Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Saturday, January 8, 2011
Christmas Crafting Wrap-Up
Just a quick post to document my Christmas crafting.
For Kennedy:
I looked everywhere for a cute 1st Christmas ornament but was disappointed with the selection. So I made my own. The rattle is felt with hand embroidery- and let me just tell you that was a bugger embroidering such small letters onto felt.
I also had a selvage from some Alice Kennedy fabric laying around. I was saving it for something special, and then I thought- hey she needs a selvage ornament, so that's what I made.
Hopefully she'll appreciate these some day (right now all she wants to do is slobber on them)!
This stocking matches two that I made for Travis and me a few years ago. Looking at it now I'm a little disappointed. I feel like it needs something more... any suggestions?
For my Aunt Karen:
I made a bunch of selvage ornaments for my aunt. Her husband passed away a few months ago and she was looking for something to give to those who had helped her. She has traditional tastes, so went looking for all my red and green selvages.
For a Friend:
A few days before Christmas my friend asked me if I knew how to embroider. Well, yes I do. She has 5 kids (whose names all start with J) and she wanted their names embroidered on their stockings. I sat down and whipped these up (sorry I only have a picture of 2 of them). My friend really liked them and I enjoyed the project, so win-win.
I guess that is about it. Watch for a shop update in the next week! And Happy New Year!
For Kennedy:
I looked everywhere for a cute 1st Christmas ornament but was disappointed with the selection. So I made my own. The rattle is felt with hand embroidery- and let me just tell you that was a bugger embroidering such small letters onto felt.I also had a selvage from some Alice Kennedy fabric laying around. I was saving it for something special, and then I thought- hey she needs a selvage ornament, so that's what I made.
Hopefully she'll appreciate these some day (right now all she wants to do is slobber on them)!
This stocking matches two that I made for Travis and me a few years ago. Looking at it now I'm a little disappointed. I feel like it needs something more... any suggestions?For my Aunt Karen:
I made a bunch of selvage ornaments for my aunt. Her husband passed away a few months ago and she was looking for something to give to those who had helped her. She has traditional tastes, so went looking for all my red and green selvages.For a Friend:
A few days before Christmas my friend asked me if I knew how to embroider. Well, yes I do. She has 5 kids (whose names all start with J) and she wanted their names embroidered on their stockings. I sat down and whipped these up (sorry I only have a picture of 2 of them). My friend really liked them and I enjoyed the project, so win-win.I guess that is about it. Watch for a shop update in the next week! And Happy New Year!
Monday, December 13, 2010
A Few Quilts
Over the past few months I have finished a few quilts but haven't posted them yet. So, without further ado, let me introduce you to-
I made this quilt for a Boy Scout Auction on Labor Day. Polka dots are all so cute, so it was fun to put a bunch of random fabrics together. I quilted it in a straight line diagonally through the blocks. I was mildly disappointed by how much it fetched at auction, probably barely covered my costs, but I guess that isn't the point of giving. And I do know the lady who got it was overjoyed with it.
The backing is purple with little stars. And I love that binding material- purple background with bright colored polka dots.
Quilt Number 2:
This one has been in the works for almost two years. It was quilted by a gentleman that my mom knows who recently purchased a quilting machine and wants some practice and is willing to do it for free! And in truth he's done a really good job on both quilts I've had him quilt for me.
And a pretty wild back for a Wild Thing quilt. Just used what I had on hand.
Quilt Number 3: 
The back is some fa la la flannel that is oh so soft.
So there ends my quilt show for today.
Quilt Number 1:
Snowball blocks made from a random assortment of polka dot fabrics (mostly from my mom's stash).
I made this quilt for a Boy Scout Auction on Labor Day. Polka dots are all so cute, so it was fun to put a bunch of random fabrics together. I quilted it in a straight line diagonally through the blocks. I was mildly disappointed by how much it fetched at auction, probably barely covered my costs, but I guess that isn't the point of giving. And I do know the lady who got it was overjoyed with it.
The backing is purple with little stars. And I love that binding material- purple background with bright colored polka dots.
Quilt Number 2:Wild Things pattern made with Arcadia fabric.
This one has been in the works for almost two years. It was quilted by a gentleman that my mom knows who recently purchased a quilting machine and wants some practice and is willing to do it for free! And in truth he's done a really good job on both quilts I've had him quilt for me.
And a pretty wild back for a Wild Thing quilt. Just used what I had on hand.
Quilt Number 3:Snowball blocks made with Kate Spain's 12 Days of Christmas
I love this fabric! And the snowball blocks were fun to make, even if they don't really look like snowballs. This quilt was also done by my mom's friend for free. I asked for a patterned that mirrored the poinsettia's in the border and I like the way it turned out (click on it for a closer view).
The back is some fa la la flannel that is oh so soft.So there ends my quilt show for today.
Friday, December 10, 2010
Divineness Sugar Cookies
I know that there are hundreds of sugar cookie recipes out there, but I really wanted to share this one because they are some of the best ever! It's the frosting that really does it- particularly the almond and coconut flavoring. So without further ado- Divineness Sugar Cookies!
(sorry for the distant picture, please just ignore the store bought Oreos, and focus in on those yummy aqua frosted rounds)Divineness Sugar Cookie
1 pound butter
3 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 pound butter
3 eggs
2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla
mix and then add
5 1/2 - 6 cups flour
1 teaspoon soda
Roll dough into paper roll size log and wrap in wax paper. Put into fridge for 1-2 hours.
Cut slices 1/2 - 3/4 inch thick.
Bake at 350 degrees for 10 - 12 minutes.
Divineness Frosting
1/2 cube butter
1/2 cream cheese bar
5 cups powdered sugar
evaporated milk (to get right consistency of frosting)
1/4 teaspoon almond flavoring
1/4 teaspoon coconut flavoring
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon soda
Roll dough into paper roll size log and wrap in wax paper. Put into fridge for 1-2 hours.
Cut slices 1/2 - 3/4 inch thick.
Bake at 350 degrees for 10 - 12 minutes.
Divineness Frosting
1/2 cube butter
1/2 cream cheese bar
5 cups powdered sugar
evaporated milk (to get right consistency of frosting)
1/4 teaspoon almond flavoring
1/4 teaspoon coconut flavoring
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Frost cookies and Enjoy!
Here's hoping your holidays are merry and bright!
Monday, November 29, 2010
Now in an Etsy Store Near You
It is true, I opened an Etsy shop. And honestly it was harder and more stressful than I thought it would be. But I persevered and my handiwork can now be found at www.nancynoodleshop.etsy.com
These pictures represent the three different Christmas tree ornaments that are available, although there are different variations. So please stop by and take a look around.
For now there are Christmas ornaments, but who knows what tomorrow may bring.
Oh, and if you'd like to win a selvage Christmas tree ornament stop by this blog later today.
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