Lets get right to it.....The winner of yesterdays book giveaway is:
BFromM
she said:
"I love those boxes! So much better than the plasticy ones that are sold in stores.
I'm a big fan of pillows, because they are much smaller, and thus much quicker!"
Congratulations to you, you will be hearing from me real soon!
I loved hearing your comments on what you make the most and just for fun, here are the results:
My favorite answer was from Dorian though....She actually admitted to making mostly quilt TOPS!! I am sure you are not the only one Dorian....I make many every year that don't become quilts until...well later!
ON WITH THE SHOW!
Today I am going to show you some more projects from the Fast & Furious Family book. I forgot to mention in yesterdays post that we are taking preorders for the book here.
Today we are going to start with Placemats.
Fresh Blooms Placemats
The Placemats can be made from Fat Quarters or Fat Eighths and are super easy to make. The simple fusible flower along with the crisp fabrics, makes them so fresh and cheery.
I used the Ruby fabric line by Bonnie & Camille for Moda.
Do you see the little table runner in the background?
I used my leftovers from the placemats to make the runner. It is called Fresh Cut Runner and can of course be made with any scraps that you have. It measures 9" x 42"
Now what if you don't have a square or rectangular table? Round Tables have often been a tough one to dress because of the shape but check these out:
Fan-Tastic Placemats
I absolutely love these placemats....so much that I am actually contemplating going out and buying a round table so I can use them!
I have often been asked for a pattern for round-table placemats and for all of you that asked....here you go:)
You only need 9 fat quarters for four placemats and some binding. I used the Hometown fabric line by Sweetwater for Moda, just the grays and blues and then the red dot out of my Super fabric line for Red Rooster which worked great with it.
Playful Charms Runner
The Playful Charms Runner is one of four runners in the book. It is made from Charm squares or leftover pieces of 2-1/2" strips. It is super fun to make and the ric rac down the middle makes it so alive and playful. For this version I used the Isabelle Christmas collection from Anna Griffin for this version of the runner. The black polkadot was in my stash and just worked great with it.
This version features a fabric line from Oliver S by Moda and the brown print is from my Flair collection for Red Rooster.
That's it for today folks. I hope you are still liking what you see. Make sure to put your name in the pot to win a copy of the book by adding your comment to todays post. Here is the question of the day and it is a multiple choice (you can certainly pick more than one:)
What is your favorite way of picking fabrics for your projects?
A: I like to shop for my own fabrics and pick my own color combinations that might be different from the pattern.
B: I like to buy kits with all the fabrics already picked out because I have a hard time visualizing the final product without seeing it.
C: I like to work with precuts (Jelly Rolls, Charm packs, Layer cakes) because of the variety and time saving aspect.
D: Picking fabrics from my stash without spending a penny gives me the most satisfaction!
E: I am a split personality, all of the above will be my favorite way at some point in the week!!!
Thanks for checking in today, see you tomorrow.
If I had to pick one, it would be option D, picking fabrics from my stash. However, depending on the circumstances, I have done all of the above.
Posted by: Jo Anne | October 18, 2011 at 11:30 AM
I am definitely an "E"....all of them!!
I really like the fresh blooms placemats!!
Posted by: Caryl W | October 18, 2011 at 11:19 AM
At any given time I could be one of the choices, but mostly am a 'A',
Posted by: Marie | October 18, 2011 at 11:12 AM
I love the placemats for the round table! I think I'm an A person with some D thrown in.
Posted by: Jill | October 18, 2011 at 11:08 AM
Finally some great placemats for my old round table! "E" all the way1
Posted by: Sharon S | October 18, 2011 at 10:48 AM
Love the placemates for the round table. They are so cute. And OK I will come clean too - I have 3 quilt tops in my sewing room that need backings quilted on. I like to purchase kits if I like the fabrics they use but have selected my own fabrics occasionally.
lsandes@comcast.net
Posted by: Elaine | October 18, 2011 at 10:34 AM
D - because that means it doesn't cost you anything, right! (Whose counting those "stash" purchases, anyway?)
Posted by: Pamela | October 18, 2011 at 10:21 AM
Love the fan placemats, how cute!
I'd have to say I'm an E. I like to mix it up!
