2013 Winter Mystery Quilt-A-Long, Part 4

You’ve made it to month 4!! If you’re just joining us, have no fear, there is plenty of time to catch up:). This month, we’re having fun with applique and if you’re feeling adventurous, Lutradur®! Happy stitching!!

First things first, we have another winner! Through the powers of random.org, we’re happy to report that Kathrie is this month’s winner! Kathrie did a beautiful job with her borders.

Congratulations, Kathrie! Please contact me with your shipping address so that I can send your your prize.

We’ve loved seeing everyone’s progress and couldn’t help but share with you here as well. Take a peek at the other two entrants:

Brenda Chavez

Kim Loar

Nice work ladies!!

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The 2013 Winter Mystery Quilt A Long (remaining schedule)
6/12: Deadline for Part 4 submissions
6/15: Part 5 + Winner for giveaway announced
7/12: Deadline for Part 5 submissions
7/15: Part 6 + Winner for giveaway announced
8/12: Deadline for Part 6 submissions
8/15: Winner for giveaway announced
9/25: Full Quilt entries due
10/2: Winners announced (1st, 2nd, 3rd prizes)

Click here to join in the QAL Flickr Group

Part 4 prizing: 2 yards of Pellon® 880F Sof-Shape and 1 copy of Asian Fabric Magazine (each magazine comes with between 6-10 quilt patterns!)

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Part 4

Materials List
– Two 5-1/2″ x 34″ strips of Fabric B – Kona Bay GT0052-02 White
– 5″ square scraps for fabric for snowflakes (optional)
– 1/2 yard Pellon® 805 Wonder-Under® (if appliqued)
– 1 yard Pellon® 880F Sof-Shape® (optional if embroidered)
– 1 yard Pellon® 100g Lutradur® (optional instead of fabric)
– 2 skeins Embroidery Floss (optional if embroidered)
– Various colors Tsukineko® Fabrico™ Markers (optional if using Lutradur®)

*See overview for full fabric requirements

Tools List
– Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
– Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

Happy Stitching!!

2013 Winter Mystery Quilt-A-Long, Part 2

How is it possible that it’s already been a whole month!! Today, we’re thrilled to announce some winners and introduce part 2 in the Winter Mystery Quilt-A-Long. We’ve noticed that we have 17 members in the Flickr Pool, but only 2 entries so far. We’d love to see creations from all of you for the next round!

Between our two entrants and using the powers of random.org, we’re happy to announce that Brenda Chavez of Brenda Quilts is our first winner! Check out her gorgeous block:

Congratulations, Brenda! We’ll be in touch to get your shipping address so that we can send off a package of Stitch-N-Tear® Lite and a copy of the stunning Asian Fabric Magazine!

Since there were only 2 of you this time around, we’d love to send a little something to Kim Loar as well. Beautiful job on your block, Kim!!

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The 2013 Winter Mystery Quilt A Long (remaining schedule)
4/12: Deadline for Part 2 submissions
4/15: Part 3 + Winner for giveaway announced
5/12: Deadline for Part 3 submissions
5/15: Part 4 + Winner for giveaway announced
6/12: Deadline for Part 4 submissions
6/15: Part 5 + Winner for giveaway announced
7/12: Deadline for Part 5 submissions
7/15: Part 6 + Winner for giveaway announced
8/12: Deadline for Part 6 submissions
8/15: Winner for giveaway announced
9/25: Full Quilt entries due
10/2: Winners announced (1st, 2nd, 3rd prizes)

Click here to join in the QAL Flickr Group

Part 2 prizing: 2 yards of Pellon® 880F Sof-Shape and 1 copy of Asian Fabric Magazine (each magazine comes with between 6-10 quilt patterns!)

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Part 2

Materials List
– See Month 1 for fabric requirements & the pdf download for cutting instructions.
- Eight 8-1/2″ x 11″ rectangles of Pellon® 835 Stitch-N-Tear® Lite
- Temporary Glue (optional)
- Thread

Tools List
- Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
- Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

Happy Quilting!!

The 2013 Winter Mystery Quilt A Long

We are SO excited to introduce the 2013 Winter Mystery Quilt A Long! We know it may seem a bit early to start on a holiday quilt, but if we get going now, we’re pretty much guaranteed a brand new, gorgeous, awe-inspiring quilt just in time to wow family and friends for Christmas 2013;). The QAL was designed by Alexandra Henry of Alexa’s World exclusively for Pellon®. She’ll walk you through 6 different patterns that cover various techniques like foundation piecing, embroidery, & quilting.

