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July 23, 2020
Pin It Weekly #325 from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

Check out this girl's Flickr page.... so much beautiful sewing!!
Have I told you that I'm really bad at math? Here's one example of many, embarrassing many: I always check to see what number the next PIW is before actually typing in the number. Sometimes I double check. About six weeks ago I did that. Well, I did something.
Design Trend: Neutral Walls with Pops of Bold Color - Modern Parents Messy Kids
I thought it was check the number and add one. Then I proceeded to number the next PIW by skipping a slew of numbers. I went from the end of the 310s to the 330s. How does something like that happen? I assume it the same way I can ...

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July 22, 2020
Mid Week Quilt Show from Humble Quilts

Good morning quilt friends!

My bags are packed and I'm ready to go........ ♫♫  But I'm not leaving on a jet plane. LOL

Headed to alpine lakes and mountains!

If you are so inclined here are a few quilts I've made:

https://www.pinterest.com/loridej/quilts-ive-made/


See you next Monday!

Lori

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July 19, 2020
Sunday Quilt Inspiration: Crosses from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

I hope you are having a blessed Sunday. As Catholics we are watching with growing concern the destruction of Catholic churches and statues around the country. What happened to freedom of religion in the United States? This should be a worry for everyone, since burning one church means people can burn others. The anarchy in our country...I don't know quite what to say. But let's move on to today's SQI. I used crosses in SQI in 2014, but it seems apropos to cover it again with perhaps a few new pins. 





And a few quilts with ...

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July 17, 2020
Pin It For Sales - A Review - It's Amazing! from Busy Hands Quilts


I'm super excited to share with you a course I've had the opportunity to review before its launch.  Pin It For Sales is a complete course by Emily Dennis in which you'll learn how to build your business using Pinterest to drive more traffic and more sales to your online shop.  If you have an online shop and are working towards getting a steady stream of daily sales, this class will help!  

I've been through the program in its entirety and am so pleased at how much information it includes - way more than I was expecting ...

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Pin It Weekly #324 from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

Welcome back! It's Pinterest time. It has gotten too hot in Louisiana to sit out-of-doors. I managed a few minutes in the shade while a hot breeze and a cool drink kept me and the birds company. 


Bird Sounds and Songs of the Mourning Dove | The Old Farmer's Almanac

How the doves have the energy to fuss over the same feeder is beyond me. Of course, watching them peaked my interest in whether I had mourning doves on my bird board. I did not. So far as I could find anyway. So I searched out a few doves to pin.
Shepreth Wildlife Park: White Dove | White Dove | Chris Humphries | Flickr

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July 12, 2020
Sunday Quilt Inspiration: Gallery Wall from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

As I write this post, my darling husband is hanging photos for a gallery wall in our living area. More on that process on a later date. Today let's get inspired by some beautiful gallery walls.

If there's a quote you love or that is especially meaningful to you, try making it the focal point of your wall gallery, like this gallery wall idea quotes does

When it comes to your walls there is no easier way to amp up your own personal decor style than with the addition of a gallery wall (or two). Installing a gallery is a lot simpler than you would think, but if you’re like many and find the thought of arranging and hanging multiple frames daunting and intimidating, then I am going to break the process down into some simple tips and tricks for you.

11 Easy Ways To Put Together A Gallery Wall - Chatelaine

The BEST gallery wall ideas are just a click away! Gather tons of inspiration to help you plan a gallery wall in your own home: whether it’s behind a couch, on a staircase or around your tv, you’ll get some great ideas on how to decorate your living room walls! #gallerywall #walldecor #homedecor #decoratingideas

The Easiest Gallery Wall You Could Ever Do

You might be thinking to yourself, "Okay chick, how does this translate to quilts?" And you be thinking a good question. When I look at photos of gallery walls, I think memory quilts. Firstly, we use the fabrics or tee shirts because they have meaning to the user. Secondly, the design settings can easily apply to both. Think of each tee shirt as ...

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July 9, 2020
PIn It Weekly #343 from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

Hello Beatrix Bocanegra! Thanks for the beautiful shell art and sewing project pins.




