Showing posts with label 2017. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 2017. Show all posts

December 29, 2017

Best of 2017 | 2018 Planning Party | Finished or Not Friday Linky Party!

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Welcome to Finished or Not Friday where you can share your finished {or not} projects!

My favorites of 2017 include:

Hexa Daisy Lap Quilt


Jolly Bar Jazz Twin Quilt, a Fat Quarter Shop Shortcut Quilt.  Get the free pattern!



Ski to Sea Queen Quilt


Mini Charm Chocolates Lap Quilt, a Fat Quarter Shop Shortcut quilt.  Get the free pattern!


Three Cuzco 16-Patch Lap Quilts


Sugar Plum Lap Quilt, which took First Place in the Sugar Plum Block Challenge!  Get the free block pattern!


2017 Stats:


  • 10 Baby Quilts
  • 20 Lap Quilts
  • 7 Twin Quilts
  • 8 Queen Quilts
  • 3 King Quilts
  • 48 Quilts Total
  • 6 Custom Quilts (included in totals above)
  • 5 Custom Quilting for others
  • Released 5 New Patterns
  • 135 blog posts
  • Hosted 2 Quilt Alongs, Postcard From Sweden and Splash of Color
  • Hosted 2017 Quilt Along Linky
  • Hosted Finished or Not Friday Linky Party
Link up your Best of 2017 at Meadow Mist Designs!



2018 Planning Party


  • My biggest change for 2018 is that I will no longer be making custom quilts.
  • Stash usage ... for real this time ... aiming to clear out fabric and then move toward a rainbow of blender fabrics, buying only for background and backings.  Having a subscription to FQS's Sew Sampler Boxes is a real treat every month when the mystery box arrives and really helps keep spending in check!
  • Making more quilts from my Pinterest boards.
  • Moving to self-hosted wordpress blog with storefront (2018-2019 project).
  • Pattern designing for my own line as well as Craftsy.
  • Exploring having paper patterns printed.
  • Making quilts for blog hops - I'd love to participate in your book releases.
  • Fat Quarter Shop Quilt Alongs.
  • Finished or Not Friday Linky Parties will continue.
  • Hosting 2018 Quilt Along Linky.  Check it out!
  • Keeping track of everything in my 2018 Quilter's Planner.  I'm excited to keep track of my many projects and deadlines on paper instead of just in my head.
  • And more!
Link up your 2018 plans at Quilting Jetgirl's #2018PlanningParty!

2018 Planning Party

If you want your quilt featured here next week, be sure to put a link back to this post in your post or sidebar, or tag @busyhandsquilts on Instagram, AND link directly to your blog post so I don't have to hunt it down.

Craftsy's Winter Clearance Sale is in full swing!  Save up to 70% off kits and supplies while supplies last.  I've been watching, and some of my favorites are selling out.  Since it's still 2017, I can buy more fabric, right?!?


I'm having a Year-End Sale in my pattern shop!  Stock up with patterns for your winter sewing today!




It's your turn to share your finish {or not}!  What's welcome at this party?  
  • Any in-progress or finished project made with fabric, yarn, or thread.
  • Projects from this week only.
  • ♥ ♥ PLEASE!  Link to the actual blog post, not your home page.  
  • LINK BACK with the Finished or Not Friday button or a text link.
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December 15, 2017

Custom King Oh My Darling Quilt | Finished or Not Friday Linky Party + TGIFF!

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Welcome to Finished or Not Friday where you can share your finished {or not} projects!  Today you'll also find Thank Goodness It's Finished Friday here!

My Finish is a custom king size Oh My Darling in oranges and blues!  The fabric pull was based on Sweet Marion with the aquas and pinks excluded and other fabrics added.


Oh My Darling is an original design of mine and is available for purchase in my pattern shop.  


This quilt is truly double sided quilt with the beautiful quilting design able to shine through so well on the snow white backing.  Of course the front only shows through because this picture was taken in the sun.



This quilt was made as a custom order through my Etsy shop.

Quilt Stats:

Pattern:  Oh My Darling!
Size:  114" x 94"
Fabric:  Sweet Marion by April Rosenthal for Moda and other prints
Batting:  Quilter's Dream Wool
Quilting:  Daisypower on Gratitude in white thread
Backing:  Kona Snow extra wide.





Last week's feature!


Many of you do not link back to this linky party, in which case your project won't be featured here!!