Alexandra used Kona Bay Fabrics and we’d encourage you to take a peek at their site to browse some of the stunning designs they carry. We’ll be partnering with Kona Bay for 6 small giveaways throughout the QAL, culminating in one big giveaway at the very end. To enter-to-win in the giveaways, simply complete the design released each month and submit an image to our Flickr Pool. We will randomly select one winner for each part. The final giveaway will be based on completed quilt submissions to the Flickr Pool and winners will be selected by a panel of judges, yet to be determined. See below for the schedule and have fun!!

The 2013 Winter Mystery Quilt A Long
2/15: Part 1
3/12: Deadline for Part 1 submissions
3/15: Part 2 + Winner for giveaway announced
4/12: Deadline for Part 2 submissions
4/15: Part 3 + Winner for giveaway announced
5/12: Deadline for Part 3 submissions
5/15: Part 4 + Winner for giveaway announced
6/12: Deadline for Part 4 submissions
6/15: Part 5 + Winner for giveaway announced
7/12: Deadline for Part 5 submissions
7/15: Part 6 + Winner for giveaway announced
8/12: Deadline for Part 6 submissions
8/15: Winner for giveaway announced
9/25: Full Quilt entries due
10/2: Winners announced (1st, 2nd, 3rd prizes)

Click here to join in the QAL Flickr Group

Part 1 Prizing:

1 pkg Pellon® 835R Stitch-N-Tear® Lite AND 1 copy of Asian Fabric Magazine (each magazine comes with between 6-10 quilt patterns!)

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So, we’ve given you the details — let’s get started!

Part 1

Materials List
- 1-1/2 yards Fabric A — Kona Bay FLOR-01 Burgundy
- 2-1/2 yards Fabric B — Kona Bay GT0052-02 White
- 1-1/2 yards Fabric C — Kona Bay GT0046-01 Red
- 1 yard Fabric D — Kona Bay KORA-07 Evergreen
- 1 yard Fabric E — Kona Bay SHAD-02 Gold
- 1 yard Fabric F — Kona Bay FLOR-01 Red
- 1/2 yard Fabric G — Kona Bay GARD-04 Green
- 1 yard Outer Border Fabric
- 3 yards Backing Fabric
- 1/4 yard Binding Fabric
- 1 pkg Pellon® Stitch-N-Tear® Lite
- 2 yards Pellon® 880F Sof-Shape®
- 2 yards Legacy™ by Pellon® 100% Natural Cotton Batting
- Temporary Glue (optional)
- Thread

Tools List
- Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
- Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies

Note: Materials and tools listed are enough for the full quilt.

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

Happy Quilting!!

Flowers & Chocolate Vanity Set

We’ve been talking all week about fabulous things to make for your loved ones, we thought it only fair to finish up with a little something for yourself. Come on… you know you deserve it! The Flowers & Chocolate Vanity set, designed by Jenelle of Echinops & Aster, would be a gorgeous addition to your bedroom decor. It uses all sorts of fun techniques, including English Paper Piecing, Embroidery and Quilting. We hope you have as much fun with it as we did!!

Flowers & Chocolate Vanity Set
Fabric Bowl

Quilted Mat

Note: Materials & Tools are enough for both projects.

Materials List
- Five coordinating fat quarters
- One Moda Crossweave fat quarter
- 1/4 yard Pellon® 71F Peltex® 1-sided fusible
- One 8″ square Pellon® 553 Sol-U-Film™ Lite
- One 12″ x 16″ rectangle of Legacy™ by Pellon® Natural Blend 80/20 Batting
- Washable glue pen or straight pins
- Hand sewing needle
- Embroidery hoop
- Four coordinating colors Perle Cotton size 8
- Basting thread
- Thread

Tools List
- Sewing Machine & Related Supplies- Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for these projects are available on our website via the following links:

Fabric Bowl
Quilted Mat

The matching set:
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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

 

 

Happy Valentine’s Day!!

Happy Valentine’s Day to all!! What are you doing to celebrate? A special dinner out? Crafting with the kids? Movie night? Whatever it is, enjoy yourselves:). We’ve got a few more projects to share… for last minute creations, or for gifts throughout the year. Have fun!!

Tic Tac Toe
The age old game of Xs and Os is the perfect way to show you care! Lisa Ruble of Love to Color My World has created an easy tutorial for how to make your very own fabric game, complete with a back pocket to store the pieces.