Very pretty!!!!


Sew a non-slip sewing machine foot pedal pad - a genius idea to stop the foot pedal slipping away from you.

Hi Anna Paula Fontana! Thanks for the cute dishtowel pins.

Kitchen towels pots and pans geometric pattern in black, white and gold cotton fabric accent - set of two flour sack towels

Sweet Treat Guest Towels - Set of 4, Assorted

Kitchen towel sewing project. Instructions are in Italian, but photos are easy to follow. Hobby di stoffa by Hdc: Continuiamo con la cucina?

applique idea for kitchen towels, tablecloth

Bird Towel Birds on a Wire Applique on Cotton Huck by kakabaka, $16.00





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June 22, 2020
Sunday Quilt Inspiration: Beach Houses from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

Last week I posted about how beaches can inspire our quilts. That was because we had just enjoyed a trip to Galveston Island for a long weekend with our children and grandchildren. Along the way and also in Galveston, we admired the many beautiful beach houses. I began wondering whether there were many quilts on Pinterest that are designed around the theme. Guess what? I found a few! 


CHP-51-103

Almost all houses along the Gulf Coast are now built on stilts or pilings. That's because the water surge during hurricanes can destroy, flood, even move the homes. 

Elevator Beach House Plan. Tyree House Plans.

Built to resist ...

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June 14, 2020
Sunday Quilt Inspiration: B E A C H from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

 It's the BEACH! All beach! Sand, sun, water, sky, waves, sunburn.


20 Geniales fotografías que deberás intentar con tus amigos

Here's to a relaxing start to your week on Pensacola Beach </p>
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June 11, 2020
Pin It Weekly #340 from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

Happy Weekly! I hope you are enjoying your week. We are set to vacay in Galveston soon. It's a family (the whole family) vacation. So I thought I'd look at some art that would help me get into the mood of beach, sun and water. These are from my board abstract art paint oil pastel prints


Painting by June Yan.

abstract art


Painting by June Yan.

Artist Jill Van Sickle  Painting, artwork, abstract

Carin Lundblad

Michele Hoben, Paintings and Drawings

These are pins from a quick search on Galveston Island.  

Best Things to Do on Galveston Island

Galveston Fun Maps – Galveston Island Guide

Beach Pictures: View Images of Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier

Galveston, Texas - cherished memories of many long summer days spent at Galveston Island State Park before hurricane Ike ravaged her beautiful shore

Things to do in Galveston - Besides the Beach

at moody gardens, galveston. - Picture of Galveston Island, Texas ...

Have you been to Galveston? It's a lovely island that packs lots of fun in a little space. Many of those places are within walking distance from our hotel. Of course ...

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June 6, 2020
Should I Jump Into BERNINA's Summer Sparkle QAL? from Cheeky Cognoscenti

Oh my gosh, you guys -- I'm so smitten with a new quilt idea that I'm tempted to mask up and head to my not-quite-local quilt shop right NOW to buy fabric.  Never mind that I'm still slogging away at the long arm machine on my Spirit Song quilt, or that my son's Beware the Ishmaelites sampler is still languishing, untouched and barely begun, and my Modern Baby Clam Shells quilt has been cut out and waiting for me to start piecing it for an entire year...  I have eight works in progress at the moment, and ...

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June 4, 2020
Pin It Weekly #339 from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

Things for you to pin. Starting with ideas for your home: 







Custom Last Name & Monogram Vinyl Decal Set - Family Vinyl Wall Art Decal, Last Name Vinyl, Personalized Vinyl, Home Decor, Monogram, 26x16 by TheVinylCompany on Etsy


46 Cozy Farmhouse Living Room Decor Ideas That Make You Feel In Village - BUILDEHOME

And also crafts to keep the kids busy. 
These Birdhouse Crafts for Kids will be enjoyed by children of almost any age. #diyhomedecor


#gluedtomycrafts Paper Plate & Tissue Paper Tropical Fish - Kid Craft


Silly Monster Craft for Kids - Fun recycled craft idea with egg cartons, paper rolls, and more. Halloween craft idea!


