Thursday, February 25, 2010

Sometimes you just need a splurge!

Or to stop surfing internet fabric sites! LOL But, I prefer to think that one needs a little spring fabric in the gloomy month of Feb. I received this today in the mail and can't wait to cut into it. I will finish piecing my whirlygig quilt first though. I will, I will, I will!!!!
The fabric is "Dolce" by Tanya Whelan for Free Spirit. I just love the combination of aqua, pink, orange and grey.
So pretty! I got it in 2 days for a great price from http://stores.burgundybuttons.com/StoreFront
I have been meaning to share that I ended up using flannel as a backing for my daughter's last quilt and it turned out really well. It was from JoAnn's, but I washed it in hot water and dried it on high before I used it and didn't have any extra shrinkage beyond what you get with a cotton backing. I put regular batting in it and it is so warm, especially for a 25 year old on their own and paying for their own heat! ;-) I was concerned that it would shrink out of proportion, but it didn't.

Take care all,
Cathy
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9 comments:

  1. PatFebruary 25, 2010 at 4:07 PM

    Love those fabrics. Shopping on the net is fun!LOL

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  2. LeslieFebruary 25, 2010 at 4:26 PM

    this is beautiful...i love those fabrics. online shopping is dangerous.

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  3. JocelynFebruary 25, 2010 at 4:37 PM

    Beautiful fabric!

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  4. D'AnneFebruary 25, 2010 at 4:59 PM

    I absolutely love these fabrics too! I can't wait to see what your going to make with them.

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  5. JennyFebruary 25, 2010 at 5:20 PM

    sooo gorgeous...definitely worth the splurge and the thrill of the new fabric! that will brighten any day!!

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  6. Mountain Home QuiltsFebruary 25, 2010 at 6:11 PM

    I like Burgundy Buttons! I've bought fabric there before!
    That fabric you got is gorgeous! :)

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  7. D'AnneFebruary 25, 2010 at 6:39 PM

    Okay, I just had to go order some too!! What a great price. I am so excited to get mine!

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  8. BarbFebruary 26, 2010 at 1:43 AM

    Just when I thought I was over wanting more fabric...you come along and show me that...oh my goodness.......love it!!

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  9. Jacque.February 26, 2010 at 4:22 AM

    gorgeous fabric, Cathy! Looking forward to seeing how you use it. AFTER you finish your whirlygig quilt, that is. {grin}

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