And here's the rest

As promised, I'm going to share the remaining projects in my new book, but first of all I want to thank everyone for all the comments.  Wow!  It's pretty humbling, (and a bit frightening) knowing that there are so many of you out there who like what I do enough to support and encourage me.  It makes every minute spent working on the projects, fabric, and book so worth it.

So, the first project I want to show you is another one that I gave you a glimpse of a couple weeks ago.  Going along with the sewing theme (I couldn't seem to get that out of my mind) it's another one that I used the new fabrics in and probably the only one in this book that you won't be able to make until the fabric is out in the shops.  Well, you could substitute other fabrics, but what I did was cut up the large print to use in the setting squares for the star, and of course, the border print around the star.

I call this one Spare Buttons, and made it thinking that I would use it on the floor of my booth at Quilt Market.  But my friend that quilted it for me about had a fit when I told her I wanted to do that, so I guess I'll have to put it on a table instead.  I love the rick rack around the edge..... so fun!  

 
And when I get back, one of the things I plan on doing is a post on finishing a quilt with rick rack.  Oh geez, now that I said that I'm really going to have to follow through with it, won't I?! 

Here's one that may leave some scratching their heads.  I call it Sew on the Go.....

Doesn't it look like your dad's shaving kit?!  Well, it's not, but it does have a story to go with it....

Several months ago, I mentioned that I wanted to design something to carry my sewing projects in.  So, one day I was out browsing through one of those stores that I love wandering around in but rarely purchase anything from (because the prices are so high), when I came across a really cool toiletries bag.  One look at it told me that it would work great for carrying small sewing projects, threads, needles, etc, so I actually bought it, came home, and promptly started measuring, drawing, and cutting, and after several attempts, came up with this little pouch.   And I must say that it DOES work great for those smaller hand projects!  But, you might have to explain to people why there are spools of thread and needles in your toiletries bag.....

So, moving on. 

These two are my Early Bird and my Night Owl.  Since I don't sleep very much, I've never been able to decide which one I am, so I had to make them both!  They are the same quilt, but I love the way they show how much the overall look and feel can change with the use of a different color scheme and fabrics.  Oh, and more of those little embellished flowers.  These are made out of wool, a little lace, and buttons.

 

 
Here's a small project that goes together really quickly.  All of these fabrics are mine.  Yes, even the teal one.  That's in my new line and although it's a little out of my comfort zone, I love the "pop" that it gives this quilt.  The applique is a combination of cotton and wool.

And the final project is another one that you may have gotten glimpses of in previous postings.  It's the biggest quilt I did for this book (about twin size) and the fun thing about it is that ALMOST all of the fabrics are ones that I designed.  I say almost because I just had to throw a few others in just to balance things out.  Once again, I combined a few of my favorite blocks, the churn dash and the spool.  I call this one All Churned Up (again, have I said how hard it is to come up with names for everything?!)

 So, there you have it.  Those are the projects that are in Tangled Up in Thread.  I hope you like them!! 

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REMEMBER, if you leave a comment, you may be able to win a free copy of the book.  I'll choose two random winners and send them a copy when I get back from Quilt Market.

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But, before I go, there's one last thing I need to share. If you didn't know, I designed a quilt that appeared in Australian Homespun magazine (No. 80 Vol. 11.1) this winter.  And if your luck was anything like mine, you may have had a hard time finding the magazine here in the United States.  So, I made this into an individual pattern that I hope to have delivered the same time that I get my new book. 

I love sampler quilts with various blocks and this one is no exception.  It's got a little of this and a little of that, but a whole lot of character!

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Ok, so now I really have to go get my day started.  There's a rug to finish, booth drapes to make, a rental van to pick up, clothes to pack...... the list goes on.  So many things to still get done before we leave tomorrow morning!  Yikes!  I'm hoping that our hotel has internet access and I have enough energy at the end of the day to at least do a few posting from Quilt Market.  If I do, they will be short and sweet, just to give you a taste of what it is like. 

So check back and wish me luck!

Comments

[Sarah]

Terri, everything is absolutely stunning! Can't wait to get the book--it will be a huge hit with our customers. And I'm so glad you're offering the pattern because I never saw that magazine & I'm already planning on how to make that quilt!

See you soon!
Sarah

[Deb G.]

I love Spare Buttons!

[Jane]

WOW!!!!!!!! LOVE the fabric, LOVE the book and every one of the projects!!!!

[Elinborg Dagmar Lárusdóttir]

Spare Button will be my next project.....

[Anna]

Night Owl is really beautiful, I have the perfect wall at home for this quilt....

Thank you for sharing the projects of your new book!

[Sandy (Strlady)]

All Churned up is wonderful and that owl! Oh, the owl!! Love that darn owl! I can't wait to pick up the book!!

[Kyle Redente]

As always your fabrics, books and quilts are wonderful. I can't wait to make some of them. My favorite is All Churned Up.

[sherri]

Again...I love everything...and the extra pattern from Australian Homespun too! Spare buttons is as cute as can be...I can see why your friend didn't want you to use it as a rug!

[Jess]

I thought spare buttons was my favorite but as I scrolled each new project seemed just as awesome! I love them all!

[Terry]

Oh my...I love the things you've shared today even more than what you showed yesterday! Your projects are just beautiful! :0)

[Mary]

LOVE the new fabric, LOVE Spare Buttons, LOVE the sewing tote, LOVE the new pattern, LOVE YOU!!!

[Robin C]

love the book, great patterns, love it all. Boy would I love to win one.

[TheaM]

hi Terri,
your projects are yummy - hard to know which to choose as a fave, they are all so adorable!
Love your sampler with the buildings and birds - that's fab-u-lous!

[Darlis]

These projects and fabrics are adorable! Spare Buttons and the owl are great. Would love to win. Thanks.