Materials List
- 1/2 yard gray solid or tonal for board background, backing and pocket
- One fat quarter bright stripes fabric for Xs
- One fat quarter bright geometric fabric for Os
- Four 13″ lengths of large rick rack
- 1/4 yard bright print for binding fabric
- Two 3-3/4″ x 15″ rectangles Pellon® 72F Peltex® II Ultra-Firm 2-Sided Fusible Stabilizer
- One 14″ square Legacy™ by Pellon® 80/20 Natural Blend Batting
- Four 13″ lengths of large rick rack
- Fabric Marking Pen
- Contrasting Thread
- Coordinating Thread

Tools List
- Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
- Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies

 

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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Heart Strings Table Pad
Deborah Vollbracht of Creative Folk Quilting crafted this fabulous table topper, certain to add the perfect amount of love & kisses to your home décor.

Materials List
- 3/4 yard Background Fabric
- Sixteen 5″ squares for hearts
- 1/4 yard inner border fabric
- 3/4 yard outer border fabric
- 1 yard Pellon® TP971F Fusible Thermolam® Plus
- 3/4 yard Pellon® Tru-Grid™
- 1 yard Pellon® 805 Wonder-Under®
- Thread
- Quilting of decorative thread
- Marking method to trace heart quilting template

Tools List
- Rotary Cutter & Related Templates (24″ ruler recommended)
- Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
- Paper Scissors
- 5″ square piece of cereal box cardboard or paper plate

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

 

 

The Love Bandit

Valentine’s  Day is nearly upon us, but there’s still time for a few last minute projects! We’re head over heels for the adorable little ‘bandits’ featured in Rachael Gander’s latest project and think that List Ruble’s postcards are the perfect way to send some love to your far-away friends! Take a peek:).

Raccoons in Love
Bring the wild into your world with a friendly bandit on your sofa. He’s not a burglar but he’s sure to steal your heart! The pattern includes options for hand-stitching, adding machine stitched embellishments, and a no-sew-appliqué version. Rachael Gander of Imagine Gnats created a super easy tutorial for these fabulous pillows, so it’s a great project for any level. Make one for Valentine’s and proudly display it year round!

Materials List
One 17″ fabric square
Two 12″ x 17″ fabric rectangles
Three coordinating felt 9″ x 12″ rectangles
1 pkg Pellon® 805R Wonder-Under®
One Pellon® 16″ x 16″ Pillow Insert
Freezer Paper (optional)
Thread

Tools List
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
Rotary Cutter & Related Tools

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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Mailed With Love Valentine Postcards
These quick and easy fabric postcards can actually be mailed! Make sure to check with your local post office for postage requirements. Lisa Ruble of Love to Color My World created two fantastic tutorials, including printable postcard backs. These are perfect to share with loved ones year round!

Black and Pink Hearts

Materials List
- One 6″ square of pink fabric
- One 4″ square of coordinating fabric
- One 6″  8″ rectangle background fabric
- One 10″ square Pellon® 805 Wonder-Under®
- One 5″ x 7″ rectangle Pellon® 40 Mediumweight Stabilizer
- One 6″ x 8″ rectangle Legacy™ by Pellon® 80/20 Natural Blend Batting
- One 8-1/2″ x 11″ fabric sheet for inkjet printer
- Thread
- Pencil
- Fabric Pen

Tools List
- Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
- Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

Patchwork Heart

Materials List
- Twenty 1-1/2″ squares of assorted red and pink prints
- One 6″ x 8″ rectangle background fabric
- One 10″ square Pellon® Wonder-Under®
- One 5″ x 7″ rectangle Pellon® 40 Mediumweight Stabilizer
- One 6″ x 8″ rectangle Legacy™ by Pellon® 80/20 Natural Blend Batting
- Thread
- Pencil
- Fabric Pen

Tools List
- Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
- Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

Share the Love!

Today we’ve got two brand new projects from designer Alexandra Henry of Alexa’s World. Alexandra has been working with our 835 Stitch-N-Tear® Lite to create foundation piecing templates. Simply cut the stabilizer in 8-1/2″ x 11″ sheets and run them through your inkjet printer. It makes stitching and construction easy and gives the option to either leave in or tear out.

Valentine Hearts Table Topper
This lovely little table topper is all you need to add a little love to your home for Valentine’s Day. Use it as a table topper, a bright accessory for your coffee table, or even a wall hanging.

