April 10, 2013
A month or so ago I had lunch with the girls of Violette Field Threads. Have you seen their patterns? They are so, so adorable.
Unbeknownst to me, at the same time, Robert Kaufman had several garments made using their patterns. Serendipitous?
The girls were kind enough to give me some of their patterns, four of which I’m including in a giveaway. To enter, simply leave a comment. A random winner will drawn. Deadline to enter is Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at midnight. (UPDATE: My apologies for the wrong date listed. I’ve corrected it. . . thank you, Gail, for letting me know.)
Fabrics and patterns used in garments:
– Blue chevron dress: Josephine pattern, Remix chevron
– Yellow top: Elise pattern, Laguna jersey solid, Rick Rack & Ribbons Deluxe trim
– Plaid maxi dress: Emmaline pattern, Cape Cod Seersuckers fabric
– Blue ruffled skirt: Vivienne pattern, Cool Cords main fabric, Kona Cotton ruffles
– Pink pants: Whitney Pattern (pants option), Rick Rack & Ribbons fabric
– Pink chevron dress: Audrey pattern, Remix chevron
(UPDATE: Congratulations to Karen for being selected as the winner! )
posted by kelle at 2:04 pm
April 08, 2013
I’m so happy to share with you my next adventure for my girls. The friends are gathering together for the royal treatment . . . princesses. I can’t believe we’ve released three prints for the Girl Friends collection. This fabric will be released this month. What will you make with it?
See other Girl Friends prints here:
Girl Friends “Mermaids”
Girl Friends “Ballerinas”
(photos by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 2:04 pm
April 04, 2013
Some of you may have noticed I redesigned my website and spruced up things a bit on my blog (and facebook!).
posted by kelle at 2:04 pm
April 02, 2013
Happy April! All month I’ll be sharing new fabric collections that are coming out this month. First up, are you ready to snuggle with Urban Zoologie? We’re now offering Urban Zoologie on flannel! 15 prints will be on flannel, including new and old designs. The official release of these designs is this month. So, be on the lookout! We’re also adding new Urban Zoologie designs on cotton . . . more on those later!
(photos by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 3:04 pm
March 28, 2013
harem pants by Maisie Jayne
posted by kelle at 5:03 pm
March 26, 2013
I have another clutch to share with you today. This time, a pattern is included! Kate of See Kate Sew held a clutch-a-long last month. She featured several of my prints (my black and white triangles and mermaids). Read all about it here. The pattern looks pretty easy and I love how she used the mermaids on the inside . . . makes for a special treat when you look inside.
(photos via See Kate Sew)
posted by kelle at 2:03 pm
March 20, 2013
(custom embroidery hoop by Cracker Jack Stitchery / Izzy fabric used)
posted by kelle at 7:03 pm
March 18, 2013
These beauties are full of handmade goodness . . . handmade flowers with hand-painted embellishments, a beautifully stitched name in cursive and then a fun block of fabric on the side. Loads of uniqueness going on in these clutches. See more here.
(photos via Mama Blue Designs)
posted by kelle at 6:03 pm
March 06, 2013
My Flickr group has been adding some really great things made with Ann Kelle fabric. If you’d like to join the group, head over here. And for the record, I would wear both of these things. A superhero cape and a kangaroo skirt. Maybe even at the same time. Oh, and check out the multi color toe polish. I’d do that, too.
Find the sewing tutorials for both of these items below:
Superhero Cape Sewing Tutorial
Kangaroo Pocket Skirt Tutorial
(Super Hero Cape picture by Kitchen Table Quilting / Kangaroo Skirt by Darci)
posted by kelle at 10:03 am
March 04, 2013
I just adore these fabric selvages on my little ballerinas from the Girl Friends line. You may remember me going on an on about bows awhile ago. I also love the little mushrooms included on the selvage of my Woodland Pals. Simple little details that bring a smile to my face. I did an interview with The Fat Quarter Shop about these two lines. They always ask such fun questions. Read all about it here and watch a video from fall Quilt Market where I ramble on and on. So, glad they edited out the part where I forgot my name. I’m not the only person that forgets their name, right?
(photos by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 10:03 am
February 26, 2013
I could come up with about a thousand pillow ideas. For this monogram idea, I worked with my pal, Anna, to create a sewing tutorial for you. In this tutorial, Anna, covers topics such as binding, zippers, piecing, applique and meandering quilting. . . kinda like a sewing 101. To get the free tutorial, click here. You’re also welcome to download these letters we prepared 16 inch initials or 10 inch initials.
Not only do I love the monogram letter, I love the little surprise that’s awaiting you when you flip the pillows over.
(photos by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 10:02 am
February 21, 2013
Do you know what’s pictured above? Pillows, you may guess? Nope, they’re wet bags. Waterproofed-lined reusable bags, which happen to be made in my Urban Zoologie designs. Find all sizes from small to large, and even a bikini bag, here.
