WELCOME TO MAGPIE'S COLLECTABLES

Hi Fellow. Bloggers

2018-11-13T20:40:00.002-05:00

hi everyone,
Sure been ages since I was here!
Not sure I know how to post anymore as it looks different!
However i shall try!
I have been very busy learning new things.
My latest adventure is making junk journals !
They are so much fun.
If i can remember how to add pictures I’ll show you what I’ve done.

New Challenge

2018-08-07T22:42:00.000-04:00

2016-08-30T07:44:00.002-04:00

It's Been Too Long

2016-08-30T07:44:00.001-04:00

Hello my friends,
It's been too long since I've been here, will try to get more active here I promise.
I am as busy as ever, but with computer problems Posting pictures here has been a problem..
Hope to get that rectified soon.
I have been working on some wallets lately, which have proved to be very popular.
If you check out my Facebook you can see them there.
Meanwhile, I'm off to see what you all have been doing... Hope to see you here soon.

GIFT FOR A FRIEND

2014-08-21T14:29:00.002-04:00

My friend was going on a cruise and was going to buy a new make up bag . I decided I would make one for her in her favourite colour. I knew the style I wanted but had no pattern so I looked up on the internet "Zippered Make up Bag".
This is what I found but no pattern so I watched the Utube and drew up my own pattern.
I was totally happy with the end product and so was my friend.
It IS pretty and the only hitch was I have a drawer full of zippers but did not have a 28 inch one!!!! so I had to go buy one!
Murphy's Law I guess haha

Miniature Dresden

2014-07-29T13:21:00.003-04:00

This was one of the last projects I finished.
It is a miniature Dresden plate and measures 6 inches square.
It is hand pieced , appliquéd, and quilted .
I added the tassel for extra interest.
It is now in a private collection.

2014-07-29T12:56:00.002-04:00

Oh dear! Time sure has a way of sliding by!
I cannot believe it has been so long since I was here.
It has been a rough road for me and hubby too with ill health.
We are out of the woods somewhat and hopefully will find some energy to start posting again.
Thanks to my followers for hanging in.
I really appreciate it.
See you soon
Hugs
Maggie

Hello 2014

2013-12-31T21:25:00.000-05:00

To all my blogging friends I wish you a very happy new year filled with good health and happiness.
I am looking forward to a better year myself with hopes of reaching you with lots more creative efforts for you to see.
Take care and God Bless

OK OK I KNOW IT HAS BEEN TOO LONG

2013-08-21T22:15:00.000-04:00

Hello dear friends...I am so sorry it has been so long since I posted.
Too many things going on, but here I am at last.
We became GREAT GRAND PARENTS a week ago to a darling wee girl named Raya. More about that later.
First I wanted to show you what my offerings were in the gallery show so here

are the pictures
I'm afraid between Blogger and having to do this on my old computer since I don't know how to do this on my Windows 8, I could not write beside each picture to explain it. The first pair of mini quilts are 6"x9" the little sunbonnet Sue blocks are 1". I named it "Woops I Shrunk The Kid" The 2nd quilt is a familiar pattern called Umbrella Girls. I have a bed sized one like this.
The second set are Molas which are needle punched and then beaded.
The next picture has 2 pieces in it, the one is a beaded piece called "Starry Starry Night" from Vincent Van Gogh's painting. It is 4"x6"
the second piece is a miniature kimono done in black wool and embellished with beads and special bits and bobs. The next one is a seascape with lighthouse done in wool rovings, with embroidery and beads.
Next is another beaded piece 4"x6" called "Somewhere" from the song Over the Rainbow,
then there is a dresden plate quilt which is 6"x6" I named this one "Dinner For Four"
Next is a fall scene of the woods and leaves falling from the trees. It is done with wool rovings, beads and threads. These are my art doll pinsmy art doll pins which I mounted in a silk covered frame to keep them when not wearing them. One is a "Wild Woman" and one is an oriental design.

Hope you enjoyed seeing these pieces. I was very excited to learn some of the pieces were sold. Next I will try to blog about the new great grand baby and the quilt I made for her.

