Quilting

Calendar of Quilts - January and February

2011-12-28T09:25:00.000-05:00

These are the samples for January and February-Calendar of Quilts wallhanging of the month. To check out details for this Block of the Month or others check out the website under "Block of the Month".

Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year!

2011-12-24T13:41:00.000-05:00

I would like to thank everyone for their support this past year. May you have a wonderful Christmas with your family and friends and may God bless you in the coming New Year.

Piecefully yours,
Marlene

Chalkcloth----Neat Ideas!

2011-12-21T09:30:00.001-05:00

Just new in the shop is this crazy new fabric called "Chalkcloth". I came across this neat idea making into a tablerunner. I didn't take a picture of the one I made and used at our Christmas Party recently but it was a real hit. You can write on it what the dishes you are serving are, wipe it off and use it for the next party. To make the tablerunner I cut a piece of fabric just large enough to back it and fold the edges over to the front and sew. Very fast and easy!

I made some placemats with it for the grandsons. Give them a piece of chalk and that should keep them busy while supper is being made. There are lots of other neat ideas---aprons, calendars,etc.

Let me know what you would make and I will randomly select a winner and send a 56" x 15" piece of chalkcloth to you. (enough to make the tablerunner). Winner will be picked Wednesday, Dec.28,2011.

Chalkcloth comes 48" wide and sells for $10.00 a yard.

"Tiny Town" Block of the Month

2011-12-14T15:09:00.000-05:00

"Tiny Town" is a 9 month block of the month from Bunny Hill Designs. I am using a different fabric line with more vibrant colours called "Fresh Flowers. Above are some of the choices for borders for this quilt. You can view the pattern cover on the website under "Block of the Month"

This Block One.

This is Block Two.

This Block Three.

This is Block Four. (sorry for the sideways view). You can personalize this quilt with your hometown and family names.

To sign up just e-mail me at marlene@pastimepieces.com or call me at 519-676-5059.

Registration Fee - $25.00

Block 1-9 - $18.00 each month (includes embroidery floss, buttons, beads, fabric and pattern)

Borders and binding - $25.00

White Christmas ?

2011-12-01T09:54:00.000-05:00

I don't know whether we will have a white Christmas outside or not but it will be inside. This pattern is called "White Christmas" designed by one of my favorite designers - "Don't Look Now" from Australia.
I used Fairy Frost fabric which is a white fabric with a silver metallic glitter on it. The picture, of course, does not do it justice. If you seen it at one of the shows you know what I mean. I carry the Fairy Frost fabric at $15.00 a yard. The kit (as shown) can be found on the kits page and the pattern can be found on the patterns page under "Don't Look Now".

This is a Terry Atkinson pattern using her new line of zippers. The pattern is called "Pillow Trio". Kit available for $28.00.

Lots of cute patterns in the "3 times the charm" book using charm squares. I have kits available for the baby quilt using the "Greta" pattern. The small table topper uses "FaLaLa" charm squares.

Busy Times!

2011-10-28T10:33:00.000-04:00

I think I'm finally getting back to normal after a very busy time. I have been at a quilt show in Waterloo, a quilt show in Georgetown followed by the Creativ Festival in Toronto. Here is my booth at the Creativ Festival. I sure pack alot of things into a small space. After Toronto I decided to drive a little further east and visit with my grandsons. They are growing and changing so quickly. It was fun to be with them for a few days.

It took a few shots to get them all to look up at the same time and for Ethan not to keep rolling his pumpkin away.

"Bon Vivant" Purse

2011-09-25T19:23:00.000-04:00

This is a new purse pattern that I thought was unique in that it uses plastic canvas as part of the interfacing. Now if you have been into crafts you probably have some of that plastic canvas hanging around, you know the stuff that was made into everything you could think of---notepad holders, flyswatter covers ,christmas ornaments, etc., etc. You still see items made from it at craft shows. That's the stuff you use to made the bag have some shape. You also use "Decor Bond" interfacing.

