I am happy to report that Side Effects is complete. Read about the process here.
Even though I had (still do) at least two other projects that are urgent, this is the one that I wanted to finish.
Why?
May be because these scraps helped me through my doldrums.
Chose a Christmas backing. Quilted with gentle curves. Red binding makes it pop.
I am happy about the side effects of quilting - Scraps to make more quilts!
Am I happy about the side effects of marriage - Fighting? Not directly.
But, indirectly speaking - "make-up sex is worth fighting for", said Nick (Dermot Mulroney) in the movie - The Wedding Date, 2005
And, I would never argue with Dermot Mulroney. Paul knows :-)
Once we had made peace, it was perfectly logical for Paul to ask for food, dates and other favors.
He asked for a zippered pouch.
Me: What? Really?
Paul: Yeah.
Me: Whatever for?
Paul: To keep stuff in when I am traveling
Me: OK. Do you know how big?
Paul: Awkward silence
Me: Do you want to pick out fabric?
He picked the stamps fabric (thanks to Jake) and also chose a peachy zipper to match.
Me: What about the design?
Paul: What do you mean?
Me: Stiff or Soft, 3-D or flat, handle or not
Paul: 3-D is good, don't really need a handle.
Me: OK, stiff or soft?
Paul: Soft. You know I like soft things...
(The twinkle in his eyes met with a glare in mine.)
Me: Are we still talking about fabric bags?
What did I do? Well, since I am the ideal, loving wife, I not only honored his request, I made him a set of coordinated travel pouches.
Between the Side effects and many pouches and baskets, I had used up a lot of scraps. Time for something new :-D
Let's go shopping.
These are a few things that caught my eye for obvious reasons and that they are on clearance!!! Like 40 - 50% off. YAY!!!
1. Marcus Fabrics Intrigue Pink
2. Anthology Shibori Fat Quarter - Imagine skinny strips of this gorgeous fabrics between wide black/charcoal strips
3. Moda Tucker Prairie Fat Quarter Bundle - You will not get this FQ bundle at this ridiculous price anywhere else. Guaranteed.
4. Andover Sun Print Precuts - Love these colors - so rich and so versatile. Must for every stash.
I know, I know you are on a fabric diet because you are oh so swimming in fabric. Well then, may be you would consider one of these classes, all of them are just $19.99
I will be linking with all my favorite linky parties as well as One Monthly Goal.
Which fabric caught your eye and why? Please let me know cause I love hearing from you.
This blogpost contains affiliate links.
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| Paul, the model |
Even though I had (still do) at least two other projects that are urgent, this is the one that I wanted to finish.
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| For Sandra, who loves this shot of quilts (see the cute elephant in the corner) |
Why?
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| Feathers, Beads and Cupcakes |
May be because these scraps helped me through my doldrums.
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| I see Fish. Can you find the rabbit? |
Chose a Christmas backing. Quilted with gentle curves. Red binding makes it pop.
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| Red Binding on a Christmasy Backing = Christmas in July |
I am happy about the side effects of quilting - Scraps to make more quilts!
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| Color me Happy |
Am I happy about the side effects of marriage - Fighting? Not directly.
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| Labelled |
But, indirectly speaking - "make-up sex is worth fighting for", said Nick (Dermot Mulroney) in the movie - The Wedding Date, 2005
And, I would never argue with Dermot Mulroney. Paul knows :-)
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| Side Effects |
Once we had made peace, it was perfectly logical for Paul to ask for food, dates and other favors.
He asked for a zippered pouch.
Me: What? Really?
Paul: Yeah.
Me: Whatever for?
Paul: To keep stuff in when I am traveling
Me: OK. Do you know how big?
Paul: Awkward silence
Me: Do you want to pick out fabric?
He picked the stamps fabric (thanks to Jake) and also chose a peachy zipper to match.
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| Fabric from a dear friend Jake :-) |
Me: What about the design?
Paul: What do you mean?
Me: Stiff or Soft, 3-D or flat, handle or not
Paul: 3-D is good, don't really need a handle.
Me: OK, stiff or soft?
Paul: Soft. You know I like soft things...
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| the tall & short of it |
(The twinkle in his eyes met with a glare in mine.)
Me: Are we still talking about fabric bags?
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| Green Lining, Peach Zipper |
What did I do? Well, since I am the ideal, loving wife, I not only honored his request, I made him a set of coordinated travel pouches.
 |
| Only batting, no interfacing for soft bags |
Between the Side effects and many pouches and baskets, I had used up a lot of scraps. Time for something new :-D
Let's go shopping.
These are a few things that caught my eye for obvious reasons and that they are on clearance!!! Like 40 - 50% off. YAY!!!
1. Marcus Fabrics Intrigue Pink
2. Anthology Shibori Fat Quarter - Imagine skinny strips of this gorgeous fabrics between wide black/charcoal strips
3. Moda Tucker Prairie Fat Quarter Bundle - You will not get this FQ bundle at this ridiculous price anywhere else. Guaranteed.
4. Andover Sun Print Precuts - Love these colors - so rich and so versatile. Must for every stash.
I know, I know you are on a fabric diet because you are oh so swimming in fabric. Well then, may be you would consider one of these classes, all of them are just $19.99
I will be linking with all my favorite linky parties as well as One Monthly Goal.
Which fabric caught your eye and why? Please let me know cause I love hearing from you.
This blogpost contains affiliate links.
