Christmas Quilt In Progress (10 years in the making)

Ok, I haven't actually been working on this for 10 years. I bought the block of the month quilt at Joann's at the end of the season when it was on clearance 10 years ago. They did not have December, which is a very crucial month in a block of the month quilt, as it has all the finishing directions. I have made small Christmas quilts, but have always wanted a full size one. So every year I would pull this out in the fall and think, I can't possibley finish this in time and put it back. Last fall I decided to take the plunge ( and since it is a year later, you can see that it wasn't done in time). I got 11 months made and then thought , now what? Well, I called Joann's toll free number, and the very helpful woman mailed me a photocopy of the directions for the last blocks and the finishing.

I am doing my best to finish it before the holiday season this year. I am handquilting it, and I can't work on it in the hot weather, so I am starting to work on it in the evenings now ( ok , one evening just last night).

So, stay tuned to see if it is done for the 08 season, or if it takes another year. Keep your fingers crossed for me that I make it.

Just a reminder, the week of 9/22-9/26 is the Quiltsy trunk show on etsy. Who knows, maybe you'll see my Christmas Quilt in it! When I get exact times, I will pass them along.

Lauren

My Fireman Are Gone!

My firemen have flown the coop. They are happily on their way to the midwest. Luckily for all of you, my construction workers are still here. I have the unisex XXL apron, and the set of potholders. They are waiting for you to scoop them up in my shop http://www.originalsbylauren.etsy.com/

I want to remind you all of the upcoming Quiltsy Street Team trunk show in the etsy virtual labs. I have a small cross section of work in the right hand column. Please click on the items to see each shop. We currently have 20 members participating, and their work is outstanding.

When I have an exact date and time I will post it for all of you. You don't want to miss this, and you don't even have to leave home to attend!

Lauren

New Quilts

I wanted to show off the two new quilts I listed yesterday in my shop at http://www.originalsbylauren.etsy.com/ . I am very excited to have these available for sale. The top one is my strawberry kiwi flannel baby quilt and the other is my hearts all around handquilted wallhanging. I am very proud of them both, and they will make a nice addition to any home.

If you are interested in purchasing them, or want to see more items I offer , please visit my etsy or dawanda shop. If you see an item in one but want to purchase it through the other, please let me know and I will make it available to you.

Lauren

My Mermaids Are Going To Paradise!

I had an exciting sale this morning. I have sold two sets of mermaid potholders , which is exciting in itself, but it gets better. My ladies are going to Fiji ! Could that be any more fitting? Where else would mermaids live but in the south pacific.

The buyer bought them on the day she joined etsy, which is also exciting.

I don't have any of this great Laurel Burch fabric left, but if you love it like I do, I have two aprons listed on etsy, one chef style and on half apron. They both fit a large range of sizes.

So if you want a mermaid in your kitchen, go to http://www.originalsbylauren.etsy.com/ before they get away forever.

Lauren

Quiltsy Team Trunk Show

The quiltsy street team on etsy, of which I am a proud member, is having a trunk sale in the virtual labs on etsy the last week of September. We will be showcasing many of our very talented members and their best work. We have members with wares ranging from a few dollars to $1500. You don't want to miss this, it will be worth seeing.

When I have more details, I will pass them along. Just remember, the holidays are coming and wouldn't it be great to get your shopping done early without leaving your house?

Our members offer very reasonable shipping prices, and many ship internationally. This is a group of their work to the right. If you click on one of the items, it will take you to the indiviual store. Click on them all for a nice treat!

So stay tuned, more to come!

Lauren

Maternity Hospital Gown

I have become aware of something new people are doing. It has become popular to have your own custom hospital gown to wear when you deliver your baby. They have to tie in the back like a traditional gown, but they are made of fabric to the taste of the mother to be.

I just made one as a custom order on etsy, and she had the gown embroidered with the last name of the expectant parents. This is the fabric that she chose , as a gift for her best friend. I hope they both like it.

I have seen other places where this is becoming a trend with new moms. Now that most women deliver in a birthing rooms that are more homie, they want to be more comfortable.

I love making things I haven't made before, and hope to do many more of these.

Lauren

P.S. If anyone is interested in purchasing one of these gown, please leave me a comment or visit may etsy or dawanda shops. I have tons of great cottons for you to choose from. Be the best dressed mama in delivery!

Parade of Potholders!!!!

I know everyone needs them, and I know everyone uses them, so I decided to do a potholder parade for all of you . This shows you the variety of potholders in my etsy shop http://www.originalsbylauren.etsy.com/ .

They are all made from top quality 100% cotton fabric, and they have one layer of cotton batting and one layer of insul-bright insulation in them. They have a loop for hanging. The potholders measure about 8" (20cm) square. They are quilted with a zig-zag machine stitch.

These are very durable and machine washable, but pretty enough to hang in your kitchen. They make a nice hostess gift, or a great Christmas gift for somone you want to get a little something for.

They come in sets of 2 and sell for $12 per pair. I hope you will stop by my shop and browse, and while you are there, pick up a pair for a friend and a pair for yourself. We all deserve a treat from time to time.

Thanks for stopping by, Lauren