Ellen Medlock, the designer of the pattern, also has the fabric. I used the blues with the matching striped gussets in the purse I made. It also comes in pink(shown in her pattern). I carry both the blue and pink patterned and fabrics with bolts of the matching stripes. I do not have the polka dot shown in the pattern below.

The pattern is $16.00 as it includes the silver clasp hardware. The fabric is $13.00 a yard.

"Bag-ology" - Mini Messenger Bag

2011-09-20T21:29:00.000-04:00

Excuse the poor quality pictures! I went to take pictures of the girls handbags they made in class last night and my camera was dead. My son happened to be home so I used his phone. The phone probably takes better pictures than this but I wasn't used to using it so this is how they turned out. I hope to have my camera ready and waiting next month.

I am starting a class called "Bag-ology" where each month you make a different handbag. You may come to just one class or you may come to them all.

This month was the "Mini Messenger bag". It is probably one of the easier patterns to use and I love their little trick to get the lining to fit in perfectly.

Next month we hope to make 2 purses. The "Triangle Purse" and the "Zippy Strippy" pouch. We will be meeting at 7:00 p.m., Monday, October 17,2011. Let me know if you would like to join in. Details on "classes" page.

My newest pattern in the "Peek-a-Boo" series!

2011-09-12T09:27:00.000-04:00

Here's my latest pattern "Peek-a-Boo Bunny" done in pink fabrics with the pink and brown minky border. Pattern is $10.00. Kits available for $52.50. Backing in brown and pink dot minky is $25.00.

Ethan's "Big Boy" Bed Quilt

2011-09-01T09:54:00.001-04:00

Ethan just turned 2 so it's time to move him to a "big boy" bed so the twins can each have their own crib. He loves any kind of big equipment---dump trucks, tractors, diggers, car haulers you name it so I thought the quilt on the cover of "Those Crazy Kids" by Buggy Barn would work out great. Lindsay (his Mom) picked out the primary colours to use in his room.

When they were home this weekend, he had to try it out.

There are several books by Buggy Barn using the "crazy" method. Stack several pieces of fabric on top of each other. Trace the pattern onto freezer paper. Iron the pattern onto the top fabric.

Cut the pattern apart not moving the pieces. According to the pattern take the top fabric from certain sections and put it to the bottom. Take other sections and put the top 2 pieces to the bottom. Sew together. Don't worry the book gives detailed instructions. This was my second "crazy method" quilt. If you are looking for something different they are fun to make!

Folded Snowflakes

2011-08-25T21:04:00.000-04:00

These are my samples for the "Folded Snowflake" workshop that I did last week Wednesday for the Chatham -Kent Quilt Guild. I really enjoy making them and the technique is easy once you see how it's done. Debbie Richards has several more "folded" patterns which you will find on my website.The following is another one of Debbie's pattern's called Folded Kaleidosquare. I made this small table topper to go along with a wedding gift for a wedding we attended last week. Her kitchen is white and black with red accents so I thought this fabric worked well especially for a kitchen. I love the fabric! I think it would look great used in the "Home Cooking Casserole Cover" pattern too.

New Kits!

2011-08-08T07:58:00.000-04:00

I have just made up two new kits---Tea for Who and "Family" Table Runner. Check kits page for description and prices.

Visiting the Boys!

2011-08-08T07:52:00.000-04:00

Zachary and Lucas in their bumbos!

Ethan's camera smile!

Big brother Ethan holding Zachary and Lucas!

After going to Canada's Wonderland with our youngest 2 children, Krista and Michael on Saturday, we continued on and spent the rest of the weekend with the grandson's (and their parents). It sure is neat to hear that they are excited that Oma and Papa are here. How can you not help but love these cuties even if they do put purple crayon all over the new family room walls!

"Willow" Pillow Kit

2011-07-20T09:45:00.000-04:00

I just completed another project from "Don't Look Now" designs. It's the "Willow" pillow. It's a large pillow measuring around 25" square. Kellie uses raw edge applique in her designs which makes it quick and easy. Using bright colours up against a white background really makes the colours pop.
Kit - $25.00(not including pattern) Pattern - $18.50

We Have Come A Long Way!

