Tuesday, August 30, 2011

New Pattern..."Sew she Did"...

This is my new pattern that I've been
working on for the last little while.

It's a project that would be fun to have
 in your sewing room...

After all...sewing does take a
little bit of faith...

And we all need some encouragement
now and then...

Especially when we're trying something new.

Do you ever wonder if what you're making will really turn out the way you have planned?...

Or if your best will be good enough?

Well I do.

I think we all do.

But the very first step you take is
believing that you can...

And the next step is doing it.

"She believed she could...
SEW she did."

This project was "sew" much fun to design, draw and then to applique.
I've always wanted a turquoise sewing machine so that's what I made!
I used assorted red buttons...my trademark ric-rac for the cord...glass beads for
the pins...woolfelt for the pincushion top and I added vintage embroidery scissors
 just for fun!

If you would like to
 make one of your own...
CLICK HERE 
to purchase my pattern!
xx
Lori 
at

61 comments:

  1. GillAugust 30, 2011 at 2:47 AM

    This is gorgeous!
    Shame I'm so far away!!

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  2. ayumillsAugust 30, 2011 at 2:52 AM

    My jaw dropped! Lori, I wish my brain worked like yours! Every time I come to your blog, you have something SO fresh and inspirational that the image is stuck with me for a few days! This is no exception! I so wish I could attend your workshop Jealous of everyone who can attend!

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  3. JeannetteAugust 30, 2011 at 3:28 AM

    Awe that is super cute!!

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  4. BetsyAugust 30, 2011 at 3:55 AM

    adorable Lori.

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  5. CarolAugust 30, 2011 at 4:10 AM

    Oh Lori that is absolutely wonderful...I so wish I lived closer...I'd be right there in the front row ready to stitch that darling machine. You're amazing!

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  6. Lace-lovin' Librarian ~ DianeAugust 30, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    So darling! I know where you can get a turquoise machine. : )

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  7. Coisas da LauraAugust 30, 2011 at 4:56 AM

    I sooo wish I could go to this workshop!!!But I live in Brasil,which makes it a little difficult:)))
    Are you going to sell the pattern?This month I bought the Cake Walk and can´t wait to satart! Tha aprons are in my 'to buy' list,and now there's this new wonderful pattern!!!
    You've got a big fan here!
    Hugs from Brasil!
    Please sell the pattern!!!!!

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  8. Pinkadot QuiltsAugust 30, 2011 at 5:48 AM

    That is so unbelievably cool! I also love all the details!!!

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  9. KarenAugust 30, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    You certainly have your own style and the sewing machine piece certainly fits it. So whimsical but yet vintage looking. I like how you added all the embellishments.

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  10. MicheleAugust 30, 2011 at 6:13 AM

    Eek! It's so cute!

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  11. KristiAugust 30, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    love it....how very neat. I think it looks wonderful!

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  12. JocelynAugust 30, 2011 at 6:39 AM

    Your turquoise sewing machine is beautiful. And the quilt is so cute. Great job!

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  13. Robin (RsIslandCrafts)August 30, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    I love this! What a great idea.

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  14. My Vintage MendingAugust 30, 2011 at 6:43 AM

    Lori you have captured my heart in this sweet pattern. Thank you...now I only hope I can do it justice. Just perfect...smiles...Renee

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  15. Jean(ie)August 30, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    That is completely adorable and "sew" you! Love it!

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  16. DanaAugust 30, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    What an adorable pattern, I love that you added the scissors. I wish I was close enough to take your class, it sounds like fun!

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  17. ShariKAugust 30, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    Oh my word that is adorable!!! The ric rac is SEW perfect! Can't wait for this one to be available. I soooo wish I was closer to Utah.

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  18. AnonymousAugust 30, 2011 at 7:13 AM

    This is REALLY REALLY R.E.A.L.L.Y CUTE!!!! I would love to come but traveling form Virginia is a bit far. Have a great time. Maybe one day I will get the pattern and try it. :)

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  19. Jodi NelsonAugust 30, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    I didn't think anything would beat "Eat Cake". Goodness I think I was wrong. Adorable.....

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  20. NedraAugust 30, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    You've done it again! I absolutely want to make one of these for my sewing room!

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  21. Crafty NewbieAugust 30, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    That is awesome. I envy your talent! :) I LOVE THE COLORS TOO... My absolute favorite.

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  22. SherriAugust 30, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    I love this new design! I need to make it asap! (I saw it on Rae Ann's blog yesterday and was hoping you'd share soon)!

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  23. Helen in SwitzerlandAugust 30, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    That's such a fun design! I LOVE your turquoise sewing machine!!!

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  24. eileensidewaysAugust 30, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    oh please please offer the pattern, i want i want becuz i love love it.

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  25. UnknownAugust 30, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Oh my oh my...it's gorgeous!
    Congrats!

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  26. •stephanie•August 30, 2011 at 9:15 AM

    would it be too much trouble for you to come teach this in mesa?
    thank you in advance.

    {it's absolutely darling -- as usual!!}

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  27. AnonymousAugust 30, 2011 at 10:10 AM

    A+Dorable! Will you have your pattern at Material Girls? I'll be in SLC the 9th-15th...time to stock up on some more Sew Cherry and your new pattern! Love it! xo, Nan

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  28. Nanette MerrillAugust 30, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    It is really cute. Perfection in your finish.

