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Month: March 2015

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Happy in Her Garden & Kittens

Posted on March 31, 2015March 31, 2015by Carrie

The tiny flowers on the hem of this dress add just a bit of interest and use those decorative stitches on my machine. This floral background made me thinking gardens and spring which is quickly approaching. She is Happy in Her Garden (5” x 9”) – available via Etsy as for the kittens… Many years […]

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Share Joy Quilt Sale

Posted on March 30, 2015March 29, 2015by Carrie

Before we began house hunting, I started a studio clean-out to make room for new art and creations (including some room to paint). Every quilt and art quilt in my home not currently in use or on my walls, is now listed in my Etsy shop at 40% off. Yes, 40% off – I’m turning […]

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Paint Splatters Happy

Posted on March 29, 2015May 3, 2017by Carrie

I have been cleaning my studio to make room for some painting. All the extra fabric and in progress and completed project need to be put away so I don’t get paint on them. I love fabric, but I do enjoy adding paint to fabric or canvas. The results can be unpredictable and so fun. […]

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Ready for a Challenge

Posted on March 28, 2015May 3, 2017by Carrie

Thank you all for your kind words and support. Dexter is sorely missed, but we are celebrating the love, laughter and cuddles he brought to your home. This piece seems fitting – not only did we lose Dexter this week, but we put in an offer to buy our first house. It was accepted! It’s […]

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Sad Day

Posted on March 27, 2015March 27, 2015by Carrie

Our dear kitty Dexter passed away yesterday. His personality filled our home and my heart swells for love for him. Dexter is dearly missed.

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Purple is Her Happy

Posted on March 24, 2015May 3, 2017by Carrie

What is your happy? What fills you with joy? Anything purple is this girl’s happy. Lately, for me it’s a good night’s rest and sewing despite worrying about a sick kitty. Purple is her happy (5” x 9”)

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Thrives in Sunlight

Posted on March 23, 2015May 3, 2017by Carrie

Spring has arrived here with lots of sun and warmer temperatures. Waiting for the ice to dissipate and mud to dry out, then there will be lots of biking. She thrives in sunlight (5” x 9”)

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Smile – Change the World

Posted on March 22, 2015May 3, 2017by Carrie

Sometimes I need a reminder that my smile can change my attitude and brighten a dark mood. In doing so I can change the world by sparking other smiles. Have you spread joy with your smile today? Use your smile to change the world (8” x 14.5”)

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Bloom True Times Two

Posted on March 19, 2015May 3, 2017by Carrie

Bloom True 1 (6” x 9”) This batik was so pretty and the print so large, a girl just couldn’t go on the backgrounds. I stitched a giant flower for the quilting and then add stitched words and pretty buttons. Bloom True 2 (6” x 9”) One is portrait oriented and the other is landscape. […]

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Take on the Day

Posted on March 18, 2015May 3, 2017by Carrie

Some days I wake up ready to embrace the day; other days I need to ease into it. Are you ready to take on your day? I’ve This girl is! She’s in a stylish jacket/sweater and day kicking’ boots. She is ready to take on the day (5” x 9”)

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