Materials List
3/8 yard Fabric A
3/8 yard Fabric B
3/4 yard Fabric C
1/4 yard Binding Fabric
3/4 yard Backing Fabric
1 pkg Pellon® 835R Stitch-N-Tear® Lite
3/4 yard Pellon® 987F Fusible Fleece
Thread

Tools List
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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Pocketful of Love Mini Quilt
This adorable little mini quilt is the first in a series of ‘pocketfuls’. What will you put in your pocket?

Materials List
- One fat eighth each of three light fabrics
- One fat eighth each of three dark fabrics
- One fat quarter for background
- 1/4 yard Border Fabric
- 1/8 yard Binding Fabric
- One 14″ square and one 2″ x 11-1/2″ rectangle for Backing and Hanging Sleeve
- Two 8-1/2″ x 12″ rectangles Pellon® 835 Stitch-N-Tear® Lite
- One 14″ square Pellon® 987F Fusible Fleece
- Thread

Tools List
- Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies
- Sewing Machine & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

 

Love is in the Air

Love is in the air! We’re just a few days away from Valentine’s Day and we’ve got some great ideas for some last minute projects that will make your loved ones feel super special. We’ve even got a few ideas for things you can make for yourself;).

Queen of Hearts Crown
Jennifer Mathis of Ellison Lane Quilts & Sew South created a sweet heart crown to bring a smile to her daughter’s face. We love how quick and easy this one is and with such great results!

Materials Needed
- One 5″ x 11″ rectangle Pellon® 931TD Fusible Midweight Interfacing
- One 12″ square of white felt
- Small pieces of red, purple and pink felt
- One 10-1/2″ piece of 3/4″ elastic
- 12 weight white thread
- 50 weight white thread

Tools Needed
- Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
- Hand Sewing Needle

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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Stitchin’ Kids Artwork
We love how designer Melissa Mora of Melly Sews & Blank Slate Patterns used our Stick-N-Washaway™ to turn her sons’ drawing into wearable art. This one is great fun for both you AND the kids!

Materials Needed
- Fabric to sew a t-shirt OR a purchased t-shirt
- 1/4 yard Pellon® Stick-N-Washaway™
- Purchased t-shirt pattern (optional)
- Assorted colored threads
- Washable children’s markers

Tools Needed
- Sewing Machine & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

A Winner & 2 New Projects!

It’s been a heck of a December and we’ve had SO much fun! Thank you so much for following along with our Handmade Holiday series. Next up? Valentine’s day!!

Our final Handmade Holiday winner is… #124, Susan718!! Congratulations:). We’ll be in touch via email to get your shipping address.

And now, two 2 fab new projects to keep you busy before we ring in 2013!

The Hot Mess Casserole Carrier comes to us from the lovely Sara Lawson of Sew Sweetness. It was proudly displayed on the FreeSpirit/Westminster Blog throughout the month of December as Week 9 of their 12 Weeks of Christmas series. It’s the perfect gift for traveling foodie. Need something to keep your favorite lasagna hot while en route to your best friend’s house? Do it in style;). Or perhaps you’ve got a New Year’s Soiree lined up and need a last minute hostess gift? Here it is! If you’d like to make one just like Sara’s, check out Salt Water by Tula Pink for Freespirit/Westminster.

Hot Mess Casserole Carrier

Materials Needed
1 yard exterior fabric
1 yard lining fabric
1/4 yard strap fabric
1-1/2 yards Pellon® SF101 Shape-Flex®
1 yard Pellon® TP971 Fusible Thermolam® Plus
3/4 yard Pellon® 520 Deco-Fuse™
1/2 yard Pellon® 975 Insul-Fleece™
1-1/4 yard Pellon® 810 Tru-Grid™ (optional)
One 36″ zipper
One package double-fold bias tape
Thread

Tools Needed
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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This super cute It Hurts/All Better Heating Pad Cover was designed by Madame Samm of Sew We Quilt. It’s a cozy little cover to help you feel better. Sample used fabrics from Riley Blake‘s Hope & Shannon‘s Cuddle Fabric.

