Sunday, June 28, 2020

Rock the Boat Waterfall Version Quilt Homecoming


 My Rock the Boat Waterfall Version Quilt is finally home again!

 This quilt was made using the Island Batik Graphic Gems fabric collection.

 It's backed in another fabulous Island Batik fabric.  I think this fabric is called Universe?  

 This quilt features lots of fun four patch blocks.  

 The Island Batik fabrics really sparkle and shine across the quilt top.  I love purples and teals together, don't you?  

 So pretty in the kitchen morning light.

 In the Waterfall version of Rock the Boat the colors cascade down the quilt from light to dark.

If you would like to sew this quilt, the pattern is available in my Etsy shop, here:  Rock the Boat Waterfall Version.  

Be creative ~ Sew something beautiful today.

Jennifer Thomas

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Friday, June 26, 2020

New Project Fabric Pull!

Teaser today!  Here's the fabric pull for my newest project.  All Island Batik fabrics.  From left to right, the first three are from the Whispering Feathers collection, then a green blender, a green solid, and ending with the black solid.  More to come in a future post...

Note:  These fabrics were given to me by Island Batik at no cost to me.

Be creative ~ Sew something beautiful today.

Jennifer Thomas


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Thursday, June 25, 2020

Quilting the Crocker Baby Quilt ~ Part One

 This is the Crocker Baby Quilt top.  This pattern is by Jeni Baker.  It was included in the May 2020 Quilty Box.  You can read my first post about this quilt here:  Crocker Baby Quilt

Note:  The fabric and pattern for this project were given to me by Quilty Box at no cost to me.
I'm quilting all of the half square triangle sections with back and forth lines over the gray triangle and sunbursts over the yellow triangle.

I'm having fun with the 36 squares, quilting a different design in each one.  

I quilted them all freehand, with no marking or rulers.

I'm quilting this project on my Juki TL98E.

I used four different colors of King Tut thread by Superior: Silver Bullet, Obsidian, Edwardian Blue, and Olde Golde.

The batting is Hobbs Heirloom Cotton.

The fabrics are from the Pottery Collection by the Quilting Cowboy for Windham.  I supplemented these fabrics with a few golds and grays from my stash.

I'm having so much fun quilting this project!  I can't wait to finish up and show you the rest of the blocks.  It's like a sampler of quilting designs.

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Jennifer Thomas


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Monday, June 22, 2020

Quilty Box ~ What's Inside the June 2020 Box?

 What's inside the June 2020 Quilty Box?  Trail Mix is curious.

Note:  This subscription box was given to me at no cost by Quilty Box.
 Potpourri fabric bundle by Quilty Box featured designer, Laura Heine!  
Five fat quarters and seven fat eighths.

 I didn't realize just how lovely these fabrics are until I opened the package and fanned them out.  Wow!  They are like a fresh breath of Spring air.

 You've probably seen Laura Heine's collage quilts.  She talks about them in her interview inside Bundles of Inspiration, plus her pattern to make this quilt is included.

 Also this month has an 8 ounce tub of Quilter's Rule quilt soap!  Enough for 16 washes!  I'm excited to try this on my quilts.

 A handy new tape measure from Clover ~ Yay!

WonderFil thread in a soft pink color.  Yum!  Time to get sewing.

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Thursday, June 18, 2020

New in the Curlicue Creations Shop ~ Week of 06/18/2020

A beautiful cut of quilting fabric, Green Basketweave quilt fabric, by Fabric Traditions. Fat quarter cut of 100 percent cotton. Easy care, machine wash cold water, tumble dry low.

This is a vintage destash fabric, not a new, off the bolt cut. This fabric may or may not have been pre-washed.

The design on this fabric features a green basket weave design. Perfect for your next quilting or home sewing project. So unique - be creative!

A beautiful cut of quilting fabric, Gold with Metallic Gold Specks quilt fabric. Fat quarter cut of 100 percent cotton. Easy care, machine wash cold water, tumble dry low.

This is a vintage destash fabric, not a new, off the bolt cut. This fabric may or may not have been pre-washed.

The design on this fabric features tiny metallic gold specks over a golden yellow background. Perfect for your next quilting or home sewing project. So unique - be creative!

A beautiful cut of quilting fabric, Yellow Fossil Fern quilt fabric, by Benartex. Fat quarter cut of 100 percent cotton. Easy care, machine wash cold water, tumble dry low.

This is a vintage destash fabric, not a new, off the bolt cut. This fabric may or may not have been pre-washed.

The design on this fabric features abstract yellow ferns over a yellow background. Perfect for your next quilting or home sewing project. So unique - be creative!

A beautiful cut of quilting fabric, Yellow Marbled quilt fabric. Fat quarter cut of 100 percent cotton. Easy care, machine wash cold water, tumble dry low.

This is a vintage destash fabric, not a new, off the bolt cut. This fabric may or may not have been pre-washed.

The design on this fabric features a yellow marbled design over a yellow background. Perfect for your next quilting or home sewing project. So unique - be creative!

A beautiful cut of quilting fabric, Orange Fossil Fern quilt fabric, by Benartex. Fat quarter cut of 100 percent cotton. Easy care, machine wash cold water, tumble dry low.

This is a vintage destash fabric, not a new, off the bolt cut. This fabric may or may not have been pre-washed.

The design on this fabric features abstract orange ferns over an orange background. Perfect for your next quilting or home sewing project. So unique - be creative!

A beautiful cut of quilting fabric, Red and White Polka Dot quilt fabric. Fat quarter cut of 100 percent cotton. Easy care, machine wash cold water, tumble dry low.

This is a vintage destash fabric, not a new, off the bolt cut. This fabric may or may not have been pre-washed.

