in this treasure chest. At first I thought to make two little boxes.  Then I thought a stack of boxes would be even better. I spent some time choosing the fabrics - I think I made the perfect choice ('Connections' collection by Paintbrush Studio for Fabri-Quilt). And because I had 3 colors, I made 3 sets. Please, please, PRETEND the buttons are jewelry! The third set did not fit so … [Read more...]

Look what I whipped up in a few hours, for a friend who loves turquoise. The set measures about 11'' and the boxes are roomy... I could do this again and again, in every possible color combination... But now I have to add binding to my miniature quilt. … [Read more...]

Sorry for the lack of posts lately. Many things happened here, you know, things that you are afraid of but that always come ... sooner or later... Hospital, cancer, chemo... my father passed away last week... I still can't believe these words are true... So today I started sewing again, and I tried a new box. I want this one to hang on the wall. Just the first try... I love the shape, but … [Read more...]

I am in love with these new boxes. What I love most is that the center box is taller than the other boxes that surround it. The difference is only 0.5'' so that  it is not too visible in the picture. But I plan to make another set or use this idea for another design. These are cute too. I spent a lot of time choosing fabrics from the huge box of Fusions fat quarters. Having too many … [Read more...]

So I made a new box. This time, I like more the heart's shape. And I made a little heart purse too. One seam was a little tricky to sew... but just a little... Maybe it was because of the small size  (it's only 1'' deep)...Maybe it will be easier to  sew the second one. I love the ric-rac handle. I added a little piece of Velcro on the ends of the handle. But no more heart boxes, … [Read more...]

The first try... Not the best... I have to make some changes... I just can't learn some lessons. It is a prototype, why did I use the last piece of red polka dot fabric ? Have a great weekend, Geta … [Read more...]

You might remember the gift I sent to my friend Sanda for Christmas. I thought Sanda needs a container to keep all these together and because I couldn't find any beautiful tin for this purpose, I had to be creative and make my own tin. And because working with metal still has secrets for me (some day I will have to learn how to work with that wonderful  Mod Podge), I had to work with … [Read more...]

I did not buy a new camera, I did not change the photographer, outside it is still winter and a cloudy weather so the next photos are not good at all...sorry... Here is a small part of what keeps me away from quilting. I started to make new boxes and now I can't stop. I finally find a use for this fabric!  I fussy cut a few dolls... made a few boxes and now I am wondering what to make … [Read more...]