tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9838651171151409992024-03-13T20:39:27.184-07:00Our Ilan & Quinna craft blog and handmade itemsOur Ilan and Quinnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03361481669085359173noreply@blogger.comBlogger138125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-983865117115140999.post-24112921339892359152013-03-26T12:47:00.001-07:002013-03-26T12:56:01.359-07:00The big long bike.Well it's been a long time since a post from me. Almost a year to be exact. Not much going on, raising kids, sewing a little and dreaming about a long tail cargo bike. So now, my dreams realized, this little sewing blog may morph into a family bike riding blog....with some sewing. I have been following blogs lately that have been using cargo bikes to haul their kidlets around and I was impressed. Really impressed. Some families used their bikes as a second means of transportation, others opted to be car free altogether. Some families traveled the world on their cargo bikes with their kids. So awesome and what a way to enjoy life! So here begins our family adventure. I may spend more time outside than behind the sewing machine. But that's ok. I am loving where this family adventure may take us! Today marked the first day of our family ride on a Surly Big Dummy and it was a blast! Woot!<br />
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<br />Our Ilan and Quinnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03361481669085359173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-983865117115140999.post-70613532159328453472012-03-09T18:50:00.001-08:002012-03-13T09:11:40.866-07:00Beginner Sewing at Center 64- March 26, 27th & April 2,3/12Come join me for Beginner Sewing Series at Center 64, Kimberly, BC<br />
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Day 1- Sewing Machine Basics, Basic Stitching and Finishing, Fabric Layout & cutting, Project Planning <br />
Day 2- Project 1- Fabric bucket <br />
Day 3- Project 2- Patchwork potholders or Hanging Hoop Pocket for sewing supplies <br />
Day 4- Handbag or simple bias A-line skirt</div>
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<li>Sewing Machine in good working order</li>
<li>Fabric Scissors</li>
<li>Straight pins</li>
<li>measuring tape</li>
<li>neutral colored thread such as light grey, or white.</li>
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Day 1- The Fabric Bucket<br />
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This project is an easy, yet will test the beginner's skill at sewing around a curve, adding lining and top stitching for a nice finish. The fabric buckets below were featured in the Spring edition of Stitch Magazine and are lined with oilcloth so they can be used for plants or other potentially messy items. I didn't have oilcloth at the time when I tried the pattern but I would love to give it a try for the class. Below is my version without the oilcloth. <br />
Day 2 - There will be two options day 2. Option 1 is a patchwork potholder, which gives participants experience with stitching straight lines, patchwork piecing, and sewing through thicker layers. Option 2 is a bit more involved but would be very useful to decorate your sewing space. It involves making a simple patchwork pouch that is secured by a large embroidery hoop. Option 2 would enhance the same skills mentioned above for option 1. Below is a collage of some of my favorite Flickr finds for both options.<br />
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1. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/28929903@N02/5454274396/">{SUTK} received - hotpads!</a>, 2. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/70160312@N04/6963546495/">_MG_3553</a>, 3. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/8394249@N06/524849662/">Pot Holders</a>, 4. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/39374878@N08/6938797671/">happy scrappy pot-holder</a>, 5. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/40857207@N05/6167288626/">Hanging Hoop Wall Pocket Swap</a>, 6. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/27551624@N08/6178321421/">Hanging hoop swap, hope you like it</a>, 7. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/35368186@N06/6140550782/">Hanging Hoop Wall Pocket Swap</a>, 8. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/9088822@N08/3342935303/">Apple Hot Pad</a>, 9. <a href="http://flickr.com/photos/21379003@N08/3872673426/">Hot pads</a></div>
