In a bind with Binding?

It's easy it is to apply a binding with this video from master quilter and pattern designer Barb Sackel.
View video here: Binding

Just arrived: Tonga SUGAR BATIKS

from Timeless Treasures.


The Tonga Sugar Batiks are a 30 piece collection is in pretty pastel prints and includes yardage, precuts and kits!

Show & Tell Gussie's grandkid quilt

Customer Gussie wanted to make a quilt that was easy, cuddly and could be dragged around the floor by her 3 year old grandson.

And... she answered a question I wanted to know for a long time:

         
What would it be like to put Minky fabric on the back of a cotton quilt?

Answer: it's wonderful!

The beagles are not happy about this new fabric collection!

Alley Cat from Benartex by Kanvas!

The beagles were not very happy with me when they saw this new fabric collection: ALLEY CAT from Benartex by Kanvas.
These funny Alley Cats are up tomischie....

Available here: http://www.abbimays.com/Alley-Cat_c_2499.html

I told them I would find some "dog fabrics".

Just Arrived: ROUND ROBIN folk art fabrics!

Round Robin
from Moda by Kathy Schmitz

What garden wouldn't be complete without a singing Robin Red Breast or two! The collection has four colorways: red, green, yellow and black.  The companion fabrics coordinate easily. Choose a Panel in one of three background colors,  to use as is or cut up for your own creative quiltmaking.	All Panels are 24" x 44" Coordinating border stripe
Round Robin Finished size: 56" x 56"	Beginnings Finished size: 72" x 88"

Happy Mothers Day!

A mom's hug lasts, long after she lets go.

"As Seen In" McCall's Quick Quilts: Charleston Rose

December / January 2013 pg 21.

Charleston Rose - a touch of Southern hospitality!

Clever use of beautiful floral border prints give this lovely quilt interest and depth despite the super-simple piecing. You can truly make this Charleston Rose lap quilt in a day!

Finished Size 68½″ x 78″
Featured Fabrics
Mary Kay used fabrics from the Camilla collection by Anna Griffin® to make this quilt.

Fabrics used in this quilt are as pictured (we've made no substitutions).
Included in kit:  9 7/8 yards fabric for top, borders and binding

Purchase your kit here for $105 + Shipping: Charleston Rose

NOT INCLUDED: Quick Quilts Magazine and can be added for$3.99 

Just Arrived: Ellie Ann quilt fabrics by Eleanor Burns

 ELLIE ANN

Eleanor Burns does it again with a beautiful floral collection
inspired by the romantic English cottages from the turn of the century.
 

You’ll find delicate roses, a wonderful wall paper stripe,
 

Victorian medallions and all the rich textures that make Eleanor’s lines so versatile.
There’s even a patchwork print of blooms and stripes perfect for borders.
    


Juicy mango, periwinkle and pink make this collection sing.
In three colorways:


Quilt kit Rambling Rose + Free Pattern

Finished size: 45" x 57"
Coming this summer: Queen size!

Spot on Fat Quarter Bundles from Robert Kaufman!

Spot On Bundles include 12 fat quarters (18" x 22").  There is a cool project to use with these bundles too!

Purchase your bundles here: Spot On

Holland Tulip Time Mya 4 - 13, 2013

Join the hundreds of thousands of visitors from all over the world during Holland’s Tulip Time Festival May 4-11, 2013. Named “Best Small Town Festival" by Reader’s Digest, Tulip Time has delighted visitors for over 80 years! 

Click to Visit the

Tulip Time Website

Or call 1-800-822-2770

Of course the number one attraction is the tulip itself — and there are literally millions to see, in our city parks, Downtown planters, Tulip Lanes, Windmill Island Gardens, Nelis’ Dutch Village, and Veldheer’s Tulip Farm. See the map and listings below for details.

Yum- yum: Cheesy Cauliflower Patties!

Cheesy Cauliflower Patties

1 head cauliflower
2 large eggs
1/2 c cheddar cheese, grated
1/2 c panko
1/2 t cayenne pepper (more of less to taste)
salt
olive oil

Cut cauliflower into florets & cook in boiling water until tender about 10 minutes. Drain. Mash the cauliflower while still warm. Stir cheese, eggs, panko, cayenne & salt to taste.

Coat the bottom of a griddle or skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat. Form the cauliflower mixture into patties about 3 inches across. Cook until golden brown & set, about 3 minutes per side. Keep each batch warm in the oven while you cook the rest.

Makes 8

There's frost on my deck but not on this quilt! SNOWFLAKE

from Primitive Gatherings .  Fabrics used are Snowman Gatherings by Moda.

Finished size: 62" x 79"
Skill level: intermediate
Block size: 6"

This stunning blue and white quilt is simply pieced to make quilt blocks that actually resemble a snowflake!

Included in kit:
Pattern: Snowflake (the instructions are easy to follow!)
Approx:
7 3/4 yards fabrics for top, borders and binding
(Fabrics used in this quilt are as pictured (we made no substitutions).

Available here: SNOWFLAKE

Lovely from RJR FAbrics Fat Quarter Bundles

In stock now by Debbi Beaves and RJR Fabrics:
Lovely fat quarter bundles: 33 @ 18" x 22"

Quilt Sweet Interlude "As Seen In" The Quilter Magazine

 
SWEET INTERLUDE
The Quilter Mazagine April/May 2013
Pg 30-33

 

Soft and sweet! This small quilt goes together quickly
and makes the perfect accent for a twin bed or sofa.

