barbara brandeburg

New Pattern Sneekie Peekie

It feels so nice when they get off to the printer!

Bamboo

I did a little reading about the new bamboo batting I used on my last quilt. You can't pre-wash it in the machine, but Fairfield has instructions on their website for presoaking in the tub.  I've been on an extra light polyester batting kick for a few years, because it makes a super light-weight, snuggly summer blanket. I use to do very dense machine quilting with cotton batting, for a traditional antique quilted look.  But now I seem to like lighter machine quilting that lets the design and fabrics do the talking. It aligns with the cleaner lined designing I seem to be up to now. The bamboo batting allows 8" spacing between your quilting stitches, yet has a similar feel to cotton batting.  It actually has a softer hand.  Give it a try and see whatcha think. 

Alphabet Soup #2

Inspiration comes from the most unusual things.  Had to have the bird pillow....and it inspired a living room redo....and it inspired a new version of my Alphabet Soup pattern.  Who knew? 

I just can't seem to be happy with the paint they mix up at the paint store.  I always have to custom "doctor it up" with other colors and old cans from the garage.  After five tries, I landed on the perfect yummy shade. Opened up the soft whites folder from Benjamin Moore and there was my color.  Can't seem to go the easy route....Ever!!

Alphabet Soup #2 will be out in pattern form next month.  I'll get a presale going on the website next week, including the Sassy Little Sister's Apron pattern (child's sizes), Hunter's Hideaway, and more.

Hey, I just had my first go at Bamboo Batting.  Nice, soft, sorta like Warm and Natural, but a little softer.  It's pricey, but I used my 40% off coupon.  Very nice indeed.  Bamboo.  

Sassy Little Sisters Apron

Cute little sister aprons are coming to town! Have a sneak peak.

Boo!

Time for trunk or treat!!!  I made little hanging lanterns out of soda pop bottles as a backdrop. The flower power gal with the fro still needs a face.  My sister did the painting and I assembled the highly fashionable costumes.  Have fun tonite, yall.