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I quickly set to work to try the project out despite not having any yummy Echino fabric or oilcloth for that matter. I also didn't have any heavy fusible interfacing either! So I just paired contrasting cotton quilting weight fabric and used cotton batting as my interfacing. I am happy with the result in a "ok. Not as flashy and eye catching as the original" but I am happy with the pattern. The pattern comes in two sizes and I made the larger one. It would definitely fit a nice. Medium sized plant if that is your intention. I think the smaller one would be great for pencils and craft items. The larger one I could definitely see myself using it for sorting small toys with the kids. This was the first time sewing a circle bottom bucket and thank goodness I am taking Stitched in Color's Curves class. My circle needs a bit of work. I will definitely do this project again using oilcloth and heavier fabric for the outer. I have already scoured Etsy for those hard to find Echino prints of last season. <br />
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<span style="margin: 0pt;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferniecreativeminds/6860633911/">Clamshell pillow</a>, a photo by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferniecreativeminds/">Our Ilan & Quinn</a> on Flickr.</span></div>
Late last night I started my clamshell pillow for the Curves Class from <a href="http://www.stitchedincolor.com/">Stiched in Color</a>. I hope I don't get into trouble....I am not following the instructions exactly. I decided to reinforce my clamshells with Seam to Seam double sided fusible web. Then I will iron them on and sew them right on to the pillow. I am sooo greatful to a really sweet friend in Fernie who sent me a bag of scraps. I love how nothing really matches but it somehow goes together. Stay tuned for the final project!Our Ilan and Quinnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03361481669085359173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-983865117115140999.post-1603096223941967622012-02-09T07:17:00.001-08:002012-02-09T07:17:40.617-08:00Project 2. Stitched in Color<div style="margin: 0 0 10px 0; padding: 0; font-size: 0.8em; line-height: 1.6em;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferniecreativeminds/6843116683/" title="Project 2. Stitched in Color"><img src="http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7008/6843116683_58de8f01d6.jpg" alt="Project 2. Stitched in Color by Our Ilan & Quinn" /></a><br/><span style="margin: 0;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferniecreativeminds/6843116683/">Project 2. Stitched in Color</a>, a photo by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferniecreativeminds/">Our Ilan & Quinn</a> on Flickr.</span></div><p></p>Our Ilan and Quinnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03361481669085359173noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-983865117115140999.post-31769359570337629562012-02-09T07:13:00.001-08:002012-02-09T07:16:51.918-08:00Project 1 Stitched in Color<div style="font-size: 0.8em; line-height: 1.6em; margin: 0 0 10px 0; padding: 0;">
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<span style="margin: 0pt;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferniecreativeminds/6841302795/">Project 1 Stitched in Color</a>, a photo by <a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/ferniecreativeminds/">Our Ilan & Quinn</a> on Flickr.</span></div>
I am taking a class from Rachel from <a href="http://www.stitchedincolor.com/">Stitched in Color</a> on sewing curves. I am really enjoying it and love the fact there are multiple projects to work on. It forces me to start and finish things that I haven't thought to try. I am also making a good dent in my scraps. The first project was a curved bunting for Quinn's room. I especially love to see what everyone else is making and I am browsing the <a href="http://www.flickr.com/groups/stitchedincolor/">Stitched in Color Flickr group</a> incessantly! Fantastic work everyone!Our Ilan and Quinnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03361481669085359173noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-983865117115140999.post-6501663500891905652012-02-02T12:22:00.000-08:002012-02-02T12:22:48.590-08:00Stitched in Color - Premium Curves ClassI am so happy I was able to sign up for Rachel's <a href="http://stitchedincolor.bigcartel.com/">Premium Curves Class. </a>I am not an experienced quilter and most of my sewing has been for my children and some clothes for me. I am addicted to quilting though and I really would love to make it my passion. It never occurred to me until recently to take an online course and it is just what I need! As a mom to 2 young kids I can't always get out to the local quilt shop to learn from others. This opportunity fits my life right now and I am so grateful!<br />
