Good morning from the East Coast where we have been waking up to 40 degree temps and crisp fall air. It’s the perfect snuggle-your-quilt weather.
I’d like to introduce you to this adorably fun fabric line called Whistful Winds by Shari Butler of Doohikey Designs for Riley Blake fabrics.
Have you seen Shari’s Binding Babies? If you haven’t …. you must go take a peek at them. I never had so much fun binding a quit in my life. And wouldn’t they make the greatest stocking stuffers for your quilty friends?
I couldn’t wait to cut into this colorful fabric and make something to inspire all of you.
So after browsing through my pattern stash & my small library of quilt books I came across this pattern in the Growing Up Modern book by Allison Harris from Cluck Cluck Sew.
So snuggly. So sweet. And quilty kitty approved.
BONUS PROJECT: I know - you’ve seen one zipper bag you’ve seen them all. But it is sew fun to use your leftover scraps to make one. Then stash it in the “I need a gift” drawer.
I used the free simple zipper pouch tutorial by The Fat Quarter Shop but left off the binding. Stitched right sides together.
Thanks for stopping by for some whistful quilty inspiration.
Happy sewing friends ….. now I have to go climb back in for some snuggle time.
Marlene Clausen says
Love everything about this. From the beautiful fabric, the cute binder dolls, adorable zip bag, and snuggly quilt, it all wants me to dive into this fabric line! Thank you for such a delightful post.
I love this so much! Beautifully done my friend! I am so happy you are on the Wistful Winds blog tour! Your talents shine with love and radiates the happiness and joy! Thank you for being such a delight! Love you!
What a beautiful line and perfect pattern to showcase it with! Such happy fabrics and a happy blog post!
ALL SO PRETTY! THANKS FOR SHARING!
you make the sweetest things! your talents, what a wonderful blessing! could you please give us some tips on how you manage to get so much accomplished in just a short time? i could use all the help i can get — do you have a system or just work diligently until you are finished with any given project? i’m so impressed, good health and happiness to you.
Tammy Edwards says
Such a cheerful line, Shari did a beautiful job designing it. Your makes are lovely Tina, you always make the prettiest things! Your beautiful quilt looks sewww cuddley and the zippy bag made from your scrapes is going to be a much loved gift for the lucky recipient. Thank you for sharing your Binding Babies( going to visit Shari right after I leave here), they would indeed make perfect gifts for my Quilty Friends.
Love and Happiness to you and yours!😘💕
You are such a blessing! This quilt is just what I have been needing.
I love those little girl cutouts in your blocks. Just as cute as your little girls.
JUST SO NEAT! LOVE ALL!
Lovely quilt. I hav never seen a binding baby, but now I really want one. x
Ahhhh love the quilt you made, what a great pattern! Simple and lovely! I’ve had my eye on those Binding Babies as well, great gift idea for my quilt circle. What a clever idea to make a gift ahead of time, hehe. I wish I was that organized, hehe.
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Cindy says
Very cute as is your blog picture, love your top. I like what you did with the simple zipper pouch, it looks much softer than with the binding. I’m going to do that with the two that I have prepped and waiting. I too have what I call a Halloween cat, her name is Boo Boo.
Such a pretty bag! I prefer your light version to the original.
Anita Carol Gambrell says
Your snuggle bed looks amazing!! I love your quilt! Beautiful fabrics & colors!
GloryB says
I like the quilt and the bag. I am making lots as presents for Christmas having overcome ny fear of zips this year.