Fabric Mom's Blog

Busy Bee

2011-12-28T00:54:00.000-06:00

I am so busy. You would think with Christmas being over that I could slow down and relax. I sat down this evening determined to come up with a Monday through Friday schedule for myself so that I can use my time more efficiently. Or something to the effect of telling my time where to go instead of wondering where the day went. I want to fell like I have accomplished something when my head hits the pillow. I used to have so much time for sewing. Now I seem to have none.

I have managed to make a few tutus and pot holders. Not much else. I got a Janome Memory Craft 350e Embroidery Machine for Christmas. I am so excited and want to use it. One of the many reasons for the schedule.
What do you do to keep your self on task? I'd love to hear any tips.
Happy Sewing.

Tall Jar Quilt Block Pattern

2011-11-14T20:53:00.000-06:00

Tall Jar Quilt Block Pattern

I saw this on a friends blog and had to share it with you.

Baby Quilt for Garrett David Faires

2011-11-06T02:03:00.000-06:00

Garrett David graced his parents and big sister with his presents on 10/28/11, 3 weeks early. He weighed 5 lbs 12 oz. He is adorable. I don't have a picture of the cute little bundle of joy to share just yet. Mom and Garrett have gone home and are doing great.
These are the promised pictures of the one quilt I have made this year. The first picture is the front and the second is the back.

I'm still here...

2011-07-13T12:30:00.000-05:00

I haven't had any time for sewing lately. The only thing I have sewed is fabric postcards or to fix clothes. I started working part time from home and it has been a real challenge to be a full time mom, wife, maid, and have a job. There are so many distractions at home. I really miss sewing. I need to make two baby quilts for friends who will have babies this fall. I have fabric just have to decide on the pattern. If you have any fun baby quilt patterns please let me know. I'd love to look them over. Hugs and happy sewing.

Living Peacefully Less Stressed: Grace to Others

2011-06-08T15:42:00.000-05:00

Living Peacefully Less Stressed: Grace to Others: "I think it is easy to see grace as something that is very 'floaty' ..rather ambiguous and even only of the spiritual nature.

If you want to read more about Grace please follow the link. The article is eye opening.

Kidlet Reusable Bag

2011-05-20T08:38:00.000-05:00

There is a swap on Swap-Bot to make one of these Kidlet bags designed by Jennifer Casa. They are multi purpose and kid friendly. They can hang on door knobs, drawer pulls, hooks, etc...I am going to make a few for our house. My son's could benefit to have one for their IPod and cell phone accessories. I am going to make one for my car. You could make the strap with velcro so that you could use it around the head rest in a car for toy storage or accessories. The tutorial is very easy to follow. It has a ton of great pictures for visual aid. Bravo Jennifer!

P.S. The link is to a PDF.

Fusible Stabilizer for Fabric Postcards

2011-05-18T08:08:00.000-05:00

I broke down and bought a bolt of the fusible stabilizer I use to make fabric postcards. I get a lot of emails asking what I use and where to buy it. I decided to start selling precut 4 x 6 inch pieces specifically for making fabric postcards in my Etsy shop. I think a lot of people overseas have a hard time finding it or so it seems. If you click the link it will take you to my store and the listing I have up for 5 of the rectangles.

Happy Sewing Friends!

Fabric ATC's

2011-04-29T02:41:00.000-05:00

I never knew what an ATC was until I saw swaps on Swap-Bot for them. I Googled ATC's to find directions on how to make them. I have made a few since then. We have a swap going on now for fabric ATC's. Here are two that I made. One I mailed off, the other is a surprise for someone else.

They measure 3 1/2 inches x 2 1/2 inches.(The same size as baseball cards.) I left the lace open on one end and inserted a button before sewing it closed.

Quilt for a Cause

2011-03-21T10:05:00.000-05:00

Quilts For Kids is in need of boy themed quilts. They delivered over 20,000 quilts to boys and girls last year. If you feel like sewing for a cause this is a great one. I made this one last year. Go here for more information: Quilts For Kids

Crocheted Necklace Tutorial

2011-02-08T10:18:00.000-06:00

I came across a web site called Birds of a Feather. It consists of a group of women who are thrifty and love to share recipes and craft tutorials with the blogging world. They have some really cute tutorials. Go check them out. Trust me you'll be there for a while. Happy Sewing and Crafting.

