Good morning!
To those of you who have kindly commented on this blog -- THANK YOU!
You made my day and I very much appreciate your taking the time to read and comment. I'm still learning about the proper etiquette for bloggers so I'm not sure if I should respond to every comment, and if I should respond via e-mail, here, or wherever. So please accept my apologies for any faux pas I have made. (And, yes, Mom I know that ignorance of the correct behavior is not an excuse for rudeness.
To make up for my transgressions, I am going to give the following...
... to someone.
Don't know who yet, just someone who leaves a comment for this post. I'll draw names from the two or three of you that leave a comment before the "witching hour" on All Hallow's Eve. (That would be midnight PST on Friday, October 31st.)
As for what it is, it is a complete kit for Cheap Trick. It includes everything you need except the backing fabric, meaning that the Portugal Layer Cake, the borders, binding and background fabric are all included.
Now to the important, most relevant thing to mention this morning -- the pie was awesome! Not all of it, there is still plenty left... although not for long, I'm sure as both Rosie and Mom love apple pie!
And I have to show you something I worked on last night. I had the best of intentions. I was going to go to bed at a "reasonable hour" of 10:30 pm and then I got sidetracked. I figured I would make one more little thing for a new Schnibbles pattern and well... the next thing I knew, I was making nine-patches that finish at 1 1/2". So I made this little double-nine-patch block that finishes at 4 1/2" x 4 1/2".
This is the back of it...
And I can blame this all on Virginia Cole! As I wrote before, I had so much fun in her class and I've fallen in love with making itty-bitty little things. Now don't panic! I am NOT going to be making bed-sized quilts using 1 1/2" blocks... well, not for a pattern anyway. (I'll tell you about that other project another day.)
Back to the block you see above... the seams are trimmed to 1/8" because this isn't going to be washed, and then they are pressed open. If parts of it look a little crooked, that is my pressing/trimming and the midnight hour. It was pretty straight by the time I machine-quilted, aged and finished my little project. Virginia's methods for everything are brilliant. And a lot of fun.
As for what it is, you'll see that in a little while and I hope you're going to want to make one.
Later... and THANK YOU in advance!
Welcome to blogland!!! It's nice reading and getting to know the lady behind the beautiful quilts. I would love to know the things that inspire you in your designs.
Posted by: Covered Porches | October 30, 2008 at 09:32 AM
Well, I would love to be included in your drawing, Miss Carrie. Some bloggers don't respond to comments. I don't think less of them because of it. I'm a loyal reader to the end. I enjoy your blog! Mmmm - would love to try some of that apple pie!
Posted by: Lisa D. | October 30, 2008 at 10:31 AM
I love this blog - it's the only one I read and will continue to read! I love seeing the new ideas and patterns and fabrics and hearing about Rosie and her mom's (i.e., Carrie's) travels and experiences and deliveries of fabric. It just couldn't be better. Thanks so much for taking the time to share.
Posted by: country things | October 30, 2008 at 11:32 AM
Never mind the kit ... I want some pie! Love your blog and your patterns. Hoping to see some Miss Rosie's fabric one day soon .. I know I'll love it too!
Posted by: Judy | October 30, 2008 at 12:07 PM
Hi Carrie,
I wanted to let you know that I am enjoying reading your new blog and I LOVE your beautiful quilt patterns!
I wish I had a Ted that delivered Moda fabric to my house.
Your sour cream apple pie looked
so delicious- I might have to bake one this weekend. It's my favorite- YUM.
Posted by: Becky S. | October 30, 2008 at 03:23 PM
I know what you mean about Virginia Cole's patterns, I have tried them myself, and find them kind of addictive. Love your blog, and your patterns, but nice to know some of the "famous" quilt designers are bitten by the same quilt bug the rest of us are. Keeping my fingers crossed, that my name is picked. If not, of well, next time. Take care, and happy sewing.
Posted by: Ginny Worden | October 30, 2008 at 05:51 PM
Hi, Carrie and Rosie! Am enjoying your new blog. I have one too! I am also following you on Twitter but alas, you haven't Twittered yet! Gosh, I sound like such a groupie! Ha! Well, throw my name in the hat for the goodies you are giving away and come visit, disfordovey.blogspot.com
Posted by: marianne | October 30, 2008 at 07:18 PM
Love your blog--what a cute title. Please enter me in your giveaway--I love your patterns :)
Posted by: Natalie | October 30, 2008 at 07:34 PM
Hi Carrie~
Love your blog!I don't want to sound like a stalker, but I check your blog everyday! I also enjoy working on your patterns. Keep those creative juices flowing...good pie often helps! LOL!
Posted by: Joyce | October 31, 2008 at 04:41 AM
To respond or not respond to comments - that is 'the' question. I struggle with that one quite a bit but do what feels right. :-)
I'm thoroughly enjoying your blog but then again you knew I would. LOL
Posted by: Darlene | October 31, 2008 at 07:18 AM
I try to respond to comments, or at least go visit the commentor's blog and leave a comment. It is hard though. I haven't even had time to go visit my favorite blogs, must less the blogs of my commentors! Some times I can get caught up on Sunday mornings if I spend time on the computer.
Would love to enter the drawing for the Card Trick package!
Posted by: Nicole | October 31, 2008 at 10:44 AM
Love the new blog!
I guess the best way to deal with comments is whatever suits you best, whether that's by email, or by visiting their blog and leaving a comment.
Posted by: Kate | October 31, 2008 at 03:06 PM
Pick me! Pick me! Please. I'm so glad you've finally got a website - I've been buying and using your patterns and books for what seems like years - but I don't have 'Cheap Trick' - yet. I'd like a Ted to send me fabric also - my son Ted sure doesn't. Happy blogging!
Posted by: Carol | October 31, 2008 at 05:56 PM
I often wonder if I should respond to a response to a comment! LOL
I can't wait to try that apple pie recipe; it looks and sounds heavenly.
Posted by: Sheila in Ohio | October 31, 2008 at 07:48 PM
Well, I'm after the bewitching hour, however no matter to me. I love your patterns and books, in fact have dupes - Glad you started your blog, so fun to see what you are working on. Give a little pat to Miss Rosie - happy week end!!
Posted by: lovetostitch | November 01, 2008 at 06:28 AM