2011-07-19T23:16:00.000-04:00

I came across my mother-in-law's old sewing machine when we were cleaning out her apartment to move her to an assisted care facility. She took it with her from The Netherlands in the 1940's when they immigrated. She had bought it used then so I have no idea how old it is. I can't say that I will be doing much sewing on it but it reminds me of how far we have come as far as sewing machines go. I am kind of spoiled with my automatic threader and cutter, etc.,etc.,etc.

New Patterns from "Don"t Look Now"

2011-07-11T09:54:00.000-04:00

Animal Alphabet

An animal inspired quilt using raw edge applique and an easy trapunto method to make the animals jump off the surface of the quilt.

From the Heart

Four perfectly romantic applique projects!

Peak Hour

Cars and trucks and all things traffic makes a fun quilt for a little man! Bonus cushions included with patterns.

                                                                   White Christmas

                                                         A fun snowflake tree design!

             I can't wait to try all of Kelly's new patterns. They just arrived today from Australia!

Baking Potato Bags

2011-07-08T21:25:00.000-04:00

Here's a great way for baking potatoes. The kit comes with the potato fabric and the Warm and Natural "Warm Tater " batting for $6.00. Free pattern and cooking instructions with kit. My Mom wanted to use one because she heard of how great the potatoes turn out.

Remember Whooo Loves You!

2011-07-07T18:08:00.000-04:00

Here's a quilt that I finished a while ago and just never got it posted. It's called "Remember Whooo Loves You." It's adorable! I made it in pink and green but also hope to have kits made up in blue and green. Kit (including pattern) is $58.00.

I backed in white bubble minky which makes it soo soft. Backing is $25.00.

More Fruit Ladies Has Arrived!

2011-07-06T09:24:00.000-04:00

I just received some more of the Fruit ladies border fabric for those who were interested in it at the last show. This is such a fun fabric to make into pillowcases, purses, aprons, towel borders and the list goes on. I will try to put it up on the web site otherwise just e-mail me and I will process it that way.

New patterns from "Crabapple Hill Designs"

2011-06-23T22:04:00.000-04:00

The two "new" patterns are here from "Crabapple Hill Studios. I haven't tried Meg's crayon method yet for the shading but it looks nice. I hope to try it on a pillow first. You will need approximately 20 skeins of Cosmo "Seasons" embroidery floss #8041 ( available soon-on order).

Mail Strike Continues!

2011-06-23T21:39:00.000-04:00

The postal workers are still on strike

so I am unable to send out your patterns

and Block of the Month kits! I hope it

ends soon! Some patterns, etc. that were

sent out earlier are probably stuck in limbo.

Sorry for the delay. The "Remember Whooo

Loves You" pattern is still on backorder.

I hope to receive it next Friday!

Block 5 of "The Night before Christmas"

2011-05-24T20:19:00.000-04:00

Block 6 of "The Night before Christmas"

2011-05-24T20:14:00.000-04:00

Block 7 of "The Night Before Christmas"

2011-05-23T06:39:00.000-04:00

Block 8 of "The Night before Christmas"

2011-05-22T13:57:00.000-04:00

Block 9 of "The night before Christmas"

2011-05-22T13:55:00.000-04:00

Block 3 of "The night before Christmas"

2011-04-16T13:30:00.000-04:00

Here is Block 3 of "The Night Before Christmas" by Bunny Hill Designs. Still not too late to join!
New wormen are starting each month.

Block 2 of "The Night Before Christmas"

2011-03-20T18:09:00.000-04:00

Here is my block 2 of "The Night Before Christmas".

If you haven't already joined, it's not too late!

There is a $20.00 fee to join and then each block

is $18.00 per month. All embellishments are included

(embroidery threads, buttons, ribbon, etc). Shipping

is $2.50 per month or you can pick your block up at

shop or at the guild meetings.