[Julie Forslev]

I LOVE these quilt patterns!!

[Plume de Chat]

Hi Terri!
What a beautiful patterns!
Thanks for sharing the photos!
Have a nice day

[Nancy E]

After seeing all your new quilts, this has to be your best book so far! Your new projects are just wonderful!!!!

[Cindy Carlson]

I "will" have "Night Owl" on my wall one day. I am loving it BIG TIME. Oh, Terri, it's too, too darling.

And "Spare Buttons" - oh my word, girl, how adorable with that rick rack.

All right, already, so I want Village Square as well.............so what's a poor girl to do? LOL

Quilt Market - WATCH OUT - Terri's coming and she leaves no corner unfinished.

Cannot wait to see Market Pics.

[Stina]

Oh my goodness.. so many thing I want to make... Love the Early bird... and the one with buttons.. and the one with churn dashes... think I can keep on counting lovely ones... and I wont forget the HAT..;o) Well DONE!!! :o)

[Elaine]

Love this, Terri. Good job!

[Becky]

I love your designs and have made many from previous books. I really like the one with the flower basket and wool applique. Combines many of my favorite things. Hope I win!

[Sandy Rowe]

Oh, Oh, Oh, I really like "Spare Buttons"! Have fun at market!

[Pat]

Love all the new patterns. I am sure the book will be great. Love that Village Surare pattern too!!!

[Robyn Brown]

Oh you have to stop this. I love these! The bird and owl did it for me. Those were the ones that sent me over the edge? And Village Square. . .well that just ended it for me. LOVE THEM!

[Lynn Morhous]

I love all the new patterns in your book. Your hardwork really paid off.

[Mary]

I hope you have a very successful market. Your designs are awesome. Can't wait for the new book to be available.

[sewlindaann]

Wow, thank you for taking the time to share. I love it all and the pattern at the end is wonderful. Love anything with houses, birds and natural life. Looking forward to getting the book.

[Brenda]

OMG! YOu have really outdone yourself this time! Did you receive my email ordering the books? I want the patterns too. The ladies are going to flip! Like me! Hee-hee!!!

[Connie F]

The Village Square is....Wow, I love it!

[Gale Lavers]

I love them all, and I need to win this book or I will have to buy one because these are on my to do list. Good luck at market.

[Alana]

Great patterns... I LOVE the early bird and night owl quilts! I wouldn't be able to decide so would probably have to make them both. And the project pouch is adorable!!

[Leslie Schmidt]

Wow, Terri, these are great! I love the Night Owl and Early Bird quilts. So cute. And that looks like a clever closure on the pouches. This will be a winner, I'm sure.

[Loris Mills]

Can't wait to see the new book but I really love the Village Square...I'm going to be looking for that pattern :-)

[Darlene B]

Well, Terri, you've made it totally impossible to pick a favorite project out of these great pictures from your book. Love them all!

[Vangie]

VERY cute patterns. Can't wait to buy the book. I want to make them all.

[Linda Witt]

Fabulous! I love them all. I can't wait till the fabric is available. Village Square is on my list and I must have the book to complete my collection! Thank you for all your wonderful designs.

[Dana]

The book looks wonderful! I am really surprised and impressed by the difference between the Early Bird and Night Owl - the fabric choices really do make a huge difference! The new fabrics are wonderful, too - can't wait to get my hands on some!

[Deanna Gipson]

love these patterns and the fabric!!

[Gladys Vega]

Hola! Reitero lo dicho ayer: Sus trabajos son INCREIBLES!!! FELICITACIONES! Éstos de hoy son maravillosos! Y las telas diseñadas: MAGNIFICAS!! Espero, de corazón, que le vaya muy bien en el Mercado! Que todo salga según sus planes y que disfrute mucho! Nuevamente gracias por compartir! Un fuerte abrazo!!!
Google Traductor: "Hello! I reiterate what was said yesterday: His works are AMAZING! CONGRATULATIONS! Here today are wonderful! And the fabrics designed: GREAT! I hope, at heart, you do very well on the market! Everything goes according to your plans and enjoy a lot! Thanks again for sharing! A big hug!"

[Julie]

I just discovered your blog from a link from the Quilted Crow. It's beautiful - just like your designs.

[Judith Palmer]

Absolutely fabulous!!!
I do love, love the patterns, and the fabrics, and the hat and everything. My favorite pattern is Early Bird. I will be on the lookout for this book. Can't wait!!!!!

Judith from Canada

[Debbie St.Germain]

I love everything, a must have for my collection.
Those will make wonderful pieces for gifts too.

Debbie

[Barbara gaddy]

I must say that I love it all....you do such wonderful designs and work.....

[Sue-Anne]

I love everything in the new book and I am really looking forward to the issue of homespun with your quilt in it.

[Pat]

I just discovered your blog from Mary (of the Quilt Hollow blog) and love what you showed in this post!!! I'd love to have that book...your designs are really wonderful!

[Barbara Colvin]

Early Bird is so cute and perky! I definitely want to add your book to my collection. Churn dash is also one of my favorite blocks, and I love the way you have used it in Village Square. Have fun at Market!

[Shelley dionne]

The buttons and spools quilt!! Oh my oh my oh my!! i HAVE to make that quilt! I'm so glad you such a fabulous designer of quilts in my style!LOL! Such an exciting new book!!!!

[KatieQ]

Have a fab time at Market. I'm thrilled that your book will soon be available.

[Wendy Kirby]

Oooooo such yumminess!!! I love all your designs, I have most of your books and often spend a happy afternoon smiling and dreaming over them! Enjoy Quilt Market!

[Cory]

Congrats on the book. It looks wonderful and I would love to win a copy. Have fun at Market. Take care and God bless, Cory