Thursday, September 29, 2011
Saturday, November 14, 2009
A step in the right direction
Ok, progress thus far: I needed a pattern for the Hoffman Challenge quilt. I found one and fell head over heels. PROBLEM.
Rules state you must get permission to use another’s pattern. I’m just a podunk quilter from nowhere, but hey, the worst they could say is no. I’d have to redraft the pattern anyway to make it smaller so I could easily find a common use block and run with it.
So I emailed the company.
Yesterday there was a letter. YES doof that I am, my hands were shaking. I got permission!!! YEAHHHHHHH!
Talk about a boost of confidence! So now I can begin drafting my pattern. Next week I will order the last of the fabrics. And soon, cutting and sewing! I may have to wait until after the holidays, since I have other sewing to do. But with the deadline not until July 2010, I feel confident :)
Labels: Hoffman Challenge 2010
Saturday, November 07, 2009
The Hoffman Challenge 2010

I've had quilt designs dancing in my head since this fabric was picked, and realized they were far too advanced for my skills. I dream big ;) But after going through some quilt books, I've narrowed it down to about 5 or so patterns.
The rules state you do not have to use Hoffman fabrics for your quilt (aside from the challenge fabric), but when seeing the range, I've decided to base my quilt on the entire collection, plus a few recommended coordinates. I even picked up some Hoffman Bali Batiks for good luck ;)
So I'm waiting anxiously for the rest to arrive, any day now, and I can't wait to see the challenge fabric IRL.
I'm thinking of doing a few videos while I make this, instead of just photographs, because, well, this competitor would like to keep her entry under wraps until I'm done. My secret project :D
I can't believe how excited I am...though I'm sure some nerves will show up here and there. I hope to start drafting my design this week, since you are limited to a 40"x40" quilt maximum, and the designs I'm looking at will have to be resized. But this is good, since working on larger quilts can wreak havok on my neck and back. And the competition closes in July, plenty of time to work and perfect my entry.
Here is the link to the Hoffman Challenge website.
Until next time, keep quilting!
Labels: Hoffman Bali Pops, Hoffman Challenge 2010, Treasures of the East
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Work in Progress--La Vie en Rose
Yesterday was a happy day--the ordering of FABRIC! Yes, eQuilter.com *loves* me LOL
Labels: EQuilter.com, La Vie en Rose, Paris, Quilt, Quilt as you Go
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
GRAND OPENING!!
I am proud to announce my GRAND OPENING of The Crafty Angel on Etsy!!!
You will find 8 custom quilts listed for sale--each pattern is different, so take a look at them all! These are truly custom quilts--while I do have artistic licence, my customers will have the choice of various fabrics (stated in each listing). No two quilts are alike, and not just because they are hand-made. I strive for a unique look to each one.
Who knew when I made that vent earlier last month that I would wind up here? I'm so grateful to all who have supported me, given me great feedback, and encouraged me to find an outlet for my quilts.
I get to do something I LOVE and get paid for it. How cool is that? :)
Labels: custom, Etsy, Quilt, The Crafty Angel
Monday, August 17, 2009
My Portfolio
All my Quilts, from 2003-2009. Many of these will be available for CUSTOM ORDERS on my Etsy shop--TheCraftyAngel.Etsy.com. I am still building my shop, but if you see something you're interested in, please hop over there or email me headacheslayer @ gmail dot com (leave out spaces, add the dot).
Labels: Etsy, Quilt Portfolio, The Crafty Angel
Friday, July 31, 2009
The Menagerie Quilt! UPDATED
For my future Nephew, due in September. I finished it with about 16 hrs to spare for the baby shower. My sister loved it! I have to say, it is my favorite so far.

Some CloseUps of some of the blocks....

Labels: 2009, Baby quilt, Menagerie, Nephew















