Mother's day freebie!

Happy Mother's day to all you moms out there!

I can't wait to see what my daughter made me...I think it will be something on her laser machine.

My mom has been gone 18 1/2 years!  My only baby was just 20 days old when she passed...I believe she willed herself to stay alive to see her!

My mother in law passed away this past year...she was a real gentle soul.

Maybe you could stitch this up quickly for mother's day....it would be a sweet gift!

*Please note that all freebies are for you to use to make a couple finished goods (no mass producing) and a couple gifts...they are still legally my designs.

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So my $5.99 child's hutch started out like this....

scruffy yet not bad....

Now...It looks like this!

I sanded it, painted it with blue chalk paint, sanded it a little again and then put some wax medium over it.  

It is now perfect for my studio to hold goodies or for display at quilt shows. 

It has a lower cabinet area too.  

I really had fun redoing this project.

Next I want to work on a few things outside....garden related. 

I had to show you my dragon in my studio...he is about to pick up the block that says..."Keep calm and carry on".

There are some days you just can't keep very calm.

These are my lil violets...I had a ton of spider plant starts that I am using for spikes in my pots. 

I found this old rusty tool box on my property...so I made it into a planter...so sweet! 

This is my enemy...

the very healthy Dandelion...

He tries to ruin my spring every year.

Here is a Sneaky Peak of my next design....stay tuned!

Froy....says to have a Happy Weekend!!!

 He also recommends laying in the grass a while.

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British suitcase makeover

My daughter Selina made over an old suitcase of my grandmother's.

It started as the old Samsonite type case below.

She loves duck tape....as you know....she has made dresses, backpacks, wallets, flowers...etc.

She covered it first with silver tape  and then used her British tape....like the flag.

So now it looks terrific and she can't wait to use it on a trip and camping.

She even made some compartments for inside the suitase.

She always likes to stand out and be unique.

She has some new photos in her Etsy shop....

This cool typewriter....closeup on the keys. 

Pink flowers....from my sister's garden... 

and a vintage game.

She just passed Driver's ed and only has the driving part to complete to get her license.

This is Selina (prom pic).

She looked like a princess!

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Have a sweet summer day!

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Colonial dolls & close ups

These are the sweetest colonial dolls....very vintage.

I love the details and the faces are priceless.

I love the innocent looks and the outfits are so cool.

They would be so cute colored with crayons!

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Sometimes I like to take close ups of my projects...for better detail.

This is "Sweets for the sweet"....I suggest in my pattern to make it into this pillow....but you certainly don't have to ...this would be sweet framed. 

"It's time to be Valentines"....colors listed are only suggestions...sometimes it is fun to choose your own colors. 

I like to add glitz to embroidery by adding beads.....like on this 

"I want to be loved by you design". 

Lots of my patterns tell how to have a shaded effect...

Like this "You are sew special to me" pattern 

Even adding a hemp bow can add interest to a design...

"To the Don't break my heart" pattern. 

Adding embellishments really add to your projects...like a banner, beads, and glitter trim...

on this "Make do kitty".

Hope you create something fun today!

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Almost Thanksgiving....

Wow...It is almost thanksgiving....

time to visit with family,eat great food, play games, and have a blast!

Plus it marks the beginning of the holiday season....yay!

I plan on watching Charlie Brown's thanksgiving and also SNL's thanksgiving tonight! 

Just as a reminder....my 40 off everything continues....it is active right now thru Dec 4th!

it is in my etsy shops....use coupon code

Sale2014

when checking out....

 If you are unclear about how to use coupon codes click here

The above picture is my French country burlap ornaments...so easy!! 

Cute lil guy!  The heart is filled in with beads...just stitching them on a couple at a time with thread and needle!

This is a great time to get patterns to make into gifts for Christmas..

and also projects to make throughout the long winter months when you are stuck inside! 

I designed quite a few make do/pincushions this years for most of the holidays...all on sweet paper mache boxes! 

I'm owl the luck you need.

Sweet St,. Patrick's day decor! 

One of my favorites....this bunny and egg set are adorable in person!

I made it into a pincushion....but it could be a treat box too! 

