Meet the Gang

Come on over and Meet the Gang, Andover New York's newest fabric line by Marisa for Creative Thursday

Besides from the cutest characters from the gang ( Ruby; Olive; Simone; Sweetie Bear, Lila, Lola and Oscar) it is the rich colours and storybook design that draw me to these fabrics!

I know we have unleashed a inspiring design, when the possibilities of uses are overflowing in my head! So I will release them from in there to you.

My first thought was of a wee jacket with the border print on the outside with the word fabric as the lining. (There is a cute tutorial here http://www.sewastraightline.com/2010/09/josie-jacket.html)

   

Then I would love to see some cute trousers or capri's in the white flower fabric with the birds as the trim. There is a super simple pattern in the Making Children's Clothes book

The other things I thought of were a sun hat, ipod case (possibly in the border or the above blue print), a bag, a simple quilt, library bag! I will leave the rest of the dreaming up to you. Purchase here

Top 10 Handmade Christmas Gifts

With Christmas just around the corner, here are my top ten finds on quick gifts to make using minimal resources and time!

1.The Humble Half Eaten Gingerbread Man How about Orange

2.Funky Pencil Pouch Noodle Head

3.Some very pretty coasters (great for using scraps and super quick to make) Sew Pretty

4. A fat quarter gift bag Emaykayee

5.I always wanted to make one of these - fabric necklace Works in progress

6.Funky coasters! Make it Give It

7. Cute gift tags! Tartankiwi

8. Pine cone Elves ♥ Martha Stewart

9. Cross Over Pinafore (I have made this and it is super easy!) Smashed Peas & Carrots

10. Iphone/ Ipod Case Nifty!Sewplicity 

Tuxedo

Classic and retro all in the same glance. The new Tuxedo Collection by Doodlebug Designs has an air of sophistication about it! 

I love the mix of pretty greys into the style and of course with all those delicious dots it was definitely  love at first sight!

And the stripes are a great "Man" fabric but work incredibly well with the collection too

And then this Damask has crept in, it is a close call with the spots, but I think it is my favourite

Then the flowers make an excellent bouquet. I feel like whipping up some cushions just staring at these! 

       

Available in bundles & individually right here

Makower UK Bugs

This new set of fabric from Makower UK is just overflowing with all things Summer. Filled with butterflies, toadstools snails and birdhouses it is a feast for little eyes!

Purchase it here

Riley Style - Take 2 - Mod Tod

Ok it just got even better! As if Daisy Cottage was not enough, we also received our shipment of Mod Tod today! Sheri Berry Designs have made stunning range for Boys & Girls packed full of all the usual fun I love about modern kids designs most especially from Riley Blake. Bright bold oranges greens and browns fill this gorgeous line of fabrics and if you are one of those mum's who strain as far away as you can from commercial kids designs then this is one for you!

Available here to order as a set or individual fabrics

Riley Style - Take 1 - Daisy Cottage

Oh couldn't you get lost in this market stall? I think you would easily find me snuggled up with my best read in the corner!

The new Daisy Cottage has all those colours that you are constantly demanding, pink, yellow and grey! And Lori from Bee in my Bonnet has certainly been busy!

Have a virtual scrummage through these divine handmade items and if your heart is stolen, you can purchase the fabric here: Daisy Cottage

Images courtesy of Lori Holt and you should definitely check out her stunning blog Bee in my Bonnet She has some awesome tutorials stashed away in there!

And spot those cute Mr & Mrs Tea Towels ...we have the gorgeous Riley Blake Lace coming late November!