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  29. PamKittyMorningAugust 30, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    Super cute Lori!!

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  30. Kim with a KAugust 30, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    SEW MUCH FUN!!!
    Love your creativity!
    You really know how to have fun!

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  31. Superior ThreadsAugust 30, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    What a great project. Such a wonderful gift for our sewing friends.
    Ricci

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  32. SallyAugust 30, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Love you work! Is this pattern available for purchase?
    Thank you, Sally

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  33. MaxineAugust 30, 2011 at 12:31 PM

    Oh just love it and I would be there, but we will be celebrating our 50th anniv on a cruise to Alaska..And I want to learn how you applique...Maybe you will have a workshop in the South Jordan area or St George..You are such a wonderful person...

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  34. SusanAugust 30, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Such cuteness! you are so talented.

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  35. Stacy LindblomAugust 30, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    WOW! All I can say is WOW! Your wokr

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  36. Stacy LindblomAugust 30, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    WOW! All I can say is WOW! Your work is very beautiful.

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  37. AllieAugust 30, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    I wish I wasn't so far away!!! This is yet another must-have pattern for you, I intent to make one for myself and one for my friend, who has a yet uncounted number of sewing machines!

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  38. Sewn With GraceAugust 30, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    This is just the cutest thing ever! I wish I lived closer so I could take your class!

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  39. Material MaryAugust 30, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Lori,
    I just love your new design. I was at My Girlfriend's Quilt Shoppe when you came with your wonderful trunk show. I so wish I didn't have to work 9/12, 9/13 so I could learn from the Master...
    Mary

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  40. UnknownAugust 30, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    I love it - I will have to get this one!!!

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  41. ElizabethAugust 30, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Sew, sew cute! I love it! I wish your class weren't clear in Logan, because I would totally be there.

    xo -E

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  42. Calamity Jane's Cottage, BonnieAugust 31, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    Lori, this is so dang cute and a gotta have for my sewing room. Just wish we were neighbors.

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  43. Rae AnnAugust 31, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    You never cease to amaze me my dear friend! I am totally in love with it... the fabric... the colors you chose... the everything! It is just beautiful... one of my favorites of yours so far. I am so looking forward to our trip north and taking this workshop from you. It will be fun to see Kris again and her new shop. Can't wait!!!

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  44. patAugust 31, 2011 at 7:07 AM

    totally love this! I have always wanted to applique a sewing machine and never have... yours might be the one I do ....for me! smooches!!

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  45. Erin @ Why Not Sew? QuiltsAugust 31, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    this is insanely cute! I love it.

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  46. blinkbonniefarmAugust 31, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    I just love this! Will you be offering the pattern for sale? I'd love to take the class but I'm in Michigan. I did look up the airfare, then had to grumble a few untypeable words! --Pat

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  47. ConnieAugust 31, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Would love to come to your workshop. Too far. But love, love this. Too cute! ;)

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  48. BaileyAugust 31, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    Sew cute!

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  49. Kathleen GraceAugust 31, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    I adore this pattern! Will you be offering it for sale? All your patterns just make me go all weak in the knees. Beautiful:>)

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  50. ThimbleannaSeptember 1, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    It's SO adorable Lori! I especially LOVE that cute little pincushion!!!

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  51. Patricia LessellSeptember 1, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    I love it all. Your new pattern is GORGEOUS and I love love love your blocks and your tutorials are just THE BEST thank you so much.

    Patti xxx

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  52. A Plain PathSeptember 1, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    Oh, I'm so stinking far away or I would be in that class! I LOVE this!! Sigh...

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  53. lovetostitchSeptember 2, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    That is just tooooo darn cute, a must for anyone's sewing spot!! A little far for me too, but will wait for the pattern.

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  54. GinaSeptember 2, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    i wish i lived in Utah so i could attend your class. i would love to have a turquoise sewing machine too. Have a great weekend!

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  55. KimberlySeptember 7, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    Hi Lori, Is this pattern available for sale? I've bought your pattern through Pipers Girls on etsy and couldnit find this one. Thanks, Kimberly

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  56. karenSeptember 8, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    This is sooooooo cute - I sure hope the pattern becomes available soon for those of us to far away to travel for a fun class with you :)

    Karen

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  57. happy zombieJanuary 6, 2012 at 1:12 PM

    Someone PLEASE call 911 for me. I just fainted from a severe cuteness attack. Please don't resuscitate me, I just need oxygen.

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  58. NannersSeptember 18, 2012 at 9:35 PM

    Please I would really love this pattern. Reading your post seriously brought tears to my eyes. It really spoke truth to me, how can I get this? I would gladly pay just name the price,!!

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  59. NannersSeptember 18, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    Please tell me this pattern is for sale, I really really need this. It honestly brought tears to my eyes when I read it. No one believed in me, and truth be told I think many feel I'll give up, I'm determined to continue, and I'm loving every minute. Name your price, this pattern has huge meaning to me! Thank you a million times over for very single blog post you've offered up! I look forward to more

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  60. MaySeptember 25, 2012 at 9:08 PM

    Love your work and would love to have the pattern. Is it available?

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  61. UnknownMarch 4, 2016 at 1:33 AM

    Lori this sewing machine piece is AWESOME!!! I love your style and I have your books and calendar - I love everything you make and your sense of colour too. I wish I lived nearby so that I could attend your workshop to make this. Pauline
    perry94022 at hotmail dot com

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