Night Before Christmas BOM

Block 2 of the Night Before Christmas Quilt.

Sometimes I wonder why I sign up to Block of the Months, because I am always behind on each block. This quilt could (should) have been completed before Xmas 2011 but here I am in March and just finished Block 2!!!! But it is lovely to grab a block with the pattern, correct fabric all included and do a block whenever it suits you. I keep all my BOM in a basket and plod along at my own pace. I have just finished the applique on block 3 so when I finish the stitching I will post a picture of it on this blog. Hopefully, this quilt will be finished by Xmas 2012.

Handmade Timber Furniture

The above items have been made by a local Canungra (Qld) craftsman. They are on display in my studio at Tamborine Village. He is able to make anything out of timber so if you want a price for an item just send in a photo or a drawing and I will get him to give you a quote.

regards Rob

New Studio

Some pictures of the front room at my new studio. Still a few things to do in the back room but I am getting there slowly. Will post more photos soon regards Rob

New Studio

Almost moved into new studio. Still have a few things to finish reno but have set up quilting and sewing machines so I can work when I am sick of making shelves and unpacking fabric. Will post some photos when I am finished.

I plan to have occasional Public Open Days and will advertise in my local paper. If you wish to be advised personally of each open day please send your email address to me at rl@rathburnfarms.com.au. Also will open by appointment or have parties for quilting groups or group of friends (max 10 people) more details later.

Happy New Year to all

Regards Rob

NEW STUDIO OPENING SOON!!

I am in the process of renovating a new studio at Tamborine Village Qld. I will not be doing any more markets as I intend to open the studio to the public on occasions or by appointment (party plan style). Will let you know when I am open!!!! Rob

Craft Fair & Quilt Show

St Thomas Anglican Church at 7 Albert Street, Beaudesert is having it's annual Craft Fair & Quilt Show this Saturday 8th October, 2011, 8am-3pm

I will have a stall at the fair selling fabrics and a little of my china.

So if you are in the area, pop in to say hello.

Regards Rob

Stitchery Backing Fabrics

If you are like me, you are forever looking for block or stitchery background fabrics that are not too plain. I have found two fabric ranges that are perfect for my style of quilting and stitcheries.

If you are looking for country or primitive background fabrics 'Little Gatherings' by Primitive Gatherings for Moda are perfect. Fat Quarter shop has these bundled into colour groups, Fawn and Walnut (shown above) This also comes in Raven which are mainly black.

Whitewash by Crabapple Hill is just perfect for your prettier stitcheries or quilts. I have purchased Fat Quarter bundles of all these so hopefully won't be looking for background fabrics any time soon. Regards Rob