Wednesday, September 23, 2020

Hello Fall! A fun Blog Hop!

Carla over at Creatin' in the Sticks has put together a super-fun blog hop this week!


What a fun way to welcome Fall!  I seem to be short of Autumn decorations, and this hop gave me the chance to add to my decor using some of Sandy Gervais' "Give Thanks" fabric scraps from my latest quilt (see previous POST).  


About 10 years ago,  Ms. Gervais herself created the cutest little pattern for an owl pillow/pincushion and I couldn't resist making this little darling from her newest line of fabrics for Riley Blake Designs.  Meet Miss Owlivia!

Free Pattern:  Owlivia

She can be a little "sewing companion" to set by the machine or on a shelf nearby to watch over the sewing room.  She can also be used as a pincushion if you can bear to poke her with pins!  Or she can be a cute pillow on the couch.



We are in the middle of moving into a new home.  Of course, the first thing I set up was my machine, even before the bed!  But then I had to locate the thread, then a little batting, and finally some stuffing.  Couldn't find the stuffing so I robbed some fiberfill from a pillow form.  I used rice in the bottom so she can stand up by herself.  Luckily, I did locate a little Heat 'n' Bond fusible web and I used my AccuQuilt cutter and dies for the eyes.  So sweet and cute!  I may just need to make a whole family!!


Can't wait to really organize my sewing room (rooms!)

Be sure to check out today's featured Blog Hoppers below.  You can see the full lineup HERE, or follow the PINTEREST board.

Happy Sewing!!

36 comments:

  1. That cute owl will be a fun addition to your fall decor. How big is he?

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    1. Thanks, Wendy! She's about 8 inches tall and 5-1/2" wide.

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  2. Great idea! The owl looks like it was made intentionally for the sofa quilt!. Thanks for sharing the tip to use rice at the bottom of the little stuffed owl.
    Connie

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  3. Awe, I love your owl. The quilt in the background looks stunning too.

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  4. You're right about sticking such a cutie with pins. She definitely needs to be a quilting buddy, sitting near by cheering you on. Congrats on getting new sewing digs and good luck with the set up.

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  5. Cute project, Thanks for sharing

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  6. Owlivia is just adorable. I am amazed at how you manage to build a house/many houses and still find time to stitch. You truly are wonder woman! Hope you get settled in soon and get to enjoy the fruits of your labor!

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  7. Your owl is just precious Deonn! She looks right at home on the sofa.

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  8. Owlivia... adorable with her rick rack and pretty eyes. Love a pin cushion ! moving house is so hard... best of luck to you

    nice to meet you, LeeAnna at not afraid of color

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  9. She’s really cute in the fall colors. Have fun settling into the new sewing room.

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  10. Love your owl, thanks so much for sharing!

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  11. She is so cute and she looks very comfy on your quilt!

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  12. Love the adorable owl in fall colours!

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  13. How cute Owlivia is! I’ll bet she’s the perfect companion in a sewing room. She’s wonderful with your beautiful quilt.

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  14. Super Cute! Owlivia is perfect--and I could see how it would be hard to stick her with pins :)

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  15. Owlivia is adorable. Just the perfect project for fall. Thanks for joining the Hello Fall Blog Hop. I love this!

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  16. Wow! You thought of us and sewing before sleeping; I am so impressed. Owlivia is so adorable and I know she'd love having a family to stand with her.

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  17. Your owl is so cute. Thanks for sharing.

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  18. Miss Owlivia is adorable! I love your Give Thanks quilt! I started a fall quilt on Sunday. Love the fall colors.

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  19. Love Ms Owlivia!! Love owls in general, so thank you very much for sharing this lovely pattern!

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  20. Such a cutie that would be adorable sitting next to a sewing machine. Love all the fall colors! Moving is hard, especially when you need to sew in the middle of it. I'm still looking for things, but it is getting better. I'm sure you can't wait to get settled in.

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  21. Owlivia is adorable and the perfect project for this hop! Good luck with your move.

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  22. Cute owl--has to be with Sandy Gervais' fabrics. :) I have always loved her designs. Thanks for sharing and good luck getting settled into your new home.

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  23. That owl pincushion is absolutely adorable! And the fabrics are perfect. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful idea. And the tip for using rice in the bottom to make her stand up on her own!

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  24. An adorable owl pincushion - or muse! It is such a great little project and in the midst of a move!

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  25. oh how cute! i love owls and your autumn cokors make it beautiful!

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  26. What a adorable owl, Can't wait to see the whole family of owls.

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  27. The fabric is gorgeous, but the owl is fabulous, she is a cutie.

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  28. Owlivia is a sweet companion and looks lovely with your quilt. Thanks for sharing.

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  29. Love your owl pincushion/softie. Sooo cute!

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