If you want your quilt featured here next week, be sure to put a link back to this post in your post or sidebar, or tag @busyhandsquilts on Instagram, AND link directly to your blog post so I don't have to hunt it down.





The winner of the Quilty Box was Christi!


It's your turn to share your finish {or not}!  What's welcome at this party?  
  • Any in-progress or finished project made with fabric, yarn, or thread.
  • Projects from this week only.
  • ♥ ♥ PLEASE!  Link to the actual blog post, not your home page.  
  • LINK BACK with the Finished or Not Friday button or a text link.
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December 8, 2017

Falling Stars in Boundless Blenders | Finished or Not Friday Linky Party!

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Welcome to Finished or Not Friday where you can share your finished {or not} projects!

My Finish is a twin size Falling Stars!


The pictures don't really capture the glow that the quilt has.  The Boundless Blenders just sparkle!


This fabric has been cut and awaiting sewing for over a year!



Quilt Stats:

Pattern:  Falling Stars, a pattern of mine.
Size:  70" x 90"
Fabric:  Boundless Blenders
Batting:  Hobbs Heirloom 80/20 cotton/poly
Quilting:  Celtic Sea on Gratitude in gray thread
Backing:  Extra wide gray.

Here is Falling Stars in other colorways.





Last week's feature!


Many of you do not link back to this linky party, in which case your project won't be featured here!!



If you want your quilt featured here next week, be sure to put a link back to this post in your post or sidebar, or tag @busyhandsquilts on Instagram, AND link directly to your blog post so I don't have to hunt it down.


The winner of the Quilty Box is Christi!


It's your turn to share your finish {or not}!  What's welcome at this party?  
  • Any in-progress or finished project made with fabric, yarn, or thread.
  • Projects from this week only.
  • ♥ ♥ PLEASE!  Link to the actual blog post, not your home page.  
  • LINK BACK with the Finished or Not Friday button or a text link.
Finished or Not Friday at Busy Hands Quilts

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December 1, 2017

Custom Sweet Marion Patchwork Quilt | Finished or Not Friday Linky Party!

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Welcome to Finished or Not Friday where you can share your finished {or not} projects!

My Finish is a custom queen size patchwork quilt in Sweet Marion!  Oh my, this is the sweetest fabric collection!  I just love the navys, aquas, corals and pinks together.


This quilt is truly double sided quilt with the beautiful quilting design able to shine through so well on the bubble gum pink backing.


This quilt was made as a custom order through my Etsy shop.

Quilt Stats:

Pattern:  Patchwork squares
Size:  93" square
Fabric:  Sweet Marion by April Rosenthal for Moda
Batting:  Hobbs Heirloom 80/20 cotton/poly
Quilting:  Feathered flowers on Gratitude in white thread
Backing:  Moda Bella in Bubble Gum

Last week's feature!


Many of you do not link back to this linky party, in which case your project won't be featured here!!



If you want your quilt featured here next week, be sure to put a link back to this post in your post or sidebar, or tag @busyhandsquilts on Instagram, AND link directly to your blog post so I don't have to hunt it down.



I've been showing you peeks at what is inside the Handmade With Love Super Bundle, and here's what I've shown so far.  This is only a very small sampling of the 200+ patterns and courses, not to mention the bonus 6-month digital subscription to Make Modern magazine!



These 6 quilt patterns are valued at $66 retail and are included in the $29.97 price of the Handmade With Love Super Bundle!  Folks, it's too good to miss!



Another quilting feature included in the Handmade With Love Super Bundle is a Solids e-book which includes 5 patterns for beginners and advanced beginners.  


Also included in the Bundle is a video course on how to make a crochet rug.  This is the perfect use of quilt backing scraps that are so long!  This is on my to-do list!

Get your Bundle today, so you can crochet along with me!

The Bundle is only available through December 4th!


It's your turn to share your finish {or not}!  What's welcome at this party?  
  • Any in-progress or finished project made with fabric, yarn, or thread.
  • Projects from this week only.
  • ♥ ♥ PLEASE!  Link to the actual blog post, not your home page.  
  • LINK BACK with the Finished or Not Friday button or a text link.
Finished or Not Friday at Busy Hands Quilts

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November 29, 2017

Lucent Quilt + How to Get a FREE Craftsy Course of Your Choice!

