Thursday, December 24, 2015

Some of That Secret Sewing

Why in the world I had a yard of aqua Essex linen in my stash, I have no idea. But last night, it was the most perfect discovery. I'd decided nearly last minute that some holiday napkins would be a perfect gift, and Katarina Roccella's Fairisle Hearts (which remind me of snowflakes) the perfect fabric. And since I had no white linen on hand, what could be better but the aqua. Isn't it great when that happens?


I saw Diane/Random Thoughts...do or "di" [ylmommyx4] show off some beautiful linen dinner napkins she had just made, and they reminded me that daughter dear [snippetsofsweetness] had made me some with that very pattern, Linen [Thanksgiving] Napkins by Purl Soho. I followed Rachel's lead, and made mine cocktail size (10" linen squares + 12" cotton squares). They went together perfectly, and I was able to make a set of six in just under an hour. Dare I say, I kinda love them?


Another little gift I made and gifted recently was a That Red Cup mug rug, a clever little pattern by Tessa/Half Square Quilts [tessaraewilliams]. It measured 6x9" when done, and hopefully gives my Starbucks-loving friend a smile.


So that's all I can show till Christmas is over. And I'm officially calling the frantic Christmas sewing DONE. Now to just enjoy, and take it all in.
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11 comments:

  1. WendyDecember 24, 2015 at 4:31 AM

    Beautiful fabric napkins and the takeaway cup mini is cute! Have a very merry christmas

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  2. PatDecember 24, 2015 at 5:11 AM

    Lovely napkins. The mug rug is also very cute.

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  3. Kim B.December 24, 2015 at 5:34 AM

    the washi tape as the wrap around the coffee cup is perfect!!

    Merry Christmas Debbie!

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  4. SvetlanaDecember 24, 2015 at 6:25 AM

    Love your napkins, must try that technique next time I'm not a napkin making spree :). Adorable mug rug as well. I'm sure your friend will love it. Marry Christmas, Debbie.

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  5. EllynDecember 24, 2015 at 6:58 AM

    so lovely! Inspired by yours, there is a red cup mug rug tucked under our tree for my youngest. a fun little make!

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  6. SherryeDecember 24, 2015 at 8:42 AM

    I'm inspired :)

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  7. Maker JoyDecember 24, 2015 at 9:46 AM

    How clever of you to turn that 'controversial' red cup into a lovely Christmas Present. It's a wonderful gift.

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  8. Afton WarrickDecember 24, 2015 at 12:41 PM

    I love both of these. What great, quick makes! I'm sure they'll be appreciated.

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  9. SeeLifeMarvelsDecember 26, 2015 at 1:01 AM

    If I hadn't run out of time, there might have been a few gifts like these under the tree. Merry Christmas!

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  10. Bluebell Ridge HandworksDecember 27, 2015 at 1:04 PM

    Well these sure turned out fun! I'll keep this napkin pattern in mind for future use :)

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  11. EricaDecember 29, 2015 at 1:32 PM

    The napkins are lovely; do you think they would work up nicely with lawn in place of the quilting-weight cotton?

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