Heating Pad Cover

Materials Needed
Two 10″ x 12″ rectangles of white background fabric
1/2 yard of ‘All Better’ border & cuff fabric
1/4 yard of ‘It Hurts’ border fabric
3/4 yard Pellon® 987F Fusible Fleece
3/4 yard Pellon® 805 Wonder-Under®
Thread
Ribbon (optional)

Tools Needed
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

A Handmade Holiday Giveaway, Part 3

We’re here at our final giveaway of the Handmade Holiday with Pellon® series and it’s hard to believe that Christmas just a few days away! Are you ready? Are you working on some last minute projects? Or perhaps you’re already looking ahead to 2013, making plans for new projects and challenges. Whatever the case, we hope that you’re having fun and we can’t wait to see what you’re making!

Today, you have a chance to win the Pellon® products needed to create the projects featured on any one day of this week:

Monday: Snowflake the Snow Chick
Tuesday: Christmas Tree Table Runner
Wednesday: Holiday in Paris Gift Set & Insulated Wine Tote
Thursday: Embroidered Ornaments

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The Artisan Apron by Rachael Gander & the Cathedral Window Pillow by Kim Niedzwiecki

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To enter-to-win, tell us which project you’d like to make the most. Please let us know in the comments and make sure we have a way to get in touch with you in case you’re our winner! For added entries, you can do any of the following:

1. like us on Facebook
2. follow the blog (click the follow button in the right-hand sidebar)
3. follow our boards on Pinterest
4. follow us on Twitter
5. follow us on Instagram

Just make sure to post a separate comment telling us what you did for each entry.

Since we understand that many of you do travel for the holidays, we’ll accept entries up through midnight on Thursday, December 27th. Winner will be announced on Friday, December 28th.

Thanks and good luck!

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** please note that due to shipping restrictions, this contest is only open to participants in the US & Canada.

Totes for the Holidays

Five days left until Christmas means there’s still time for more sewing!! Today’s featured projects are easy to make and perfect for that last name left on your list. Maybe it’s for that dear friend who just happens to be hosting a Christmas Eve dinner, or perhaps even for your sister who always appreciates that handmade touch.

Jenelle Clark of Echinops & Aster created this Holiday in Paris Gift Set last year, but it’s so cute we had to share it again. The tote holds essential oil infused bath salts & a lavender eye pillow to help your giftee relax after the hectic holiday season.

Holiday in Paris Gift Set

Materials Needed: Tote
2 yards Pellon® 931TD Fusible Midweight
2 Fat Quarters Coordinating Patterns
2 Fat Quarters Coordinating Solids
1/2 yard Lining Fabric
Small piece of fabric for 10-1/2″ x 2-1/2″ strips
1 Large Button
7″ Zipper
Erasable Fabric Pen
Double-Sided Tape
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies

Materials Needed: Eye Pillow & Bath Salts
Two 9″ x 4″ Fabric Rectangles
Two 9″ x 4″ Rectangles Pellon® 931TD Fusible Midweight
1-1/4 cup Flax Seed
Lavender, Rosemary & Peppermint Oil
2 Small Canning Jars

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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Kiera Vanella of Simply, Kiera designed this handy Insulated Wine Tote. It’ll keep that bottle of White Wine nicely chilled on the way from your house to your Holiday dinner + it makes a fabulous hostess gift!

Insulated Wine Tote

Materials Needed
6-1/2″ Quit Block, trimmed to 6-1/4″
Two 1/2″ x 6-1/4″ Fabric Rectangles
Two 1-1/2″ x 14-1/4″ Fabric Strips
One 8-1/4″ x 14-1/4″ Fabric Rectangle for Back
Two 8-1/4″ x 14-1/4″ Fabric Rectangles for lining
One 4″ x 18″ Fabric Rectangle for handle
Two 8-1/4″ x 14-1/4″ Rectangles Pellon® 975 Insul-Fleece™
Two Buttons

Tools Needed
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies
Ruler

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

Christmas Tree Table Runner

Christmas is just one week away and we’re getting a little bit closer to finishing up all of the handmade gifts on our lists. Close enough to make something for ourselves? Absolutely! Alexandra Henry of Alexa’s World designed this festive Christmas Tree Table Runner to add a bit of cheer to your holiday table. We’re loving that it’s foundation-pieced and think that the Kona Bay fabrics she used are just perfect.

