Weekend

Another weekend is upon us. I am losing track of time lately. Is it me or does time seem to be flying by? Here in New jersey we will have a heat index of 107 all weekend. I am sure most of the country is under the same heat. Stay cool my friends and remember to do something you enjoy this weekend. I am hoping to spend some time in the sewing room and also connecting with family and friends.

Weekend

Another weekend is upon us. I am losing track of time lately. Is it me or does time seem to be flying by? Here in New jersey we will have a heat index of 107 all weekend. I am sure most of the country is under the same heat. Stay cool my friends and remember to do something you enjoy this weekend. I am hoping to spend some time in the sewing room and also connecting with family and friends.

Week Wide Fourth of July Sale-ebration!

I am so excited about celebrating the birth of our great nation that for 1 week only all items in my shop are 10 % off.  Don't miss out on this  great sale.

 



 

 

“Liberty is the right to choose. Freedom is the result of the right choice.” - Anon

Week Wide Fourth of July Sale-ebration!

I am so excited about celebrating the birth of our great nation that for 1 week only all items in my shop are 10 % off.  Don't miss out on this  great sale.









“Liberty is the right to choose. Freedom is the result of the right choice.” - Anon

It breaks my heart to see or hear of a child who is struggling with an illness. Recently, my girlfriend posted on facebook that a  friend of her daughter was going through treatment for Cancer. I decided that Kk needed a quilt to cuddle up with.  I normally would not blog about this but I'd send it and move on. However, I got the cutest picture and wanted to share it. Here is a picture of Kk with her quilt.  It is so nice to see the smile on her face. If you would like to read more about Kk you can follow  her story here  https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/katelynceciliasilviano/createorsignin

It breaks my heart to see or hear of a child who is struggling with an illness. Recently, my girlfriend posted on facebook that a  friend of her daughter was going through treatment for Cancer. I decided that Kk needed a quilt to cuddle up with.  I normally would not blog about this but I'd send it and move on. However, I got the cutest picture and wanted to share it. Here is a picture of Kk with her quilt.  It is so nice to see the smile on her face. If you would like to read more about Kk you can follow  her story here  https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/katelynceciliasilviano/createorsignin

Quilts Quilts Everywhere. . .

I had a little break from life this week. My husband and I went to Atlantic City for his birthday.  We had an amazing time. When we checked in we got upgraded to a suite because it was hubby's birthday. We enjoyed a romantic dinner and breakfast in bed. However, quilts were never far from my mind. In our hotel room alone I saw quilts in three spots.



Imagine all the colors you could use to do a positive / negative quilt like these chair backs. Also, this painting gave me a great idea for a quilt. If you are afraid of circles like I use to be I suggest checking out this book by Dale Fleming. It was a great help to me http://www.amazon.com/Pieced-Curves-So-Simple-Applique/dp/1571202935

 

In addition to doing the casinos we went down to North Wildwood and had lunch on the boardwalk and stuck our feet in the water.



I truly hope you all had as nice of a week as I did. Have a wonderful weekend. TGIF!!!

Quilts Quilts Everywhere. . .

I had a little break from life this week. My husband and I went to Atlantic City for his birthday.  We had an amazing time. When we checked in we got upgraded to a suite because it was hubby's birthday. We enjoyed a romantic dinner and breakfast in bed. However, quilts were never far from my mind. In our hotel room alone I saw quilts in three spots.





Imagine all the colors you could use to do a positive / negative quilt like these chair backs. Also, this painting gave me a great idea for a quilt. If you are afraid of circles like I use to be I suggest checking out this book by Dale Fleming. It was a great help to me http://www.amazon.com/Pieced-Curves-So-Simple-Applique/dp/1571202935





In addition to doing the casinos we went down to North Wildwood and had lunch on the boardwalk and stuck our feet in the water.





I truly hope you all had as nice of a week as I did. Have a wonderful weekend. TGIF!!!

Summer bags

The thought of summer brings to mind bright fun colors. Lots of colors and carefree summer nights. I just added new bags to my page. You can see all the colors at  https://www.etsy.com/your/shops/TheQuiltHandler

I will no longer be publishing at bits and pieces. You can now catch my blog at QuiltHandler.com. I hope to see you there :)

Dog's Best Friend

If you are anything like me your dog is part of the family. My dog is my baby and we love her like a child. My most recent client clearly feels the same way we do.  Her friend is having a baby boy and so this is the bib she wanted customized. Dutch is the dog !