Posted by: Patty V | October 18, 2011 at 10:21 AM
I love The Playtime Runner and I would say E...I am a split personality :O)
Posted by: Elinborg Dagmar Lárusdóttir | October 18, 2011 at 10:10 AM
A and D. I love it when you buy something new and it works PERFECTLY with something you already have. I love your designs, Gudrun, and those round placemats are great. Wish I'd thought of something like -- just gave a round tabletopper as a gift to a friend with a round table. These would have been perfect!
Posted by: Amy Roth | October 18, 2011 at 10:01 AM
I love the Ruby runner and the curved placemats!
I'd choose A, C and D!!!
Posted by: Gill | October 18, 2011 at 09:59 AM
I am an "E" person. I like to do a little of each. I just love the place mats for the round table. I like things that are unique.
Posted by: JoDee | October 18, 2011 at 09:58 AM
Love to put my own touch on my quilts. Stopping at the Quilt store usually involves purchasing fabric because that little voice says take me home. Well... then you can't just leave it there. Love your placemats. Thanks.
Karin E:)
Posted by: Karin E | October 18, 2011 at 09:55 AM
All of the above! Beautiful projects Gudrun! I'm in love with the placemats for a round table. The splash of red on the binding is perfect!
Posted by: Ruth B | October 18, 2011 at 09:51 AM
I am an E. Depends on the project and my mood.
Posted by: Amy V | October 18, 2011 at 09:39 AM
Love the placemats and table runners.
I have to say that I am an 'E' person. I have been known to do all of the above.
Hope to win a copy of that book. It looks like it has some great projects in it.
Posted by: Ann | October 18, 2011 at 09:39 AM
Lately I've been working with my stash and trying not to buy more than I need. It's been difficult as I LOVE to buy fabrics. I like to pick fabric and colors for the person who would be receiving the gift. Something that fits their personality or home decor. I love the placemats & runners pictured above. I have a round table and so do quite a few family members so I know which placemats I want to make.
Posted by: Lori M | October 18, 2011 at 09:39 AM
I'm definitely a "c" person. Since I am not able to stand for long periods of time, the pre-cuts have allowed me to keep quilting. Plus, I just love the look of them!
Posted by: Betty L | October 18, 2011 at 09:38 AM
I'm an A person. I love to pick out fabrics and see how it turns out in the end.
Posted by: Moneik Stephens | October 18, 2011 at 09:36 AM
All of the above!! I love your placemats!! Very cute!
Paulette
Posted by: Paulette Doyle | October 18, 2011 at 09:35 AM
I am an 'E' person. Just can't resist bringing new fabric home with me. The placemats for a round table are just awesome.
Posted by: Beth | October 18, 2011 at 09:29 AM
I am a scrap quilter so picking fabrics from my stash without spending a penny gives me the most satisfaction! I just love those round table placemats. I just have to make those real soon.
Posted by: Pat ( Texas Quilter) | October 18, 2011 at 09:24 AM
I like all of the choices. Depends what kind of mood I am in and how fat I need to crank out the project... Love the placemats for a round table!
Posted by: Angie | October 18, 2011 at 09:23 AM
I am definitely an all of the above quilter!
The placemats are wonderful. I can't wait to get the book and start making every project!
Posted by: Mama Dub | October 18, 2011 at 09:22 AM
I'm a very much in the "all of the above" category. I love to buy fabric - I'm very welcoming of it in all shapes and sizes!
Posted by: Maria Letters | October 18, 2011 at 09:22 AM
I'm a E person but trying to be more of a D.
Love the place mats for the round table.
Posted by: Linda Robinson | October 18, 2011 at 09:20 AM
I like to buy something that just jumps out at me in the fabric store. Then I look at it and touch it at home for about 6 months and try to decide what pattern it would look good in. Finally I decide it is too pretty to cut and I go back to the store and buy the whole line of something else. If I don't buy the whole line and I pick out one fabric I really like, I have to have someone help me with the other fabric to go with it. I am bad at color blending.
Posted by: Lori Stephens | October 18, 2011 at 09:13 AM
Lately I have been mainly a "D", I like to be an "A", I guess that makes me an "E"??? Love those round table place mats. Just the answer for some Christmas gifts. Thanks Gudrun!
Posted by: Leslie J. | October 18, 2011 at 09:09 AM
I'd say I'm mostly a D!! I'm always buying bits and pieces of material whereever I go just so I can have fun picking out fabric to match that particular project. I never use the same colours as the original pattern.