Transform a humble toilet roll into a pretty princess all dressed to go to the ball. A beautiful princess craft for kids. A gorgeous TP roll princess craft for fairytale mad children. The tulle netting adds a little bit of extra pizazz to this fairytale craft. #paperrollprincess #TProllprincess #princesstoiletpaperroll #princesstoiletroll #princesstoiletrollcraft


Fun & creative ways for kids to paint with leaves.  Fall leaf crafts for preschool and elementary. #leafart #leafpainting #leafprintart #leafpaintingforkids #leafpaintingdiy #leafcrafts #leafcraftsforkids #leafcraftspreschool #leafartprojectsforkids #leafprinting #fallcrafts #growingajeweledrose #activitiesforkids

Have you ever used crafts to teach your children about God? That is exactly what Mary Kate from Christianity Cove does. With games and crafts you can teach your children bible lessons that they will remember! Today she is here sharing a Light of the World Paper Lanterns craft. It is cute, fun and easy to do! Light of the World Paper Lanterns Craft: Materials Needed: - Construction paper or patterned Scrapbooking Paper - 1 sheet for each child -


Painted Rock Photo Holder Craft for Kids: These make perfect homemade gifts for Christmas, Mother's Day or any special day! A fun art project for children of all ages! #buggyandbuddy #rockpainting #homemadegift #craftsforkids #kidscrafts #artforkids #artprojects



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May 31, 2020
Sunday Quilt Inspiration: B I R D S from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

After writing about the birds in our backyard yesterday, I decided that it would be fun to use birds as quilt inspiration, again. Are they beautiful?

Why Native Plants Are Better for Birds and People | Audubon

Why Native Plants Are Better for Birds and People | Audubon

The 2017 Audubon Photography Awards Winners

Pretty bird!

Fiery-throated Hummingbird - There are about 338 different species of hummingbirds. There are few other birds that rival the spectacular iridescence of the Fiery-throated Hummingbird. Found only in the cloud forest of Costa Rica and western Panama.

Why Native Plants Are Better for Birds and People | Audubon

And so bird inspired quilts.... 

"Flying Home" quilt in Pam Bono's book (I have this book)

Gradually, In Full Bloom came together with a large vase of cut flowers as the dominant theme. Description from vintageandvogue.com. I searched for this on bing.com/images

bird wall quilt; wool felt applique and hand quilting.

The Patchery Menagerie: Student Bird Quilts

Black Birds Quilt Pattern PDF Instant Download modern


paper pieced birds


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May 30, 2020
Pin It Weekly #338 from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

Welcome back to PIW! My sister has returned home from our impromptu visit. What started as a couple of days, added the Memorial Day weekend and then, well, a doctor's appointment that I had already committed to, so why not stay a few more days? 

We had a good visit, especially since we were able to visit with two of her kids and a grandson. It's always a blast when a one-year old comes by, right?

Back to PIW #338! These are a few quilts that I pinned to "heart, quilts" during the few minutes when C was ...

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May 25, 2020
Sunday/Monday Quilt Inspiration: Mini Charm Squares from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

memorial day quotes ronald reagan

My apologies for not being here for the last week. I have a sister who has Alzheimers, and she's spending the week with us. She needs constant supervision. I hadn't realized how much ground she's lost since the last time she was here. 

Ways to use mini Charm Packs, on Craftsy

At first she seems the same, unable to hold a conversation but capable of answering simple questions. After a while though, it's apparent that it's a charade she cannot keep up for long. I know this charade bit is just a stage of Alzheimers, but it's still a surprise at how ...

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Just Kisses Quilt from Quiltmanufaktur

Ein Layer Cake Zen Chic Moda / A Day in Paris und ein das Pattern Just Kisses von Janice Zeller Rayn / Better off Thread - eine ideale Kombination, um daraus einen schönen, frischen Quilt zu machen, oder?



