September 2, 2011

Fun in the fabric store



Do you love the fabric store as much as I do?  On my last trip, I found these gorgeous embroidered fabrics and some really beautiful trim.

I love the poofy fringe...reminds me of one of those crazy creamy colored chickens!






This braided one will be a great addition to a pillow or lampshade...maybe a duvet.




These green embroidered leaves make me smile.  This will make perfect pillows that will work year round.  It's linen and would make a gorgeous curtain for my back door, as well.  So many ideas, too little time.




This fabric had mind control over me the minute I walked in.  Ladies, please clear the way!  It's mine.




Soft turquoise linen with beige crewel work.  Yummy.  Yes, I said yummy.






Front or back?  I love both sides equally.







Pleats...madly in love with this.  I just started experimenting with one of those pleating tools.  I'm getting the hang of it, but this saved me loads of time and money- since I probably would have ruined it.  Usually at the very, very end of a project that I'm crazy for- the Screw Up Fairy pays me a visit.  I've been trying to swat that little irritant down, but she keeps getting away. 




Can't wait to get to work with these...just as soon as I finish up the twenty other  projects I'm working on. 

Does it ever end?

We all know the answer is a resounding NO!  It's loads of work and we pay for it with aching backs and sore fingers, but for those who love to create- the satisfaction is enough.

And, a job well done is chocolate for the soul. 

Not chicken soup, chocolate.  :  )



Have a great weekend!

Til next time,

T.

3 comments :

  1. I love all your finds,the one with the leaves is my favorite!

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  2. Gorgeous fabrics and trims, Tina! Wherever do you find such lovelies? Can't wait to see how you transform them.
    Happy Weekend,
    xoxo
    Donna

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  3. It's all GORGEOUS! I love the idea of "chocolate" for the soul ;-)

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