Still Here ...
October 19, 2012 (Sheepishly) Sorry. I'm still alive. And well. Just very busy. Thanks for checking up on me, though.
I know you're used to me being here at least a few times a week and usually more. Believe me, I'd be saying hello every day if I could. But the reality of having a pattern business has finally hit me.
First, I'm getting ready for Quilt Market next week. Along with a book signing (still haven't been shopping for a nice new outfit), my publisher - C&T Publishing - has kindly asked me to do an embroidery demo in their booth. So I'm prepping for that.
But most of my time has been spent coming up with new patterns for you. So even though I've been sewing and stitching like a madwoman here, I can't really show you much. Most of my patterns are still in the "prototype" stage ... close, but not good enough. Or I still have testing and stuff to do. I hope I will find some yummy new fabric at Quilt Market to translate my ideas into fresh designs.
But speaking of yummy new fabric, I found this at a local quilt shop last week.
To.die.for.pretty.
It's a cotton linen blend. (I think.) Definitly linen-esque. By Yuwa.
I have no idea what I'm going to make with it.
But since when is logic and reason necessary when deciding on a fabric purchase?
Uh, like never. ;)
Have a great weekend.
UPDATE: Sorry, I just did some googling to find a source for you but this is the best I could do ... same print, different colors. Still totally pretty. I bought mine here.
UPDATE 2: HOLD THE PHONE! I found it here. Also comes in an even pinker version.
Reader Comments (18)
I have trouble motivating myself to post when I can't share things that I'm making for Christmas. I can't imagine having SO many secret projects going on all at the same time like you do. I think all your readers would agree though, anything you put out will be worth the wait. I know I'm excited to see them all! :)
PS: We'll still be here when things slow down and you have time to post frequently again.
Could you tell me the name of that line of fabric or where you bought it. I would love to get some.
Very pretty fabric. I hope everything goes well and you're all ready to go for the quilt show. Have fun!
I hope that you have your pink pen ready for all those book signings!
always look forward to your posts...they are so pretty as well as fun to read...my 2 year old granddaughter loves to look at your photos!! the fabric seems to be so you...gonna be fun to see what you do with it, when you have time!
So great to hear from you Kristyne, and we are all anxious to see anything you are working on! Houston is just another life,we all know,but so worthit! Hoping you can post some pictures of your adventure!! Your new fabric looks beautiful,waiting to see what you make with it!! Post when you can,we understand.
Very pretty fabric, thanks for sharing!
I just visited that store this morning on my way home to Saskatchewan. This has become my favorite store! It's jam packed with all kinds of goodies in every nook and cranny!!
This is lovely! I can't wait to see what you do with it. I am new to your blog as of a few weeks and I must say your posts are a little bit of fresh air and happiness when I see them in my inbox!
I already thought that you're busy but I'm still glad to here you're okay. Hope you have a wonderful time at Quilt market.
I didn't know that this beautiful fabric is aslo available in linen I bought the plain old cotton version from my LQS ... and no, I have no idea what to do with it;-)
Have a wonderful weekend, Hildy
You are definitely worth the wait! Glad all is well and have fun at Quilt Market!!! And shopping for a new outfit for your book signing!!!! You are going to have a ton to share! Can't wait to see the new patterns! Count me in! Hugs!
I figured you were trying to get ready for market! I know you'll do great! I would like you to have another coffee date with Aneela, okay? ;p
Say hello to Thimble Anna!
Glad to hear news of you and that all is well with you and your family. I can imagine that it's extremely busy to get ready for market and work on your patterns and concepts - but it's a good busy, right? Hope you have a wonderful time at Quilt Market.
Welcome home, we missed you! I don't do as well if I don't get my almost daily fix of the wit and wisdom that is Kristyne.
Glad to hear that all is okay, and that you're busy designing and sewing. Look forward to seeing the new patterns, when they're ready! Good luck and have fun at Quilt Market.
Wow, wow, wow! Love that fabric!!! It looks like it was made for you! :)
Have fun at market!! Can't wait to hear all about it!!
Hi Krystine,
I'm following your blog from far away in Good Old Europe and adore the lovely things you're showing.
Reg. your fabric: I found a similar one in one of my preferred colour schemes (red/natural) a few years ago and used it to make a bag for all the small things I want to take with me when I go to my friend's house for a sewing day. You can see pictures here:
http://s1197.photobucket.com/albums/aa426/renamuc/Patchwork%20Bag%202010/?action=view¤t=tasche2004.jpg
Enjoy Quilt Market!