Letztes Jahr bekam ich diesen wunderbaren Layer Cake von Penny und Isis geschenkt. Die beiden sind Stewardessen und wenn sie gerade in Frankfurt Stop gemacht hatten, haben sie mich ab-und-zu in der Quiltmanufaktur besucht.

Was macht man mit so schönen Stoffen? Sie lagen eine Weile immer in meiner Sichtweite und ich hatte nicht so recht die zündende Idee.... bis ich meinen Pinwand bei Pinterest durchforstet ...

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May 17, 2020
Sunday Quilt Inspiration: 10" Layer Cakes from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

The last couple of Sundays I've been using fabric precuts to inspire you, so this Sunday we'll keep going with layer cakes. You can find the SQI post on charm squares here and the SQI on jelly rolls here


Personalized Photo Charms Compatible with Pandora Bracelets. Here is another great info chart from www.minnesotacharms.com

10" squares are large enough that they can be cut down to any size that is at least ten inches. They are especially good for making disappearing patch quilts, such as disappearing four patch or disappearing nine patch. 

Disappearing 9-Patch With Layer Cakes BABY QUILTS
This D9P is a great example of how complicated they can look. Here's another in softer hues. Both use one ...

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May 14, 2020
Pin It Weekly #337 from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

This almost-weekly post started out as Pin It Wednesday. 


Lynette Anderson Designs: Festival of Quilts 2014...

Wednesday was soon changed to Weekly simply because I couldn't keep up with weekdays and also because I couldn't pull off a regular thing. And that was when I worked. How does one miss "Hump Day"? One sees over a hundred teenagers and attempts to impart knowledge to said teens. 


Retirement came along (finally), and I know when it's Sunday. 

I find this one intriguing - is it old?  New?


Then Coronavirus came calling, and even Sunday is not so reliable. So when PIW arrives at the end of the week, it should come as no surprise to ...

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May 11, 2020
Sunday Quilt Inspiration: 2½" Jelly Rolls from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

Jelly Rolls, or 2½" fabric strips, are great inspiration for quilts. They are pre-cut, color-coordinated, easy to sew strips that make for super-fast sewing. 


free Jelly Roll Quilt Patterns …

Jelly Roll

One look at its namesake and it's easy to see the naming inspiration. Here's a recipe for Lemon Jelly Rolls from The PKP Way  that I happen to really enjoy. Notice that I've given you only a part of the recipe. Please visit their site for the full recipe. 

So Jelly Rolls in the world of quilting....
yummy, soft, pretty strips of fun!
How To Use Jelly Roll Strips for Quilting - A Quilting Life

And what, you ask, can a quilter make with these ...

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May 6, 2020
Pin It Weekly #336 from Fleur de Lis Quilts and Accessories

I've been adding pins to my "heart, quilts" board. In fact, I've added a whole new section for precuts. There's a link at the bottom of the post so you can find it easily. (Because you know I put it in alpha order.) Already I have over 50 pins. I guess Sunday's SQI inspired me, too.


Ready to ship 100 percent cotton fabric baby quilt, lap quilt, Kaffe Fassett floral quilt, throw quilt,crib quilt. Wild and colorful modern patchwork pieced quilt featuring Kaffe Fassett floral, stripe, chevron, polka dot print fabric in hot pinks, reds, yellow, grey, orange, blue, white, green, aqua, teal, purple, all the colors of the rainbow. Colorful florals, chevrons, stripes combine together with a soft pink, white and floral fabric on the coordinating back. Highlighted with a lattice ...

FREE pattern: 'Bella

Gray sashing and straight line quilting


Remix/Ash Rail Fence

I just really like this and I would not have thought of the colors but love them

Saturated colors and x and +. Hooray!    Blogged: www.bijoulovelydesigns.com/2013/03/x-plus-quilt.html

Busy Hands Quilts: Layer Cake Custard Shortcut Quilt | Finished or Not Friday Linky Party!

Charm Squares Quilt Patterns 17 best ideas about charm pack quilts on pinterest charm pack | Quilt Pattern Design


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