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11.02.2015

Design, Carve, Print ~ Apple Print

A few weeks ago I signed up for an online block printing class. I have always wanted to design my own fabric so I thought this would be a good place to start. The class is taught by Jennifer Hewett. I have admired her hand printed garments which are just beautiful!

You can see more of her work [HERE]

The class is wonderful. Jen's instructions are clear and concise, and she teaches at a pace that allows you to accomplish each lesson without feeling too rushed.

I decided to create a simple print with a favorite design. If you follow my blog, you know how much I love using an apple motif in foundation paper piecing and other apple projects.

The technique uses soft carving blocks and screen printing ink. It didn't require a lot of new supplies, many of which I already had : )

The lining is a fun, quilted polka dot fabric. The lining pocket is from a test print and seemed like a perfect use for the lone apple.

Added to my list of "to do's", is enough fabric to make a knee length pleated skirt!

Happy Sewing : )

Charise

12.18.2013

Apples - I'm Obsessed!!!

I love apples - I always have. And I'll never forget my mother telling me "an apple a day will keep the doctor away".

I have created apple pouches.....

apple coasters.....

apple potholders.......

and I am working on a pattern for an apple apron. The sample will be my mom's Christmas present!

So........ last Friday was my birthday and my husband took me to the the Frye Art Museum to see the current exhibition by German artist Franz Von Stuck. The exhibit was absolutely incredible. It was a real treat! After seeing a great master's work I often dream of having the time to learn to paint.....maybe some day.

I just couldn't leave without taking a look at the gift shop : ) It is beautifully curated with art books, local artisan jewelry, hand bags and vintage items. I couldn't resist these vintage apple accessories.
The wee brass apple tray will be perfect on my sewing table to hold odds and ends.
I love the shape and weight of the apple necklace. It is a substantial piece of jewelry. It has a seam near the top and I've tried to open it....hmmmm what could be inside?

I'm looking forward to enjoying this holiday with family and friends. Cookie baking will commence on Monday. It is one of my favorite traditions along with cutting down the Christmas tree. My boys love it too - actually the eating more than the decorating : ) The cookies pictured were made for a cookie exchange at my son's school. I love decorating cookies and trying new designs thought I'll admit the easier design the better the outcome!

I'm looking forward to spending two weeks with my boys, sleeping in over the holiday break and maybe sneak a bit of sewing in!

Enjoy your day!

Charise

12.08.2013

Sew Mama Sew Give-Away Day

Hello lovelies! Tomorrow is the start of Sew Mama Sew Give Away Day!

I'm posting just a little bit early : )

I am giving away a fabric kit and pattern to make my Apple Orchard Hot Pad !!!

The give-away includes the fabric pictured above.

The red print top left is one of my favorite out of print fabrics - "Sweet Broderie" by Rosalie Quinlan for Lecien~ 1/2 yard. The top right fabric is one of my favorite New fabrics - "Recipes for Success" by Holly Holderman for Lakehouse Dry Goods ~ Close to 1/4 yard. You can purchase this lovely fabric at Sew Me a Song .

The 2 1/2" squares are a range of some of my favorite white ground prints.

And last, is a piece of Suzuko Koseki Notions Fabric for the stem.

It also includes a PDF pattern for my new Apple Orchard Hot Pad pattern. Just in time for holiday gift giving.

To Enter ~ Please leave a comment below! Give-away is open to international participants.

Comments will close on December 13th at 5 p.m. PST. I will announce the winner on December 15th.

Sew Mama Sew Give-away day starts tomorrow morning.

Head on over for your chance to win some fabulous notions and hand made items from other designers and bloggers.

Good Luck!

Charise

12.02.2013

Gift Sewing and a New Pattern - Orchard Hot Pad!

I hope you had a happy Thanksgiving - my friends in the US!

Christmas gift sewing has started at the Randell house. I created this Apple potholder pattern some time ago and I am sewing a few for gifts.

The pattern is easy to make and is a great holiday gift for friends and family who love to cook with fun kitchen accessories!

It is available in my Etsy Shop.

The front left side of the apple is pieced and quilted.

The back has quilted pockets.

And I used some of my favorite text fabrics and a few vintage fabrics!

I'm excited to use the new Pam Kitty morning text print for my next hot pad which you can find at Sew Me a Song!

I'm working on a companion apron and another fruit hot pad for the orchard. We will see if I get them done in time for Christmas : ) Thank goodness mom does not have a computer!

Happy Sewing!

Charise