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As for sewing curves. I have tried on 2 occasions, once using <a href="http://sewtakeahike.typepad.com/sewtakeahike/2010/10/modus-operandi.html">this tutorial </a>by Sewtakeahike.<br />
I actually ended up with a mug rug looking nothing like her block so I gave up and it became what it is today....Then I tried a block inspired by <a href="http://www.modabakeshop.com/2010/11/i-dance-in-circles.html">this tutorial</a> and didn't get far as I ended up moving away from the curved piecing. At any rate, I am excited to have the guidance (and inspiration) from others and structure to conquer my fears and complete a project! <br />
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I am super excited to be doing a <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/">free online course</a> by Amy Gibson featuring various techniques. January featured "slash blocks", a quick and easy way to end up with complicated looking blocks. I am really glad I ventured to do this. I usually don't start major quilt projects as I like a quick fix. I am more likely to make up a pair of baby/toddler pants or work on a hat so I can see immediate results. I am so fond of quilting though and really would love to accomplish more than I have. I am finding with this course I can get a block done during my kid's naptime and then eagerly await the next lesson! There are two blocks in January and this morning I completed the asterix block. In the video, Amy uses white as the background color but all I had on hand was a dark gray. Tonite I hope to finish the wonky pound sign and post pictures.<br />
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I am a lucky woman!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0KxvItnkgTBmP0DN062b4ft-mHQTRWdDjbydtQhRfR-OQg3RO1RwQVQ0pMn0aLmUxmNue01_-v7Z0n7RV9o2pYbTEg7xhipWFMHBAliJzCJsHcmAn0OXaab1U5PkqexUivUYbEGGf3N7I/s1600/P1020005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0KxvItnkgTBmP0DN062b4ft-mHQTRWdDjbydtQhRfR-OQg3RO1RwQVQ0pMn0aLmUxmNue01_-v7Z0n7RV9o2pYbTEg7xhipWFMHBAliJzCJsHcmAn0OXaab1U5PkqexUivUYbEGGf3N7I/s320/P1020005.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>Our Ilan and Quinnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03361481669085359173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-983865117115140999.post-65249761162379983342012-01-14T21:37:00.001-08:002012-01-14T21:37:07.296-08:00DIY Pincushion KitsI put together a few do it yourself weighted pincushion kits for sale at Natural Attractions in Kimberley. Each kit contains all the supplies to make your own 9 patch pincushion. I am also using these kits for the Sewing for Beginners class at Center 64 in Kimberley, BC. <div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh33TeSWZGL_I-TmyLYedvwiHJUtVA4LB1_58OiB_Oy2b-Ml9hfZ9U8_GM13CLraag4YlqThE3Gpw6GmfJNnZ2sDfRvP3b4Ifc7NNBIfz9sZO-fD-4qNu8NhlXKD8UAqszMBwq31-Kg9jg8/s640/blogger-image--1328032221.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh33TeSWZGL_I-TmyLYedvwiHJUtVA4LB1_58OiB_Oy2b-Ml9hfZ9U8_GM13CLraag4YlqThE3Gpw6GmfJNnZ2sDfRvP3b4Ifc7NNBIfz9sZO-fD-4qNu8NhlXKD8UAqszMBwq31-Kg9jg8/s640/blogger-image--1328032221.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheRshkgjHff3VWQQHLhMTNyc_b1VP_oxaqheq30bUPt7VI2Qy6hWbY1ruiKFW_8YkkbwEy37bDSyHiwBETc4wBWWma-i3Ymv3tobUTWLC61vu_htpnT2JFTHwH6ShI75gwHD97KD3nfge0/s640/blogger-image-65441046.