Project Peek of the Week..."Suppers on the Porch"

 Hey y'all...hope you had a great weekend. I've been enjoying my new pattern "Suppers on the Porch" & I'm so excited to share w/y'all. I love the 10" fabric collection "Porch Swing" by Riley Blake Designs that I recently received from Missouri Star Quilt Co. The fabric hues & sweet birds inspired my design. I love birds...I love to hear them sing...my fondest memories are with my grandson always telling me what birds pop up for the season. I enjoy gathering outside & eating. It's a very relaxed way to entertain that I feel everyone enjoys. My design "Suppers on the Porch" is a "Fun-ctional Table Decor" for entertaining. This is such a fun project using the MSQC templates "Spring Icons Bird & Octagon Lrg. Med. & Sm Templates. You will definitely enjoy this "Scrap-a-long" if you love birds as much as I do. It's super easy & my technique is very therapeutic too. I like to call it my "Scrapin like crazy" :-) You will be doing some fun "a-play-queing" too! I'm listing the items needed & you can save 20% off $50. or more for the month of April from MSQC. Also wanted to share that we "giveaway items" w/ MSQC on Facebook & Instagram so please follow me so you don't miss out. Well, I hope you're ready for a "Fun-ctional Scrap-a-long" this week." Thanks so much for following & talk soon!

Blessed Quilting from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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Here's all you need....

* Riley Blake "Porch Swing" 10" pkg. from MSQC

* Spring Icons Bird Templates & Octagon Templates (Sm, Med. Lrg.) by MSQC

* Coordinating thread ( I use Aurifil 50 weight )

* Low-loft batting

* Insul-Bright

Talk soon,

Cat

Happy National Scissor Day & Give-a-Way!

 Hey quilter's...hope your weekend is off to a great start. I'm thrilled to share this giveaway with you to celebrate National Scissor Day from Missouri Star Quilt Company. MSQC sent their affiliates us "Amelia 8" Scissors" one to keep & one to giveaway. Sew exciting! All you need to do for my giveaway is Follow my "Ihearditthroughthequiltvine" page (link upper right on home page) & all the details are listed on today's post. I'll be giving a way one of these awesome scissors. You have until 4-14-24 by midnight to enter...open to U.S. residents please. All info is listed to enter. These scissors have a 5 Star Rating...textured non-slip handle provides a comfortable grip...super-cute reusable packing for storage & on the go crafting...plastic sleeve for protection....so lightweight & sharp cutting edge that I recently cut through the Lemon Canvas fabric from Art Gallery Fabrics with ease. Trust me,,.with my "arthritic fingers" that' s very important. I used them left & right-handed too! I hope you pop on over to my Facebook page & enter to win. This would make a great "Mother's Day gift...Birthday or just because I love you". My link to MSQC will save you 20% off $50. or more for the month of April. Thanks so much for following & check back soon for more fun & exciting times ahead on "I heard it through the quilt-vine blog!" Talk soon :-)

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Cat

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Scrap-y Garden Apron..."Left-over Lovin' w/Art Gallery Fabrics"

 Hey quilter's...it's finally Friday! Well here's a  super fun project for the weekend. You know just in case you don't have anything to do already. :-) Y'all, I had a left-over piece of this gorgeous fabric from making the Aprons & I had to make something that was practical too. My scrap piece was only 23 x 28 & I turned it into a "Scrap-y Garden Apron" for my daughter. Oh my gosh...I'm pretty happy with how this came together so fast & easy. No pattern used,,,I just winged it :-) But I will say the canvas fabric by Art Gallery Fabrics makes the design. I'm in love with this fabric & I definitely see making more gifts from this gorgeous fabric in my future. This gardening apron would make a great Mother's Day gift or birthday gift or any occasion...it's sew cute! If you are lucky to have a scrap piece of fabric a bit larger than I would probably make my straps longer. I used what I had but will say it still tied great. As always adjust the size to your needs...it's that easy! Oh, before I forget...please follow me on Facebook tomorrow (Saturday)...we have something special happening w/Missouri Star Quilt Co. Speaking of MSQC ....my link will save you 20% off $50. or more for the month of April. I hope you make this super easy garden apron for someone special or you :-) Thanks so much for following & talk soon!

Blessed Quilting from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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Scrap-y Garden Apron & Chuck loves it too!...

Note....Finished size is 12 x 20 1/4 ...adjust instructions to your "scrap piece" :-)

* Rotary cut scrap to 15 x 22 1/2

Sides & bottom hem...

* Fold over 1" to the back & press. 

