Clover & Violet

Patchwork Pillow, Pincushion and Notion Holder, Plus!

May 24, 2013 by Clara 10 Comments

Although the Covert Robin gift exchange wrapped up a little while ago, not all gifts made it to their destination. So Jennie and I had the opportunity to send some special gifts to Connie, we thought we would share them here with you.

We had so much fun and hopefully she will enjoy her package when it arrives in the mail!

First is one of my favorite, fun magazines Mollie Makes, each and every one of these magazines are so cute and filled with the sweetest ideas and projects. Look at those puppies, and the little bird felt project that is included!!

This is the pincushion and notion holder I made for some notions that can be used while traveling or just about anywhere you may be sewing or stitching. The fabric I used is Verna by Kate Spain, I still love it!!

Next, I included some of my favorite notions. I use all of these items almost every day that I sew, either with my machine or by hand.

A couple of patterns.

Now, for the best and final gift, this sweet patchwork pillow that Jennie made! Isn’t it so cute, I could see one on a chair in my house, hint, hint!!

These are a few of the things we have been sewing up lately and for a special reason.

Have a great weekend!

Filed Under: Everything Else, Pincushion

Small Hexi- Bag

May 22, 2013 by Clara 13 Comments

I have been steadily working on finishing up (most of ) my projects before starting something new. It has been a little challenging but I am loving the results.

This is the little bag I made for my mom, who is having a birthday soon.

It has a zipper pocket and another small pocket inside.

I made a cross-body bag handle for ease of wearing.

I hope she likes it, because it sure was fun making it with her in mind!!

Something I have really been enjoying is seeing all the Spring Quilt Market photos, such gorgeous booths and new fabric lines to look forward to. Plus all the new quilt patterns too! What are your favorites? I can’t wait till Scrumptious by Bonnie and Camille is available!

Have a great day!

Filed Under: Bags, Quilty Stuff

Announcing – A Season by Hand {Summer Series}

May 20, 2013 by Jennie 23 Comments

Of course, I’ve talked about moving a bit already, but the days are really starting to count down! Since we don’t know when exactly we’ll be getting a house, I may not have access to my sewing machine for quite a while {gasp!}, but, it got me thinking that this may be the perfect opportunity to do some handwork.

So, I’ve gathered some blogging friends to help with the inspiration, they’ll each be showcasing a hand work project {or something with a hand worked element} here on the blog.

Starting June 3rd, every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday we’ll have a post by a different designer or blogger with an inspirational post, and some will be sharing tutorials too {check !

And, if you’re interested in making something by hand, there are some great prizes in it for you too! I’m working on gathering some fabulous sponsors, and there will be a linky starting July 26th to show off the things you’ve made by hand during the months of June and July, and qualify for a chance to win some fun prizes {further details to come}!

Here are some of our sponsors, I’m still working on gathering some more, so if you own a fabric shop or design patterns, and are interested in sponsoring, please contact us for more details!

I hope you’re as excited as I am to make something by hand this summer! Check back June 3rd for full details!

Filed Under: A Season by Hand

Blogger’s Quilt Festival {Spring 2013}

May 17, 2013 by Clara 22 Comments

If you’re visiting from the Blogger’s Quilt Festival, welcome! We’re excited to be a part of this fun link up all over the quilting blogs. We’d love for you to take a look around and stay if you’d like.

This is my first time submitting a quilt! I am excited for two reasons, first having a quilt to submit and secondly having another quilt all finished. This quilt has been a long time in the coming, I started this quilt when Fresh Cottons was just out from Fig Tree Quilts. It remains one of my favorite lines of theirs. The quilt pattern is from a magazine and is a picnic quilt. Just in time for some Summer picnics.

The colors are so soft and the floral prints, I love them!

Of course, the cherries are a favorite too! They have a new quilt pattern with cherries, it is called Cherry Pie, I have been eying it for another quilt! Maybe when I have a few more finished I can start another one.

I used the green backing, now I think that if I was choosing I may go with the other green color. It’s funny how my favorites shift over time. Love the polka dot and roses for the binding.

Thank you for visiting us and we sure do appreciate all your kind comments and for reading our blog, even when it sits still for a few days!!

Quilt Stats:

Finished quilt measures : 55″ x 59″

Fabrics : Fresh Cottons by Fig Tree Quilts

Quilted by : Me!