It is a 9 month program.

Border and binding kit to finish wall hanging as shown in pattern

is $25.00. (Check previous blogs for full pattern picture).

Lucas and Zachary

2011-02-21T09:48:00.001-05:00

Lucas Zachary
(I hope I got that right)

The boys are growing like crazy! Those 2 hour feedings are packing on the ounces. You can stretch it out to 3-4 hours anytime, boys!

Block 1 of "The Night Before Christmas"

2011-02-21T09:33:00.001-05:00

I am just starting a new Block of the Month by Bunny Hill called "The Night Before Christmas" using "Le Petite Ecole" fabric by French General for Moda)

(Check back to an earlier blog for the details)

BLOCK ONE

The bottom part of the block is tan fabric not green. No matter how many pictures I took it still shows up a greenish colour.)

A closer view of the top section.

Folded Placemats

2011-02-21T08:50:00.001-05:00

A new pattern by Deb Richards has arrived in the mail. This time it is for placemats. Using larger squares of fabric it goes together quickly making it a fun project to do.

I used Astor Manor fabric from Moda for my placemat.

I will be teaching a class soon on her technique. I'm just waiting for the renovations to be done on my classroom.

New Babies...New Quilts!

2011-02-19T13:55:00.001-05:00

With two new babies, I had to get busy and make two new baby quilts. Lindsay wanted the nursery to be blue with chocolate brown so here is what I came up with. I designed the quilts using polka dots and the minky fleece which is so..so..soft.

This one I call Peek-a-Boo Puppies.

This one I call Peek-a-Boo Monkeys.

1 + 2 = 3

2011-02-12T13:13:00.000-05:00

Lucas William Mosterd - 1 day old - 5lbs.15.5 oz

Zachary Jared Mosterd - 1 day old - 5lbs 5 oz.

We were excited with the arrival of our twin grandsons on Jan.21, 2011. Lucas and Zachary along with their mom, Lindsay are doing great! I just returned home from helping out for 12 days. They are little brothers to our 3rd grandson, Ethan (18 months). Altogether they have a very busy family!

New Projects for the New Year!

2010-12-30T21:36:00.000-05:00

New fabric is piling into the shop! I am definitely running out of room but I love inspiring everyone with new projects to work on. Unfortunately I don't have the time I think I am going to have to make samples so I am posting some kits I have made up with the new fabric that has come in.

First I have Moroccan Tile made with Stonehenge fabrics from Northcott.

Also, new is "Garden View" using Wild Flowers from Northcott. I have made the quilt but haven't had it machine quilted yet.

What I really need to be working on are baby quilts. My daughter,Lindsay and her husband, Jared are expecting identical twin boys in January. They will be brothers to 17 month old Ethan. She is going to be busy so I hope to go up to help her for a few weeks so I had better get organized. Also, my boss at my dental hygiene job has sold his dental practice to another dentist so I will have to get used to some changes there. We have worked together for 26 years.
I will try to post some other new projects that I have been working on real soon.

Snap Happy II Bags

2010-12-27T14:29:00.000-05:00

I just finished making 6 of these cute little bags from the Snap Happy II pattern for my daughter to give as gifts to her friends. Some of them had travelled to Paris, France a few years ago with a school group. I know that the Eiffel Towers are sideways but this way I could get 6 out of 1 yard of main fabric and 1 yard of contrasting fabric. Using the metal measuring tapes for the "snap" opening is really cool!

"Winter Woolies" Flannel for Our Cold Winter Nights!

2010-12-17T18:03:00.000-05:00

I love how this quilt turned out! You never know when you use a combination of colours and patterns.

I used the pattern "Hopscotch" by the Quilt Patch (Canadian designer) and Maywood's Warm Winter Woolies flannel. All you need is 12 fat 1/4's. ( I used a few more as I use yard fat 1/4's not metric fat 1/4's). A narrow sashing, binding, backing and you are done! Kits are $62.00.(3.6m or 4yds of backing not included). Size: 56" x 65". Kits ( including 15 fat 1/4's, binding and sashing) will be available soon. Waiting for some more flannels to arrive.