The design on this fabric features white polka dots over a red background. Perfect for your next quilting or home sewing project. So unique - be creative!

Machine Quilting Made Easy Quilt Book, is a wonderful quilting pattern book to add to your library. This book is filled with informative text, diagrams, and full color and black and white photos, and includes many quilt patterns to practice your quilting and learn new skills.

This book is softcover, in good condition. Color and black and white photos throughout. 63 pages. Copyright 1994.

This book will help you plan and sew machine quilting designs and techniques. This book includes the following chapters: Introduction, How to Use this Book, Supplies, Quilting Techniques, Planning Your Quilting, Quilting the Quilt, Tying a Quilt by Machine, Finishing Techniques, Tables, Resource List/References, About the Author, and Gallery of Quilts.

Applique Made Easy is an excellent quilting book, part of the Rodale's Successful Quilting Library. This book is filled with techniques and tips regarding all aspects of applique.

This book is hardcover, in very good condition. Color photos throughout. 128 pages. Copyright 1998.

This book is packed with all the valuable information you'll ever need to become an expert in nearly any type of applique. Photos, tips, and detailed instructions are included to help you learn to machine applique, hand applique, curves and points, bias stems, molas, and more. This book also includes a glossary, index, and appendix.

Rotary Roundup Quilt Book, is a wonderful quilting pattern book to add to your library. This book is filled with informative text, diagrams, and full color photos, and includes many quilt patterns to practice your quilting and learn new skills.

This book is softcover, in good condition. Color photos throughout. 143 pages. Copyright 1994.

This book will help you plan and sew your own unique quilt using rotary cutting techniques with patterns included throughout the book. This book also includes the following chapters: Introduction, Gallery, Materials and Supplies, Fabric, Rotary Cutting, Machine Piecing, Applique, Quilt Patterns (40 Patterns!), Finishing Your Quilt, Quilting Suggestions, and Templates.

McCall's 5399, misses top and wall caddy pattern, sizes 10, and 12.

Adorn your self in this classic style blouse. This pattern features elastic neckline, bow, and raglan sleeves. Can also be sewn with elastic waistline option. Bonus craft pattern included to sew a hanging wall caddy featuring contrast pockets with elastic casings.

Picture yourself wearing this cute little top to a picnic at the lake, out shopping, or even just enjoying your home. This piece will inspire you to be confident, plus, you can say you made it yourself!

This pattern is in uncut, factory folded condition. The envelope is worn. Vintage 1976.

Bust 32-1/2, 34
Waist 25, 26-1/2
Hip 34-1/2, 36
Back-neck to waist 16, 16-1/4

McCall's 4710 Toddler's and Children's Cardigan, Top, Pants, Shorts Pattern, sizes 1, 2.

This enticing children's pattern sews a cute and comfy child's wardrobe. Loose fitting cardigan features button or snap closure and ribbed knit trim. Pullover top has short sleeves and shoulder opening. Tank top is also pullover style. Pants and shorts have elastic waists and pockets. All garments are suitable for stretch knit fabrics only.

Picture your child wearing this comfy outfit every day. Mix and match for maxium looks.

This pattern is in uncut, factory folded condition. The envelope is a little worn. Vintage 1990.

Breast/Chest 20, 21
Waist 19-1/2, 20

Sew this lovely misses skirt, pants and shorts pattern for everyday wear. Easy pattern from the McCall's Woman's Day Collection pattern line. All garments have side seam pockets and back zipper closure gathered into waistband. Skirt is straight style with back vent. Pants are tapered.

Beautiful! Make some pretty and casual outfits with this pattern.

This pattern is in like new, factory folded, uncut condition. The envelope is a little worn. Sizes 8, 10 and 12. Vintage 1993.

Bust 31-1/2, 32-1/2, 34
Waist 24, 25, 26-1/2
Hip 33-1/2, 34-1/2, 36
Back waist length 15-3/4, 16, 16-1/4

Sew this lovely misses top and skirt in two views for everyday wear. Easy pattern from the Butterick Jessica Howard Fast and Easy pattern line. Top is semi-fitted, slightly flared with self or contrast collar, extended shoulders, shoulder pads, princess seaming and long sleeves. Skirt is straight style, semi-fitted, above mid knee or mid-knee length with waistband, back zipper closure, and hemline slit.

Beautiful! Make some pretty and casual outfits with this pattern.

This pattern is in like new, factory folded, uncut condition. The envelope is a little worn. Sizes 6, 8, and 10. Vintage 1993.

Bust 30-1/2, 31-1/2, 32-1/2
Waist 23, 24, 25
Hip 32-1/2, 33-1/2, 34-1/2

Sew these lovely misses blouses and pants for everyday wear. Easy pattern from the Butterick See and Sew pattern line. Blouse is loose fit with pointed convertible collar, front button closure, drawstring hemline, short kimono sleeves, drawstring shoulders, and top stitching. Pants are straight leg cut with elastic waist and back zipper.

Beautiful! Make some pretty and casual blouses and pants with this pattern.

This pattern is in like new, factory folded, uncut condition. The envelope is a little worn. Size 10. Vintage 1970s.

Bust 32-1/2
Waist 25
Hip 34-1/2
Back-neck to waist 16

A beautiful cut of quilting fabric, Burgundy Red Marbles quilt fabric by Moda. Fat quarter cut of 100 percent cotton. Easy care, machine wash cold water, tumble dry low.

This is a vintage destash fabric, not a new, off the bolt cut. This fabric may or may not have been pre-washed.

The design on this fabric is an abstract marbled burgundy red. Perfect for your next quilting or home sewing project. So unique - be creative!

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Jennifer Thomas

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