(photos by upa-lala)
posted by kelle at 8:02 am
February 19, 2013
My new Remix chunky chevrons start shipping to stores tomorrow. Would you like some? Well, I’m hosting a giveaway over on the Whimsy Couture blog. Head over there to enter to win a half yard of EACH of my chunky chevrons (a total of 5 yards of fabric). Plus, there’s a fun interview! The giveaway runs until February 27th, 2013.
(photos by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 11:02 am
February 12, 2013
Shannon Fabrics and Fleece Fun made this adorable hat featuring my owls that I just had to share with you! Keep your little one’s head warm and cuddly with this baby chin strap hat. To make your own, watch the how-to video here.
(photo via Fleece Fun)
posted by kelle at 9:02 am
February 04, 2013
Did you know there are 323 days until Christmas? Well, this year you’ll have some new fabric prints to play with during the holidays. We’re adding eight new prints to my Jingle collection. I love how fun and playful this collection has become. My birdies and owls are decked in their Christmas attire, ready to help Santa. And Santa makes an appearance in this collection too. These new additions come in two colors options, Vintage and Bright. This new fabric group ships to stores June 20th, 2013. Happy early Christmas!
(photos by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 10:02 am
January 30, 2013
I’ve been my brainstorming all sort of sewing projects to share with you. One idea I came up with was an utility apron. I thought it would be cute for boys and girls to have a little apron for their toys, markers, frogs or whatever they’d like to carry around. This apron features my moose from my new Woodland Pals collection. I worked with Whimsy Couture to turn my idea into a reality. She’s written a free pattern which you can find here. Enjoy!
Also, Woodland Pals will be in stores earlier than I thought. It will arrive in stores in February, not April.
(photos by Whimsy Couture)
posted by kelle at 11:01 am
January 28, 2013
I’m so excited to share with you the next adventure for my “Girl Friends” fabric collection. You may remember, I started drawing one of the girls as a ballerina when I was eight or nine. So, it was only natural that the next journey for the girls would be ballerina dancers. I’ve always had an admiration for ballerina dancers and gymnasts. I recently asked a Julliard graduate (now a teacher) if it was too late for me to pursue ballet. She kindly replied it wasn’t . . . although, I know better. Instead, I’ll happily live through my girls in this fabric collection. This fabric collection starts shipping to stores in February.
(photos by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 10:01 am
January 23, 2013
How cute are these pants I found in Emily Anns Kloset‘s etsy store? Extra room in the rear for diapers. Adorable. The awesome Made by Rae created the big butt baby pants pattern, which you can find here.
(photos by Emily Anns Kloset)
posted by kelle at 10:01 am
January 17, 2013
I love finding my favorite things combined, such as this owl garland. It would be the cutest accessory in a boy’s room or an owl themed party. See more of these fun garlands and lots of plush owls here.
(photos by I Sew Lucky)
posted by kelle at 10:01 am
January 15, 2013
I’m pleased to introduce to you a new fabric collection, Woodland Pals. This line has eleven prints. This fabric collection is set to ship to stores the end of April 2013.
I created this imaginary place deep within the woods where all the animals are friends.
They bounce on top of mushrooms for fun. And play woodland games, like leap frog. Laughter is heard throughout the wooded area.
The trees, which are adorned with stripes and dots, are held in high esteem.
At the end of each day, the animals slumber beneath the watchful trees and all is good.
(photos by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 10:01 am
January 10, 2013
Bows are still one of my favorites things . . . along with the color pink, any lemon flavored dessert, stripes, pom poms and lots of other random things. Find more of these cute bows here.
(photos via Ruby and Sue)
posted by kelle at 9:01 am
January 07, 2013
I’m so happy to share with you a new fabric print that is coming out in 2013. Big and chunky chevrons. They’re something I hoped for the Remix fabric collection from the very beginning. So, I’m giddy. There are ten different colors, including two that are multi colored. This fabric group starts shipping to stores February 20th, 2013. Can’t wait to see what you make with them!
(photos by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 9:01 am
January 03, 2013
My mermaid girls are in stock and ready to come live in your house. Shelly made this dress and sweet mermaid doll for her daughter. Her daughter was given total control in picking the fabrics. She picked my mermaids for her dress and my daisies for her doll. How sweet!
Shelly also made these adorable gift tags. Find more of Shelly’s fun handmade goods here.
(photos by Lemon Tree Studio)
posted by kelle at 11:01 am
December 20, 2012
I found this modern chevron dress by Lottie Da Baby. So very chic! Find more unique dresses and baby bedding at Lottie Da Baby here.
(photos via Lottie Da Baby)
posted by kelle at 9:12 am
