Journal Secrets and some Brighter Memories
We have a lovely new pattern that i just couldn’t resist making. I am always doodling in books, scraps of paper, anything I can get my hands on when a creative urge takes over. So I thought I would make a nice place to put all these ideas and this pattern for Journal Covers from Janelle Wind was perfect.
I used the same orange spot fabric that Janelle used and we have lots more if you like the look of this! I also used some yo-yo’s for the flower centers, and some soon to bought buttons for the middle. Anyone got any suggestions as to what colour buttons?
My mother has been busy sewing a much brighter and lighter version of the Memories of Japan Quilt. I just love white sashing! Just got to quilt the rather large thing. I’m thinking just some simple crossed hatching with my walking foot.
January 28th, 2009 at 3:28 am
WOW Emma, your Journal cover looks fantastic. Isn’t that orange spot delicious to work with too! Love your yo you centres and I am sure you will choose the perfect buttons for the centres too. Love it. x Janelle
January 28th, 2009 at 5:04 am
I also love the journal cover.
But I REALLY LOVE the memories of Japan quilt. Such a simple and elegant design.
Andi
January 28th, 2009 at 5:37 am
Gorgeous quilt . I too have been inspired by this journal cover pattern & have made quite a few. The possibilities are just endless & I have become rather addicted. They’re fantastic for gifts
January 29th, 2009 at 7:37 am
The journal cover looks fantastic, great colours! Was it hard to make?
January 29th, 2009 at 12:59 pm
Not at all, very easy and the pattern has 4 versions, and I’m sure if you made one you would get lots of ideas to come up with your own designs. They would make excellent present too!
February 5th, 2009 at 12:20 am
such a sweet journal cover
i usually just start laying buttons on top and “auditioning” them
your moms quilt is gorgeous, i love those colors
February 5th, 2009 at 8:14 am
wow – what a gorgeous journal cover – wondrful fabric mix