The Crochet Clutch

I'm very excited about my newest creation, The Crochet Clutch. My Hanging Circular Knitting Needle Holders have been quite popular with the knitting folk so I thought I'd create something for the clever crochet gal, such as myself. This clutch came from my frustration of getting all comfy and cozy on the couch, ready for a few hours of relaxing crochet, only to realize that I didn't grab my glasses...hrrmph! Get up, grab my glasses, sit back down, get comfy...shoot! My lips are feeling a bit chappy...hrrmph! Get up, grab my chap stick, sit back down, get all comfy...poop! My hands are dry and I can't crochet productively with dry hands...hrrmph...(get the picture?). This sweet little clutch has 5 interior slots that will hold up to 10 crochet hooks, plus, a pocket for a small pair of scissors. Deep enough to hold other miscellaneous items so that everything is is contained in one little pouch. Just stock it with your necessities of choice and keep it in your project bag you're ready to roll!

Patina Bloom, Crochet Clutch

Created with Innocent Crush, Drawing Room and Loulouthi fabrics by Anna Maria Horner.

Azure Pods, Crochet Clutch

Created with Lark by Amy Butler, Hope Valley by Denyse Schmidt Metro Living by Robert Kaufman

Tangerine Dream, Crochet Clutch

Created with Lotus by Amy Butler, Haven's Edge by Tina Givens and Chocolate Lollipop by Anna Maria Horner.

Vintage Plums, Crochet Clutch

Created with Daisy Mae fabrics by Denyse Schmidt.

In the Mama Roux shop!

Saffron Ash, a Modern Tablerunner

I love Lotta Jansdotter and have quickly gobbled up her fabrics as fast as my budget will allow. I appreciate her clear designs and bold, pure colors. Her Echo fabric line is so brilliant that I wanted to allow the fabrics to speak for themselves by framing them in a dark solid and keeping the design very simple. I adore all of the fabrics but my favorite (today) is the Small Spring Buds in Grey. It is so very delicate and light I am thinking about incorporating it into some baby quilts. Of course I will most likely have a new favorite tomorrow and yet another the next day. Her fabrics make me very happy and that's what it's all about, isn't it?

Saffron Ash, Patchwork Tablerunner. Created with Echo fabrics by Lotta Jansdotter. A modern patchwork assortment that will add a touch of sleek elegance to your dining table, coffee table, sideboard or dresser. Measures 46" x 14". Reversable! Warm and white batting, quilted in a simple random wave design. Backed with Kona Coal.

In the Shop!

I'm at it Again!

Get out of the way, here come the dishtowels! I really went overboard with the dishtowels this time, but I just couldn't help it. These new fabrics just called for some sassy, fancy towels to doozy up the kitchen, guest bath or for an absolutely fabulous hostess gift! I always make extra sets for myself and for giving as gifts. These newest sets are truly dazzling!

Sienna Path

Embellished with Secret Garden fabrics by Sandi Henderson and Metro Living by Robert Kaufman.

Charisma

Embellished with Lark fabrics by Amy Butler

Agave Blooms

Embellished with Echo fabrics by Lotta Jansdotter

Paprika Moon

Embellished with Secret Garden fabrics by Sandi Henderson and Full Moon Polka Dot in Lime by Amy Butler

Cobalt Gypsy

Embellished with Lark fabric by Amy Butler and Innocent Crush by Anna Maria Horner

Mandarin

Embellished with Lark fabrics by Amy Butler and Botanika by Paula Prass.

They're all in the shop, while they last. Thanks for stopping by!

Felice Anno Nuovo!

A bit of what kept me busy in 2011

1. Not available, 2. Not available, 3. Berry Bouquet, Mezzo Messenger Bag , 4. Wallpaper Roses, Altezza Messenger, 5. Pink Poodle Satchel, 6. Bijou Jade Satchel, 7. A Quilt for Annie, 8. Vintatge Lime, Pleated Summer Tote, 9. Aunt Matilda, Boutique Apron, 10. A Quilt for Judy, 11. Country Picnic Patchwork Tablerunner, 12. Goldenrod, Dish or Guest Towels

Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow.

~ Einstein

Happy New Year!

Blogger's Choice Fat Quarter Bundle Competition

I love, love, love fabric and could spend all day picking out fabulous fabric combos to make totally cool quilts with. When I heard of the Blogger's Choice Fat Quarter Bundle Competition hosted by Quokka Quilts I jumped on board and spent the better part of the day gazing at luscious fabrics to create my fabric Bundle entry. Here it is...

1.Modernology-MO-4802-450,

2. CottonCouture-SC533-MOSS-D-450,

3. HyperrealGarden-HG-8406-450,

4. SpringKaffeFasset-GP70-TEALX-450,

5. Kona-K001-1066-450,

6. IndianSummer-C2614-CREAM-450,

7. Lark-PWAB068-MINERAL-450,

8. GirlsWorldVibe-PWJP058-HONEY-450,

9. PearTree-5553-E-450,

10. PrinceCharming-TP11-AQUA-450,

11. SoSophie-C2703-BLUE-450,

12. HelloBetty-9900-126-450,

13. Whimsy-5601-11-450,

14. DomesticBliss-18074-16-450,

15. Bespoken-BE-7102-450,

16. Fat quarter logo

I followed Maureen's instructions and used Big Huge Labs to create my mosaic. Even if I don't win the awesome prize (half yard cuts of all the fabrics in my mosaic!!) I just might have to create a quilt with these gorgeous fabrics! Take a look at all the other great entries at Quokka Quilts.

Spirit of Love

Photo source: petitevanou

Let the spirit of love gently fill our

hearts and homes.

Christmas Eve-Eve

Today is "Christmas Eve-Eve", as my family refers to the day before Christmas Eve. It is the last day to put the finishing touches on the Holiday.

The wreath has been hung, the tree is decorated, one last batch of cookies are baking, my Holiday Tablerunner is finished and Jack has been accessorized.

Tomorrow we will celebrate with family and on Christmas Day even more family. I am grateful for the slower pace of things this year since the kids are grown and there is not that usual hustle bustle as in years past full of school recitals, toy shopping, Christmas caroling, gingerbread house making, insane marathons of gift wrapping and stressing about getting it all done on time. Everything is done and now we can relax and enjoy the Holiday

For whatever you choose to celebrate, Blessings to one and all this Holiday Season!