Sometimes I just get weird random inspirations to create things. I don't know why these are the things that were made this year, but I know that when I get obsessed with an idea, I have to make it. Resistance is futile! Last year it was a paper pieced Sisyphus, and this year it was an embroidery and selvage project. The embroidery patterns are by Gail Pan, and include holly, a stocking, a star, a present and a heart. I added one selvage (which was the selvage of the backing fabric) above the embroidery designs. Then many more red selvages were attached below in a quilt-as-you-go style, so that the quilting was completed as the selvages were added.
A side effect of this project is that I may have become a teeny tiny bit obsessed with selvages. There are often random interesting images on selvages... look how cute this bunny is! Why does that make me so happy?!
I don't even know what to call this project since I don't know what it is. It's too large to be a mug mat, but too small for a tabletopper... maybe it's a "candlemat"? All I know is that it's finished, and the new owner can decide what it actually is! I also know that it contains lots of love and my wishes for healing and hopefulness for 2020. Tomorrow I'll post what I made for my nieces and nephews.
LOL..Kathy, somehow I do think we are related somewhere! Those selvages make me happy as well and that bunny is just over the top cute. Last week I was at Cherished Pieces and was waffling over a fabric: to buy or not to buy! Then I looked at the selvage and, decision made LOL. Love the combo of the little embroidery patterns and the selvages!
So cute and creative! It could hold your mug and a small plate of cookies perhaps? I use larger pieces on my kitchen counter to have a spot to place certain things. I'm sure you'll find lots of uses for it.
I don't collect selvages but I have noticed a few really cute ones. I had one with a row of chickens on it that I saved and gave to a member of our quilt group who is collecting them. And I remember a quilt by a blogger who used selvages as titles on the spines of books. Paat
That is such a fun and cute way to use the tiny embroidery designs and all those red selvages! If I were your friend, I might just hold it in my lap and look at everything on it, lol! Great little gift, Kathy!
Oh i know that feeling that just grabs you and it is futile to resist;))) I love that little sisyphus that you made--sometimes life just feels like that doesn't it? Hope your Chirstmas was a Merry one hugs, Julierose
Your selvages are perfect for this design! I save selvages strips also and make needle keepers with them. I use the decorative stiches featured on my sewing machine always a fun project! My quilting buddies know and save them for me...I think the messages and designers name printed on them is fun!
I know exactly what you mean! I even wake up sometimes and realise I've been dreaming about a certain project. That's when you realise you might as well give in and make it! LOL
LOL..Kathy, somehow I do think we are related somewhere! Those selvages make me happy as well and that bunny is just over the top cute. Last week I was at Cherished Pieces and was waffling over a fabric: to buy or not to buy! Then I looked at the selvage and, decision made LOL. Love the combo of the little embroidery patterns and the selvages!
ReplyDeleteSo cute and creative! It could hold your mug and a small plate of cookies perhaps? I use larger pieces on my kitchen counter to have a spot to place certain things. I'm sure you'll find lots of uses for it.
ReplyDeleteI don't collect selvages but I have noticed a few really cute ones. I had one with a row of chickens on it that I saved and gave to a member of our quilt group who is collecting them. And I remember a quilt by a blogger who used selvages as titles on the spines of books.
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That is such a fun and cute way to use the tiny embroidery designs and all those red selvages! If I were your friend, I might just hold it in my lap and look at everything on it, lol! Great little gift, Kathy!
ReplyDeleteClearly it is a Creativity Holder! Very fun :)
ReplyDeleteOh i know that feeling that just grabs you and it is futile to resist;))) I love that little sisyphus that you made--sometimes life just feels like that doesn't it? Hope your Chirstmas was a Merry one hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteYour selvages are perfect for this design! I save selvages strips also and make needle keepers with them. I use the decorative stiches featured on my sewing machine always a fun project!
ReplyDeleteMy quilting buddies know and save them for me...I think the messages and designers name printed on them is fun!
Happy New Year!
Carolyn
I know exactly what you mean! I even wake up sometimes and realise I've been dreaming about a certain project. That's when you realise you might as well give in and make it! LOL
ReplyDeleteIt's a great idea. Maybe big enough for a placemat... Love the words on some selvedges.
ReplyDeleteWell, it is so cheery and (as DH would say...) “Cute as a bug’s ear!” Like you, I loves me some selvage cuteness!
ReplyDeleteCute! Maybe a mini wall hanging.
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