A Return to Simplicity.

I just couldn't wait for the new Tilda range to be released and I must admit it was only home a couple of days when the scissors came out.  The first thing I made was a little fabric box for the craft room. Followed by this cute mug rug that used up some of the scraps from making the box above. I think I'll be making a couple more of these and even an apple or two to compliment the pears. What are you planning to do with your new Tilda fabric?

I used a tutorial from Kerryanne of Shabby Art Boutique to make some pretties for myself and friends. A couple of pieces of balsa wood from Spotlight turned into these lovely thread holders.  I still have a few more to cut out and finish but I love using mine already. Why not pop over to Shabby Art Boutique and make a couple for yourself.

Are you ready to make a little Owl Pincushion? Requirements: Two pieces of fabric (the largest one measuring at least 6" x 7") for the main body and                         base and a smaller piece for the center insert. Stuffing Thread to match fabric Template plastic or cardboard Two buttons Usual sewing equipment Before we begin download the template sheet HERE .  Please check your printer to ensure it prints to the correct scale. Finished size: Approximately 3" Note : You can cut out the templates from the sheet or transfer the shapes to template plastic or cardboard if you are going to make a few. You will need to cut out the circle (base "C" ) in cardboard or template plastic as this will be used as part of the pincushion when completed.  Using the templates transfer the shapes onto the fabric.  Cut out all shapes on the line except "C" which is cut out with...

These cute little owl pincushions are simple to make and are a lovely little gift for someone special. I posted a sneak peek on Wednesday on Facebook. Which turned into these! The little blue one is the prototype and the others are made from my lovely Tilda stash. I have been encouraged to do a tutorial  by Jenny of Elefantz and I am working on this over the weekend. Will post on Monday. So if you are wanting the pattern and instructions, thanks for waiting.

I know that I'm not alone in wanting to get my hands on the new Tilda book and fabric range and although I decided to not have a go at anything without a pattern (DD will confirm this)  I just couldn't help myself! So using fabric from my Tilda stash I had a go. I did things a little different to what the pattern is going to say and I made it according to my own size based on a pair of little scissors. Pretty happy with the end result and I had lots of fun putting it together but I really know why I don't like to needle turn anything!  Now I have a handy sewing kit to pack in my bag when I go stitching. Off to the mountains tomorrow to stitch with wonderful friends so of course I'll take along my new sewing kit.