What's Next From Sew'n Wild Oaks?

Hello Everyone,

 

Quilters have been asking me, "What's next?"  Here's a little tidbit.

 

The freezer paper is still behind all of the pieces that are just laying on the drawing.  I forgot to trace the stem of the pumpkin, so it's stemless for now.  This is going to be my ongoing project this summer.  I will eat, sleep and breath images and shades of Autumn. 

This is still very much in the early drawing stages.  While I go about my day, raking, and putzing in the yard, I'm thinking about this quilt.  I just had to drop everything, (including the rake) and put my vision into fabric. 

When Mr. Joe checked on my progress he said, "It looks like you."  I took that to mean I've developed my style, and not turned into a pumpkin!

I've started using the Jenkins, freezer paper sheets for my applique.  I double them, sometimes triple them when I know I'm going to be making the same shape multiple times.  These sheets are larger, 12" x 15"  and a bit heavier which I really like.

I'm off to begin my day and weekend.  I hope you are all planning something fun!

Soon,
Lynn

More Nostalgic Pillows

Hello Everyone,

 

When I was a vendor at the Amador Valley Quilt show, I found some adorable, vintage postcards printed on sateen in the Not Just Quiltz booth. 



 

The prints come four to a pack.  Not Just Quiltz had a nice selection of prints in their booth which made it hard to decide which one to buy.  I love anything to do with Halloween and Autumn, so this is the set of four that I purchased.

They are printed with archival ink on very high quality fabric which is washable.

I think I see a wallhanging in my future featuring the four prints.

Check out all of the prints located HERE at Olde American Antiques.  There are thousands of vintage prints to choose from.  I think the price is very reasonable considering they are already printed for you on the washable, soft fabric.  I easily modified the center section of my Nostalgic pillow and quilt pattern to accommodate a 4" x 6" print and I loved the results.

I particularly loved the whole series of National Parks and scenic outdoor images. They would make a great Father's Day present.  (It's a good thing Mr. Joe doesn't read my blog!) 

Soon,
Lynn

Country Charmer Quilt Along - May

Hello Everyone,

It's the first of the month and that means it's Country Charmer update time.

Tina in Nevada sent me a picture of her gorgeous quilt top.  Some of her blocks look just like the button at the top of the page!  She will be ready to have this quilt on display at Christmas.  Wonderful job Tina.

Karen in California sent me a picture of her Country Charmer too. I love the rich browns and caramel colors.  It is so much fun to see this quilt made in this colorway.  I'm in love with your color selection.  Another wonderful quilt in the making and I'm looking forward to see what fabrics you select for your sashing and borders.

A big thank you to Lesley The Cuddle Quilter who is leading the QAL.  Check out her blog HERE.  Scroll to the end of her post and you can visit some other blogs and see some more Country Charmer quilts.

I'll be teaching this quilt at In Between Stitches on May 21st and I know I have a few openings in the class.  The pattern is available HERE and the kit for my darker version is available HERE.  Remember too, if you already have the pattern and you have questions, I'm just an email away at patched55@comcast.net    I also have a block tutorial located at the top of my blog under the Country Charmer Quilt Along tab.

Thank you so much Tina and Karen for sending me your pictures.  You've both done excellent work and I love what you've done.

Now I've got to run and look at other Country Charmer quilts around the world.  Isn't the Internet amazing!  It's keeping us so connected while working on this project.

Soon,
Lynn