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheRshkgjHff3VWQQHLhMTNyc_b1VP_oxaqheq30bUPt7VI2Qy6hWbY1ruiKFW_8YkkbwEy37bDSyHiwBETc4wBWWma-i3Ymv3tobUTWLC61vu_htpnT2JFTHwH6ShI75gwHD97KD3nfge0/s640/blogger-image-65441046.jpg" /></a></div>Our Ilan and Quinnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03361481669085359173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-983865117115140999.post-66738609222340418732012-01-14T21:18:00.001-08:002012-01-14T21:19:38.824-08:00Hat for Quinn that stays on!I made this cute newsboy hat with earflaps for Quinn. It perfect! No, I am not bragging about my sewing skills, I simply impressed that it stays on, protects his cheeks from scratchy zippers and is warm! I thrifted a tweed blazer and lined it with fleece. It's snug enough that it doesn't shift around yet will fit him for awhile. Ilan looked pretty cute in it as well! <div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu9O7_YmqKcbA0BoOEuYAjlGTeAqeYVnRrB-6VIFjN0dknoaaqSd7Xywum9jGhAHuK-TzgOGj6TrOgzgag35A2CcDodV-GHZKnfEWyzOvzm6xrtblg4m7CB3sCzU4WTsxHci7wLcirLz1e/s640/blogger-image-1141212554.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu9O7_YmqKcbA0BoOEuYAjlGTeAqeYVnRrB-6VIFjN0dknoaaqSd7Xywum9jGhAHuK-TzgOGj6TrOgzgag35A2CcDodV-GHZKnfEWyzOvzm6xrtblg4m7CB3sCzU4WTsxHci7wLcirLz1e/s640/blogger-image-1141212554.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiujoOImHrcPCzPTbQUyQnqAi939Qn7clcNk5b_d4ecVFWs140jiN_5qw5HfJIAWstyMonO40_IQl8Spzh3ZC4pAxV5-5-yo_tZO5it2qlajKdEJoXSGtlJdAqUyuENUkG8CY4tkETnNXgT/s640/blogger-image-103240037.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiujoOImHrcPCzPTbQUyQnqAi939Qn7clcNk5b_d4ecVFWs140jiN_5qw5HfJIAWstyMonO40_IQl8Spzh3ZC4pAxV5-5-yo_tZO5it2qlajKdEJoXSGtlJdAqUyuENUkG8CY4tkETnNXgT/s640/blogger-image-103240037.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEishasJbUb11qHG5kCeVqag4vxLYeS2_-XnudD3ua6zB8Om8hNFISI85r_muqEPRWiPgqjAIqjJYM45rd3wM3uexE5a-0O6uQvT-kvWeQrcOT_NBo7440kj5bO0PcZbOnRZBzoTOhpl8zZm/s640/blogger-image--1389659201.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEishasJbUb11qHG5kCeVqag4vxLYeS2_-XnudD3ua6zB8Om8hNFISI85r_muqEPRWiPgqjAIqjJYM45rd3wM3uexE5a-0O6uQvT-kvWeQrcOT_NBo7440kj5bO0PcZbOnRZBzoTOhpl8zZm/s640/blogger-image--1389659201.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiusItnDQJIeKkjEWsKf2wwocDDhn38fMsXn3MqLRRYNL1tessF1QW1Lu3_Ex0rW_8S6PeRgwQVjORW1ArkeGlTZpFvYQ8rXqudPj5qI1dTjkfl9a8oAg4BRmiA9ya5oe4jGDo1EQvqE1uL/s640/blogger-image--348127257.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiusItnDQJIeKkjEWsKf2wwocDDhn38fMsXn3MqLRRYNL1tessF1QW1Lu3_Ex0rW_8S6PeRgwQVjORW1ArkeGlTZpFvYQ8rXqudPj5qI1dTjkfl9a8oAg4BRmiA9ya5oe4jGDo1EQvqE1uL/s640/blogger-image--348127257.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator"style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDlR_TSwiT4eYYEnxoMv_YsHWzBMSAPJdwv_gul3cgXgH6IneyH3gk32P04s-S7mo1OVoiXirf2j3zZTxI2FFsSpmfpw_OKnaiVK8C3637SKOF7YpGBALZc0iXmd5Eeqd2BUsVnCZbaH8H/s640/blogger-image--845044262.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDlR_TSwiT4eYYEnxoMv_YsHWzBMSAPJdwv_gul3cgXgH6IneyH3gk32P04s-S7mo1OVoiXirf2j3zZTxI2FFsSpmfpw_OKnaiVK8C3637SKOF7YpGBALZc0iXmd5Eeqd2BUsVnCZbaH8H/s640/blogger-image--845044262.jpg" /></a></div>Our Ilan and Quinnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03361481669085359173noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-983865117115140999.post-43803811764884500362011-12-22T08:59:00.001-08:002011-12-22T08:59:36.416-08:00Now for some finished projects!So despite the long list of unfinished projects, I still insist on starting something new. Sometimes it's nice to whip up quick, easy items that satisfy the sewing urge without expending too much time.<br />
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So here we go! A mug rug with a screen printed mug. Binding for mini quilt. Toddler skirt with screen printed bird pocket. Hexagon placemat. <br />
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It is by far the best hat pattern I have tried and wanted to make one for Quinn but.... It is the middle if winter. He has not a whole lot of hair and not always cooperative with keeping hats on. So I was thinking that somehow I needed to have earflaps and fur lining. Faux of course. Then I remembered a great <a href="http://blog.betzwhite.com/2010/04/hey-baby.html">pattern </a>for an aviator hat from Betz White found in a Stitch magazine (Spring 2010). The first one turned out too small (I had sized it for 12 to 18 months) but I didn't take into account I used really thick furry fleece. So I made the toddler 2/3 and it almost fit me! Mind you I used scant 1/4 inch seems. The next one I used the 12 to 18 month size with a quarter inch seem and top stitched all the seems to keep them flat and provide strength. It looks pretty cute!<br />
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