Alexandra’s table runner used the following Kona Bay Fabrics:

Fabric A — Kona Bay SHAD-04 Forest
Fabric B — Kona Bay GT0039-01
Fabric C — Kona Bay SANC-06 Red
Fabric D — Kona Bay DaGama Raindrop GT0046-02
Fabric E — Kona Bay GT0036-02

Kona Bay Christmas Tree Table Runner

Materials Needed
1/4 yard Fabric A — Tree
3/8 yard Fabric B — Background
3/8 yard Fabric C — 1st Border & Binding
3/4 yard Fabric D — Outer Border
1/8 yard Fabric E — Tree Trunk
5/8 yard Backing Fabric
1 pkg Pellon® 835R Stitch-N-Tear Lite™
5/8 yard Legacy™ by Pellon® 100% Bleached Cotton Batting
Thread

Tools Needed
Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

Snowflake the Snow Chick & a Winner!!

Thank you to all who entered our latest giveaway. I truly love seeing your comments and look forward to hearing all about what you end up making this holiday season! This week, our big winner is Lori Morton — Congratulations Lori!! We hope that you have fun making the Frippery Coasters by Rachael Gander & the Cupcake Mug Rug by Vanessa Wilson:).

Kicking off our 3rd and final week of Handmade Holiday goodness, we’re pleased to introduce Snowflake the Snow Chick!! Anjeanette Klinder of ByAnjeannette sent this adorable little gal in just over a week ago and we’ve all been ooh-ing and ahh-ing over how lovely she is. A perfect mix of batting + cluster fill, this gal would be the perfect addition to your holiday décor.

Snowflake the Snow Chick

Materials Needed
1/4 yard Legacy™ by Pellon® 100% Bleached Cotton Batting
1 16oz. pkg Pellon® Perfect Loft™ Cluster Fiber Fill
1 15oz. can — emptied, cleaned out and wrapper removed
Embellishments for the face
Buttons for the eyes, hat and front band

Tools Needed
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
General Sewing Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

A Handmade Holiday Giveaway, Part 2

We’ve had a blast with this week’s projects and can’t wait to hear what you want to make most. How many of you are all done with your holiday shopping? Maybe you’re like me and you’ve completed the shopping part, but have a full page list of handmade items that still need sewing? I’m thinking that most of us could use at least 5 handy elves of our own to help finish up holiday creations!

Today, you have a chance to win the Pellon® products needed to create the projects featured on any one day of this week:

Monday: Luggage Tags & Keychains
Tuesday: Paper Snowflake Pillow
Wednesday: What a Hoot! & Makeup Brush Roll
Thursday: Caffeine Lovers Set

OR

the Frippery Coasters by Rachael Gander & the Cupcake Mug Rug by Vanessa Wilson!

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THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

To enter-to-win, tell us which project you’d like to make the most. Please let us know in the comments and make sure we have a way to get in touch with you in case you’re our winner! For added entries, you can do any of the following:

1. like us on Facebook
2. follow the blog (click the follow button in the right-hand sidebar)
3. follow our boards on Pinterest
4. follow us on Twitter
5. follow us on Instagram

Just make sure to post a separate comment telling us what you did for each entry.

We’ll accept entries up through midnight on Sunday, December 16th. Winner will be announced on Monday, December 17th.

Thanks and good luck!

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** please note that due to shipping restrictions, this contest is only open to participants in the US & Canada.

Caffeine Lovers Set

I am a big coffee drinker and generally start my day with a piping hot cup, topped off with a bit of cream and a spoonful of sugar. On the other hand, I usually end my day with a cup of green tea or something herbal. I’m sure that many of you are the same, and that all of you have at least one preferred hot beverage. Today’s Handmade Holiday project is perfect for you, or really for any coffee/tea (or even hot chocolate) lover in your life. It’s quick & easy, just what you need for some last minute gifting!

Dani Miller of KSC Designs put together the Caffeine Lovers Set, featuring a Mug Rug, French Press Cozy, Cup Sleeve and Carrying Case. I’m in love with her fabric selections, but love how easy it would be to personalize each one. This is Dani’s first project as a designer for Pellon® and I can’t wait to see what she does next!

Caffeine Lovers Set
We’ve split this one into 4 separate pdfs + an overview page that details all fabrics, materials and tools needed. The free downloadable pdfs are available via the project page links below. Images for oogling and other basic info to follow!