THE PERFECT QUILT BINDING

2013-07-06T13:39:00.001-04:00

For those of you that make quilts or anything that needs a finished binding

This video is for you

I saw this video while I was surfing the web and am totally impressed with the application.
I hope you enjoy watching and let me know what you think:)

Miniatures by Maggie Robinson and 3 others

2013-06-28T08:40:00.001-04:00

Hello everyone...

I have been getting ready for an opening of "SMALL WORKS"
A collection of work from the 4 artists above.... me being one.,,
Hope anyone in the area will come and say hi..
Thanks so much
Maggie

I'm Dancing as Fast as I Can with an Update

2013-06-04T19:12:00.002-04:00

Hi to all my followers..
I can't believe how quickly time passes.

                                                         I feel I am dancing as fast as I can....
                                                                     So much to do.
                                                  I had a very successful Studio Tour...
                                         No pictures my camera ran out of batteries! darn!

                                       Had a fun day trip with my Fibre Art Group.
                     We went to Fergus, Ont. to see the Thread Works display
                                      held at the Wellington County Museum.
                                       It was fabulous.. there again no pictures but check out the links to see it all
                  We then went to see the Grand National Quilt display in Kitchener, Ont.
                                                        The quilts were WONDERFUL.
                                      We had a lovely lunch and then visited a quilt shop for some retail therapy.

                                                 I am now getting ready for a 4 day retreat
                                                   with my Mellow Yellow girlfriends.
                                        It is 10 minutes from the lake so that will be heavenly..
                                          Maybe an opportunity for a walk on the beach
                                     Lots of sewing, eating ,chatting, and a good time for sure..
                                  Hope to have some pictures to share next week when I get home..
                                          (will be taking extra batteries for my camera LOL)
                                                               Later dear friends

AND THE WINNER IS......

2013-04-01T00:37:00.001-04:00

HERE COMES PETER COTTON TAIL WITH THE GOOD NEWS

THANK YOU to all my followers new and old..
I appreciate your following and all the comments you take time to leave... They always make me smile..
The winner of the bracelet is "Dolores" from the blog True Blue Canadian.."
CONGRATULATIONS"
Please email me with your address Dolores and I will get your bracelet mailed first thing this week.
I hope you enjoy wearing the bracelet...:)
Meanwhile I hope everyone had a very Happy Easter..

TIME FOR A GIVEAWAY

2013-03-08T16:03:00.000-05:00

Hi and greetings to all my followers...

I have promised a giveaway for ages and just was too busy to get to it..

Here's the way for a chance to win..

Become one of my FOLLOWERS(for one chance) and ADVERTISE the draw on your blog (for 2 chances)and your name will be included for a chance to win this gorgeous bracelet.

Followers ... be sure to advertise on your blog for an extra chance to win..

It is made up of beautiful pale pink crystals along with silver lined seed beads and a silver closure.

I made several of these which I sell for $65.00 and 25% of each sale goes to Breast Cancer Research.

I decided to give one away so good luck to each of you.

The draw will be held on Easter Sunday 2013.

Thanks for entering

FINISHED!!

2013-03-08T15:39:00.003-05:00

Hurrah, Got the quilt top to-gether..

I am debating weather I should add a border.It is a wall hanging size. I'm thinking it needs a border although the book doesn't insist.. what do you think?

It is hand appliqued and machine pieced.

This is the book and all the blocks..

UPDATING

2013-03-05T08:17:00.001-05:00

Good morning dear friends

I'm still here and feeling very guilty about not posting. please forgive me
I have been working on a quilt which I planned to have done for Xmas but...sigh.... didn't get there ..
I finished the appliqueing the blocks and trimmed them to size..
To-day I shall lay it out and sew it to-gether. I will take a picture at that point so you can see it...so....stay tuned.
Have yourself a happy creative day and I will see you later..

I am here....JUST!

2013-02-22T19:25:00.002-05:00

Hello dear friends..

I just wanted to touch base and let you know I am still alive....AND ...SLIGHTLY CRACKED.

I have spent the whole day with my new computer and as far as I have learned...WINDOWS 8 SUCKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I guess it will take time to learn and I have to learn to be patient but oh my!!! My XP was so nice....sigh!!