Handbag Using Texture Magic

2010-12-17T17:31:00.000-05:00

I got a chance to use a new product "Texture Magic" on a handbag. It is really simple to use and adds a really neat texture to your project. I sandwiched some batting between my print fabric and a piece of Texture Magic(on which I had drawn my design). I sewed along my design lines with the sewing machine. I then thoroughly steamed my piece with the Texture Magic side up and watched my texture appear. Check out http://www.superiorthreads.com/ for instructions and other ideas!

I used the pattern "A Heavenly Textured Handbag" by EazyPeazy. Check out web site for "Texture Magic" and patterns using "Texture Magic."

2010-12-04T17:03:00.000-05:00

I love the new Block of the Month "The Night Before Christmas" by Bunny Hill Designs. We will be using the fabric shown - La Petite Ecole by French General. There will be a start up registration fee of $20.00.

Blocks 1-9 will be $18.00 a month. Borders and binding - $25.00.

This will be starting the last week of January. Please let me know by e-mail or phone if you would like to be signed up. Limited amount availalbe.

Bedrunners using precut Fabrics

2010-11-20T17:08:00.000-05:00

Tired of having the same old quilt on your bed. Now you
can change it up by putting different bed runners on. The
book "Bed Runners using Precut Fabrics" has 10 different
bed runners you can make in a weekend.
I used a layer cake from Moda called "Garden Party" for
this bed runner. I love the buttons as the centre of the
flowers. Book is $10.00 which is a really good deal!

"Shadowbox" Quilt

2010-11-20T16:13:00.000-05:00

I made this quilt earlier this year using "Floragraphix"
fabric by "In the Beginning".
It was a big hit at the Creativ festival in Toronto!

Kits (including pattern) are available for $79.00.

Monster Pillow

2010-08-02T13:12:00.000-04:00

This is my most favorite project that I have done this year, I think. I had met the designer from "Don't Look Now" in Minnesota at Quilt Market. She had travelled all the way from Australia. Her patterns are absolutely adorable! I purchased several of her patterns which you will find on the patterns page under pillows, wallhangings and quilts. This pillow pattern is a bonus pattern in the "Monsters Quilt" pattern. I will have kits made up shortly for the pillow, if anyone is interested.

Folded Rose Window

2010-07-30T16:24:00.000-04:00

Another sample completed! If you haven't tried any of Debbie Richards patterns you have to give it a go. They are stunning and unique. Everyone will be trying to figure out how you made it. Patterns are very easy to follow! I made this Folded Rose Window using 2 fat quarters and 1 metre of black fabric. (Pattern available on patterns page).

Ethan is 1 year old!

2010-07-28T21:25:00.000-04:00

Ethan, my first grandchild just had his first birthday this month! We celebrated with a "truck" cake carrying a load of m&ms. He didn't really know what to make of all the excitement.

Winter Sampler Pillow

2010-07-28T21:06:00.000-04:00

I have made the "Autumn" pillow and the "Summer" pillow by Crabapple Hill and now I have completed the "Winter" pillow. This pattern is actually a sampler wallhanging but I wanted to continue on with my series of season pillows. The kit contains the pattern, background fabric, 9 skeins of weeks embroidery thread and the bead and felt embellishments.

Here is a close up of the embroidery. The kit sells for $32.00.

"Catch of the Day"

2010-07-27T22:03:00.002-04:00

Here is the other tea cozy. It wouldn't let me publish both pictures at the same time.

Tea Anyone

2010-07-27T21:37:00.005-04:00

I have just completed two more tea cozies from Bent Tree Hollow that I have made into kits; "Autumn Apple" ($29.00) and "Catch of the Day" ($35.00). I will put these up on the web site soon. Sharon, the designer has over 20 different tea cozies so I have only about 15 more samples to go!

