I See Dragonflies~

I've always have a thing about dragonfly patterns, so when I saw this one, I just couldn't resist. Dragonflies always remind me of summer, which makes this a perfect summer project. I'm glad I finished it just before summer ends~ 

Pattern: Olympus Sashiko patterns

Thread: Olympus Sashiko variegated cotton floss 

Fabric: Natural Linen 
Size: 12" x 12" 
Beginning Date: 06-15-2020 
Completion Date: 08-24-2020

I used a variegated thread on this pattern, and I love how it turned out~ It just give this pattern a bit more playful feeling, bringing it alive.

Since I have a little break from work, I finally can start on my airplane quilt for my nephew. This quilt have been in my head for a while. I have some idea of what I want it to look like, and now I can finally put it into action. Here is the color scheme I am thinking, may not use all of the fabrics but I like to keep my options open.

Then I made templates for my airplane block, and even made a test block. The colors are great, but for some reason, the edges doesn't all line up..... plus the block is half an inch bigger, which in this case, is a good thing, so I can trim down the uneven edges.

So I guess more cutting and sewing and experimenting for me!!!  How fun!!!

Trying Something New!

I have been trying out stitching Sashiko patterns recently, starting from the most traditional, easiest patterns to the more temporary, more complicated ones. They came in kits which are pretty handy!! Great for beginners!!!

These patterns seems pretty simple, but actually it was quite difficult to make them perfect. Especially the one at the upper right corner, it was a big challenge to make the crosses and squares line up perfectly. But in the end, if not looking too closely, they are not so bad~

Pattern: Olympus Sashiko patterns

Thread: Olympus Sashiko cotton floss 

Fabric: Natural Linen 
Size: 4" x 4" 
Beginning Date: 03-10-2020 
Completion Date: 06-12-2020

I made these stitches into coasters with different backing fabrics for each pair, I think they turned out pretty nice!!

I really like the looks of these Sashiko patterns. I think there will be more to come in the future~~~