with the quilt cencentrein my previous post)... I was going to work on this over the weekend but when things don't go to plan then move onto the project that is waiting  in the wings....

I have decided on greens, mustards, purples and  reds.

Hope to begin the centre applique tomorrow.

Until next time

Carol

Hi Chooky....hope the shed is enjoying a "Party" atmosphere this evening.....

on this 3rd birthday....

this is what I am working on this evening....(I dont know what happend to the colour on this image)

Just about to stitch the centre to the background fabric.....

Have  a great evening everyone.

Carol

Dutch Heritage

Dutch Heritage has just arrived today....

It's not on the website yet but feel free to email me if you would like some before it is.....cherrypiedesigns@hotmail.com

Carol

What a wonderful weekend I have just enjoyed out in country NSW.....thank you so much to Chooky for organizing this 2 day workshop for the ladies and of course giving me a bed for 3 nights.

None of the ladies have ever done needle turn appliqué using freezer paper on the wrong side of their chosen fabric, but they all embraced the idea and went home having had learnt something new.

At least one of the ladies will continue (hopefully) to finish her work using the English method of appliqué.....and if this works for you....then do it ! It doesn't matter what method you use just use the one that suits you best.

The project for the weekend was my Feeling Blue pattern and some of the ladies chose blue whilst others chose red....they will all look great when finished I am sure.

Ok really sorry, I cant seem to turn this image around no matter how hard I try....but there is a happy Chooky in there somewhere...

 I just love taking pictures of our wonderful country so here are a few images of the drive out....

And lets not forget that fabulous sun set....

and of course the "3rd Child" hasn't left my side since I arrived home yesterday...

thanks again Chooky for a great weekend....the cup works just fine and the chocolates are almost gone!

Until next time
Carol

Heading out to......

Heading out at the end of this week to Western NSW for a 2 day workshop.
I hear that the ladies are keen to get started.....the weather promises to be lovely and I can't wait to catch up with everyone.

Red and Blue kits for the ladies to get started on their Feeling Blue quilt....needle turn appliqué and machine piecing and of course using that wonderful Aurifil thread.

Part 1 of the new BOM is posting out today...."Coney Island" includes easy machine piecing, needle turn appliqué and hand piecing.....Not a member? then don't delay there is a limited number of programs available.

Click here for all the info.

Lots and Lots of new fabric has arrived.....Past Endearments by Judy Rothermel, Hannah's Heritage also by Judy, Tree of Life by Mary Koval (accompanying fabrics only at this stage), Ophelia by Nancy Gere, Mill Book 1892 from Moda, Bon Voyage by French General and Union Blues by Barbara Brackman......Is that enough too choose from?....I want to use them all!

Thanks for tuning in....
Carol

AQC 2015

All packed and ready to go in the morning to Melbourne for the Australasian Quilt Convention....

Got the stitching ready to take.....oops that's not patchwork!...oh well

So if you having a lovely day out at the show be sure to drop by booth 43 and say Hi.

Until next time

Carol

Lots of new things happening

No this is not an April Fools joke......I am happy to announce that the new website is up and running.....yay after months of hard work its finally live.

Click here  and you will arrive on the home page.


Take a peek at my new Block of the Month project..."Coney Island" (sorry...the image could be better...will fix this soon!), kits and new patterns.

And don't forget to check out the beautiful array of fabulous fabrics due in the coming months.

There are some things that still need refining (EPP) is one and I am sure that there will be others....this will take a little more time....so bear with me while these little issues are fixed.

Hope you enjoy

Carol