Oops, missing block 5 of Le Jardin

2010-06-07T22:52:00.002-04:00

I somehow missed putting the picture of Block 5 of Le Jardin on the blog. This is everyone's absolutely favorite block of the entire quilt. The little girl's dresses are so cute! I hope everyone if having fun with this Block of the Month? Anyone who still wants to join, just send me an e-mail. I believe I have 2 spots left.

I have alot of other new patterns and kits that I hope to have together soon. I just got back recently from the Quilt Market in Minnesota and I can't wait to make up samples of some of the new patterns I got! I also have some new fabric that's come in - Little Darlings (a black and white collection ) by Northcott; some Stonehenge from Northcott; Floragrahix IV from In the Beginning ( fabric with an Asian look in rust, orange and blue). Other fabric will be rolling in once it is released.

I hope to keep you updated a little more often. We'll see how that goes.

Spring is Here!

2010-04-04T19:42:00.002-04:00

Happy Easter everyone! May we remember this day that Christ has died and risen for us!

The weather has been fantastic so I wanted to post something bright and colourful. This quilt is called "Twisting the Night Away". I used a Spring Magic layer cake by Moda. The pattern is in the book "Layer Cake, jelly roll and Charm Quilts." The kit is $73.00 for a 62" x 74" quilt. The book is $25.00

"Teacups" by Lakehouse

2010-04-01T22:55:00.003-04:00

Lakehouse has the nicest feeling fabric! This fabric has a very soft blue dotted background with 7 different teacups in each row . There are 4 rows of teacups before the pattern is repeated. The price is $9.00 for the 24" of fabric with the 28 teacups.

"Canadian Cottage" by RJR fabrics

2010-04-01T22:40:00.003-04:00

"Canadian Cottage" is gorgeous fabric designed by Robyn Pandolph for RJR fabrics. The colours are very subtle which is her style but what makes this fabric unique is that she has put canadian flags in her design. I won't be putting this fabric on the web site as it won't last long so if you are interested just e-mail me and I will see what I have available. Price is $13.00 a yard.

Bunny Hill Design - Le Jardin

2010-03-24T11:53:00.003-04:00

Well, that didn't end up in the order I wanted! Here is the pattern cover and following are the 9 blocks with the description at the end. Sorry for the confusion! If you would like to start the block of the month just send me an e-mail or phone 519-676-5059. I will have the completed quilt done shortly with the borders I've chosen.

Le Jardin - Block of the Month

2010-03-24T11:01:00.015-04:00

I just completed another Bunny Hill Design, " Le Jardin." Well, I haven't actually completed it. I've made the blocks and photograghed them separately so it will give you a visual if you would like to do the block of the month. I used fabric from Moda, Garden Party mostly instead of the fabric shown on the pattern. I wanted it to be "springy" and something that would fit into most home decor.

Here is how it works. The first month's block will be $25.00. Blocks 2-9 will be $15.00 each month. The borders and binding will be $35.00. At the beginning of each month I will send you the fabric, pattern and embellishments needed for that month's block. The postage is $2.50 each month with the border and binding postage being $7.00. I will bill your credit card each month unless you would like to make other arrangements. Work on it together with friends or on your own. It's great fun to get something in the mail each month.

The Sebago Bag

2010-03-06T20:35:00.002-05:00

If you want to make a nice and easy tote, this is it. All it takes is one yard of prequilted fabric and 1/4 yd for trim. It's finished on the inside as well so it's reversible. I'm having trouble finding prequilted fabric so I think I may try to make my own. If I can machine quilt a lap quilt I can certainly quilt a yardof fabric. I purchased the fabric on one of my trips to Florida. Our home there has 2 quilt stores fairly close that I absolutely love to go too.
The pattern you will find on my web site.

What a cutie!

2010-03-06T20:28:00.002-05:00

He is getting bigger! Ethan, our grandson is almost 8 months old. We got to spend lots of time with him in Florida recently. He was such a good boy!

