Newly Acquired Stash Fabrics (2)

Newly Acquired Stash Fabrics (2), originally uploaded by confections.

I purchased this armload of quilting fabrics at the Stitcher's Garden quilt shop in Pueblo, Colorado, while on vacation recently.

One of our favorite rituals after visiting a quilt shop is to have lunch and compare yams, er, fat quarters. We had a delicious Italian meal and enjoyed our latest acquisitions.

Spa Girls

 

During my recent vacation in Colorado, my nieces spent a spa evening with some friends, and were captured by Alicia in full mask face. Oh, the joys of girlhood!

Left to right: Eden, Sarah, and Laken. Photo copyright and courtesy of Alicia S. Used with permission.

Detail of Handwoven Placemat, Twill Weave

Detail of Handwoven Placemat, Twill Weave, originally uploaded by confections.

This is a detail shot of my first finished cloth from a weaving class taken a few years back, cotton weft and warp, woven on a Schacht 4-shaft table loom rented from my weaving guild. I now own quite a few looms--both table and rigid heddle looms and one beautiful cherry wood floor loom.

Josef Birthday Angel 9

Josef Birthday Angel 9, originally uploaded by confections.

A gift for my niece, who, although she won't be 9 until next year, was born on August 9th.

My sister and I found this angel and the #10 birthday angel at one of our favorite antique malls. Both vintage pieces have some damage, but not enough to detract from their essence. We gave this one to my niece yesterday as one of her early birthday presents, and she loves her.

Pink Handknit Blythe Dress in Progress

Pink Handknit Blythe Dress in Progress, originally uploaded by confections.

Just a quick post with a glimpse of a work in progress. I have to complete the closure in the back and have a photo session with one of my Blythe dolls tomorrow. Ciao!

Issey Miyake Pattern

 

As a result of my spring cleaning, I have found a few patterns in my archives that I am releasing to good homes (and seamstresses/collectors). Among them is this stylish Issey Miyake coat pattern. Also currently available are dress patterns by Givenchy, a classic Perry Ellis summer ensemble, an elegant Chloe cocktail dress, and an Oscar de la Renta suit. More to come!

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Isadora Reiko at Tea

Isadora Reiko at Tea (2), originally uploaded by confections.

The Blythe dollies went to tea at Tea-upon-Chatsworth for the first time on Saturday and they had a most enjoyable time. Isadora Reiko (Frosty Frock) was joined by her cousin Mademoiselle Rosebud, and they indulged in the following incomparable High Tea:


Summer Tea Menu

Baked Brie with Cherry-Peach Compote
Roasted Vegetables & Cheese Strata
Sweet Onion Chicken & Mint Chiffonade Tea Sandwich
Artichoke Provencal Tart
Fire-Roasted Pepper & Cheddar on Raisin Tea Sandwich
Apples & Oranges Tea Sandwich
Chatsworth Scone & Cream with Rose Petal Jam
Watermelon Gazpacho
Wedding Tea Cake
Lemon Basil Square
Mocha-Almond Torte

Paris and Apricot Teas