Monday, July 1, 2013

#9 Cleaned Up!!

So last week I said I was going to clean up my hobby room so I could take pictures to share with you all. I also stated in the blog that I like to be organized, but than work my way into a mess, only to have to organize again. You would think I would have outgrown that, but alas I embrace my flaws!!
Well here's another... I get easily distracted by shiny new ideas....lol. So while I'm cleaning and organizing and checking in on instagram, I see this post from @sunnyincal. Beautiful. right!! Using her scraps. (great scraps by the way!!)



 And I thought, I'm tidying up, and this would fall under cleaning, right?? (girl math!!) lol (and it isn't like I was going shopping, I have everything already...)(more girl math) lol

  So I tidied up my batting and fabric scraps, and started another WIP!  Even though I said I wouldn't ! ;) oops.....

And even with all the distractions and added projects, I still managed to tidy up!!





I should mention,  I am doing my blocks as a quilt as you go. I had seen a YouTube tutorial from the Gourmet Quilter and thought this is the perfect time to try that. If you are new to this technique I posted pictures on my tutorial page and the link above will take you to the video I watched.

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22 comments:

  1. Lorna McMahonJuly 1, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    Happy Canada Day, Eh! Glad to see you are still following along and cheering us on for the Sew Fresh Quilts - Oh My, Scrappy Stars, Sandy! Thanks for the visit today.

    I LOVE your sewing space. The light from the windows, the work spaces, the cupboards and storage, and everything! No wonder you get started on something else once you get in there to 'clean up'.... And I can totally relate to your quilt math!

    Lorna:)
    http://sewfreshquilts.blogspot.com

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    1. SandyJuly 1, 2013 at 1:13 PM

      Happy Canada Day to you too!! Thanks I love it too!! My creative escape space, I am blessed!!

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  2. Kelly @ My Quilt InfatuationJuly 1, 2013 at 7:53 PM

    your string blocks rock! I love string quilts, and I have often thought that I should always have some foundation fabric blocks cut so I can just sew a few here and there. Your sewing space is really great too!

    :) Kelly @ My Quilt Infatuation

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    1. SandyJuly 1, 2013 at 8:38 PM

      Thanks Kelly, it feels good to be getting things done! The string quilt was great motivation to get my scraps organized, finally!!
      I really like my space too, I am very blessed to have it!!
      I'm still finding my footing in this virtual world, so much to see and learn and so many great resources, like yours, thanks!!

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    2. Kelly @ My Quilt InfatuationJuly 5, 2013 at 11:04 AM

      I'm so glad you shared this at Needle and Thread Thursday! Thanks so much for linking up!

      :) Kelly

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  3. Paula@TheSassyQuilterJuly 2, 2013 at 7:28 PM

    That Quilt by sunnyincal is awesome, I bet yours will be equally amazing. Can't wait to see. Curious about the QAYG technique. You sewing space looks lovely:)

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    1. SandyJuly 3, 2013 at 1:02 PM

      Thanks, I really love it! I am blessed to have such a great space!

      The string quilt is amazing, and I think she posted an up to date picture today!!

      If you follow the links I left in the post it will take you to the YouTube video, maybe you have already checked it out!!

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  4. TuridJuly 3, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    Thank you, you just tempted me to start a new quilt. So fun. Your blocks are fantastic!

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    1. SandyJuly 3, 2013 at 3:57 PM

      Oh good!! I hope you have fun! Would love to see a picture if you do!!

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  5. VeraJuly 3, 2013 at 2:34 PM

    Your scrappy blocks look really good and your working space is lovely. Not sure if you know it but you appear as no-reply while posting a comment. Thanks for dropping by and leaving nice comment.

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    1. SandyJuly 3, 2013 at 3:58 PM

      Thanks for the heads up on the email issues!! i'm very new to all of this!! I think I have the issues fixed!!

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  6. noga quiltsJuly 3, 2013 at 2:56 PM

    Your scrappy blocks are gorgeous! Can't wait to see the quilt
    Your sewing room is amazing! So much space and natural light, and it's geutifully organized

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    1. SandyJuly 3, 2013 at 4:00 PM

      Thanks for all the nice comments!! It is a great space and I am very lucky!! I love your avatar picture! That block is amazing!! Did you do a whole quilt and is there a picture if you did?!!

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  7. Tricia ~~ Handmade WhimzyJuly 3, 2013 at 6:53 PM

    I love your sewing space! Beautiful scrappy strip blocks.

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  8. SandyJuly 3, 2013 at 9:18 PM

    Thanks Tricia!! It is helpful to have a space to create in!! And the scrappy quilt is such a great way to use up material other ways just laying around!! Got to make room for more scraps!! ;)

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  9. VickiJuly 3, 2013 at 11:44 PM

    Nice sewing room!

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  10. SandyJuly 4, 2013 at 10:21 AM

    Thanks Vicki!! I hopped over to your blog and love the yellow and black baby quilt with the rick rack for your new granddaughter!! Adorable!!

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  11. Cynthia Brunz DesignsJuly 5, 2013 at 9:38 PM

    I love string quilts! Have never tried a quilt as you go. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. SandyJuly 5, 2013 at 10:02 PM

      Thanks for stopping by Cynthia! This is my first quilt as you go too! I helped a friend do table runners for her family for Christmas, after we watched a tutorial from Missouri Star Quilt Company on YouTube. That is a great easy project!! Putting these quilt blocks together will be a little more complicated. I will post something when I get there.

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  12. Christine SlaughterJuly 10, 2013 at 1:01 AM

    I'm drooling over your crafting space!

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    1. SandyJuly 10, 2013 at 8:50 AM

      Thanks, Christine!! I'm very lucky!! When we were rebuilding the house after the fire (long story, maybe I'll blog about that soon) my husband off handedly offter me the room above the garage. Needless to say I jumped on that and never let go!! lol!!

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    2. Christine SlaughterJuly 17, 2013 at 12:43 PM

      Yikes! Sorry to hear about the fire! It's a beautiful crafting area, and what a thoughtful husband! Is it bad that I am eyeballing the kids' rooms as a crafting space for me for when they leave the nest?! Not that I'm counting, but only 6 years before the youngest graduates... LOL!!

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