Warm Winter Wishes

2010-01-04T20:05:00.003-05:00

I wasn't going to post my wallhanging till it was quilted but I'm just not getting around to it yet. For those who bought the kit you'll need this to know what fabric goes where. This pattern is from Cottage Creek. The kit including pattern is $66.00.

Visual Arts

2010-01-04T19:48:00.002-05:00

This fabric I used in this quilt is called "Visual Arts". It is very stunning in yellow and black! The pattern calls for 5 - one yard cuts. It does not matter what fabric you choose for your squares or borders, it always works out. There is even enough fabric for the binding. Pattern is free with fabric bundle. Fabric Bundle - $70.00

Cobblestone Lane - Block of the month

2009-12-14T21:20:00.003-05:00

I've finished my sample of Cobblestone Lane using Astor Manor fabric by Moda and I love it. The size is quite large 78" x 100". Block 1 is ready to be sent out anytime. For more details on this block of the month check the earlier blog entry. If you are interested in purchasing the complete kit all at once, the cost is $220.00.

It a Wrap!

2009-12-14T19:56:00.002-05:00

A neat new project wrapping clothesline with strips of fabric and zigzagging them together. Tons of ideas in the book "It's a Wrap"! Everything from placemats, hotpads, baskets, etc. Book is found on patterns page. Clothesline is available for $6.00 ( 100 feet).

Snakes N' Ladders

2009-10-21T22:42:00.002-04:00

Another kit and pattern that was a big hit. The pattern is included in the kit for $56.50. The little frogs hanging on the quilt are removable game pieces.

Peek-a-Boo Monkey Quilt

2009-10-21T22:34:00.002-04:00

Here is the most adorable baby quilt! Brown with green polka dot chenille makes it very soft and cuddly. It was a big hit at the Creativ Festival in Toronto so I need a bit of time to make up some more kits. The pattern is found in the book "Quilting for the Baby".

The kit sells for $39.00. The chenille backing is $25.00.

I'm a Grandma!

2009-09-23T14:40:00.002-04:00

We are the proud grandparents of our first grandchild, Ethan Gerald Mosterd!

He was born July 8, 2009.
Time to spoil him again this weekend!

2009-09-13T22:41:00.002-04:00

Coming Soon to Pastime Pieces!

Cobblestone Lane - Block of the Month

First block will be ready to ship Nov/09. Astor Manor by The Three Sisters for Moda is the fabric used for this beautiful 78" X 100" sampler quilt. The fabric is being released in October so it is brand new.

For the Cobblestone Lane Block of the Month it will be $29.00 for each month for 8 months - 2 blocks each month for 6 months, month 7 includes fabric and pattern for alternate blocks and month 8 includes fabric for borders and binding.

Shipping will be approx. $3.00 per month depending on where it is being shipped to. You can also pick up your blocks from the shop at the beginning of each month.

If you are interested in matching backing, let me know so I can order enough in.

I was able to purchase some fat 1/4's at the trade show in Pittsburg so I hope to have some of the squares completed to show at the shop hop Sept.26/09.

Leaf Table Runner

2009-08-21T21:44:00.005-04:00

Here are a few images of the leaf wall hanging or table runner. You will find the kit on the web site
under kits and if you would like just the pattern you can purchase it on the web site too under patterns.

Les Fleur Quilt Kit

2009-08-21T21:27:00.003-04:00

Wow! I didn't realize that it has been since May that I last posted something. Where has the summer gone?

I finally managed to purchase some fabrics for the Les Fleurs quilt (pattern in the book "Tea in the Garden"). I had used soft, muted pastel fabrics in my quilt and several quilters had commented that they would like to purchase the kit in the same tones. So here it is! The fabrics aren't the same as the original but close.

You can order the kit on the web site.