Anyway please do not give up on me as I am stubborn and will be normal again soon I hope...sigh

Meanwhile sending big hugs and hope I get some back:):):):)

CUTE TUTORIAL

2013-02-05T09:59:00.003-05:00

This is so cute ... tell me if you made it.. You show me yours and I'll show you mine :)
Check it out at this link

http://www.craftpassion.com/2012/01/macaron-coin-purse.html/2

Another Bag

2012-11-25T14:17:00.000-05:00

This is the nicest design and I just had to do one in Snowman Tapestry with Leather handles..

I'm lovin' it :)

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO ALL MY USA BLOGGERS

2012-11-22T09:37:00.001-05:00

Busy Time

2012-11-20T12:44:00.002-05:00

Hello Dear Friends

Did you wonder what I have been up to??

Well here it is...

Well first of all this is my space for the Artists Create Sale

I had so many things to offer and I was well received and Happy with what I sold.

Lots of new bags and journals that pleased everyone for gifts.

This is a "BusyBody" She is always in her studio painting up a storm..

Here is Bernice on her Wedding Day

Not sure she made it as "Charlie " was in charge of getting her to the church on time but Oh MY!!Charlie got caught up in a discussion at the local bar and forgot all about Bernice! I bet she is still waiting!He is a Pisces! need I say more :)

This is from a series of "Little Women" she is 3 inches tall,free standing and always dressed in style wearing a hat.

These are my "Wild Woment" pins...each one has her own style:)

Christmas wallhangings

And.............lastly some "Cupcake" earrings...a very popular item which I will put on my Etsy shop shortly.

Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment, thay always make me smile.

Hope you enjoyed seeing my latest creations

WELCOME FALL

2012-10-18T12:56:00.001-04:00

I thought I would share the beautiful colors we have around our home.

I like to do a little decorating so every year I bring out "Charlie" our scarecrow, and add a few fall mums and a pumpkin

Talk about a beautiful carpet of red & gold

And this is our new tree being planted
What an amazing piece of equipment.....
Digs the hole and comes back with the tree loaded the same size as the hole...
and there it is ...easy as pie..
I just love it,
It is a ten year old red maple...

FYI...these picutres of the planting were taken on my DH camera so they are smaller..

It was planted on my birthday this week.. what a lovely gift as I have wanted this for ages..
Thank you DH :)

WHAT'S NEW WITH ME

2012-10-09T14:13:00.001-04:00

This picture was taken of me at our quilt show ...
We had a challenge to make a piece reflecting a proverb.
Mine is the clock that actually works and all the dots around the face are coins.

My proverb was "Time Is Money",I used an oval stretched canvas so it would have a firm base..and then covered it with a piece of fabric I machine quilted.

I bought a clock at the $$$ store and used the workings from that.PERFECT!

I actually had the baking bug and this is what I made this week..Cinnamon Buns...I have had these on my mind with drools coming out of my mouth for such a long time!!!They are soo yummy... I used dried cherries since I had no raisins,,,, they turned out very tasty. I made the dough in my bread machine and went from there...I did make an orange cream cheese icing which was a nice addition. I might add this is not the thing to make when one is trying to lose a few pounds!! However... I did put them in the freezer and just left a couple out!:) The rest are still in the freezer and I have not heard them calling my name....YET!

This is what I made to-day... a new ironing board cover..A few days ago my friends and I went shopping at a fabric store..Not having anything in mind ...one of the gals told us about this stuff she used to make an iron tote/pressing cloth ...well I never heard of it before and I was tickled pink"LOLThis one cost me all of $2.00... what a deal eh??
BTW the leaves are falling and the landscapes are beautiful in red and gold.. Must get a picture..
Now I am busy working on some bags..stay tuned and have a great day..

MY FIRST PENNY RUG

2012-09-16T21:49:00.001-04:00

For a long time I have wanted to try making a penny rug.

and

here it is.

I will definitely be doing more since I really enjoyed the process.

ADDICTIONS

2012-09-04T07:15:00.002-04:00

I feel I have addictions to things I like.

Yesterday I learned to do these oragami dresses.

Later in the day I tried different sizes, using the pages out of an old phone book.

Then.. as my thought process developed I thought it would be cuter if I added a ribbon sash and a charm, so..

Here they are....so cute.

I cannot promise I will not do anymore to-day:)