Finishing projects

I am finally finishing the pinwheel quilt for my cousin's baby (who is one) and i began it immediately after hearing she was pregnant.  I did a random free motion style quilting, but not in the traditional stippling fashion.  I was less concerned because I simply quilted the top to the batting and then am attaching minky for the back.  Minky is difficult (for me anyway) to quilt.  With the dots, or lines it seems to catch and/or not move as smoothly and this can result in uneven quilting.  Also, since it is for a baby, I figured the main goal was to adhere the top, less concerned with the actual design.  

Upon surfing on Pinterest, I decided i liked the look of the rick rack peeking out at the edge, especially since I was not doing a binding.  This will still add a unique detail to the edges.

The Minky backing is so soft and cuddly for babies, and with the dots it is also cuter than just plain.  I need to launder and press since i was working on the floor and it is covered in cat hair.  Tubbs is also a huge fan of Amy Butler and Minky fabric!! :)

I hope my cousin and her daughter enjoy the quilt.  It was fun to make and now onto the next one.  I have some super fun Riley Blake fabric to work with for my aunt Kelly's baby girl, Charlee.

Amy Butler velvet skirt

I have had this book Sew What! Skirts by Francesca Denhartog and Carole Ann Camp for a few years.  I made a straight skirt pattern a few years back and have done several variations.  Today, the one I made, I think is my favorite.

I know, i should have cleaned off the mirror.  I was running out of time.  
It is an Amy Butler velvet and I wanted to use it for a skirt to wear during the holidays.  I am so proud because it has a GREAT invisible zipper.  

I altered the pattern to have a back zipper instead of side.  I also made the facing for the waist, and added darts for fitting purposes.  I used the serger for the side seams and used a fun, decorative stitch for the hem.  Next up is a blouse from the BurdaStyle magazine.  I have the charcoal gray silk ready to go... I just need to find the strength/bravery/confidence to cut into it!!!!

Also, the shoes are my new seychelles flats--they are so comfy and I love the color and the pewter accents.  If you haven't tried seychelles, then you should.  They are very comfortable and well made.

I also made another set of dinner napkins yesterday for Erin.  When we were doing some holiday shopping she mentioned that she didn't have any.  So we remedied that!!

Hope everyone had a great weekend!

I can't be stopped!!

First off, I am quite sore from yesterday's Tabata.  But, that soreness feels good.  Tomorrow is a longish run day and hopefully that will help work some of this soreness out.  It is still quite cold and snowing here so I have spent most of my day indoors.  It was fun to play around in my sewing center!!  I listened/watched "How I met your mother" and I needed/wanted to make a camera strap cover for my new camera so I made one:

Since they are so easy to make, I made three to post in my Etsy shop that has been VERY neglected.  I made two like this one I made for myself and one with a fun Amy Butler fabric.  I love Amy Butler fabrics!!  i tend to covet my Amy Butler fabrics and only use for SPECIAL gifts or items.

Next up: I need to begin working on the ensemble I am going to make for my sister in law... I have a feeling it is way beyond my skill set so I want to have plenty of time.  

I also ordered items to make hair fascinators for bridesmaids in s.i.l. wedding.  I am wicked excited about these--I have wanted to have somewhere to wear one to, and now I do/will!! :)

Hope everyone is having a fun productive weekend and reaching their FUELBAND goals!! :)