AUTUMN CHARMER

This kwilt was in the works for a couple of years!

It all began as a swap with my work guild.

I finished the top and it went into my UFO pile!

Then finally it hit the "big" machine!

Meandering softened the view.

 All done.
I find it very difficult to get a good photo of batiks!
It is sew much prettier than my photos!

Any suggestions for photographing batiks?

This is a free ePattern (in several sizes) 
courtesy of LynBrown.com, click here

Why not make it modern? Try solids. Leave off the borders.
 What about a baby kwilt?  Something masculine for
your favorite guy?  Team colors?  

Hope you give it a try...
it's fast and easy and mine is FINALLY FINISHED!
Linking up today...Friday links on my side bar!

A GHASTLIE KINDA DAY

Raining at the beach today with a chill in the air...

it was just ghastly.

Sew I made this top...

also just Ghastly!

Sidelights, by Kari Nichols 

of Mountainpeek Creations,

is my "go to" pattern for fabric like the Ghastlies. 

Let the scene be the star!

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"A Ghastlie Night" fabric came out a couple years ago.

At least this family and Sebastian, the cat,  has dinner together.

I framed all the "side lights" with the same gray print

that just screams "Ghastlies" (you can use many prints if 

you want a more scrappy look)

A pink was perfect for the inside borders

to bring out the Ghastlies rosy cheeks and flowers.

Found a fun fabric in my stash for the border!

Today the Ghastilies brought me all the sunshine I needed.

BLOG-AVERSARY and a GIVEAWAY!

Friday, Oct 7, 2011 - I began Kwilty Pleasures

I was on vacation in Myrtle Beach and 
my son, Eric, helped me setup my blogtemplate.  
I was off and typing!

Today, I celebrate my two year blog-aversary
right here, where it began...here at the beach!

If you would like to read my first post it is here

Kwilty Pleasures had a very slow start!!!
All that has gone out with the tide.

Here are some 2 year milestone accomplishments:

Published 150 posts, 5 tutorials here
Participated in 18 blog hops, 5 swaps,
4 challenges, 1 QAL  and 2 Quilt Shows.

I have been happy to provide lots of giveaways 
(with no sponsor help)
 sending prizes as far away as Australia!

My most exciting accomplishment is reaching

" 600 "


Without you, my followers, I'd still be wondering what the
heck this blogging is all about!  I know now..it is YOU!

You inspire me everyday to write and design with more creativity, to think outside the box!  Your comments mean so much!


Without further adieu....
The GIVEAWAY is...
A Kwilty Pleasures tote bag!



GIVEAWAY IS OPEN TO ALL!
Friday, October 18th a winner will be announced!

Just leave one comment telling me
one thing you like most and/or least about my blog.
Your constructive feedback will only help me
improve my blog and keep you following!

Again, for letting me share my Kwilty Pleasures with you!

BEACH BABY BARGAINS

These cutie-patooties were 60% off.
A little girl will LOVE this savvy shoppers!
Just check out the purses and shoes!

The following fabrics were
5.99 / yard and 3.00 FQs with an 
additional 10% for showing my guild card.

Always fun to find cute fabrics for baby boys!

Love the foxes in this print

And all this Lucy's Crab Shack was 60% off.  
I have some charms at home to with these.

The sun has risen and the beach is calling my name.

Shopping will have to wait.

GOLF and GHASTLIES

When Phil and I travel...he takes his golf clubs.

I bring my sewing machine.

Here he is ready for a round of golf!

We route our travel via kwilt shop stops.

When I make a fabric purchase

our conversation goes something like this.

Kathy:  I just played a round of golf

Phil:  With or without cart?

Kathy: 18 holes with cart...

get me to the 19th hole,

I've worked up a thirst!

Here's what is on my "beachy" design wall!  

Kwilt On!

Kathy