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June 23, 2008 By Spoonful of Sugar - 29 Comments



As we have been super busy over the past 9 days with our interstate visitors, I haven’t had much sewing time! However they departed yesterday so life is getting back into our normal routine, although the kids and I are in various stages of a cold/flu – but hopefully will be fighting fit again soon.  We have disassembled the guest bed and now have the whole room as my sewing studio. I have been inspired lately by all the lovely pics of other peoples creative work spaces, so hope to transform my room into a relaxing studio for Sarah and myself. Sarah is looking forward to having her own dedicated sewing station.

Here are some pictures of one of my early quilts. The pattern is from American Patchwork and Quilting (Issue 47,Dec 2000). We were living in Houston, USA at the time and it was the first time I had ventured into a quilt store and it changed my life! Even though the red and gold don’t really match my décor, I love to bring it out at Christmas time to add a festive touch.

I had a number of comments from the last post about the magnetic seam guide. It is made by Birch Australia and magnetizes to the base plate of the sewing machine. It can be positioned to give you any seam width you require. I personally use the ¼ inch foot for most sewing but it is really useful for teaching children to sew. It can be purchased from most sewing centres/fabric stores.

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  1. Erin says

    June 23, 2008 at 12:51 pm

    Lisa – I really like your quilt! The colors are so vibrant. I’m going to have to look into that Magnetized foot for me – the “Zipper Monster” is still something that I haven’t tackled. Oh, by the way – Tag! You and Sarah are it! Go to my Blog! 🙂

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  2. eileen says

    June 23, 2008 at 4:57 am

    I am really enjoying your family’s old quilts. Thanks so much for posting them!

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  3. driftwood says

    June 23, 2008 at 6:54 am

    hope you are feeling better soon, how lovely to create a studio space!

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  4. LizzieJane says

    June 23, 2008 at 8:57 am

    Hope you are on the mend. It is lovely having a studio space, it’s so much nicer than the dining room table that you have to clear constantly for dinner!

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  5. Anne Heidi says

    June 23, 2008 at 9:11 am

    Oh your quilt is really nice. the colors are really pretty together! Hope you’ll feel better soon!

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  6. QuiltedSimple says

    June 23, 2008 at 10:14 am

    The quilt is lovely – so bright and cheerful. Hope you have lots of quality sewing time coming up!!
    Kris

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  7. Tine says

    June 23, 2008 at 10:31 am

    That quilt is stunning!!!
    I like the colors, the gingham border is wonderful…

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  8. frazzy dazzles says

    June 24, 2008 at 3:30 am

    I was in the fabric store today and I completely forgot to look for that foot attachment! Thanks for reminding me! Jen

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  9. val says

    June 24, 2008 at 6:57 am

    your quilts are stunning!
    I hope you feel better soon!

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  10. Jessica says

    June 23, 2008 at 5:36 pm

    I love this quilt and I hope you feel better soon! I really enjoy yellows and reds together-just like your quilt. I hope lots of sewing time will find it’s way to you!

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  11. Julz says

    June 23, 2008 at 11:37 pm

    Hi Lisa – sorry to hear you and your family have been hit by the flu/cold bugs. Love seeing quilts from the past they always hold special memories. I would so LOVE to have a dedicated sewing space – I did start off with a desk in my tiny computer nook – though to constricting so have taken over the dining room table and surrounding area – is rather messy, though works for now LOL. Get well soon. Hugs Jx

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  12. Alison Boon says

    June 24, 2008 at 12:41 am

    Hope your cold packs its bags and leaves soon.
    Looking forward to seeing how things turn out with your sewing space.

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  13. Tracy says

    June 24, 2008 at 1:51 am

    So sorry you are not feeling well…hope you will be on the mend soon! :o) Your quilt is stunning–all the firey red is gorgeous!

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  14. Cami says

    June 24, 2008 at 9:08 am

    What a beautiful quilt! Love it. I’m also excited for you craft space!

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  15. periwinkle says

    June 24, 2008 at 12:48 pm

    Glad you had a nice time with your visitors and hope you all feel better soon. lovely colours in your quilt
    lisa x

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  16. FabricMom says

    June 24, 2008 at 2:53 pm

    I am sorry to hear you all have been sick. Maybe now you can get things back to normal. Company is great but it sure disrupts life. Very cute quilt.

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  17. Selina says

    June 24, 2008 at 3:34 pm

    Hope you feel better soon, we are a bit the same over here at the moment, not feeling 100% with colds.

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  18. jillytacy says

    June 24, 2008 at 8:03 pm

    Wow! What a beautiful quilt! I love the colors! Do you still quilt? having a sewing area/craft studio sounds wonderful.

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  19. Thimbleanna says

    June 24, 2008 at 8:45 pm

    Beautiful quilt! And how fun will it be for Sarah to have her own space!!!

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  20. The Quilt Buddy says

    June 24, 2008 at 9:04 pm

    I love the colors of your quilt! I can’t wait to see your new craft studio. I know that both of you will enjoy it!

    Thanks for sharing all of your crafts with us!

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  21. mellyandrosie says

    June 25, 2008 at 6:12 pm

    Wow, it is a beautiful quilt indeed!! You must love bringing it our every christmas!

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  22. Kellie says

    June 25, 2008 at 3:23 am

    Very nice quilt Lisa! And the foot looks like a great tool! I will look for it next time. Have fun setting up your room!

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  23. TilkkuSatu says

    June 25, 2008 at 5:26 am

    Really lovely colours =)

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  24. Suzanne says

    June 25, 2008 at 6:31 am

    That is a great quilt,especially if its one of your earlier ones. Hope to see some photos your craft room.

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  25. Tonya says

    June 25, 2008 at 7:07 am

    Another beautiful quilt!

    Check out my blog, I gave both of you an award : D

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  26. Melanie Gray Augustin says

    June 25, 2008 at 5:09 pm

    Have fun putting together your new studio.

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  27. Jacquie says

    June 25, 2008 at 9:06 pm

    Hope you all are feeling better by now. Visitors can take lots out of you even if they are fun! Lovely quilt…I appreciate you sharing it with us.

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  28. Jen says

    June 26, 2008 at 5:05 am

    Lisa, Thanks for the heads up about the magnetic seam thingy
    I love the quilt. Hope you start to feel better soon.

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  29. Kristin says

    June 26, 2008 at 6:24 pm

    I know you are busy, but I wanted to let you know that I have awarded you with the arte y pico award on my blog; check it out!

    Reply

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