* Fold in half again...press...top stitch on front to secure fold.

Tip...I do a "double seam" for reinforcement plus gives a "professional look" :-)

* Repeat step for both sides & bottom hem.

Top Band...

* Fold over fabric 2" to back side & press. 

* Fold under 1/2 " press.

* Top stitch on front (makes the 1 1/2" band) double seam for that professional look!

Note...Pic below is the back side of apron of how seams align :-) Fabric super easy to sew!

Straps...

* Rotary cut a 3" x 22 1/2 scrap piece (or to your desired length)

* Fold in half length wise & press.

* Fold sides in 1/4 " to hide your raw edge. Press.

* Top stitch on front to secure fold. Double seam when stitching if desired.

* Sew straps to left/right side of apron. Align the straps w/the mock waist band on wrong side of apron...Pin or clip to secure. Sew seam on front & reinforce seam as you start/stop. Double seam to reinforce the straps plus still keeping that professional look as well. :-)

Pocket...

* Rotary cut 8 x 17" from scrap.

* Fold over sides 1" to back side of fabric. Press.

* Fold in half again to secure raw edge & top stitch on front. Top stitch on front to secure fold.

* Repeat same step for bottom hem.

* Align pocket as desired on apron front. Pin to secure.

Tip...I folded the apron in half for centering & aligned the pocket w/the apron bottom edge.

* Starting at upper right of pocket. Top stitch around pocket to secure to apron. Double stitch to secure & keep the professional look :-)

3 Individual pockets...

* This is a personal preference. I made 3 individual pockets to hold gardening/cell phone items.

* All you do is divide the pocket as desir3ed &  mark w/ a disappearing pen/pencil

Tip...I marked 2 lines 5" in from left/right side which gave me 3 pockets :-)

* Sew on that line...back stitch at top/bottom to reinforce pockets. 

* Erase lines per manufacturer's directions.

Well, you did it! I hope you enjoyed making this "fun-ctional" project. If you're giving as a gift, you can stuff items in pockets...super cute gift! :-) 

Of course, I had to add "Forget Me Not Seeds"...carrying on the tradition of what my late Mother-in-law did to me...I'm sure you read in previous post of "quilting it forward." :-) 

Thanks for following & check back soon for more "fun-ctional projects." 

Talk soon,

Cat

"Better Together Aprons"...You're Never 2 old 4 Mother/Daughter Aprons!

 Hey quilter's...hope y'all are having a great week & hopefully enjoying spring weather. Geez this has been a crazy start to spring. Prayers for everyone having a difficult time. I wanted to share with y'all this fun & easy pattern by Missouri Star Quilt Co. Oh my gosh it's super easy to follow along plus the pattern is very versatile. Just change up the fabric & adjust the size for Mother/Son aprons too. I made one for my daughter and me too. We might be a bit "older" now but you're never 2 old for matching aprons. I can't wait to pack mine along when we get together and have fun in the kitchen. As you can see in the pick the Sage Yuma Lemon Canvas fabric is the perfect complement especially if you love lemons like we do. This fabric by Art Gallery Fabrics is so easy to sew with that I made the straps out of the same fabric. Of course, you can buy the cotton twill tape which is stated on the pattern project supplies. But I love when fabric quality is great that it inspires me to "step out of my comfort" zone. That was my goal for this year...not to rush a project & to challenge myself and learn new techniques. I hope you make this super easy apron pattern. It would definitely make a great Mother's Day gift.... Graduation gift...Birthday gift or just "Because I Love You." Don't forget to make one for yourself too :-) You save 20% off $50. or more for the month of April on supplies w/my link from MSQC. I thank y'all so much for following and check back soon for more "fun-ctional projects." Enjoy!

Blessed Quilting from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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"Better Together Aprons" pattern by Missouri Star Quilt Company...

Chuck loves his apron too :-)

"Make Something Today"...April projects & discount w/MSQC :-)

