(Front of Janey, inspired by the book "Intuitive Color and Design".)
Tomorrow is our January FCMQG meeting, and for it, in October, Jane had given us each a few scrap strips of solids to make something out of.
Lately, I've been so focused on finishing projects that I was feeling like my spontaneous creativity was lacking. So last night, I just started sewing strips together, using my curved piecing tutorial as a guide, and came up with this pillow. I'm calling it "Janey".
(back of Janey)
So back to telling you about my projects at hand.
Firstly, I am waaaay behind on some bee blocks.
Secondly, I haven't mentioned this here yet, but I'm going to be published in a few books and magazines this year and next! I can't wait to show you all! For starters, I just have these words for you: Stitch magazine, and a special publication called "101 patchwork projects" which will be coming out in April!
Thirdly, have you seen those Mexican poncho hoodies before? Well, while we were down in Arizona, L-man decided he wanted to get matching ones for us to wear when we're out camping and kayaking for lazing around the camp and such. So we bought two and he wants me to line them with fleece to make them a little softer inside and a bit warmer.
So yeah, just a few things on my plate!
And just a heads up for those of you haven't heard this sad news yet; Aunt Bea's fabric shop is closing. They will be sorely missed, but because of their unfortunate closing, you can get some pretty good deals right now on some great fabrics, so check them out!
I love Stitch magazine!! Congratulations. Cant wait to see what you did.
I love my Modern Quilt Guild. Great challenge. Your pillow is fantastic.
Posted by: tara | 28 January 2011 at 09:08 AM
Oh are we allowed to mention Stitch now? LOL. I was up until 2 last night not quite finishing a last minute project they tacked on to my submissions. I hope to send it out today. Just need to bind it and put some grommets on it.
Posted by: Angela | 28 January 2011 at 10:00 AM
Love your bendy cushion and big congrats on exciting publications! Stitch is a great magazine
Posted by: Kerry | 28 January 2011 at 10:14 AM
Beautiful!! I really love that top pic - great piecing! Congrats on stitch!
Posted by: Caroline | 28 January 2011 at 10:37 AM
What a fun pillow! Love all of those colors together and the RSR portraits on the back are perfect! Congrats on the published projects - how exciting. I can't wait to see all my friends' work in Stitch mag's 101 projects.
Posted by: krista - Poppyprint | 28 January 2011 at 01:05 PM
Wow...someone actually completed the challenge from October...you maybe the only one...and such a 'catchy' name, LOL! Can't wait to sew with you tomorrow, girlfriend! Congrats on the articles..Stitch magazine is my new favorite! Jane(y)
Posted by: Jane | 28 January 2011 at 02:16 PM
I LOVE Stitch Magazine! I just bought the newest issue today. I'll be watching for you in April! :) (Also looking forward to the MQG Meeting tomorrow!)
Posted by: Carmen | 28 January 2011 at 05:13 PM
Congrats!!! And, I do like the pillow.
Posted by: Rachel at Stitched in Color | 28 January 2011 at 06:01 PM
Girl - I'm in love with Janey - I might have to go pull out my solids right away!!! How gorgeous - I love the other one too, but Janey stole my heart! Congrats on being published!
Posted by: Allie | 28 January 2011 at 07:00 PM
love the pillow and how you put all the colors together!
Posted by: elsa | 29 January 2011 at 09:22 AM