While I was in the journal-making mode, I came across some fabric with dachshunds, and immediately thought of Virgil and Brenda since they have one. After I got the fabric home, I noticed that alternate rows of the dogs running across were upside down. That didn't really thrill me, so I cut out the strips with them right side up, sewed them together, and proceeded from there. It came out cute, and only after mailing it did I pick up on something I hadn't intended...2 identical rows are next to each other. Ah well, it's still cute, and they seemed to like it.
In December I signed up for a mug rug swap over on the HGTV quilting and sewing forum. I was drawn to this swap because it was one-on-one, meaning I didn't have to make a bunch of things, just one item for one particular person. I was matched up with EvelynB, a very talented lady here in Texas. This was an initial mug rug swap, so I was to use her initial "E" and work up something from there. Some use embroidery or applique and/or objects that start with the letter. I deviated a bit, and used it as a monogram with the mug rug itself telling a little about her. I appliqued the E, and kind of crazy quilted a rug depicting her and her husband as young retirees having fun and enjoying life, and items to represent her children as well as her sewing hobby. The backing reflects Texax Tech as her alma mater.
While looking at EvelynB's posts to get an idea of what she might like, I came across a posting showing a tree skirt pattern with boots that she designed. I'd been looking for something I liked to make for Robert and Angela, and her skirt with boots is just right. She graciously gave her permission to use her design, so thank you Evelyn! Here's her picture from the HGTV boards. Since they have a size limitation, it's definitely small but you can get a good idea of what it looks like.
Here are three of my boot blocks. 5 more to go, and then I can work in the rest of the design. Sorry about the small picture, I'm having problems downloading pics from my canera into the computer, so this is a phone picture.
Okay, guess that's it for now. Maybe it won't take me another 2 or 3 weeks to get back and show you my progress. :)
3 comments:
Hi Elsie, glad you're sewing again. I've been on hiatus also, but hope to remedy that this week. Have a good one!
Nice work Elsie. Things are looking good and you do good work. - Karen
Love the dachshund journal cover. I saw it and the mugrug on the HGTV forum. You did a real good job fitting the mugrug to your recipient (forgot who she was now).
I haven't done much blog hopping either. Just doesn't seem to be enough hours in the day. I've also done very little sewing except for Isabel's birthday present. I vow to dedicate time to hand quilting a quilt that's been in the frame for two years now...so sad...
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