Tag Archives: Sulky “Holoshimmer”

When a quick gift is needed………

Posted on December 15, 2018 by treadlemusic

There are a couple ideas that I go to. One is the pillowcase pattern that may be found here. It’s called the “Burrito Method” and results in a wonderfully finished case. Since it’s the Christmas season these fabrics worked well…. … Continue reading →

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Client quilt—–a finish…………

Posted on November 17, 2018 by treadlemusic

It was a “frosty” one and perfect for the wintry weather we have been experiencing (especially over last night with the addition of 2”+ of the white stuff!). The top (approx. 53”x70”) was pieced by a friend for her home … Continue reading →

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Let’s talk gift cards……….

Posted on December 17, 2016 by treadlemusic

Do you give them?? Birthdays, Christmas?? We (DH) never gave them years ago. We felt that shopping for that special gift was part of the giving experience. I have to say, that has definitely changed with the reality that all … Continue reading →

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Out-the-door……and a tutorial………

Posted on September 3, 2016 by treadlemusic

That’s where this little beauty went……..  Now, a couple of last pieces of info to finish up. Thread……The blue sky background was my fave Glide, in the color of the wings……..  I wasn’t exactly sure how this would work, but … Continue reading →

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One Word Wednesday……TEXTURE!!!!!………

Posted on August 31, 2016 by treadlemusic

I know I’ve said it so many times already but, quilts/quilted pieces just come alive with the final stitching “ingredient” ………..from this………         ……..to this………      I never cease to be amazed!!!!! LOL!!! Threads: (top) {dress}Invisifil,100wt,poly & {wings} Sulky ‘Sliver-Holoshimmer’; (bobbin) Connecting … Continue reading →

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I can safely post………..

Posted on December 28, 2013 by treadlemusic

These little table toppers that were given to my DIL, Granddaughter and ex-DIL that I wrote about here. I had forgotten that I really never followed up on the “sneaky peak” and shown the “whole picture” until I just read … Continue reading →

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Follow-up and Finish………

Posted on December 18, 2013 by treadlemusic

To the “Design Wall Monday” post (found here). The cozy flannel quilt for great granddaughter is done and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The main fabrics (Disney flannel prints “Tinkerbell” and “Cars”) give both sides (the ‘right’ side … Continue reading →

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Wordless Wednesday……….

Posted on December 11, 2013 by treadlemusic
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I give you…..TEXTURE!!!!!!!!……..

Posted on November 26, 2013 by treadlemusic

What a difference some time with my Sweet Sixteen (a.k.a. Ms Sweetie) and some of that Sulky “Holoshimmer” metallic ‘thread’. Quilty fun to the max. Now, on to the frosty pink/red versions. Stay tuned…………..

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Snow flurries in the air and……..

Posted on November 20, 2013 by treadlemusic

Another finish that is very seasonal! My friend, Alice’s (you can read the post about her here), DIL asked me to make a Christmas stocking for the latest (married in) addition to the family. Her granddaughter’s wedding was 1 week … Continue reading →

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