Quiltsy Team Great Finds: 1-24-15

Well - we finally had SNOW on Long Island!  It started overnight, but by the time 6:30 am rolled around, the snow had turned to sleet and rain.  Now we have lots of slush.  Not so great.  And definitely not so great if the temps drop again tonight and all this becomes ice. 

Here some beautiful quilteds to browse through on this January day.  Please click on the SHOP NAME to see the featured item, but also all the wonderful items these talented Quiltsy Team Members make! 

Carol from Moose Carol Quilts out of Boise, ID:

 

Susan from Quilts by Sue Waldrep out of Shelby, MI:

 

 

Patty from Twisted Sticks out of Neshkoro, WI:

 

Maggie from Mag Pie Handmade out of Verona, WI:

Cheers! - - Jennifer

My mother and I make up the Olive Street Studio design and sewing team.  I cannot remember my mom NOT sewing or quilting.  Since 2003, we've made chenille and cotton baby quilts, baby gift sets, little girls dresses and skirts.  In 2013, we expanded into Home Decor quilts and after getting requests for even bigger quilts, we're working on larger quilts too.  Then, with extra time, because we all have extra time, ha ha, we also make reversible tote bags, smaller handbags, and zipper pouches.  I joined the Quiltsy Team on Etsy in 2010.  

Etsy Shop: Olive Street Studio
Website: Olive Street Studio
Blog: Olive Street Studio on Blogger

Quiltsy Team Great Finds: 12-7-14

So how is your Christmas shopping coming along?  I have to admit, I did alot on-line this year.  It was just too easy not to with discounts and free shipping.  I also supported a wide range of Etsy shops.  I love that I've spread the wealth between Big and Small shops.  And in keeping with my Quiltsy Team featured shops, why not check out what these talented ladies have to offer?


Please CLICK ON the team link to see more!.....and now, please welcome.....

Lauren from Cactus Penguin out of Sun Lakes, Arizona:

 

Nancy of Uniquely Nancy out of Cornwall Bridge, Connecticut:

 

Jennifer from Forget Me Not Quilteds out of Mountain Lakes, Washington:

 

Catherine from Nanny Grans out of Concord, California:

 

Cheers - Jennifer

My mother and I make up the Olive Street Studio design and sewing team.  I cannot remember my mom NOT sewing or quilting.  Since 2003, we've made chenille and cotton baby quilts, baby gift sets, little girls dresses and skirts.  In 2013, we expanded into Home Decor quilts and after getting requests for even bigger quilts, we're working on largers quilts too.  Then, with extra time, because we all have extra time, ha ha, we also make reversible tote bags, smaller handbags, and zipper pouches.  I joined the Quiltsy Team on Etsy in 2010. 
Etsy Shop: Olive Street Studio
Website: Olive Street Studio
Blog: Olive Street Studio on Blogger

Quiltsy Team Great Finds: 10-26-14

We're nearing the end of October.....and these listings from the three featured shops from Quiltsy Team members evoke beautiful Fall items.  Remember, click on the SHOP LINK to check out all the great offerings from these talented ladies:

Victoria from the shop Moon Dance Textiles:

Donna from Handmade Table Linens:

Debi from the shop DebiDesigns:

Cheers! - Jennifer

My mother and I make up the Olive Street Studio design and sewing team.  I cannot remember my mom NOT sewing or quilting.  Since 2003, we've made chenille and cotton baby quilts, baby gift sets, little girls dresses and skirts.  In 2013, we expanded into Home Decor quilts and after getting requests for even bigger quilts, we're working on largers quilts too.  Then, with extra time, because we all have extra time, ha ha, we also make reversible tote bags, smaller handbags, and zipper pouches.  I joined the Quiltsy Team on Etsy in 2010. 
Etsy Shop: Olive Street Studio
Website: Olive Street Studio
Blog: Olive Street Studio on Blogger

Great Quilts from the members of the Quiltsy Team! 10-20-14

Hello Out There!  I'm going to start posting some beautiful quilted items from the talented members of the Etsy "Quiltsy" team.  Please look and if you like what I'm posting, why not click on the SHOP LINK and take a closer look at all the wonderful items these quilters offer......I'm going to let the pictures speak for themselves.....The first three shops are up!  Enjoy......