 Hey quilter's....hope your weekend is off to a great start & weather is being kind. I wanted to share some exciting items with y'all from Missouri Star Quilt Co. I know with Mother's Day approaching...graduation...birthdays we're always trying to think of a special gift to give. I will say I'm lovin' the "Quilter's Project Case" & large storage box by MSQC. Oh my gosh....the plastic box is perfect for stacking and storing your projects...aka "U.F.O's" in then take your projects in this super cute Project case to your "quilt retreat" or quilt club. Oh my gosh you'll be the envy of everyone! The project case is very lightweight but organized compartments within for your supplies along with the option of a strap for the over the shoulder fashion. Plus, the plastic storage bin has a lip for you to hold and carry too. The plastic bin does not fit inside the project case due to size but take it along if needed. You'll be so organized and ready to have fun! The greatest news is MSQC extended the discount for 20% off $50. or more for the month of April. I know I'm making my list for upcoming gifts. Seems like the summer is when everyone is having birthday's and wouldn't this make a sweet gift. I also have some fun-ctional projects happening soon with "Porch Swing" 10" stackers by Riley Blake Designs & Sage Yuma lemons canvas fabric by Art Gallery Fabrics. Plus, y'all know me....I'm sneaking in a super sweet design using the "Nesting Bird template" by MSQC. We excited to share all these projects w/y'all. Spring is in the air and these projects will definitely get you in the spirit especially if you're still dealing with this crazy weather! :-) Thanks so much for following & talk soon!

Blessed Quilting from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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Project Progress..."Scrappy-Heirloom-Hexagon Table Decor'"

 Hey quilter's...hope y'all had a great Easter weekend. It was a quiet one here but relaxing and that was definitely needed. Being away from the family is hard but especially during a Holiday. Still trying to get back home to Texas but the market is still a bit crazy. If I could turn back time as they say but then we wouldn't have had the last few years with his mom. So, pray market calms down so I can get closer to my family again. Lord this has been the craziest 3 yrs. of my life. On that note we all know I preach "thread and fabric therapy." I think having something to focus on even if it's for a few minutes is super important. Truth be told, I went through a faze when I first found out about my bones deuterating of feeling sorry for myself then I remembered my dad's words..."don't get upset over things you can't change." Words of wisdom that keeps me going daily! My sewing and quilting have always been my passion...hobby but in all reality...my life saver. But this year I wanted to challenge myself. So, I'm doing the "Summer Strolls Block of the Month" w/ Missouri Star Quilt Co. & my newfound love of embroidery again. Yes, I say again because I haven't embroidered in quite a long time. I was taught as a child from my grandmother...mostly to keep me sitting still for a while :-) the I did small projects as an adult. I always monogramed my dad's "hankies" for his Christmas gift. Fun memories. The kit "Ingrid's Wildflowers Heirloom Embroidery Kit" by Missouri Star Quilt Co. has been wonderful for me. It has taught me to take time to relax...think about things that are truly important. Besides the kit being so wonderful with so many possibilities the history behind the designs are so sweet. You will feel "Ingrids" love with every stitch you take. I have a hard time sitting for long periods...we all know my "timer" in previous post but here's a funny if you're situation is like mine. I cut a strand about 16" long and because I take my time at embroidery that equals about 10 minutes of stitching then my thread runs out. I know to get up walk around a while before starting my next strand. Sounds crazy but let me tell ya it works. I always say don't give up on what you love just figure out what works best for you. So, on that note the pic below shows the progress I'm making on the "fun-ctional table decor." I've made 3 for my runner but if you want yours large just embroider a few more "blocks." You'll see this coming week why they are "individual blocks." Hint...hint :-) Well MSQC has graciously extended their discount of 20% off $50. or more (no limit of use) for the month of April. The "Ingrids Wildflowers" embroidery kit can be pre-ordered on MSQC website, and I have to say it would make a great gift for any occasion or just because "I love you." Phase 2 is coming soon of my "fun-ctional table decor." I thank y'all so much for following and check back soon for more exciting events. Enjoy!

Blessed Quilting from My Home to Yours,

Cat

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Not perfect but sew much fun!...

"Quilt Town Mini Travel Sewing Tin" by Missouri Star Quilt Co.

 Hey quilter's...hope you're having a great week. I'm excited to share with y'all this super cute mini traveling sewing kit by MSQC. Oh my gosh y'all...it's 4 3/4 x 3 3/4 x 1 1/4 the perfect traveling size and comes in this adorable tin. The kit includes mini rotary cutter, mini scissors, thimble, seam ripper & floss cards. This would make a great Mother's Day gift...graduation gift or just because "I love You Gift." I just "gifted" one on my Facebook page so keep that in mind if you're not already following me on Facebook. :-) I love Missouri Star Quilt Co...and celebrating National Quilting Month you can save 20% off $50. or more with my link (upper right on home page) It's also "Quilt Town Fabrics" one year anniversary and you can see w/my pic below of "Party Points Table Runner" of how versatile & fun this fabric collection is...endless quilt-a-bilities! Check out MSQC website for all the stunning fabrics...tutorials & daily deals. Please follow me so you can keep up with all the fun promotions from MSQC & what I'm up too! :-)

Blessed Quilting,

Cat 

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