Oh Deer!

I'm sure you've noticed lately that I have been all about the teeny, tiny paper piecing.  This project was no exception.  In fact, it may have been the smallest and most challenging yet.

Honestly, when I was about halfway done and the sections were all laid out I nearly scrapped the whole thing.  Looking at the sections individually it was a mess and looked terrible!  I'm glad I pushed through because I'm pretty pleased with how it turned out!!

I'm really not sure it will make the best mug rug due to the bulk created by the paper piecing but maybe the recipient will find another use for it.

As soon as I can get some more ink for my printer I plan on releasing a larger version of this block (you didn't really think I'd make you piece one this tiny did you?!). 

A Little Late

I used to be a very punctual person.  Lately it seems like I'm always running behind.  Those of you that sewed along with the Big City Bags Sew Along know exactly what I'm talking about!

With that being said it is no surprise that I am just now getting around to showing you this Advent calendar.  It was made using a panel I picked up at the LQS and was pretty easy to put together.  It was made in time for Christmas and actually made up onto the wall!  I kind of dropped the ball on actually giving the kids their goodies though (whoops!).  Maybe I'll do better next year...

I'm a Wiener!

Awhile back I received a very generous gift from someone I met online.  Ever since then I have been plotting and planning :).  I wanted a way to show her just how much I appreciated the package she sent me.  All of my stalking led me to one conclusion...she loves her dog :)

So in honor of that I made up this little paper pieced pattern.

I've managed to gather a few other similarly themed goodies and when this little guy has been made into a completed project I will throw them all in a box and send them on their way.

More on this project later :) ...

Love Swans-A Paper Pieced Pattern

This pattern is now available on Craftsy.  It will be free through February 14, 2015. 

This pattern is actually pretty simple.  Just 12 sections...hey, for me that's pretty good :).

Free Valentine Paper Pieced Pattern #2

I told you I would try to have another pattern ready for you by the end of the week so I present to you...

Owl Always Love You.

 

My test block is a mini version that measures approximately 8" square but the actual version available on Craftsy measures 18.5" square when finished.

I would appreciate it if no one mentioned how many times I used the wrong color in the wrong spot.  With my pieces being so tiny it was hard to rip out my stitches without totally destroying the paper section so most mistakes went unfixed.


I did make a couple of changes to the pattern after I did the test block so there are a couple of differences that I think make the block just a little bit better ;).

I did finally decide on a project for my Turtles Block and will hopefully have some decent photos to show off next week!!

Love Turtles

I've decided to do another paper pieced series.  This one will have a Valentine theme though!  Like the Halloween series this one will be free for a limited time.  So be sure and get it before February 14!!

The first of the series is the Love Turtles.  When I tested it I made a teeny, tiny version so that I could make it into a pouch for a swap partner.  I also omitted the eyes and will just be using buttons in their place.

The actual pattern measures 12.5" x 18.5". 

You can always resize your pattern to fit your needs.  Just be sure to use a quilting ruler to trim your block with the correct seam allowances!!  I usually do this anyway just to make sure I have straight lines.

I've got several more patterns to share with you (not sure EXACTLY how many yet) so keep an eye out for the next one :)

Our Final Winners!

It has been fun (and stressful) running this sew along.  One thing I learned while doing so?  I make a much better participant than a host and I should stick to sewing along in the future.  Thank you to all of the ladies that stuck with me through the year!  And a HUGE thank you to all of our sponsors!!!

Our Generous sponsors:

Fat Quarter Shop

Pink Chalk Fabrics

Pattern Crush

ByAnnie's Soft & Stable

LimaSews

A Material Girl Quilts

Cluck Cluck Sew

Happy Quilting

Blossom Heart Quilts

Sew Me A Song

Coats & Clark

Martingale  

 

And now for our winners this month...

 

 The winner of the  Squared Elements by Art Gallery Fabrics from A Material Girl Quilts is 

 

 CeLynn!

and the winner of the  Fat Quarter Bundle of Jungle Ave. from Lima Sews is Danette!

I will be sending your email addresses to the sponsors and they should contact you to arrange the rest!  I look forward to seeing what all of you do this year :)