Category : Throw Quilts

Filed Under: Finishes, Quilts, Quilty Stuff

The Ups and Downs {and a discount!}

May 16, 2013 by Jennie 14 Comments

As everyone heads off to quilt market {not us this year, maybe someday we won’t be moving or having babies and actually get to go!}, I was going to post about some of the bags we’re sending in our place. Then, yesterday we got a bit of a disappointing e-mail.

Last July we were asked to contribute an embroidery quilt to a book for babies and toddlers. The quilt was due March 1st. We designed a quilt, submitted it, and it was received warmly. Sadly, the e-mail we received yesterday said the book was being cancelled. Now, we’re trying to decide what exactly we’re going to do with this quilt. Publish it in the company’s magazine next February, sell it as a pattern, or offer it as a block of the month program that people could purchase a subscription to.

So, if you’re tempted to think everything is always working out perfectly, it isn’t. But that’s okay, we’ll grow because of it, right?

Now, let’s get on to the good stuff, here are the lovely bags we’re sending to the Anna Griffin/Blend Fabrics booth this spring!

First, this is the Lizzy bag made out of Anna Griffin’s Eleanor fabric. We used Fusible Fleece on the outer to give is a nice shape, and couldn’t be happier. This pattern is great for someone with a little sewing knowledge who is just starting to make bags, and it is stash friendly, requiring only one yard of fabric to complete!

This is the Lousia bag, made with Amanda Murphy’s Bonjour Mon Ami. The Louisa bag is a great size for everyday use, especially with the side ties which allow one to adjust size as needed. I’ve been carrying mine for almost a year and am sad to say it is coffee stained from so much use!

Finally, our most popular pattern, the Anne handbag out of Josephine Kimberling’s Field Day. I think this is my favorite of the three, I really love the colors, and Josephine Kimberling is fast becoming a favorite designer. I really like her perspective and color combinations.

Not at quilt market either? Maybe make a bag instead, our coupon notatmarketspring13 is good for 30% off PDF patterns all weekend!

Even though there are bumps in the road, we genuinely appreciate each of you and your encouragement and support!

Filed Under: Anna Griffin, Bags, Blend Fabrics, Everything Else, Patterns

Maternity Skirt with Knit Waistband

May 12, 2013 by Jennie 11 Comments

First, the Sew, Mama, Sew Giveaway winner has been announced on the original post! I’ve been wanting to make myself some fun skirts for quite a while {I’ve been hoarding saving this Echo by Lotta Jansdotter for quite a while with a skirt in mind! Oh, and as an aside, I have sparingly used this [...]

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Filed Under: Clothes

The Stella Diaper Bag Pattern Release

May 9, 2013 by Jennie 16 Comments

We’re excited to finally release the Stella diaper bag pattern! Styled like a classic diaper bag, the Stella bag is large enough to carry everything you need for baby {or yourself!}, but still looks stylish enough to be used by anyone, not just moms. It has six large outside pockets as well as several inside [...]

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Filed Under: Bags, Blend Fabrics, Patterns, Shop

New Shop and Pellon Projects

May 8, 2013 by Jennie 11 Comments

It seems like everything is happening at once these days {and my finding time to blog is sparce}, so I want to share a couple new things with you today! First, we’re so excited to announce that our shop is now live on our site! Our main reason for moving to WordPress last year was [...]

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Filed Under: Free Patterns, Patterns, Pellon Projects, Shop, Travels

Sew, Mama, Sew Giveaway Day and Quilt Story

May 6, 2013 by Jennie

Giveaway is now closed, winner is #212, ritainalaska! Congratulations, you’ll be receiving an e-mail later today {or you can e-mail us your info if you see this first!}! It’s Sew, Mama, Sew Giveaway Day, hooray! We love to participate in all of the lovely giveaways that happen all over the quilting and crafting blogs! If [...]

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Filed Under: Giveaway, Quilts, Quilty Stuff, Scrappy

Covert Robin Prize Winners

May 4, 2013 by Clara 1 Comment

The Covert Robin is almost all wrappyed up, but today we’re sharing the prize winners the covert robin! It was so fun to see what everyone made and sent each other! From the participants who linked up their posts, the lucky winners are… winner of a vintage sheet fat quarter pack from Cassie (elegantitus) is: Shannon [...]

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Filed Under: Swaps