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Meet Lucent, a queen size radiant star quilt!  I am in ♥!  This is one of those quilts that during the assembly process I thought, "Uh oh, what have I done?"  I grabbed the wrong pieces and sewed on my merry way, and by the time I noticed, it was too late to change it.  But it turned out smashing anyway!  Lesson learned - don't give up - what you think is a mistake may not really be one!!


Quilt Stats:

Pattern:  Lucent by Quilting JetGirl
Size:  93" square, enlarged from the pattern with a border
Fabric:  Simply Color by V and Co. with Kona White
Batting:  Hobbs Heirloom 80/20
Quilting:  Cakewalk, a meandering loopy design, on Gratitude
Backing:  Gray medallion extra wide.

Lucent also comes with instructions for a smaller size and is written by Quilting JetGirl.  Three of her best-selling quilt patterns are included in the Handmade With Love Super Bundle!  

Lucent ... Triangle Transparency ... Bundle Buster


These three patterns are valued at $30 which is the price of the bundle!  

But with the Handmade Bundle {$29.97} you get over 200 additional patterns and projects for the price of these three patterns, plus these BONUSES!
  • A free 6-month digital magazine subscription to Make Modern + instant download of the current issue!  {$21 value}
  • Free digital copy of "Rock Your Craft Fair" Planner!  {$18 value}
  • A free Craftsy course of your choice {exclusions apply}.  The problem with receiving a free Craftsy course is that it's difficult to pick just one class!  We all have several, if not many, Craftsy classes on our wish list!  You must purchase the Handmade With Love Super Bundle by November 30th to qualify for this bonus!  {up to $70 value}

But what is this Handmade Bundle you're talking about, Myra?


Think of it like this:  Your 50 favorite Instagram designers and crafting bloggers got together… pooling all their best digital products and creating a package of fresh patterns, modern projects, and easy-to-understand tutorials.  And then YOU have the chance to buy the whole thing… for less than a few yards of fabric!

Since it’s such a steep discount, though, the sale is limited to just a few days. Once the sale is over, you can still buy everything, but separately, which will cost you a whole lot more.

With such a huge variety, you’ll definitely find products you aren’t interested in (that’s just how it goes), but if you can find 5-7 resources you love (and I’m positive you can), I think this bundle is a great way to save money on handcrafting yumminess.

So what's in the Handmade Bundle?