Karen of the shop Tessie Textile:

Paula of the Little Cotton Shop:

Susi of SusiQuilts:

Cheers! - Jennifer

My mother and I make up the Olive Street Studio design and sewing team.  I cannot remember my mom NOT sewing or quilting.  Since 2003, we've made chenille and cotton baby quilts, baby gift sets, little girls dresses and skirts, and for a second dimension, reversible tote bags and smaller handbags.  I joined the Quiltsy Team on Etsy in 2010. 
Etsy Shop: Olive Street Studio
Website: Olive Street Studio
Blog: Olive Street Studio on Blogger

SPOTLIGHT: Ann of "Magpie Quilts"

Happy 2013!  I'm slowly seeping into 2013 and one of my New Years Resolutions is to be more up-to-par with the "Spotlight Series" on this Quiltsy Blog.  I have some serious ground to cover since the team members have been busy-bees not only with their talents, but also getting recognized by outside media!  To kick-off the new year, I'm writing about Ann from Calgary, Alberta, Canada, who founded "Magpie Quilts".  Ann runs both her own website and also an Etsy store.  Earlier this month, Ann saw her blog views skyrocket!  Looking to uncover the reason behind the boom, she found she was featured on the blog "Totally Tutorials" with her "how-to-make" a business card  / credit card / gift card holder.  The "Totally Tutorials" feature will also bring you to Ann's own blog, which is fantastic as well - - Congratulations Ann! 

When I look through Ann's Etsy shop, I had a hard time selecting some favorites because she has many beautiful items.  I decided on these:

I also asked Ann some questions that I ask of all the "Spotlighted" Quilters. 

Start in Quilting
Ann has always wanted to quilt, but really started when her second son was born about 25 years ago.  She enjoys reading about the days of the pioneers, women who would participate in quilting bees, and the use of scraps to make something beautiful.  Hence, the quilting bug bit Ann!

The Machine behind the Beauty
Ann uses a Janome 4030.  She not only makes all her quilts with it, but also quilts her my smaller quilts.  Ann has been sewing on her Janome for about 20 years and loves that the machine needs minimal maintenance.   She rarely brings it in for service, but she is diligent on clearing out the dust bunnies.

Color and Inspiration
Ann's favorite color is blue, which is reflected in her home decor of "country cabin", but she loves sewing with modern bright colors and in modern patterns.  The quilts to which she's most drawn are those done with scraps, as opposed to a matching set of fabrics.

The Fun Question: Where would you like to go on vacation?
Ann loves to travel, but Mr. Magpie travels for work, so when he isn't traveling, he likes to stay home.  But is Ann had her druthers, she'd pack that suitcase and head off Australia and New Zealand.....or the Andes in South America.

Happy February!

Cheers! - Jennifer

My mother and I make up the Olive Street Studio design and sewing team.  I cannot remember my mom NOT sewing or quilting.  Since 2003, we've made chenille and cotton baby quilts, baby gift sets, little girls dresses and skirts, and for a second dimension, reversible tote bags and smaller handbags.  I joined the Quiltsy Team on Etsy in 2010. 
Etsy Shop: Olive Street Studio
Website: Olive Street Studio
Blog: Olive Street Studio on Blogger

Decorate your Holiday Table!

Decorate your holiday table with this gorgeous table runner! This is a string pieced table runner with lots of beautiful Christmas Fabrics - wouldn't it look cheery in your home? String piecing is a fun way to use scraps and small strips of fabric - and this is a great example of a project done with this technique. This and many other lovely handmade things can be found in the shop of JLilyHandmade.