Bubbles & Ruffles

On Saturday I was able to get some more photos of my quilt and have now got some good photos to share (I am not a photographer by any means!). It was another overcast day so the water was not as beautiful and blue as I wanted but the sun did peek through a little – just enough to get what I needed.

And so I bring to you:

Bubbles and Ruffles

I LOVE this new quilt. (It’s my new favourite – how many favourites can a girl have?!) What do you think?



‘Bubbles & ruffles’ employs a trapunto method that adds dimension to the raw edge appliqué bubbles. Beautiful ruffles or jumbo ric rac give a chic look making this a modern, fresh and fun quilt to make and enjoy.'

I made the green and blue quilt a little while ago (which I love – blue is my favourite colour) and decided to have it made again (by mum) in a different colour scheme and alternatively uses ruffles instead of the ric rac.

I love the bright summer colours in mum’s version. When I first saw it finished I have to admit I was starting to lean towards liking hers more! :s

I am sure no matter what colour you choose for your quilt you will be impressed by the stylish modern design and may even want to take it everywhere!

For the back I pieced together some left-over fabrics to make it reversible.

The blog will be a bit quiet as I am off to the AQM for the weekend :)

Sneak Peek

Life has been slightly crazy of late and filled with ups and downs but let’s just talk about the exciting things.
The other day I headed to Port Sorell to take some photos of a new quilt I have designed and made. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t the best and it was overcast, so I wasn’t able to get any photo’s that showed the full potential and do the quilt justice - sigh.

This pattern has been some time coming and sorry to say you have to wait a little longer. The blue/green one was made and quilted a little while ago but I decided to have a second made in a different colour - oranges and yellows and has a slightly different feature (thanks mum!). I will be doing another photo shoot soon when the weather is better and then be able to show you more than just a sneak preview.

Wheels

Yesterday and today day have not been the most productive for me. I have been in bed for most of the time trying to get rid of a migraine (its all good though, I suffer from them regularly so I know what to do to get rid of them ). Hubby has had to work from home so he could care for our Princess (I am so blessed that he is able to do that). But on the upside I do have a new pattern to share.

Introducing ‘Wheels’ this cot sized quilt is designed for the little man or men in your life. Featuring stylish appliquéd numbers and a boyish transport theme every man, little or big is sure to love!

I love the back of this quilt just as much as the front. As I often do I ordered more fabric than I needed so that I would have extra left over to make the back special too. I have also included fabric requirements to make this back too.

Believe it of not I started this quilt before ‘Baby 123’ but I wasn’t 100 % happy with the design so I set it aside for a while then came back to it and made a few tweaks and this is what I came up with. I am REALLY excited with how this turned out.

You're probably wondering if girls can enjoy ‘wheels’ too? Well our Princess loves cars and when she sees the quilt says, “broom, broom, car” so I suppose "yes" would be the answer.

This quilt was quilted at Esmes. Yep that’s right people Lillian has a one stop shop - fabric, machines, patterns, kits and a quilting service. Who knew?!

If you would like to purchase a copy of Wheels for yourself and your favourite store doesn’t have them in stock ask them to order one in for you or contact me directly.

If you are a store owner and would like to stock this or any other Clares Place pattern's feel free to contact me to place an order.

Fabrics: Riley Blake - Wheels
Quilted: Esmes

Alphabet Soup

Introducing a new pattern: Alphabet Soup on display at Esmes. This quilt and pattern was actually the last on my ‘to do list’ but snuck ahead of the pile because it is so quick and easy to whip up. Just perfect for a baby shower.

This quilt is educational as well as functional! The vintage alphabet panel will help little one’s learn their ABC’s while keeping them warm and snug. If the alphabet isn’t your style why not substitute the ABC panel for a stylish print of your choice to give it a personal touch. With minimal sewing this quilt is so easy to create, you could make several in a short period of time.

If you want to purchase this pattern Esmes have them in stock NOW and kits are ready to go so you can make one EXACTLY the same :). Lillian also has kits of Baby 123 for anyone interested in that. Kits are fantastic as they take the worry out of choosing fabrics and you can see what your quilt will look like finished before you even start the project.

If you would like to purchase a copy of Alphabet Soup for yourself and your favourite store doesn’t have them in stock ask them to order one in for you.

If you are a store owner and would like to stock this or any other Clares Place pattern's feel free to contact me to place an order.

Fabrics: Moda - American Jane - Punctuation

Stay tuned for another new pattern coming very soon!

Baby 123 winner

Wow time has flown by between posts - and I have done quite a bit in that time! Baby 123 is now on display at Esmes in Kings Meadows along with the entire range of patterns to date. Fresh Fabric in Deloraine now also stock all my patterns and have Twinkle Twinkle on display so if you are local and want to see the final product feel free to stop by either Esmes or Fresh Fabric to check them out and while you are there check out the beautiful ranges of fabric both stores have in stock. Seriously you wont be able to walk out without buying SOMETHING! :)

Okay now for the winner of the Baby 123 pattern:

clare's craftroom said...
It's a lovely design Clare , love it !

Congratulations! I hope you enjoy making it as much as I enjoyed creating it :)

Baby 123 + Giveaway

Inspired by the birds around our home, this quilt will add a special touch to your little one’s nursery. This cot size quilt features stylish appliquéd numbers and delightful birds including the elegant peacock.

Baby 123 is so much fun to make you will want to make one for everyone!

This quilt was also quilted by the lovely Sarah

Fabrics: Riley Blake Just Dreamy

Quilted: Patchworks Plus

And now giveaway time!
For your chance to win the Baby 123 pattern simply complete one (or all) of the following:
• Leave a comment on this post! For one entry
• For a bonus entry, post about this giveaway on your blog, then come back and leave another comment letting me know that you have blogged about it!
• If you make a purchase on my Etsy store or Made It store (and pay for it) during the competition you will be given one additional entry per purchase. Please make a comment on here for each item purchased.
Entries will be taken from today until the 12th September and drawn via random number generator.

Jayne's Love - New Pattern and Giveaway!

This quilt was actually designed and made for my sister in law before Twinkle, Twinkle was even started. Jayne gave me the beautiful Amy Butler Love fabrics to use and was happy for me to use them any way I pleased. Yay - way too much fun!!!

Now the photoshoot. Fun too - but I am so not a photographer! My little princess was a great sport (as good as an 18 month can be) and humored me while I snapped away. Of all the photos taken many were not suitable but great for family snaps. My princess is so very cute (totally biased) and actually looks posed in a few shots. Let me tell you totally impossible to have her pose for me!
This quilt is all about Love!!! With beautiful hand stitched detail to give it that ‘little bit extra’,

it will add a special touch to any room and is perfect for snuggling under on cold winters days.

So why not give your room that handmade “love” today?

How beautiful is the quilting on this quilt? This quilt was taken to the quilter my sister in law uses. I am reluctant to tell you who she is as she is so good and I want to keep her to myself but think its only fair to share a good thing. Ok here goes....its Sarah from Patchworks Plus phew that was tough. (fingers crossed that now the secret is out Sarah will still have time to do my quilts! ;p )

And now giveaway time!
For your chance to win the Jayne's Love pattern simply complete one
(or all) of the following:
• Leave a comment on this post! For one entry
• For a bonus entry, post about this giveaway on your blog, then come back and leave another comment letting me know that you have blogged about it!
• If you make a purchase on my Etsy store or Made It store (and pay for it) during the competition you will be given one additional entry per purchase. Please make a comment on here for each item purchased.
Entries will be taken from today until the 21st August and drawn via random number generator.

Fabrics: Amy Butler Love

Quilted: Patchworks Plus