March Madness

My apologies for not blogging as often as I should folks. Things have been busy around here the past few weeks. Lots of sewing and quality family time.

I finished my Pattern Pact for March, the O + S Popover Sundress. This dress was very easy to sew. I made a second one (not photo yet, very windy here lately) and have a third cut out. I can't wait for warmer weather so that the girls can model them.

This one is a size 6 for our friends daughter who lives upstairs.

Here's a peek at the contrast stitching on the yoke and ties.

And it wouldn't be complete without a label.

I've also been practicing paper piecing and doing a fair amount of scrap busting. I made a couple of potholders, hot pads and a plastic bag holder for my cousin and his new bride. All of which I did not get photos of before gifting them. I am happy to report that they were well received and match the napkins I made them for their shower.

This month is my birthday month. My birthday was used as an excuse for lots of stash building which I'll post about sometime this week. This year was the first year I didn't really want to make a big deal out of my birthday. 27 doesn't seem to be a very monumental year, but who knows.

Doll Quilt

Our sweet little neighbor is the proud owner of one of the Black Apple dolls I made last year. She has named her Penny and she is well-loved. Penny is her best friend and bedtime pal.

Since we live in New England I thought it would be nice for Penny to have a little quilt of her own for those cold nights. Our neighbor loved it and immediately put it to use.

I enjoyed making this quilt because the top was made completely from scraps. It was a lot of fun going through my scrap basket for these prints. I've come to find scrap busting projects quite pleasing. I backed it with Michael Miller's Dick and Jane Phrases. I sewed it pillowcase style then edge stitched it closed and used rounded corners.

We rang in the first of the year having a few good friends over for dinner and delicious Kahlua trifle. Good food, good friends and adorable babies, it was a great way to ring in the start of 2011.

My only resolution is to be more productive, in all areas. Basically I've cranked my Super Mom meter to turbo. So far the cubs are happier, Papa Bear is happier and I feel a greater sense of accomplishment because everyone is having their needs met.

I've completed a few other projects but can not put them up until the recipients have received them (I believe they all follow my blog). I am very late on Christmas presents this year (tisk tisk). I will share them once it is safe.