Caffeine Lovers Set: Overview
Caffeine Lovers Set: Mug Rug
Caffeine Lovers Set: French Press Cozy
Caffeine Lovers Set: Cup Sleeve
Caffeine Lovers Set: Carrying Case

Caffeine Lovers Set: Mug Rug

Materials Needed
1/4 yard of fabric scraps for Mug Rug front
1/4 yard of fabric for Mug Rug baack
9″ x 12″ rectangle of Legacy™ by Pellon® Eco-Cotton Batting
Thread

Tools Needed
Rotary Cutting Tools & Related Supplies
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
Turning Tool

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Caffeine Lovers Set: French Press Cozy

Materials Needed
Two 7″ x 15″ rectangles of fabric
One 6″ x 14″ rectangle Pellon® 975 Insul-Fleece™
5″ strip of hook and loop tape
Thread

Tools Needed
Rotary Cutting Tools & Related Supplies
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
Turning Tool

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Caffeine Lovers Set: Cup Sleeve

Materials Needed
1/4 yard of fabric (can be two different prints)
1/4 yard Pellon® 975 Insul-Fleece™
1 Elastic Hairband
Thread

Tools Needed
Rotary Cutting Tools & Related Supplies
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
Turning Tool

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Caffeine Lovers Set: Carrying Case

Materials Needed
1/4 yard Fabric A
1/4 yard Fabric B
7″ x 9″ rectangle Pellon® 911FF Fusible Featherweight
1 Elastic Hairband
1 Button
Thread
Hera Marker

Tools Needed
Rotary Cutting Tools & Related Supplies
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
Turning Tool

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

For the Organizer

Looking for a little something to make for the organizer in your life? Today’s featured gift ideas are just the ticket!

Sue Marsh of Whistlepig Creek Productions created the What A Hoot! Journal Cover to keep your notes and your favorite pens safe & sound. It certainly doesn’t hurt to have an adorable little owl appliqued to the front!

What a Hoot! Journal Cover

Materials List
One fat quarter outside fabric
One fat quarter lining fabric
One 7″ x 8″ rectangle for body & button loop
One 6″ square for stomach & wings
One 3″ x 4″ rectangle for outside eyes
One 2″ x 4″ rectangle for inside eyes
One 2″ x 4″ rectangle for feet & nose
One 2″ white solid square for eyes
One 2″ black solid square for eyes
1/2 yard or 1 pkg Pellon® SF101 Shape-Flex®
1/4 yard or 1 pkg Pellon® 70 Peltex®
1/2 yard or 1 pkg Pellon® 805 Wonder-Under®
One Large Button
Thread

Tools List
Sewing machine & related supplies
Rotary cutter & related supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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Jessica Lynn Skibicki of Sew Crafted created this super simple, super handy Makeup Brush Roll. It’s the perfect spot to keep all of your brushes and tools all in one place!

Makeup Brush Roll

Materials List
1/2 yard exterior fabric
1/2 yard fabric for lining, pocket, and closure strings
1/2 yard or 1 pkg Pellon® 987F Fusible Fleece
1/2 yard or 1 pkg Pellon® SF101 Shape-Flex®
Thread

Tools List
Sewing machine & related supplies
Rotary cutter & related supplies
Fabric Marker

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

Paper Snowflake Pillow

The signs of the Holidays are everywhere these days. We love scrolling through Instagram & Pinterest to check out all of the festive home decorations and DIY projects. We’ve been working on a few ornaments and a tree skirt, but we may just have to whip of one of these pillows to cap things off! Designed by Amy DeCesare of Amy Made That!… by eamylove, the Paper Snowflake Pillow is perfect to add a little holiday cheer to your living room, or perhaps to crown you ‘best house guest ever’ when you bring one for your holiday host. Our favorite part? Amy used our 987F Fusible Fleece on the outside! Have you ever noticed that it looks a bit like snow? Just perfect;).

Amy’s pillow used fabrics from the following collections:
Moda Fabrics — Joy by Kate Spain
Michael Miller — Ta Dot
Robert Kaufman  — Jingle by Ann Kelle (this was used on the pillow back, not pictured here)

Paper Snowflake Pillow

Materials List
1/2 yard background farbic
One fat quarter border fabric
1/2 yard muslin
1/2 yard for pillow back
1 yard or 1 pkg Pellon® 987F Fusible Fleece
1/2 yard or 1 pkg Pellon® SF101 Shape-Flex®
One 10″ square Pellon® Tru-Grid™
One 16″ x 16″ Pellon® pillow form
14″ zipper (optional)
Thread

Tools List
Rotary cutter & related supplies
Sewing machine & related supplies
Sharp Scissors

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

Luggage Tags, Keychains & a Winner!!

