I have caught the appliqué bug again! I really enjoy hand sewing and appliqué projects in particular - I had forgotten how much I enjoyed it actually. I was in need of a break from knitting and crochet so last night I decided to start a little simple sewing. I am currently prettying up a plain white fleece blanket with some simple gingham hearts. I am so enjoying stitching this, I did some last night and I am planning to do a little more today as Miss M has friends over and they are happily playing in her room.
I actually have lots more appliqué projects planned, nothing in my house is safe from my needle and thread now! I blame the book above, Make! by Cath Kidston. I have had this book for quite a few years, I picked it up again recently and remembered how much I love it, lots of inspiration for pretty projects most of which are really simple but effective.
Today I am joining in with Chrissie's regular Stitching Sundays post where there is lots more stitchy inspiration to be found...
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Very cute, I like how you used green thread against the red gingham x
ReplyDeleteJust spotted your heart at Chrissie's. It looks really simple but effective. Jo x
ReplyDeleteI'd forgotten I'd got that book too, I'm going to have to dig it out and have another look now... your heart looks fab! Julie x
ReplyDeletePretty appliqué xx
ReplyDeleteI seem to have lost my crafting mojo at the moment! I think applique work looks amazing and I have always enjoyed doing it.
ReplyDeleteSuper cute, I have that book to, when I was bondawebbing my seaside bunting yeterday I suddenly remember the book and the decorated shopping bags, think I'm going to have a go.
ReplyDeleteClare x
What a lovely way to prettify a plain blanket! Thanks for linking up, I can't wait to see what is attacked by your needle, thread and pretty fabrics next! Chrissie x
ReplyDeleteLooking lovely!! Ooh I have that book and I havent had a look at it for ages might need to have a nosy as you have inspired me (I just need to find the time!!)
ReplyDeleteApplique is lovely isn't it, hope that you have lots of fun with your stitchy projects!! xx
ReplyDeleteVery pretty.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Meredith
Such a cute little heart! I wish I had the same love for sewing!
ReplyDeleteThis is so lovely Marianne and I am really looking forward to seeing the end result. Enjoy your week xoxo
ReplyDeleteI enjoy applique so much. Your heart is adorable. I love the contrasting colors between the fabric and thread. I can't wait to see more. :)
ReplyDeleteLovely, and great to rotate your crafts to keep your interest levels up.
ReplyDeleteThat blanket is going to be so darned cute when you're finished!
ReplyDeleteWishing you lots of fun on your new project!
ReplyDeleteHappy week!
Madelief x
So pretty - I love gingham. Looking forward to seeing your finished blanket and your other applique projects: applique is my favourite kind of quilting. x
ReplyDeleteMarianne I just adore your stitching it is gorgeous, I had forgotten about this book too so after writing this I shall be shifting through all my sewing books looking for it again, it has been ages since I read it. Your heart is lovely and I cannot wait to see the finished work Marianne, a lovely post as always, big hugs
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It's really cute, I have never tried it, maybe I will some day.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week!!
Lluisa x
What a great idea Marianne, and your heart looks so sweet and lovely - yes, your beating one too!!! I too have been missing little stitchies so hope to begin something new later today. I haven't come across that book but it looks like a really good one - here we go again, another book case needed before I know it! I wish you a wonderful week lovely! Hugs, Joy xo
ReplyDeleteI like hand sewing too, and find it relaxing. Your heart appliques look lovely-the blanket will be sweet and gorgeous when it's finished!
ReplyDeleteI have Cath Kidston's 'Sew' book which has lots of appliques too. But now I want to get my hands on 'Make' as well. It looks like it's got lots of fun projects.
Have a great week!
Marion x
Dear Marianne
ReplyDeleteYour applique hearts are looking lovely and I really like the contrasting thread colour choice. I am sure the blanket will look wonderful when it has been prettified! I look forward to following your progress.
Best wishes
Ellie
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ReplyDeleteHi Marianne, thank you for your comments on my last post. Your gingham heart looks so pretty and your blanket will look lovely when it's finished: it's such a satisfying thing 'customizing' plain everyday objects. Have a lovely stitchy week!
ReplyDeleteJane xx
Cute looking heart- I like the gingham- and i would be inspired by the Cath Kidston book too- it looks lovely
ReplyDeleteLooking fab Marianne! I love that book I've enjoyed many a flick through so many gorgeous projects x
ReplyDeleteYour gingham heart looks so cute! I was hoping to make up an appliqued cushion with a deer pattern I had copied out, but that was supposed to be for Christmas ... never happened. Will have to think on that further as I'm running out of ideas for knitting at the moment. Wendy x
ReplyDeleteYour heart looks so pretty Marianne and I love your colour choices! I have a few of the CK books and love them but I don't have this one...think I may have to add it to my list!
ReplyDeleteHappy Wednesday!
Susan x
What a great idea to pretty up a plain blanket. I love the gingham fabric. Have a good week. Deb x
ReplyDeleteI've been away from your blog far too long Marianne. I'm so happy you left me a little comment on mine which lead me back to yours. Now I'm off to play a little catch up. Enjoy that wonderful book....I am sure you will be stitching some little pretties in no time!
ReplyDeleteHugs Shari
that is a lovely way to pretty up a blanket.
ReplyDeleteThis looks so sweet and a lovely way to spruce up a blanket xoxo
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