Playing With Fabric

I just received a small amount of Inspiration. Don't the rolls look so pretty? My head is spinning. What to do? What to make? Time will tell.

Meanwhile, I made this little linen pouch for Big A. He adores elephants so I made a little sketch but couldn't wrap my brain around transferring the design onto dark fabric [hey, it was late!] so I did it freehand.

Get your comments in now. I will be closing the entries tomorrow [Saturday] at 7 p.m. I know, such a long contest. I have had just too many things going on. Plus, I figured everyone was going away. Have a great July 4th weekend! For those of you on Facebook, see you there! I may pop in over the holidays. xo, L

Who Needs Yoga When You have Quilting?

Who needs yoga or therapy when one lives just minutes away from inspiration? Right after the Quilt Out Loud taping, I drove to Kindred Quilts on my way home to chat with my friends. The ladies are wonderful and there's also wonderful stuff in this lovely shop. Check out these photos that I took on Saturday. I'll have some other photos on my inspiration journal too.

Linda Hanneman works at the shop but she also makes these beautiful handmade pieces like the one above. Look below and you'll see nooks and crannies artfully displayed with fabric and samples.


Look up at the ceiling and you will see their sampler blocks.

Wool work, felting and embroidery are other specialties of Toby's shop.


Love the birdies that they made from my pattern from Quilts and More magazine.

When I got home from the Quilt Out Loud taping, I discovered this adorable artwork just waiting for me. Little A drew, cut and climbed up a chair to stick this love note by the peephole for me.

Awww, this was a perfect ending to a perfect day. xo, L
p.s. HAPPY CANADA DAY!
p.s.s. Giveaway will close this weekend!