Machine Binding Method

First cut two strips of different fabric.

Cut a strip 1.5" wide of the flange fabric.

Cut a strip 1.25" wide of the binding fabric.

Sew the two strips together using a scant 1/4" seam.

Fold in half and press.

One side of your binding will be all flange fabric.

The opposite side will be your binding fabric with a 1/8" flange.

Sew the SEAM SIDE DOWN to the BACK of your quilt with a 1/4" seam.

Fold the binding to the front of your quilt and stitch in the ditch between 

the flange and the binding fabric.

Voila! Your binding is done!

Country Threads UFO Challenge

I'm crossing them off my list. Woohoo! 

Here it is... my completed project #6 done in February.

Can't wait to see which project comes next! 

 

 

San Diego

 I had a wonderful time in San Diego...

one of my favorite places is the Crystal Pier.

 

 

Here I am taking a class from Cathy Cardiff (of Cottage at Cardiff Farms fame). What a wonderful time we had. Here we are working away on the cutest little mat.

Thanks for a wonderful trip, Leigh.

Quilt Room Challenge 2013 Version

The best way to have a clean quilt room is to:

 Remove the black cabinet and put it in Daniel's room (and fill it with yarn and knitting supplies).

Take the big chair out and put it in the den. 

Buy some Container Store Elfa Storage system drawer units AND FILL THEM UP!

Voila, very neat and clean sewing room. I might add that it is a pleasure to sew in here! With the new, big HD TV Mike gave me for Christmas and the wonderful state of this room,  I may never come out.

Country Threads UFO Initiative

Country Threads from Garner, IA is challenging themselves to finish 12 UFO projects this year. So, instead of starting yet another BOM, I decided to participate in their challenge. First, we had to list 12 unfinished projects, which I didn't think I would be able to do. But, I actually came up with 13 projects without even moving from the spot I was standing in. Each month Connie, from Country Threads will draw a number and that is the project you need to work on/finish. So, here is my list:

#5 was selected for the January project. Here is my completed X-tra Special Quilt. A pattern and kit from Quilter's Coop in California.

 

So far, so good. One project completed.

Remember the Quilt Room Challenge from 2 years ago, well....
EEEK WHAT HAPPENED? Actually it isn't as bad as it looks. I'm cleaning out and reorganizing so stay tuned for the "finished" picture.

Pumpkin Season

Some new pumpkins to match the beautiful white pumpkin pottery I got for my birthday.