Here are some mermaid moments... in fabric. Independent fabric stores draw me like a moon captured by gravity. They carry talented designers that cannot be found in chain stores. The quality tends to be better as well.
Mermaid doll I sewed using a free pattern from Wee Wonderfuls. The girls got these as a small gift in the advent calendar last year (only 7" long).
Japanese fabric is a weakness of mine. Kokka is some of the best but hard to come by in these parts. I have no idea what to make with it yet but I know I will love it. Hand crocheted octopus from my soul sister in Turkey... who is moving to Japan soon! Hmmm.... Kokka???
A quilt I made using some of my favorite fabric of all time, Heather Ross's Mendocino Mermaids. I bought this line in two colorways; this fall themed one in orange and browns, as well as a bright pink fushia one seen further below.
This is my colorful hippie bag. The pattern came out of Anna Maria Horner's Seams to Me book. Highly recommend this book, tons of great projects.
Check out your local independent fabric store... you are sure to find some treasures.
I love your creations! I have an amazing sister giving me quilting lessons and I'm excited about the fabric possibilities! I will be sure to check out the Japanese fabrics online.
ReplyDeleteThank you sister!!! I can't wait to get working with you on your quilt <3 how is the fabric cutting coming? Bring it to a coffee shop one day and we can both work on it. Love you
DeleteSuch talent! Great floors! Cutest kiddo! I love this post. I have no talent when it comes to sewing but I love looking at all your creations. That quilt is so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteThank you!! I am still gaga over these floors. It was a long time coming and I do believe it makes them that much sweeter. The floors that is. If you ever have a hankering for a quilt to throw over your couch for cold nights, send me some fabric pics and I will happily make you a throw. They are quick and easy. Gratis of course my friend!! Really, I love making them.
Deleteoh my favoritest person!! I will definitely hunt down Kokka for you!! <3
ReplyDeleteI think you will love Japan's cool and kitschy fabrics. Mr. Octopus gets lots of love around here. Only 4 more months until your new adventure!
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