at the request of my sister-in-law. She picked out two different fabrics (she wanted two sets to interchange) and mailed them to me with no other requirements than they fit the window in her kitchen. My brother drew a fabulous photo with the window measurements and I went to work. Unsure of the liberty I actually had with the project, I called them, several times, to make sure.
Ruth assured me I had the freedom to do whatever I wanted, so I designed these tabby/polka dotted curtains to go with the tractors. I just couldn't help myself, I had to feminize them!
This next set was a little harder to work with since the fabric is soooooooooo masculine, but I'm very happy to say, I think I achieved my goal.
It's hard to see, but they have white ties at the top to put around the tension rod.
The embroidery (applique) action up close:
Lisa will be soooooo proud that I'm using my embroidery unit!
p.s., I got a phone call from my sis in law (hi Ruth!) and she loved both sets of curtains!
oh my goodness.
they are really cute.
i especially like the top ones with the red polka dot fabric...too cute!!!
Posted by: rachel | 24 April 2009 at 07:13 AM
Lovely balance between masculine and feminine design elements! The flower applique is cute too.
Posted by: Christy | 24 April 2009 at 07:32 AM
Very cute...love the balance of masculine and feminine...love the cute little flowers!
Posted by: Robin | 24 April 2009 at 07:55 AM
leave it to you to make john deere fabric look cute!
Posted by: jacquie | 24 April 2009 at 08:01 AM
Those are so cute--we are John Deere fans. I love the femine touch on both. Your sister in law is very gracious to share her space with tracotrs, Idon't know if I would have--mugs are enough in the kitchen!
Posted by: Jody Blue | 24 April 2009 at 08:13 AM
Those are adorable! Great work.
Posted by: Stacey | 24 April 2009 at 09:47 AM
Great job again. The Energizer Penny fast and furious. That brain just never quits coming up with so many ideas.
Posted by: Arlene | 24 April 2009 at 11:49 AM
Penny - Lisa is going to LOVE them! (And I had no idea she was your SIL - creativity runs in the family!) I really like that you added a feminine touch with the appliqued flower - so adorable!
Cheers!
Posted by: Candace | 24 April 2009 at 02:42 PM
Good job Penny. Next time I need new curtains I'm sending you the material!!
Posted by: Judy | 25 April 2009 at 06:15 PM
great job! Tell her she needs to send pictures from her kitchen. I've never seen a john deere kitchen!
Posted by: Gretchen Skovron | 25 April 2009 at 06:18 PM
Very cute Penny! How fun that you girly-fied John Deere. Where did you get the cute flower applique?
And I read on Susan Anderson's blog about your big win -- congratulations -- more knitting for you -- Woohoo!
Posted by: Thimbleanna | 29 April 2009 at 02:26 PM