IGmini swap: "Dwell" mini

I haven't participated in many swaps this year, but recently signed up for the #igminiswap which has been run on Instagram.

For my secret partner, I decided to make a "Dwell" mini quilt using the pattern by Thimbleblossoms. 

I used fabrics from a few different Bonnie and Camille ranges: Miss Kate, Marmalade, Scrumptious, April Showers, and Happy Go Lucky. 

And they all feature the Sundae Scallop print for the roof which gives them a "tiled" look .

Each little house measures 3 x 4"  and I made the border a little wider than in the original pattern to bring the mini up to size. 

I quilted this mini in straight lines on the diagonal and bound it in an aqua solid which matches in well with the B&C fabrics.

This week I mailed the mini off to my partner, along with some little extras - it has a long way to travel so hoping it gets there quickly.

 This is the inspiration mosaic I originally posted to the group that I am in (curlysgroup).

This mini was on Q4 FAL list at the 2104 Finish-along hosted by Katy @ The Littlest Thistle.
Kirsten.

Sunday Stash - Umbrella Prints

Umbrella Prints are one of my favourite fabric designers so when they had a sale on recently I couldn't resist purchasing a few of their bundles.

I bought some of the mixed bundles - just love the cute elephant print! 

Not sure what I am going to make with these fabrics yet though... 

The pink frangipanis from our garden look so pretty with the hearts in Cherry Blossom print.

Linking up with the Sunday Stash at Molli Sparkles.

Kirsten.

"Outlander" Nova Tote

One of my favourite book series is "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon. I didn't study much history at school as I was a bit of a science nerd so I enjoy reading historical novels - even ones with time travel through the stones:) I first discovered this series over 16 years ago and now "Outlander" has finally been made into a TV series - which was amazing BTW!  The costuming in particular is just stunning, as is the Scottish scenery.

Back then I discovered that a few hours from where I live, there is a place called Glen Innes which is home to the Australian Standing Stone monument like the ones in the books. 

The series begins with "Outlander" (which was also released as "Cross Stitch" over here) and the main storyline is based around Scottish Highlanders in the 18th century, particularly Clan Fraser. 

Anyway, back to the tote bag....when I saw this gorgeous Tula Pink Moonshine "Deer Me" fabric, I couldn't help thinking of the Frasers of Lovat crest which has a deers head and I really wanted to use it as the feature fabric in the new "Nova Tote" pattern by Three Owls Handmade.

I paired the deer with some Anna Maria Horners' Mary Thistle in Seaweed from her "Pretty Potent" range to continue the Scottish theme...

On the inside I used another piece of the "Deer Me" print for a  slip pocket, and some Cloud 9 Dragonfly fabric for an additional gathered pocket as the second book in the series is titled "Dragonfly In Amber". Even the lining has some significance as the grey print resembles the surface of the "Standing stones".

I used my favourite black denim for the main part of the bag, and a bright lime solid for the binding as it went so well with both of the prints.

So now I have a very special bag to carry all my books around in:)   And if you get a chance to see the TV series or read the books, I thoroughly recommend them! The TV series is now on hold until April next year so I am currently re-reading all of the books for about the 4th time.

Linking up with the 2014 Purse Palooza hosted by Sara at Sew Sweetness,
And also with Fabric Tuesday @ Quilt Story.
And this project was also on my Q4 FAL list hosted by Katy @ The LIttlest Thistle.
Kirsten.

Poolside tote gone Beachside

It has been quite warm here the past few weeks so with a few days off work, I thought I should jump in and make the "Poolside Tote" which is another wonderful pattern by Anna @ Noodlehead designs.

So a quick trip to the beach was in order to see how it held up.

This is quite a large bag which is just perfect for a day out at the beach or the pool as you can fit quite a lot into it.

I used some Coral canvas for the outside which is nice and sturdy. 

 And a Lisette icy-pole/popsicle print for the lining - very sweet and summery!

Linking up with Purse Palooza 2014 hosted by Sara @ Sew Sweetness.
And also with Fabric Tuesday @ Quilt Story.
This bag was also on my Q4 FAL list hosted by Katy @ The Littlest Thistle.
Kirsten.