I have to admit, i get a little giddy every time a contest is posted and the comments start rolling in. I do love a good giveaway! Thank you to all who entered-to-win in our first Handmade Holiday with Pellon® contest. Our big winner is Kathy H! Kathy is looking forward to making the Joy & Peace Tree Skirt by the lovely Madame Samm. Congratulations!

We’re excited to keep the handmade going with a whole new week of projects. Today’s features are so cute & easy that you’ll want to make them in multiples and gives them to all of your friends;). Jill Dorsey of Made with Moxie created these snazzy little Luggage Tags. They are the perfect gift for any traveler on your list. Choose a bright print to make sure that you’ll always be able to pick your bag out of a crowd!

Luggage Tags

Materials List
Fat eighth or a scrap at least 5″ square for front
Fat eighth of a scrap at least 10″ square for back
2-1/2″” x 4-1/2″ piece of Pellon® 70 Peltex® Ultra-Firm Sew-In
3″ x 4-1/2″ piece Pellon® 931TD Fusible Midweight
18″ of 1/4″-1/2″ wide ribbon
Thread

Tools List
Rotary Cutting Tools & Related Supplies
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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Emily Lang of Mommy’s Nap Time designed the Sweet & Tiny Keychain. Make one for your keys, for your mom’s & your sister’s… even your co-worker’s. Use a fussy cut print to create a little miniature work of art!

Sweet & Tiny Keychain

Materials List
2-1/2″ x 3″ rectangle of main fabric
Three 1″ squares of accent fabric for Prairie Points
1″ x 2″ fussy cut rectangle
1-1/2″ piece of 1/2″ wide ribbon
Small size key clip
Key ring
5″ square of Legacy™ by Pellon® 100% Polyester Batting
1 pkg Pellon® 805R Wonder-Under®
Thread

Tools List
Rotary Cutting Tools & Related Supplies
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies
Sharp Scissors
Pinking Shears

A free downloadable pdf for this project is available on our website — click here for the project page.

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!

A Handmade Holiday Giveaway!

As promised, we’re wrapping up our first week of Pellon®’s handmade holiday series with a fab little giveaway! You’ll have a chance to win the Pellon® products needed to create any one of the following projects featured this week:

I {heart} Pellon® Stocking (Tuesday’s feature)
Gift Bag Totes & Gift Card Holders (Wednesday’s features — make both!!)
To Grandmother’s Cottage We Go (Thursday’s feature)

or the Joy & Peace Tree Skirt by Madame Samm

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THIS GIVEAWAY IS NOW CLOSED

To enter-to-win, tell us which project you’d like to make the most. Please let us know in the comments and make sure we have a way to get in touch with you in case you’re our winner! For added entries, you can do any of the following:

1. like us on Facebook
2. follow the blog (click the follow button in the right-hand sidebar)
3. follow our boards on Pinterest
4. follow us on Twitter
5. follow us on Instagram

Just make sure to post a separate comment telling us what you did for each entry.

We’ll accept entries up through midnight on Sunday, December 9th. Winner will be announced on Monday, December 10th.

Thanks and good luck!

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** please note that due to shipping restrictions, this contest is only open to participants in the US & Canada.

To Grandmother’s Cottage…

What would our handmade holiday be without a fab little QAL? Truth be told, we launched this one last year, but it was such a great project, we just had to re-visit. Looking to spruce up your permanent holiday décor collection or need a super special gift for a loved one? You’ll definitely want to check this one out. Designed by Alexandra Henry of Alexa’s World, this quilt features multiple components which could also easily be stitched into a table runner, a holiday pillow, or even a mantle runner.

To Grandmother’s Cottage We Go — QAL (all at once!)

Materials List
Holiday Print & Various Colored Fabric
1-1/4 yard Legacy™ by Pellon® Natural Blend 80/20 Cotton/Poly Batting
1 yard Pellon® 835 Stitch-N-Tear® Lite
1/2 yard Pellon® 807 Wonder-Web®
Embroidery Floss
Embellishments

Tools List
Rotary Cutter & Related Supplies
Sewing Machine & Related Supplies

For access to download pdf patterns for each section of the QAL, please click on the links below:

Part 1 :: Center Block (Grandmother’s Cottage)
Part 2 :: Triangles & Piping Strips  (Candles)
Part 3 :: Ribbon Wheels
Part 4 :: Gingerbread Man
Part 5 :: Quilt Assembly

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We’d love to see what you make, so be sure to post a photo on our Facebook page OR share with our ‘Made with Pellon®‘ flickr group!