 

Dog's Best Friend

If you are anything like me your dog is part of the family. My dog is my baby and we love her like a child. My most recent client clearly feels the same way we do.  Her friend is having a baby boy and so this is the bib she wanted customized. Dutch is the dog !

Summer is coming

Summer is coming and the Quilt Handler is ready. I just added a few listings at our etsy shop. I will be adding beach bags and BBQ aprons shortly so keep your eyes open. One thing that goes with summer is weddings.  I recently made these bags up for a bride. She is using them as emergency kits/ gifts for her bridesmaids.  What a great idea! I wish I had thought of it for my wedding.

 

 

 

Summer is coming

Summer is coming and the Quilt Handler is ready. I just added a few listings at our etsy shop. I will be adding beach bags and BBQ aprons shortly so keep your eyes open. One thing that goes with summer is weddings.  I recently made these bags up for a bride. She is using them as emergency kits/ gifts for her bridesmaids.  What a great idea! I wish I had thought of it for my wedding.

Sports Fans

Another creative client asked me to do this bib for her. I thought it was a great idea !

Sports Fans

Another creative client asked me to do this bib for her. I thought it was a great idea !

Who could ask for a better Father's Day Gift.

I recently got an order for 2 bibs .These bibs are being used to announce pregnancy to family members. I was surprised when I started getting these orders. This order is my 5th for announcement bibs. Anyhow, the bibs for this order are going to be given to the new Grandpa's on Father's Day. I think this is such a cool way to let those special people know you are expecting. It is truly an honor for me to be a part of this exiting time in people's lives.



 

 

Who could ask for a better Father's Day Gift.

I recently got an order for 2 bibs .These bibs are being used to announce pregnancy to family members. I was surprised when I started getting these orders. This order is my 5th for announcement bibs. Anyhow, the bibs for this order are going to be given to the new Grandpa's on Father's Day. I think this is such a cool way to let those special people know you are expecting. It is truly an honor for me to be a part of this exiting time in people's lives.

June???

OK is it me, or is time flying by? ? It is hard to believe it is June already. I feel like it was just Christmas. Speaking of Christmas how many of you have started shopping or sewing already? I have begun to brainstorm but can't bring myself to start just yet. Maybe I will be inspired by Christmas in July sales.

June???

OK is it me, or is time flying by? ? It is hard to believe it is June already. I feel like it was just Christmas. Speaking of Christmas how many of you have started shopping or sewing already? I have begun to brainstorm but can't bring myself to start just yet. Maybe I will be inspired by Christmas in July sales.

Happy Saturday

I hope you are all enjoying your Saturday. It is a busy Saturday at the Quilt Handler. I purchased new cotton lined with vinyl in green and yellow today to do some more gender neutral bibs for my Etsy shop. I am also digitizing a logo and working on 3 custom bib orders. For those of you that embroider and use a Bernina machine, I highly recommend getting the designer plus software version 6. It is so easy to alter designs and digitize images. When I bought my software I got a free class with it, It will be awhile before I schedule my class. However, in the meantime there are a ton of video tutorials on the web. I am a very visual person and these tutorials are awesome.  I am truly amazed at what sewing machines or should I say sewing computers( that really is what they are ) can do. When I finish my bib orders for the week I will be posting pics so come back soon. In the meantime, have a Happy Saturday and a relaxing weekend :)

Happy Saturday

I hope you are all enjoying your Saturday. It is a busy Saturday at the Quilt Handler. I purchased new cotton lined with vinyl in green and yellow today to do some more gender neutral bibs for my Etsy shop. I am also digitizing a logo and working on 3 custom bib orders. For those of you that embroider and use a Bernina machine, I highly recommend getting the designer plus software version 6. It is so easy to alter designs and digitize images. When I bought my software I got a free class with it, It will be awhile before I schedule my class. However, in the meantime there are a ton of video tutorials on the web. I am a very visual person and these tutorials are awesome.  I am truly amazed at what sewing machines or should I say sewing computers( that really is what they are ) can do. When I finish my bib orders for the week I will be posting pics so come back soon. In the meantime, have a Happy Saturday and a relaxing weekend :)