

The only thing that I would love is if my partner would include lots of lovely purple, that way I can add it to my collection of purple mini's on my purple sewing room walls ;)   I love, love, love purple!!!

Ya, and I might have had a gal on instagram ask to see my purple wall of mini's and this was just another great way to show them ;)   

I have a few ideas in mind for my partner and will be sure and share my progress on my partners mini just as soon as I get started ;)

Hope you are having a very Happy Quilting Monday!!!

Snapshots Quilt Finished!!!

Yippee!!!  I am so super excited to finally be sharing my Snapshots Quilt all finished up!!!  And here it is ;)

 You might recall when I shared the finished quilt top back in March and I mentioned that I would have to think a bit on the quilting . . . well, I guess a bit was 7 months ;)   But good things come to those that wait right :)  And I just love how this turned out to be such a good thing!!!

I just loved piecing up this quilt, each of the blocks were so much fun to make.  I used the Daysail Collection by Bonnie and Camille for Moda in this quilt.  It was the same fabric Fat Quarter Shop used for the original Snapshots Quilt Along quilt, and it is just so cute.    Thanks so much Fat Quarter Shop for such an awesome Quilt Along!!!

And maybe I should mention a little about the quilting, since it took 7 months to decide on, tee hee hee ;)   I had a lot of fun custom quilting this one.  In the quilt background I did swirls and in the sashing I did little chain loops.   And then in the block background I did curls.  I love how all three designs have a flow-y feeling and so they play so nicely together.

And I also did a lot of ruler work in the pictures of the blocks.   Every bit of each block picture is quilted with variations of straight lines.   I love how it came together, and it was also great practice for my straight ruler.  But there were several times I thought it would be fun to add some curves, so I suppose I need to look into a curved ruler next ;)  Any suggestions??

And you have to check out the back of this quilt as well, since it is such an adorable bonus camera block.   So perfect.    The bike spoke almost fit in the camera lens, kind of a cool look ;)    And a little bonus, it really shows all of the quilting ;)  

And that is my Snapshots quilt !!!   Yippee!!!!   Now it is off to Salt Lake for the annual Festival of Trees to be part of the quilt block auction to help sweet little ones at Primary Children's Hospital.    I can not tell you how grateful I am to be able to use this passion for quilting to help with such an amazing cause.   It is truly humbling and amazing to be a small part is such an amazing event for such a wonderful cause.  Especially as I can do this to day a  huge thank you to all of those that took care of my sweet little nephew.

And that's all for today.  Thank you so much for stopping by today and each day.  I am feeling so very grateful today for being a part of such an amazing industry full of the nicest people!!!!   Thanks for being a part of my quilty family ;)

Linking up this finish to Amanda's and Sarah's ;)