Showing posts with label Tea Cozy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Tea Cozy. Show all posts

Saturday, April 24, 2021

Patterns for Kaisley Rose Projects

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com
Happy Saturday! It is a beautiful afternoon in Kansas and I am happy to be in my office getting work done before we leave for vacation...the house is quiet and I am taking advantage. I had a productive week, writing two new quilt patterns, stitching on new cross stitch models and working on client finishing/sewing orders. Things are humming along in my happy place...

Thank you all for the wonderful response to my latest quilt designs using the Kaisley Collection by Poppie Cotton - I received wonderful feedback on all four pieces...which is so encouraging! I have written comprehensive patterns for each of the designs: Tulip Table Runner, Alphabet House Mug Rugs, Cloud Nine Tea Cozy and Tenderhearted Tea Towels. I have combined these designs into two pattern that can be found in my Etsy Shop as digital download PDF patterns. The patterns are written to easily use your favorite fabric collection, precuts, and stash.

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com
Tulip Table Runner and Alphabet House Mug Rugs

My Tulip Table Runner is made with simple four-patch blocks and appliqued tulips. I used fusible applique and attached the pieces with a blanket stitch. Templates are provided with the pattern to easily cut out the tulip shapes. This floral table runner measures 33" L x 12" W and can be enlarged by adding additional blocks. 

My Alphabet Mug Rugs feature the tulips from the table runner and a cottage designed from the house in the Kaisley Rose Sofia fabric print. Again, I used the fusible applique method with a blanket stitch to attach the pieces. I added mini rick rack to the house roof and a teeny tiny button for the door knob. I made two different colorways and instructions for both are included in the pattern, along with templates for all the shapes. I can envision this fun project worked up with wools!

To purchase a digital download PDF Pattern for the Tulip Table Runner and Alphabet House Mug Rugs, visit my Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlueRibbonDesigns OR 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/993465066/tulip-table-runner-and-alphabet-house

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com
Cloud Nine Tea Cozy and Tenderhearted Tea Towels

The Cloud Nine Tea Cozy is for a large 8-cup teapot. I have included a template for this size and detailed instructions for adjusting the size to fit your own teapot. I created a pieced patchwork for the front of the teapot cozy and used a single focal fabric for the back. I used coordinating hand-dyed 1" twill tape  for the lifting tab.

The Tenderhearted Tea Towels were created using heavy plaid kitchen towels purchased from a quilt shop. I added a strips of fabric and accented each with hand-dyed rick rack. These happy towels are the perfect addition to any kitchen - the fabric banners are a lovely finishing touch. Detailed instructions are included to use your favorite tea (kitchen) towel in any size. These work up quickly and make a lovely gift!

To purchase a digital download PDF Pattern for the Cloud Nine Tea Cozy and Tenderhearted Tea Towels, visit my Etsy Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BlueRibbonDesigns OR 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/993473792/cloud-nine-tea-cozy-and-tenderhearted

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

There you have it - information on my latest quilt patterns - I enjoyed designing and creating each of them and look forward to my next pattern ideas "coming to life." I am actually working on several new cross stitch charts for future release, as well. For now, I am ready to finish up at my desk and film a new FlossTube video...I have a few things to share and a giveaway winner to announce before we head out of town for a vacation next week...we'll see if I can get everything done! Thanks for stopping by for a visit - I hope we can "chat" again soon....

Friday, April 16, 2021

Kaisley Rose Fabric Tour
Tulip Table Runner and Tea Cozy

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com
Happy Friday - welcome to the Poppie Cotton Kaisley Rose Fabric Tour! I am thrilled to be today's stop on the tour - thank you for visiting. I have several pieces to share: a table runner, a tea cozy, a couple mug rugs, and two tea towels...all created with the new Kaisley Rose fabric collection. I had so much fun putting on my quilt designer hat and working on several kitchen project ideas with these gorgeous prints. When I first saw this collection (a few months ago), I instantly thought of a table runner and tea cozy. This new collection has lovely nature motifs, a gorgeous alphabet, and whimsical roses...all done in a striking color pallet. I truly enjoyed working on these cheerful projects - these prints are just "so me" and make me smile! So, let's take a look at what I created...

Tulip Table Runner
At the heart of my kitchen collection is a springy table runner. My Tulip Table Runner is made up with simple four-patch blocks and appliqued tulips. I used fusible applique and attached the pieces with a blanket stitch. The exquisite details in this fabric collection really shine and the colors just bring it all together! This floral table runner measures 33" L x 12" W and can be enlarged by adding additional blocks. I used Poppie Cotton Country Confetti in Strawberry Lemonade for the sashing/border and backing.

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

Cloud Nine Tea Cozy
The showstopper in this collection is a patchwork tea cozy. I fussy cut small squares from each print to show off the magnificent details - I wanted to showcase the delicate motifs. The bunnies, deer, birdies and bees really spoke to me...so for the back, I used the Sofia print in red, that way I can admire the entire nature scene. I used coordinating hand-dyed 3/4" twill tape by Lady Dot Creates for the lifting tab and lined my cozy with  Poppie Cotton Country Confetti in Strawberry Lemonade. This piece makes my heart sing!

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com


Alphabet House Mug Rugs
To bring the collection together, I created a mug rug design. It features the tulips from the table runner and a cottage designed from the house in the Sofia fabric print. Again, I used the fusible applique method with a blanket stitch to attach the pieces. I added mini rick rack to the house roof and a teeny tiny button for the door knob. I thought the Mia print (alphabet) was perfect for the cottage. I made two different colorways to show off more prints in this collection...and I plan to make a couple more. I can see this design being done in wool - wouldn't that be extra cute?! - I'll have to find time to dig through my wool stash and play!

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com


Tenderhearted Tea Towels
To complete my set, I decided to spruce up some tea towels. I used a couple heavy plaid tea towels purchased from a quilt shop. I added a strips of fabric from the standout Sofia print to each towel and accented each with hand-dyed rick rack from Lady Dot Creates. These happy towels are the perfect addition to my kitchen - the fabric banners are such a lovely finishing touch and make the room feel cozy and inviting...

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com

I hope you have enjoyed this stop on the fabric tour - thank you for visiting. I will work on patterns for any/all of these designs, if there is interest - drop me a comment or e-mail, if you would like to see a pattern available.

Could you feel the love and joy I put into each piece?! I am already working on quilt ideas for the next Poppie Cotton fabric tour in May...it is for the upcoming Farm Girls Unite collection...and it is STUNNING. 

If you make a project from the Kaisley Rose fabric collection featured in this post, I would love to hear from you...happy sewing and quilting!

©Copyright 2021 Belinda Karls-Nace/Blue Ribbon Designs, LLC http://www.blueribbondesigns.blogspot.com