This one has a retro vintage appeal.

I have Patterns for everyday....

and loads of pincushions and sewing room decor...Lots of Valentines...

My favorite...Halloween....I really made a lot for this holiday!

Projects for your little girls, gifts for friends, and something for yourself!

Quilt patterns, embroidery, home decor....Patriotic patterns....Easter and Springtime....

There are flash cards for every occasion, tags, labels, and artwork

I have over 200 digitals to choose from! 

This is a faux type applique...sort of cheating ....way easier than regular applique.

This kitty angel is so virtuous.  Good advice and sweet. 

Silly pumpkin doll

I love his collar...so leaf like. 

This witch hat is fun...comes with the artwork and more not shown. 

This lil kitty is all stitched up...the banners are easy too.

This is my biggest sale of the year....after Dec 4th....it is over :(

The sale is also in my Mrstiddlemouse etsy shop

which has finished goods

and my Shirleyhudsondesigns etsy shop! 

which has artwork

Use the same coupon code!

Sale2014

If you have a question.....just contact me....Shirleyhud@aol.com

Thank-you

I have alot more in my shop than patterns.....I have fun signs!

I usually print and then put in a dollar store frame.....makes great gifts....especially for people who have everything already!

Instant downloads are so easy....you get the link to download immediately...and then print on your printer. 

Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family

Pumpkins pumpkins in a row....

I am so excited....Halloween is coming and it is time to....

DECORATE!!!

Yay....I love to get my house all spooky, lit up, and smelling like pumpkin spice!

This is my newest pattern:

Pumpkins... pumpkins in a row, light the night with an eerie glow!

It is in my Etsy shop and my patternmart.

I hid some goodies inside the box.....now sitting on my desk for when I want a snack.

Light up your Halloween with this sweet treat container! Make these adorable pumpkins from wool or felt...so easy and fast. Hide your treats in the box....or make this into an adorable sewing supply box, make the pumpkins your pincushion!

The pumpkins would also make a great ornament too.

Fun and easy for craft show!

I love making banners!

This makes a great display & a fun gift!

Design measures: 9" tall x 10" wide

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Now I am going to decorate my home before my daughter and hubby get home....

it is fun yet I don't want to be distracted...because I have a lot of stuff....yikes!

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Bunny Sneaky peaky...plus other goodies

Hey...the sun is shining and the weather is much nicer....maybe Spring is coming!

Above is a sneaky peak of my newest design!

It will be available very soon as a pattern.

It is super easy and fun!

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I wanted to share this lovey Irish postcard.....

If you don't know about the Graphic Fairy....

A wonderful site with FREE images....

you have to check it out.

There are so many good images and she is sooo generous to make these available!

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I wanted to share my latest Mannequin I made up to sell.

Isn't the fabric cute!

I believe I got it at Joann's. 

This is in my Mrs. Tiddlemouse shop.

The pattern is in my Hudson's Holidays shop.

You really can make any style of mannequin...from prim...to modern

from girly to graphic,

from a sewing theme...to steampunk.

Just by changing the fabric, accessories, trims, and colors....they are all different.

In this one I added an old measuring tape...scissors charm, a half of a round doily...and made the pin read "Quilter".

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Tomorrow I will share how I change up the stands...

For instance....I made a glass candle stick look like old leather.....check back to see.

 

 

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Owl the luck you need!

I am bringing you the luck of the Irish today!

This is my newest design...

"Owl the luck you need"

available on my etsy. 

And also on my Patternmart and my website (for printed/mailed patterns)

This lucky Owl made from wool felt is sure to get your Irish eyes a-smilin! What a fun addition to your St. Patrick's day decor! Quick and easy too! Fill box with treats or sewing supplies if you want it to be a pin keep.

Owl measures: 4 3/4" wide x 4 1/4" tall.

Whole project measures: 4 3/4" x 7 1/4".

Also includes how to make the box aged and how to make this sweet banner.

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On another note...

It's just pouring rain.

I am always whining this time of year.

I just want to be able to take a nice walk...is that asking too much?

I think I am!

As usual....I am waiting for Spring to come!

 

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