Thursday, October 24, 2013

Christmas Presents


So I finally received an update of sorts to my computer and it seemed to 'rejig' blogger. Blogger is no longer having a meltdown each time I try to load a photo - hallelujah! Back to blogging and this post.......
 
I stumbled upon this fabric range through Cora's quilts via Sharon at Lilabelle Lane. Take a look at that quilt on Cora's header. Beautiful. Now, how could I not resist this dreamy fabric. 


My little man attends occasional care one morning a week and my daughter also attended the same place two years ago. The ladies are just such wonderful women I wanted to put a little effort into their gifts as this will be the last year we will see them.
 
So, I decided on a table runner for each (x 5 mind you!). 

 
This fabric line is called Winter's Lane by Kate and Birdie Paper Co. And to co-exist with this stunning fabric I have decided to incorporate three stitcheries by Natalie Bird from her 'Tis the Season book.
 

ok blogger - have it your way. I can't be bothered trying to rotate you again
 
I finished off the binding on this quilt last night for a friend. She began this quilt for her son before he was born. He turns 16 in January. Better late than never though I say. The top was already pieced and I just had to baste it with some plain red fabric she provided, quilt it and bind it. I really like the binding as there are no other stripes in the mix.




 
Well now, back to those stitcheries.
 
Happy Stitching all
 
Susie

7 comments:

Anonymous said...

wow love those table runners what a wonderful thing to do for those 5 ladies,that striped binding is perfect for that quilt,well done Susie.xx

lousnewsandcraftycreations said...

Lovely stuff being stitched at your place Susie.Love the table runners.xx

Karen said...

It is a lovely fabric range and it will work so well with those stitcheries. They will be lovely gifts.

Sharon - Lilabelle Lane said...

You already know I love your table runners :O) still havent purchased my fabric :( must fix that :) hugs

Shelley @ Cora's Quilts said...

Beautiful work with the table runners! The embroidered pieces look fantastic with the prints - it really is such a lovely line!

Thank you for stopping by and for your love towards my Aspen Glow quilt!

Fiona said...

those are going to be such lovely runners for the day care people.... wonderful gifts and I had a laugh at the quilt started so long ago..... the stripey binding is perfect...
Hugz

Cathy @ CabbageQuilts said...

Two beautiful projects, the runner is lovely with the stitcheries in there and I love the bright colours and striped binding! xo