Monday 6 May 2013

Vintage blanket and embroidery hoops

It's been so good to have the sun shining, and enjoy the decent weather, spend a bit of time in the garden, and be able to have the shed doors open!



Here is some bunting I made to decorate the shed



The bunting can be made up in the colours and letters of your choice. Please contact me  if you wish to have  some made up.

I think this hoop embroidery looks quite Spring like. This will also be available to purchase. The back has been covered with white felt.

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The hoop is made up using stitches such as back stitch, french knots, satin and chain stitch. I have also added pieces of material to complete the picture. 

I have sewn a  baby blanket that is made from durable vintage cotton fabrics, with a brushed cotton backing.





The blanket has been quilted with large squares.

I made  this bag with Spring flowers in mind.


I am in the process of  putting together a quilt that will be a gift for someone in Australia. The quilts I sew can be made up in different sizes, and colours. Here it is at the beginning stages where the pieces have been cut, and placed on a large board, where I work on the design.


Some of the materials have been purchased from a shop in Southport that has a great selection of fabrics, 
called Crafts and Quilts. www.craftsandquilts.net

I visited  Bourton on the Water, in The Cotswolds this week and was pleased to find a lovely little store called The Bourton Basket. www.bourtonbasket.com So I just had to go in, and bought a couple of fat quarters to add to the above quilt.
Enjoy the sunshine! I am now going over to Handmade Monday to see what everyone has been making.
I have been reading through the posts these past few hectic weeks and will do my best  to add some comments.
Wendy x 

20 comments:

  1. That little birdie is too cute!

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    1. I just might make him some more feathered friends. I am enjoying embroidering little bits and pieces for a change.
      Wendy x

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  2. Lots of lovely makes and all with such gorgeous material. our quilt looks so lovely. Hope you have a good week.

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    1. Thanks. I like the seed of an idea gradually moving through stages until I think it's finished, and changing other parts until I am pleased with the result.
      You have a great week too!
      Wendy x

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  3. What a lot of pretty makes! That bunting is gorgeous - and I LOVE the embroidery!!! :-)
    Carly
    x

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    1. Thank you. I am off to get my sunglasses and play that George Harrison song...
      Wendy x

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  4. All so pretty and cheerful. The embroidery is also my favourite. Isn't it lovely to see the sun and feel some warm on your back for a change? xx

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    1. I quite fancy a few days sewing outside, with Maddy dog mooching around the garden. Actually a few weeks would be lovely. Not long before Cornwall now...
      Wendy x

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  5. Good grief - you're making me feel very lazy with your springtime burst of energy.. what lovely makes - the embroidery is ooo cute and charming Sue x

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    1. Thank you. I have no problem with the creative side of things, it's the sewing/domesticity....equasion. Sewing usually wins!
      Wendy x

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  6. Blimey, you have been busy! I love the embroidery hoop, it's really pretty. And your vintage fabrics are wonderful x

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    1. Thanks. Must collect some more hoops now. The fabrics I picked up at an antique centre in Lancaster.
      Wendy x

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  7. Your bunting looks wonderful. I'm glad to see you made another embroidered hoop. They are so pretty I'm sure they'll be a great seller.
    Ali x

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    1. Thanks. I picked up some more hoops, I think I might do some based on a sea-side theme since hopefully Summer will be with us soon!
      Wendy x

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  8. The embroidered hoop is lovely and I like your fabric combination for your latest quilt. Happy crafting :-)

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    1. Thankyou. The quilt is getting there. It's one of my favourites.
      Wendy x

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  9. The bunting in the shed is really eye catching. I keep meaning to make some for my work room. One fine day !!!!

    The embroidery hoop is gorgeous. I love the little bird.

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    1. Thanks. Bunting is a great way to use up smaller fabric pieces, and it adds colour and cheer to wherever its strung up. Your work room will thank you for it!
      Wendy x

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  10. dear Wendy...regarding *Blanket* I am afraid she is not for sale so sorry ...I am having a minor inner conflict as my inspiration is obviously from Julie arkell...ethically I am not sure if I should sell these new creations as I don't want to seem to be copying someones work for my own profit...I am in a quandry as several people have asked to buy her!! I would appreciate you thoughts on this as have so enjoyed making her and LOVE her...my email is hettiebrown@googlemail.com ...if you get a minute
    love sophie xx

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  11. I gave you the wrong email sorry!! hettiebrown @outlook.com

    x

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