What Goes Around Comes Around

This is a picture of the quilt that I made last year for my husband's brother Terry and his wife Anna. They are very generous people, and I wanted to do something to show them that we appreciate them. I finished it around May, and was saviing it for Christmas. It is machine pieced and hand quilted. It is the size for a fullsize bed.

Much to our surrprise, Terry called in June and invited us to go to Italy with them in July!! Besides the fact that I was beside myself with excitement, we landed in Rome on my birthday!!!It was the trip of a lifetime (although I would love to go back), and I was even more glad to have made the quilt. That is where I get the name for the quilt What Goes Around Comes Around. It just goes to prove that there are alot of wonderful generous people in the world, and I am lucky enough to be related to two of them.

Lauren

About Town Quilted Handbag

This is my new About Town Handbag. It is an original design, and is just right for running around doing errands, or going out to eat. It is roomy enough to carry all the essentials. I would love some feedback on it.

I hope eveyone is having an enjoyable and prosperous summer. This is one of my favorite months of the year. (I am partial to October, but I like this weather better.) So go and get some sun, and I will check in tommorrow.

Lauren

custom skirt

I just wanted to show the skirt I made today. It is a custom order. It shows how many things can be made from the fabrics I have listed. If anyone has anything they would like made, please ask. This person did and it turned out to be really pretty.

I also want to mention how thoughtful and helpful so many of the sellers on etsy are. They give advise, answer questions ( even silly ones from newbies) , and are generally a great bunch of people. So when you get a chance , check out the shops on etsy. I have links for mine and several others, but you might find one that you just love.

Try to stay cool, and enjoy July. Lauren

First Alchemy Sale

I am very excited. I awoke to find I have my first alchemy sale on etsy. For those not familiar with etsy, alchemy is a way you can list requests and sellers bid on making the item. I have had my bid accepted for the first time!

I hope everyone is enjoying the summer weather. We are experiencing very hot and humid weather ( thankful for air conditioning). It seems that it is true July weather.

No photos today. Enjoy your day Lauren

Amy Butler Fabric

Take a look at my new blot of Amy Butler fabric. I will be making some items up with it shortly. In the meantime, if you like it and you want something, let me know.

I have not had any reponse yet to my potholder sale, but it is only the second day. I hope you'll take advantage of it. It is never too early to stock up for holiday gift giving.

Enjoy the rest of the day. Lauren

Potholders Special Deal

Hello ! I just had a great idea. Until further notice, I will be giving 25% off on potholders with the purchase of any apron. You can purchase them to match the apron, or choose from any that I have. You can een mix and match if you don't want 2 alike. In order to get the discount, please convo me after you make the purchase, but before you pay. I will send you an adjusted paypal invoice. If you want to mix and match the 2 potholders, then take the apron and convo me about which ones you want.

So, I hope that you take advantage of this special. I have yet to decide how long it will last, so start shopping today. Christmas is right around the corner, so get one for you and one for a friend!

Have a great day. Lauren

More Aprons

Happy July 5th. Did anyone watch the fireworks in D.C.? They looked spectacular.

Just like I promised, here are a few of my newest plus sized aprons. Most are Michael Miller cotton.

I can make them in larger or smaller sizes, if you need that done, or if you prefer a different style, just convo me on etsy http://www.originalsbylauren.etsy.com/ .

Have a great weekend, and enjoy the summer weather.

Lauren