Block of the Month - Autumn House

2009-05-07T22:56:00.002-04:00

I have started a Block of the Month program using Bunny Hill Designs "Autumn House.
Size: 49" X 57". This is a 9 month program. At the beginning of each month you will receive a block pattern, fabric, embroidery thread, buttons and instructions to complete each block.
It can be started at any time. When you purchase the first block you will be agreeing to purchase the complete set. Your credit card will be billed automatically each month for the price of that month's block plus postage. ( approx. $2.50) or other arrangements can be made.
Block 1 - $25.00
Block 2-8 - $15.oo each
Block 9- $25.00(includes borders and binding)
Let me know by phone call or e-mail if you are interested in starting this lovely BOM.
(519)676-5059
It is a 9 month program

2009-04-17T23:06:00.002-04:00

Charm Party Tote

Since I have very narrow feet and have a hard time finding shoes that fit I could never have a shoe fettish so I have a purse one instead. This is the first purse I made. I used the Charm Party Tote pattern, one charm pack (Bistro by Moda) and one yard of lining fabric. Ta-da!

2009-04-17T19:48:00.003-04:00

Urban Couture Quilt

Finally! Here's the quilt I made using the Urban Couture fabric and the "Cake Mix" pattern.

I've had it finished for a little while. I took it up to the Kindred Hearts quilt show in Whitby a few weeks ago and it was very well received. I needed to order more jelly rolls and layer cakes.

I would like to thank the women who put on the quilt show in Whitby. It was very successful and they were very helpful in making the vendors feel welcome. Thank you!

Over Easy Easter Egg Table Runner

2009-03-14T22:30:00.003-04:00

Here' s a cute project for Easter! This pattern is from Pieced Tree. It's a quilt as you go pattern which works up really fast. It also uses Thangles to make the half square triangles into some interesting designs.
I realize now I should have taken a picture of the back. I used some Debbie Mumm easter fabric that is pastels with easter eggs on it.
I don't know when I will be able to get this on the web site so if you are interested in the kit, it is $39.00. Kit includes all the fabric, pattern, backing and binding and enough Thangles to finish the project. Let me know by e-mail if you are interested.

Thangles

2009-03-14T22:12:00.004-04:00

I now carry "Thangles" in all 15 sizes. A few of the new patterns I was working on called for them in the instructions so I thought I give them a try. In case you are wondering what they are they are strips of paper that you lay on top of your fabric and sew and then cut apart to make accurate half square triangles. They are really easy to use! They come as small as 1/2" to as large as a 6" square. Price: $6.00 a pkg. (a pkg of 2.5" finished has enough paper strips to make 300 half square triangles).

Birdie Sling Bag

2009-03-06T22:55:00.003-05:00

This is the other fabric I have in the Fruit Ladies. I used the Birdie Sling Tote pattern by Amy Butler.

Urban Couture by Basic Grey

2009-03-06T22:41:00.003-05:00

I have a new line of fabric in from Moda called Urban Couture by Basic Grey. The colours are nice and cheery for spring and summer. I have layer cakes, jelly rolls and 12 bolts of fabric in this line(there are 2 bolts of brown fabric at top). I am almost finished my sample quilt. I need to add some borders and get it machine quilted. I will post it as soon as it is done.

Love Pillow

2009-03-05T21:54:00.002-05:00

I love all the patterns from Crapapple Hill Designs. This pillow finishes 13 1/2" x 11 1/2".

In the kit I have included all the fabric to make the pillow and the embroidery floss. Kit including pattern is $23.00.

Fruit Ladies

2009-03-01T17:04:00.002-05:00

I just had to make something "summery" to help with the cold winter days. The purse pattern is "Miranda day tote" and I used the Fruit Ladies fabric which is the cutest fabric ever. Each of the ladies are made up of a fruit depicting their shape. What shape are you?

This fabric also comes in a larger diagonal print.

I have kits made up for the purse pictured here.

Kits include 1/2 yd. fruit ladies fabric and 1 yd. red strawbery seed fabric. ($19.50)

Pattern is $9.00 and if you would like the clear handles I used they are $8.00.

I also carry Pellon fusible fleece for $8.00yd and Pellon decor bond for $5.00 yd. (Both of these products are recommemded for this pattern.