Here is a picture of Belle enjoying the quilt I whipped up.
Our dogs aren't spoiled are they???
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Showing posts with label Crafts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Crafts. Show all posts
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Sunday, February 17, 2008
A TALE OF TWO QUILTS
Back in June my nephew Collin (through my sister) invited Tim Devine and his family to join him on the Finding Nemo Submarine ride at Disneyland. Because of Collin's multiple handicaps, he is unable to wait in line for rides, and the Devine family was able to bypass the four hour wait by accepting his invitation. Through
this chance meeting my nephew has been able to touch even more lives. Even though Collin is nonverbal, he has the power to make people remember him and his spirit. His laugh is contagious and his smile infectious. Tim has been able to repay the favor five times over through his unique brand of kindness.
One of my latest quilting projects included a first for me. I made matching Nemo quilts for Collin and Billy Devine to celebrate this occasion. I don't plan to have any other two of a kind quilts. My quilts are one of a kind creations by nature. Billy's quilt was finished just hours ago! I can't wait for Billy to get his belated birthday present, and I hope that this small thank you gives many years of loving warmth. Collin is already loving all over his quilt.
For the people who are interested in the details: the fabric for the quilt was purchased at Hancock Fabric and the pattern is the Log Cabin Foldy Stuff.
Sorry George.... no time for the splash mountain quilt. Already working on the auction quilt :)
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Friday, August 10, 2007
Scrapbooking and fun with food
The latest scrapbooking project is finished. I am sharing this little gem to give examples of the fun ways to use creative pictures that may be overlooked in the planning stages but add a great deal to the finished product.
The whole goal of scrapbooking is to preserve memories and experiences in a way that regular photo albums fall short. In doing this, you really have to think outside the standard trip photos and add some personal flair to the creative process.
Pictures of signs may make the best title for the page. This is especially helpful when you can't quite find the "right" font to fit the theming. What better way to capture attention than with the actual sign for the restaurant or attraction? Several of my pages for my Disney World trip 2006 scrapbook are headed with pictures that Grumpwurst took on our trip of signs and posters.
Another fun way to add flair to a page is by using pictures of the food. We started this when we went to Victoria and Albert's. If we were going to pay that much for the food- we were going to remember everything about it! I love how the kids macaroni and cheese turned out in this picture. A Mickey Mouse on the page and another trip memory- a great combination. Everyone ties memories to food wether conscious or subconsciously. This aids in that process and makes for a cute page as well.
Who doesn't tie your memories with vacation or life events with food? I know that my top five things at Disney include at least two food events/tastes. At Disneyland it is the ice cream from Catch a Flave on the boardwalk heading toward California Screamin and the clam chowder bread bowls in New Orleans. Even writing about these palate pleasing treats makes my mouth water. How do you think your memory and senses will be sparked from a picture?
Thursday, August 2, 2007
The Most Beautiful Flowers are not always found in Beautiful Gardens, It's True. (Cinderella)
Crafting is not just a hobby- it is a hunt. Which color of paper or which fabric will complete this project? Will this page be my favorite when I have finished it or will I want to redo it as soon as I place it in the album?
Recently I have discovered that I can combine my passions and have great success. I love to quilt. I have been doing it since I was in junior high. I love to scrapbook. I have been doing that since I was in college. I LOVE Disney! I can’t pinpoint the moment this love affair started, but I think that it was shortly after figuring out what music was. I have a serious love affair with all of the Disney sound tracks whether movie or otherwise. (I have decided that I have a great shower voice and love to belt out the songs- Beauty and the Beast particularly.)
Buying crafting supplies is just as much fun for the "hunter" as is putting the project together. For my quilts, the
Above all else- never pay full price! That is what makes this a true hunt- the stalking phase. Will my 40% off coupon get here in time? Will license fabrics be on sale this week? How much batting really is too much when you want 100% cotton for the entire quilt and quality really matters? Each week I scour the weekly ads and hold out for just the right combination of coupons and sales.
Sometimes I believe that Grumpwurst thinks this hunt is my favorite part of the whole crafting experience. My craft room is probably the best evidence in his favor. The drawers and cabinets are filed with the pieces of the "next project". We are currently building a new home in which I have a craft room all my own for letting these creative expressions take flight. Once it is completed I will have to post a picture.
Seeing the completed project is a gratifying experience for me, but the true passion I have is in sharing. My family has no problem with that! Most of my sibling’s household’s have at least one Enchanted Rose quilt original. No real guessing to what my family members get as baby gifts.
It is not a terrible thing for a scrapbooker to have a photographer in the house either. It's nice when talents can complement each other so nicely. :) Keep taking those Grumptastic photos and being my wingman in this hunt!
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