Valentine Fat Quarter Swap

I recently joined in on the fun at Shawnee's Valentine Fat Quarter Swap.  My partner was Jennifer.  Here is the apron whe sent me:

 

She also sent me some wonderful goodies including the BEST Chocolate Covered Cherries that I've ever had.

Thank you Jennifer!

New Flirty Apron Swap

I can't wait to get my partner and start sewing!

Packages!

Today was an awesome day! I've been on vacation since Friday - we were suppose to visit my sister and her family but were snowed in. So, its been several days of sleeping in late and doing a whole lot of nothing. Today we ventured out to do a little grocery shopping and when we arrived back home, I had not one but two packages waiting on my doorstep.
The first package was my from my White Christmas Flirty Apron Swap partner, Donna. I received this awesome apron:

and all these goodies:
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I also received my Crafting with Friends ornament swap ornament:

Isn't it cute!

White Christmas Flirty Apron Swap

I participated in the White Christmas Flirty Apron Swap and completed my apron this past weekend. Click here to sneak a peek at what I sent.

Mama Mia Swap

Val hosted this AWESOME swap using the movie "Mama Mia" as the theme. I had quite a time finding fabric that I thought looked like "Mama Mia" but finally found a red polka dot with a border print. The boarder print was yellow with blue flowers and roosters. I also found a complementary yellow fabric with the roosters and blue flowers. Anyway - I loved the fabric when I saw it and knew I had found "it".
Here is a photo of the apron I made for my partner:

And I must add that that is probably the most unflattering picture of myself that I have ever seen - LOL
I used Amy Butler's Domestic Goddess Apron pattern.
And here is the apron I received from Donna:

and the rest of the package:

Donna also sent a recipe for Cranberry Sangria that I can't wait to try.

How Beautiful - You've got to go and Look!

OK Apronistas, you have got to look at this. I just found the link and had to post.

Hot Mama Fiesta Swap

I participated in Val's Hot Mama Fiesta swap. What a fun swap.
Here is the apron that I made for Shawnee:

and the back:


My partner flaked and Shawnee was sweet enough to Angel for me. Here is package she sent me:

And the apron:

DD had a lot of fun with this one. LOL BTW, I fixed Nachos for dinner and wore the apron just for fun!

Apron Swap updates

I participated in a couple of apron swap in the past month or so. One was the Flirty Apron Vintage Linen Remix at http://flirtyapronswap.blogspot.com/ and my partner was Carolyne.
I looked and looked, went to thrift store after thrift and even a couple of yard sales but never found the perfect linen to use. Anyway, I ended up purchasing some reproduction fabric - the minute I saw it, I knew it would be perfect. The pattern I chose was Butterick 4087 , a vintage 1950's apron. Here is the apron I made:

and the back:

My daughter usually models for me and I'm not sure where she was - but sorry for the "flat" photos.

Here is the package that I received from Frieda:

And DD modeling the apron:

Notice the socks.

What a beautiful apron - thank you!

What I received...

Once again, I have been slow at posting but I wanted to share the awesome packages that I received in the last two swaps that I participated in. Both of these swaps had the requirement that Amy Butler fabric must be used.
The first one was Suzee's (http://typicalandersons.blogspot.com/) Amy Butler Bag Swap. Suzee had me for a partner and this was the package that I received:

Along with a gorgeous bag, she also sent a small makeup bag and a cookbook, which I have already scoured for recipes.
Here is the inside of the bag:

I absolutely love my bag. Suzee is so talented.

The second swap was Holly's (http://mommyholly.blogspot.com/) Amy Butler Apron Swap. Tamy from http://www.3sidesofcrazy.com/ was my partner and sent me this package:

And here is DD modeling once again:

BTW, DD has decided that she needs an apron and has claimed this one. I guess she will have to start cooking.

Amy Butler apron swap

My apron for Mommy Holly's amy Butler apron swap is completed and on its way. And since my partner doesn't know who her apron is coming from - I will post a couple of pics, first DD modeling:

My partner likes green and wanted a full apron. I used some of the Daisy Chain fabric and Amy Butler's Domestic Goddess Apron pattern. Here is a close up of the fabric:


I had a lot of fun making this apron and think I may just have to make myself one - I may even use the same fabric. I just hope my partner likes it too.

Sugar, Spice, and Everything Nice

The Sugar, Spice and Everything Nice apron was due in the mail the first of February. I had a lot of fun making this apron and putting the package together - it really put me in the Valentine mood. Here is the apron I made (being modeled by my dear daughter):


And to the package, I added a cookie cutter and some candy:


This package went to Paula who just started her blog so if you get the chance, stop over and visit her: http://thevilulateagarden.blogspot.com/

I received this package full of goodies:


and this apron:


My apron is beautiful. It came from Terisa at http://www.sabiiwabii.blogspot.com/.
Thank you so much!

Sassy Aprons

Lucy and Shawnee from the Sassy and Flirty Apron Swap (click on the side button for more info) are doing their first just for fun giveaway and since I am in the swap, I may just win. Yea me! or Yea to one very lucky swapper. The apron is the Sassy Valentine apron that can be found at this awesome site: Sassy Aprons at Etsy. Check out the site, maybe buy an apron - they are all beautiful.