I absolutely love the little table runner with the matching placemats and would love to have the pattern so I can get busy with Christmas gifts for all the family!! Keep up the good work Gudrun!!
Posted by: Swansetta | October 18, 2011 at 09:07 AM
I am mostly a D person. Love your fresh tablemats and the tablerunner! So cute! Stunning the one with black background.
Posted by: Martina | October 18, 2011 at 08:54 AM
I am definitely a split personality fabric buyer. Depending on the project, sometimes I see a sample in the shop that I really love and I'll buy the kit. Other times I like to buy my own fabric or use my stash. Love your Fast and Furious books and can't wait for this one.
Posted by: Pat | October 18, 2011 at 08:45 AM
Hello,
I love to make small projects, thus the Charm Packs are my favorite purchase because it allows me to get a little of all the fabrics in one line.
I have a round table so I am always looking for place mats or table toppers that fit a round table.........your pattern idea is perfect.
Posted by: Grace Keir | October 18, 2011 at 08:15 AM
Good morning:
D. is my answer. Being of a certain age I am now limiting how big my stash will be. I am looking forward to make the Fantastic placemats. What a great idea. I will be able to use a lot of scraps and fill Christmas stockings without spending toooo much.
Posted by: Colette | October 18, 2011 at 08:10 AM
I love your designs, especially the Playtime Runner. I also like that the box pattern comes with different sizes. I am an 'E' split personality. I love fabric of any kind and will pick up a kit when available.
Posted by: OmaSews | October 18, 2011 at 08:10 AM
I love variety pre-cuts have to offer but lately, my stash seems to be going down in size, too. Any reason to purchase fabric is o.k. in my book!
The placemats for the round table are fantastic! My parents passed away shortly after we were married 23+ years ago and we have their table. As with many kitchen tables, it is being used for a lot of things other than eating. These placemats might just be the reason to keep ours clean!
Posted by: Vickie Streich | October 18, 2011 at 08:07 AM
My answer is E! I am especially interested in these placemats for the round tables. I have 2 round tables and my mother has been asking for them for her round table FOREVER! I am a fan of scraps and charm squares, the runner with the jumbo ric rac is sweet! Kat in Indiana
Posted by: Kat Scribner | October 18, 2011 at 07:48 AM
I am definitely an E! I love your placemats with the cheery flower! The placemats would also look cute in Christmas fabric with a little ornament or tree appliqued on it! Wait, here's another idea: How about winter fabric with a cute snowman or mittens appliqued on it! I definitely am going to need that pattern and thank you once again for an awesome book!
Posted by: Erin Earl | October 18, 2011 at 07:46 AM
Have a good stash but can never not buy some new stuff once in a while. Love all the new designs and look forward to making some for gifts. Keep them coming and thanks.
Posted by: Renae J | October 18, 2011 at 07:35 AM
I really have quite a stash to use and found it useful for fall and Halloween table runners. I do like to buy kits after seeing samples made with them.
Posted by: Nancy | October 18, 2011 at 07:34 AM
I love the round placemats and the Hometown fabric you selected - very clever design! I am mostly an E personalty - all depends on the project at hand. Can't wait to get my hands on this new book!
Posted by: Tracy | October 18, 2011 at 07:28 AM
I would say I´m an A and D, well I´m getting to be more of an D person because I have so many pretty fabrics that I just buy but i don´t know what to make I just have to buy them ;) so it is very satisfying to make something out of them ;)
I just love you new placements for round table and I say like you I just have to go out and buy round table so I can make them ;)
Posted by: www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1029856627 | October 18, 2011 at 07:23 AM
At this point in time I am a split personality....but I really need to shop my own stash! I have a little of everything and like to find a color combination that works in my environment. For gifts though I tend to have to shop for the recipient's color scheme.
Posted by: Pamstitches | October 18, 2011 at 07:23 AM
Gorgeous projects as ever and your finishing is superb. I'm adding another top to the growing pile today - part of a bloggers quiltalong.
As for the type of fabric person I am - I'm an E. It depends on my mood and the needs of the project.
Posted by: Rosanne Derrett | October 18, 2011 at 07:12 AM
LOL, I just added another quilt top to the pile ;)
I LOVE those round table runners. What a great idea! The other runners and mats are cute too.
I'm an 'A' person, love to buy my own fabric, in yardages.
Posted by: Dorian | October 18, 2011 at 06:53 AM