I just added a couple of new products to the site that you’ll want to check out.
After many of my customers purchased the “Perfect Circles” I began receiving requests for ovals. It has taken a while to have them made as the process was more difficult than the circles. But, finally they are here. “Perfect Ovals” can be used exactly like the “Perfect Circles” and the directions are on the paper insert included with the ovals. Just like the circles, the ovals are made from a heat resistant plastic so you can use them with an iron on a medium heat setting. I use ovals for grapes and I’ve made lots and lots of flower petals using an oval shape. I’m confident you will find even more uses for them. The new “Perfect Ovals” are on the store page, on the same page as the circles. Each package contains 20 ovals. There are 10 sizes and you get 2 of each size.
My other new product is called “Perfect Pulls”. I am working with a local glass artist, Deborah Feller. You can see more of her work at www.letortglass.com. Deborah is designing the glass for each of the pulls. Each retractable pull is unique and one-of-a-kind. They are stunning. I’ve been using my pull with my scissors. I attach my scissors to the plastic loop and then clip the pull onto my clothing. When I am hand or machine sewing and need to clip a thread I simply pull the scissors down, clip and done. I find that I save time by not having to look for my scissors. Another great use for the pulls would be to hold your name badge/ID. I know a lot of you work where a name badge is required. This lovely pull would not only be an attractive accessory but functional as well. There are lots of pulls to choose from on the website. Again, they are in the store section on their own page.
I’ve also added a thimble to the site. You’ll find those in the “More Recommended Notions” section. Over the years I’ve been asked many times if I use a thimble while I am hand appliqueing. And my answer is, “If I am only demonstrating in class or sewing for a short time then I don’t usually use a thimble. But, if I plan to sit and stitch for awhile then I find I really need a thimble”. My thimble of choice is the Thimblepads. I’ve been using them for many, many years. The idea is that you peel off a little circle from the paper and stick it on you thimble finger. You can take it off and reuse it many times over. The large package of thimblepads include some extra pieces of adhesive circles which you can place on the back of the thimble to extend the live. It also includes a nice little holder in which to store the thimbles. When you get on the store page you’ll see where you can order the thimbles separately also.
______________________________________________________________________________________________ I love it when I get photos of either finished projects or finished quilt tops. Judy Boykin from Florida took a couple of workshops with me in Houston in November. She took her Garden Medley pattern and turned it into a nice pillow. I do not believe anyone has used this pattern for a pillow before and I must admit I really like it. Very nice work Judy.
Here is what Judy said about her apple quilt ” After taking your borders by design class/lecture in Houston, I made
this quilt for my great niece. Adding the appliquéd apples in the border really turned this quilt into something special (the blocks were pre-printed panels from a storybook); however it took longer to do the border than it did to assemble the body of the quilt. It was loved and my great niece will cherish it so was well worth the time and effort.”
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Carol Dickson shared this photo with me. This is a from the Fiesta Mexico-Block Three workshop. Carol said she learned a lot in the workshop. And she ended up with a really nice little wall hanging to boot. Thanks to Carol for sharing her wonderful finished project.
Have a great week. Talk to you soon.