Fabricmom's Free Quilt Pattern's

2011-01-07T13:03:00.004-06:00

Many of you may already know this but I like to create quilt patterns using my EQ5 that my hubby bought for me a while back. I have posted downloadable PDF instructions for each pattern that I have created so far. And yes you can use my patterns for quilts that you intend to sell. I hope that you like what I have designed so far. If you make any of the patterns please email me. I would love to see the finished quilt. If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask.

The quilt pictured was made by a reader who used one of the patterns I designed. Isn't it just lovely.

Happy Sewing.

I Won Something....

2010-12-13T13:07:00.004-06:00

I am so excited. I won a give away over @ Paula's Sewing Challenge Blog. I very rarely win anything. The above picture is what I won. A mug rug and mug, a candle mat and candle, and a cute little bag with some really cute fabric.

Do you want to get in on the fun? All you have to do is go to Paula's blog and follow the directions. They are very easy. Tell her I sent ya!

Easy Tote Bag

2010-11-26T02:01:00.003-06:00

Lazy Girls Designs has shared a very easy tote bag tutorial. These are the perfect size for grocery shopping. Great for giving as Christmas gifts. This is the one I made for a swap.

Quilt Size Reference Chart

2010-10-16T14:20:00.003-05:00

I thought I would share this link with everyone. It has quilt sizes for beds and how many squares you can get out of different lengths of fabric. Enjoy.

QUILT SIZE REFERENCE CHART

Crumb Chaos

2010-09-20T13:11:00.003-05:00

Crumbs? No I'm not talking about bread crumbs.

In the quilting world crumbs are little pieces of scraps sewn together to make blocks. Very random scrappy happy blocks. Similar to crazy quilt blocks, without all the fancy stitching. (If you throw out your scraps your crazy). They can be made into wonderful snuggling quilts.

My friend Pat @ Bell Creek Quilts showed a beautiful quilt top she quilted made from crumb blocks on her blog. However her crumbs where all blue and red. She made a Quilt of Valor quilt out of them. She also provided a link to a photo tutorial on how to make these crumb chaos blocks. Although I don't have a photo to share right now I knew I had to share the links with you. (A photo will come later). CRUMB CHAOS PHOTO TUTORIAL

Sewing Themed Greeting Cards

2010-07-09T08:22:00.006-05:00

I hosted a group swap on Swap-Bot where you had to make 2 sewing themed greeting cards to send to your partner. I ended up having to make four. One of the participants wasn't happy with the quality of cards her partner sent her. So I sent her some too. The lace on two of the cards is from 1976. I bought a sewing kit at an estate sale last year. It was full of vintage sewing supplies. The paper measuring tape was part of the loot. I thought it would look great on some cards.

Faux Cathedral Window Quilt Block

2010-07-08T08:28:00.002-05:00

My friend Jerrie sent me a link to watch a video on how to make faux cathedral windows. It looks very easy.

Quilt Sizes Chart

2010-06-30T12:18:00.003-05:00

Here is a quilt sizes chart on how to determine what size to make your quilt for your bed.

The tuck refers to if you want enough quilt at the top to fold down and then up and over your pillow.

The chart is in PDF format.

How to Fix Sewing Machine Tension

2010-06-30T12:15:00.001-05:00

I found this short article today and thought I would share it. I know all of us have tension problems at some point in time.

Sewing Machine Tension

Alabama Tote Bag

2010-06-21T07:47:00.003-05:00

I made this tote bag for my friend Trish's sister. It is a big bag. There are 6 pockets inside. Great for going to the beach or grocery store. I use mine to take clean clothes or swimming clothes to the gym.

Fabric Coasters

2010-05-24T13:17:00.005-05:00

I made these to give away as gifts using this free pattern.

My Quilting Buddies Mystery Quilt

2010-04-19T10:12:00.006-05:00

This is the mystery quilt I designed for My Quilting Buddies. It turned out pretty nice. The flash washed out the color in this picture. I will have to take a new picture.

Here is the DOWN LOADABLE PDF with the instructions.

Wandering Ways Quilt

2010-03-22T18:06:00.002-05:00

Put this quilt in the mail today. Hope Tina loves it. Here is the link to the free pattern.

Cuddle Teddy Baby Quilt

2010-03-19T14:40:00.002-05:00

Finished this soft and cuddly beauty today.

Fabricmom's Give Away

2010-02-02T14:23:00.001-06:00

Go over to Fabricmom and read about my 450th post give away and how you could win some awesome prizes.