Kiss Me Quick, Valentine!!!

Hello, Friends!

If you're looking for a quick gift idea

from the heart, for someone who's sweet,

take a look at my Be My Valentine mug rug pattern.

This pattern is very versatile, which is great news.

This is an example of a clean and simple design,

using one single fabric for the front.

 I had all of the supplies on hand...

this mug rug started out as two 10" layer cake squares

from Sweetwater's "First Crush" line for Moda.

I used a charming label from Sweetwater,

to put into words exactly what I was thinking.

This mug rug will be a birthday present 

for my wonderful mom!

{Shhh...her birthday is right after Valentine's Day!}

It was so easy to add the label to the heart shape,

with some fusible webbing and a neat straight stitch.

I used some squiggly free motion quilting,

to add interest.

I love the contrasting red ric rac edging.

I came up with an even quicker version,

using two more 10" squares of First Crush prints.

See how easy???

I didn't even need to add quilting,

since the fusible fleece gives it a beautiful finish.

I had fun using some labels I've been hoarding

for way to long!

It's reversible, too!

For the Be My Valentine mug rug pattern,

I normally piece together a patchwork for the front. 

That's super fun, when there's time available.

I got this "kiss me quick" idea,

because the backs of the mug rugs

are just as pretty as the fronts.

I hope you'll be inspired to try some quick versions

of the Be My Valentine mug rug pattern.

Be sure to share them on Instagram

by tagging with @eamylove or #amymadethat,
or any other page.

And remember...

gifts from the heart are welcomed every day,

even beyond Valentine's Day.

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First Crush - Be My Valentine

Are you ready?

Valentine's Day is coming up soon!

If you're looking for a fun gift to stitch up,

consider making a "Be My Valentine" mug rug.

You can find my pattern here on Craftsy.

For this sample,

I used scraps from First Crush by Sweetwater

for Moda, in gray, red and black.

I love the text prints mixed in with hearts and arrows.

This modern line looks great with a bit of wavy quilting detail.

The finished mug rug is so sweet
for serving up a cuppa and a chocolate treat.

No matter which fabrics and ric rac you choose for the
Be My Valentine mug rug,
you're bound to fall in love with it.

The back is cleanly finished, so the mug rug is truly reversible.

Check out my original Be My Valentine post here...

The pattern launch post has more ideas, here.

Soon I'll be back with some shortcuts for this pattern,
in case you're really running out of sewing time.

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Valentine Coffee

Good morning to you!

Just a quick post, to share my latest

"Be My Valentine" mug rug.

This one is made using Bonnie and Camille's 

Handmade collection for Moda.

I chose to make some HST's and a bit of wavy quilting.

Voila! My mug rug was done in no time.

A favorite mug rug adds so much pleasure

to a little break, even when you're in a hurry.

You can whip up your own mug rugs

before Valentine's Day,

with plenty of time to spare.

My PDF pattern is available here for instant download.

For more inspiration from my "Be My Valentine" pattern,

visit my blog here...

and here...

and here...

and stop by again soon for some new ideas!

Now...if only I could make my own frothy design,

like this delicious Maple Latte from Peet's!

Have a great day!

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Snowman Coasters

Hello, Friends!

Happy New Year!

Today I'm sharing some snowman coasters

that I made for a dear friend.

I bought the pattern here.

It's so cute in grays and whites, with colorful scarves.

As soon as I shared the pattern photo on Facebook,

my friend asked me if I wanted to make some for her.

{It's hard to say which one of us was most excited!} 

Photo from Annie's e-Patterns Central
Snowman Family Mug Rug Set

I chose some of my Cherry Christmas prints,
by Aneela Hoey for Moda...

and I made each one a wee bit different,

but coordinated.

This was such a clever pattern!

True...the little scarves were very tiny

and a bit fiddly to turn right-sides-out.

But they're simply adorable, right?

I found some snowflake buttons at my local Walmart.
They're nice and flat, with just the right amount
of silvery sparkle.

 These little snowmen will warm hearts
all winter long.

Living in Pennsylvania,
we have already seen some snow this winter.
I'll have to make some more snowman
projects to warm my own home!

Have you found a favorite winter pattern?

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Sweetwater Mug Rugs

Hello, Friends!

I'm almost ready for Christmas...how about you?

Earlier this week, the scene was set with some

beautiful snow.

I love to sit near the window with a cup of cocoa

and a little treat.

Hershey's Kisses are my favorite chocolate snack!

Not long ago...

Sweetwater fabrics blogged about a box of fabric

that I couldn't resist.

I ordered one almost before I finished reading the post!

The box of Christmas goodness arrived quickly, 
and I was not disappointed!

I kind of hoard collect Sweetwater fabrics,

and I took great joy in creating a few mug rugs

to give as presents this year.

I mostly used the fabrics that came in my box,

but I had some of this fabulous Feed Company plaid

that was just right for the bindings.

I had purchased this plaid mug from Pottery Barn

and I love the way it looks with each of these

black and red mug rugs.

Other mugs look pretty, too, though...

here's a classic pedestal mug, called Heritage,
 that I've had for many years, made by Pfaltzgraff.

I've got a sweet little Dept. 56 Scotties mug

that looks inviting, too.

This is how it looks with one of my favorite

designs by The Patchsmith!

Pattern: Scotties and Westies, available here.

Here's the same mug,

featured with the Sweetwater snowflake.

The designs by Sweetwater are so cute...

this snowman will bring cheer all winter long.

The snowflake design is so pretty and simple.

It sets off fabrics exquisitely.

I love the black and red theme,

but I also made up a couple of mug rugs

in aqua and red.

I hope this mug rug brings JOY to its recipient.

A little star will shine in the snow

all winter long.

I love the dash of aqua in that plaid binding.

These mug rugs will be given as gifts

to some special folks.

Stop by again soon,
for some more winter mug rugs,
made for more special people!

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