Yep, I went stash diving and ended up busting some outta bondage and into the light of day. First up, I made a couple of tote bags.
Some of you may remember my trying to use up a pre-quilted whole cloth chunk of quilt I was given and that I added several of the doilies from my stash to it. I finally used up the rest of it to make this....
I was stash diving and came across some brown upholstery sample squares I've had for ages and thought I should be able to make something out of them. Also came across a piece of chocolate-themed fabric and decided another tote bag might be a good use for at least some of it......
Two more things going in the Christmas box!
And while I was putzing about with the upholstery fabric sample squares I realized I had just enough to make this cute little pillow cover for our grandson....
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| Measures about 16" square |
Today's quote..."This is the beginning of a new day. You have been given this day to use as you will. You can waste it or use it for good. What you do today is important because you are exchanging a day of your life for it. When tomorrow comes, this day will be gone forever. In its place is something that you have left behind. Let it be something good"
Nice improvising/stash busting!
ReplyDeleteI like the quilted runner link, good ideas, especially the geometric style and the sno ball block runner, thanks for sharing.
I was thinking of you when I posted the runner link Janie - thought it might spark and idea or two for you.
DeleteSome great stash busting inspirations & ideas here! Love the doily bag. I didn't make it to AQS this year even though we were down there. Thanks for the peek.
ReplyDeleteI'm on a huge stash busting kick lately so it's always good to get rid of some of it. Tote bags are always a good gift so it's a win/win.
DeleteCute totes!--great use of your upholstery fabrics--must make a really sturdy bag...that last quilt is amazing--talk about a ton of hours--right? waaaay beyond my abilities for sure--;))) hugs, Julierose
ReplyDeleteThank you for the visit Julierose! And yes, that quilt is way beyond most people's abilities I suspect. Certainly way out of mine anyway!!
DeleteYou are a busy person! That bird quilt is amazing.
ReplyDeleteI can't stand being idle so I spent probably way too many hours creating things. And yes that quilt IS amazing - something I really wish I could see in person.
DeleteThe bear pillow is killing me with cuteness!
ReplyDeleteOh dear - I'm not sure that's a good thing? He IS cute though, I have to admit.
DeleteFabulous bags, Mary Anne and the bear pillow is so cute. Congratulations on the happy news of another grand baby joining your family. =) Wonderful news indeed!
ReplyDeleteI almost wish I could keep the bear pillow for myself, but we certainly don't need any more pillows. And thank you for the congrats - we're pretty happy.
DeleteGreat bags Mary Anne!
ReplyDeleteThe bird quilt is amazing!
Thank you for sharing.
Hugs,
Barbara xx
Thanks Barbara. That bird quilt certainly caught my eye - it's no wonder it won an award!
DeleteThese are pretty and cute bags, Mary Anne! I'm curious about the doilies... Are they tacked down other that around the edges. That makes for a lovely, rich design. And the little bear pillow cover - that is so creative!
ReplyDeleteThanks Becki. The doilies were zig zag stitched around the edges and then I ran the stitching back and forth (round and round?) until I felt they were secure enough not to get caught and tear. Used matching thread so it doesn't show.
DeleteI love the quilted bag with added doilies! It looks like a companion piece for a quilted clutch/project bag I bought from Sally, the lovely "Crafts Cavies and Cooking" blogger! It's so pretty I haven't used it yet, but I do enjoy taking it out to admire - and someday I'll have a special project or purpose for it :)
ReplyDeleteThe quilted bag was a case of trying to use up some stash. I was gifted with a chunk of a whole cloth quilt (commercially made by the look of it) and it roosted in my stash for years. Finally hit upon the idea of adding the doilies, thinking I would make a table runner. Turned out miserably, so I chopped it up again and made this bag.
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