Finished size approx: 58" x 68" (twin size)
Skill level: beginner
Block size: 10" Sq


Included in kit:
Approx 6 2/3 yards fabric from
Interlude from Benartex.Fabrics used in this quilt are as picture
(we made no substitutions).

Not included: The Quilter Magazine

Sneak Peek at: Ellie Ann from Benartex by Eleanor Burns

Eleanor Burns does it again with Ellie Ann, a beautiful floral collection inspired by the romantic English cottages from the turn of the century. You’ll find delicate roses, a wonderful wall paper stripe, Victorian medallions and all the rich textures that make Eleanor’s lines so versatile. There’s even a patchwork print of blooms and stripes perfect for borders. Juicy mango, periwinkle and pink make this collection sing. Check out the FREE pattern Rambling Rose by Janet Page Kessler.

Yum Yum! Lemon Bars!

Two Ingredient Lemon Bars......
2 Ingredient Lemon Bars
Oh yeah you read that right only Two simple ingredients to make these melt in your mouth ( middle of the pie) lemon squares!
Yep this is like you cut your self a slice right out of the middle of the pie!
This is all you need:
1 box angel food cake mix( I use Betty Crocker)
2 cans lemon pie filling
I used two 21 oz cans of Comstock pie filling ( total of 42 oz)
Mix dry cake mix and cans of pie filling together in large bowl.
I just mixed it by hand...
Pour into greased 9 x 13″ baking pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until top is starting to brown.
NOTE...Mine took the full 25 minutes to get done and did not brown on top at all :))
Cool on wire rack and sprinkle with powered sugar. It has a melt in your mouth spongy texture.
I have come across this recipe in a few different places so thanks to those who shared this yummy recipe!

Silhouettes by Edyta Sistar

Sihouettes from Moda by Edyta Sitar
Laser cut fabric shapes with pre-applied fusible webbing - ready to arrange, fuse, and appliqué. 

Silhouettes are cut from hand dyed batiks, we do not recommend washing or wetting projects created with Silhouettes.

 Rainbow Star Silhouette Kit

Includes all Appliqué Shapes for Rainbow Star

(Pattern and background fabric sold separately

Just Arrived: Enchanted Pond Batiks

Enchanted Pond by Holly Taylor from Moda!

Holly loves the sounds around the pond, as they change almost by the hour. The morning is her favorite with the beautiful sounds from all the different species of birds coming to feed. Midday there is a peaceful quiet with the occasional chirp of the cricket. When nightfall arrives, it is as if the pond comes alive with the croaking of the frogs. It is truly enchanting for her to live on the pond.

Fat Quarter Bundles, Jelly Rolls and Charm Packs are available.

Happy Spring!

(These aren't my Crocus - mine are still covered in snow!)

Yum Yum: Fruity Popcycles!

Ingredients:
3 cups watermelon puree (seedless if possible)
1/2 cup fresh blueberries
1/2 cup chopped fresh strawberries
1 kiwi, peeled and sliced
1 peach or nectarine, diced small
handful fresh cherries, pitted and chopped

Cut the watermelon into chunks and then puree it in a blender until smooth. Set aside.

Set out about 1 dozen popsicle molds (amount needed will vary depending on size of molds). Fill each one with the chopped fresh fruit. Then pour in the watermelon puree until each mold is full to the top. Place a popsicle stick into each one. Place into your freezer and freeze for about 6 to 8 hours.

When ready to serve, run the popsicle molds under warm water for a few seconds and then pull each one out.

St. Patrick's Day!

Beat the Winter Blues winner is.....

There were 177 comments posted on the Beat the winter Blues - Quilter blog Hop Party fat quarter bundles give-a-way!
We used a random number generator:

YAY for number 110 

I'd love to win this FQ bundle so I could make a beautiful quilt with it. Thanks for the chance! on Beat the Winter Blues – Quilters’ Blog Hop Party

Irina

on 3/10/13

IRINA - PLEASE CONTACT ME AT LINDA@ABBIMAYS.COM so I can get you  ship to address!

Lovely in Lavender Quilt Kit

Lovely in Lavender by Debbie Beaves using the Lovely Collection designed by Debbie Beaves for RJR Fabrics.

Finished size: 90" x 110"
Skill Level: Intermediate




Lovely in Lavender by Debbie Beaves using the Lovely Collection also designed by Debbie Beaves for RJR Fabrics.

Finished size: 90" x 110"
Skill Level: Intermediate 


Included in kit: Pattern: Lovely in Lavender
16 yards fabrics for top, borders & binding
(Fabrics used in this quilt are as pictured (we made no substitutions).


Purchase kit here for $199 + shipping: Lovely in Lavender


Not included: 8 1/2 yards backing

Neutral Territory fabric collection is fun and comtemporary

Neutral Territory Quilt Fabric Collection is from PB Textiles by Donna Becher..

This beautiful, gold-laden collection artfully combines the geometry of circles and squares with the skill and flair of a true artist.  

The main print is a patchwork in earthy colors and touches of slate blue. 

 A smaller version lightly echoes the main print, 

and the stripe has multiple stripes within it, creating interest and variety; it looks terrific cut in either direction.  

 Windswept circles, a grid of dots, and a windowpane check complete the collection.