Applique 
  • Applique Made Easy: A Beginner’s Guide to Simple Applique Techniques by Leslie Rutland ($12.00)
  • The Joy of Christmas Quilted Dinner Set by Liuxin Newman ($24.99)
  • Baby Storybook: A Day at Home with Bearhug & Honeybun by Sedef Imer ($14.00)
  • Lovely Liberty Cushion: A Needleturn Applique Project by Emma Jean Jansen ($10.50)
Crochet
  • A Doll Like Me: A Collection of Customizable Crochet Doll Patterns PLUS A Beginner’s Guide to Amigurumi by Stacey Trock ($20.00)
  • Crochet Earrings by Dobi Ivanova ($7.00)
  • Imagical Seasons: Spring, Crochet Couture for Kids 2-12 by Alla Koval ($24.95)
  • Slouch Hat Crochet Patterns (Vol. 2) by Rebecca Langford ($7.99)
  • The Perfect Product Line: The Grace Collection by Pam Grice ($16.00)
  • The Plaid Collection: 14 Cozy Crochet Patterns in Classic Plaid by Bethany Dearden ($6.99)
  • Crochet Rug Making by Morgan Roberts ($15.00)
  • Little Miss Wheo by Carla Schwind ($5.50)
Cross Stitch
  • Cross Stitch Pattern Collection by Susan Fitzgerald ($18.00)
  • Geometric Birds & Animals Collection by galabornpatterns ($38.94)
  • Spirited Animals Bundle : Queen Bee and Spirited Animals Alphabet by Dana Batho (business name Peacock & Fig) ($19.98)
  • Summer/Winter Wreath by Jenny Van De Wiele ($10.00)
Decorative
  • Creative Cloth by Linda Matthews ($15.00)
  • Printing on Fabric: Instinctual Mark-Making, Screen & Stencil Printing by Ellie Beck ($47.00)
  • Shibori & Natural Dyeing Course by Francesca Stone ($25.00)
  • Welcome to Weaving: Tips and Tricks for Weaving on a Frame Loom from Start to Finish by Lindsey Campbell ($30.00)
  • Luna: Macrame Wall Hanging Pattern by Krystle Luvis ($13.80)
Embroidery
  • 23 Easy-to-Make Christmas Ornaments: Three eBooks in One! by Erica Hite ($14.00)
  • Embroidery Pattern Set by Pumora ($94.00)
  • Insect Embroidery Pattern Set by Sarah Milligan ($18.00)
  • Modern Embroidery Pattern Set by Stitcharama ($10.00)
  • The Embroidery Project: All In The Details by Mollie Johanson ($35.00)
  • The Girl Gang: An Embroidery Pattern Bundle by cozyblue by Liz Stiglets ($20.00)
  • Brother Rabbit: Raised Embroidery by Anna Scott ($7.35)
Knitting
  • Cozy Christmas Knits by Jessica Bolof ($22.00)
  • Double or Nothing: Reversible Knitting for the Adventurous by Alasdair Post-Quinn ($17.95)
  • Essential Baby Knits by Tatsiana Matsiuk ($20.00)
  • How To Arm Knit with Cowl, Blanket and Pouf Pattern by Anne Weil ($16.00)
  • Weekend: Simple, Modern Knits by Jen Geigley ($27.00)
  • Fair Isle Knitting by Liat Gat ($26.77)
  • Fairy Tale Gloves by Shehla Ahmed ($5.99)
Quilting
  • Color in Quilting: A Trio of Simple Quilt Patterns + a Lesson in Effective Color Placement by Alison Glass ($36.00)
  • DIY Block Design: Your Designs From Sketchbook To Quilt by Alyce Blyth ($15.50)
  • Mother’s Medallion Quilt by Becky Dietz & Cindy Leis ($35.00)
  • Quilting Jetgirl Best Selling Patterns by Yvonne Fuchs ($30.00)
  • Solids: Five Quilt Patterns by Lauren Terry ($10.00)
  • Get Quilty by Elise Cripe ($18.00)
  • Patchwork Planner & Journal by Becky Jorgensen ($14.99)
Sewing
  • 10 Simple Sewing Projects for the Home: Even If You Only Know How to Sew a Straight Line by Corey Willis ($20.00)
  • How to Sew Japanese Sewing Patterns by Rin Gomura-Elkan ($25.00)
  • Retro Rucksack & Penfield Pocket Tote: Two Essential Bag Sewing Patterns by Sara Curtis ($19.00)
  • Sewing Fancy Dresses for Little Girls (Aged 3 and Under) by Tatiana Kozorovitsky ($19.99)
  • Sewing School 101: Simple Tips to Get You Stitching by Nicole Bennett ($9.99)
  • Art Caddy Tote by Virginia Lindsay ($8.00)
  • Happytown Dolls: Maisie and Max Fly Kites by Anne Oliver ($9.99)
  • Hipster Teddy Bear by Stephanie Woodson ($7.00)
  • Mr and Mrs Deer: DIY Woodland Felt Decorations by Jenny Blair ($7.00)
  • Patchwork Elephant and Baby Quilt by Abby Glassenberg ($9.00)
Bonuses
  • Free 6 Month Digital Magazine Subscription + Instant Download of the Latest Issue from Make Modern ($29 value)
  • “Rock Your Craft Fair” Digital Planner from Crochetpreneur

What happens once I buy the Handmade Bundle?


You’ll get access instructions within minutes so you can login to the bundle access page.  Once you login, you’ll see all 200+ patterns and projects inside.  You can download most everything to your tablet or computer.  For the eCourses, you find links and register for them from this page, too.  Redeem your bundle bonuses at this page, too.  Come back to the bundle access page as often as you like for a whole year.  Just make sure you register for all your eCourses and download everything you want before the download area expires in one year.

100% Happiness Guarantee


If you’re not sure if this bundle is for you, you can honestly try this with no risk.
I love working with Ultimate Bundles (the company who created it), and they not only provide amazing customer service, but they also offer a 30-day, 100% happiness guarantee.  That means you can try it for 30 days, and if it doesn’t work for you, just email the Ultimate Bundles Customer Happiness Team at customerservice@ultimatebundles.com for a full refund.

How long can I get the Handmade Bundle?


It goes away on Monday, December 4th, at 11:59 PM, so if you want it, make sure you grab yours before then.  The Craftsy course bonus expires Thursday, November 30th.





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