More swaps, aprons, etc.

Well, I've been away for a while - life just seems to get in the way. I thought I would take a moment and post some pics of recent swaps etc.
My last post was of the Hot Drinks for Hot Mamas swap. Here is the apron that I made:

and the rest of the package:

I sent a coffee mug (in the box) from one of my fav store, 2 coffee ornaments (filled with coffee beans), a pot holder to match the apron, and a candle.
I also participated in the Sassy Apron Winter Swap (http://sassyapronswap.blogspot.com/). We had to make a winter or cookie themed apron. Here is the apron I made:

DH is modeling (I love that man!)
I sent the apron with a couple of cookie recipes, some sprinkles, and a cookie cutter.
I hope my partner is making some YUMMY cookies.

Hot Drinks for Hot Mama Apron Swap

Some time ago I signed up for Yarnigras' Hot Drinks for Hot Mamas Apron Swap (http://yarnigras.blogspot.com/2008/09/hot-drinks-for-hot-mamas-apron-swap.html). The apron was due to be in the mail by October 29th. Here is the apron and package I received:



and all of the goodie inside of the package:



There were 2 coffee cup cozies, an apron, and a really cool handmade journal.
Here is the apron:


And one more pic of DD in the apron (she loves to model):


All of these wonderful things were sent to me by Bley of http://www.bibliosophybooks.blogspot.com/.
I love my apron. Thank you Bley!

Winner!

I WON! I WON! And I never, I mean NEVER win anything. The Sassy Apron Swap had an early bird drawing and I won Pillow Case Pinny pattern - I am so excited and can't wait to make one.

Fall Apron swap pics

Sorry, I have been away and not posting. We have been so busy with DD going back to school etc. And last weekend we headed up to Ghost Town - more about that here: http://carolinasisters.blogspot.com/.


I know these are long overdue but here are a few pics from the swaps. First of all, there was the Fall Apron Swap at Sassy Apron Swap (http://sassyapronswap.blogspot.com/2008/07/fall-sassy-apron-swap-sign-up.html). I made this apron that DD was so kind to model for me:



the back:



and I love this pic:





And this is the apron that I received with the matching potholder:







and of course, a pic of DD in the apron:





For Booming Aprons (http://boomingaprons.blogspot.com/) halloween swap, I received this wonderful package:



with all of this:



and this apron:



and the reverse of the apron:





Sorry those last couple of pics didn't turn out so good - I didn't have my model.

And the pics that I took of what I made got "lost" when a memory card went bad. Pictures of a trip that DD took with her Grandmother were also lost (which made for a very, very sad day at our house). But you can see pics here at my swap partners blog :http://creationsbydebbiejean.blogspot.com/2008/09/halloween-banners-and-swap-items.html

Thanks for looking and I am so sorry it took so long.

Halloween apron finished!

Well, I finished my Booming Apron's Beat the Heat Halloween Apron just in time. The deadline for mailing is tomorrow and I will swing by the PO on my way into work. I took pics and will post asap.
I have been super busy the last few days and am ready for a break but it doesn't look like I will get one anytime soon. I had a lot of quilting homework this week and I am sure I will have a lot next week. Plus this coming weekend is the last weekend we have before DD comes home from camp and her room is no where near ready. But my apron is done so I can rest easy tonight.

Crafting weekend?

Well, with DD still at camp and DH working, I've spent most of the day alone. Went to church and actually made it to the early service. After church, I ran to Sam's to pick up a few groceries and planned on coming home to craft. However, I ended up cleaning and cooking.
Yesterday, I attended a Stampin' Up Christmas in July workshop. We made 2 cards and a tag. Here are my creations...

A picture will go in the red square on the bottom card. I think this may be "the"card this year if I can get DD to pose for a Christmas pic.
Here is the inside of the "truck" card...


BTW, while I was at the quilting store for my class on Wednesday, I picked up some new fabric. First, I picked up the fabric for the We the People tote swap hosted by Tracy at itching2bstitching (http://itching2bstitching.blogspot.com/2008/06/we-people.html). Here is may fabric. It is from Sandi Henderson's Ginger Blossom line.

And I also picked up fabric for a new apron. This is from urbanfarm by Keri Beyer.

The top piece is actually an apron pattern - not really sure how to describe it but all I have to do is cut it out and finish it. The main apron, the ties, and a facing our included. The sample made in the store did not use the facing but lined the whole thing. I chose a fabric (the bottom in the pic) that matched the ties and plan on this being a reversible apron.
I have a lot of homework to do for my class - I have to have all of my pieces cut before Wednesday. I will be busy the next 2 nights.

Apron Swap

Well, I was in my very first apron swap and received my apron this past week and I love it.
I do not have a pic to post yet but here is the apron that I sent to my swap partner - Sheri:



I hope she liked it.

And I have decided to join in another one - Booming Apron's Beat the Heat July Halloween's pron Swap. This one has a fall / Halloween theme (duh) and I am so excited.