Thursday, January 24, 2013

Dare to Dresden?

Welcome to the Dare to Dresden Blog Hop!


We are so excited to have you join us today! Big bunny hugs to the lovely, Christine of Quilt Monster in My Closet for hosting this hop! Of course, these wonderful, fun, hops would not be possible without the tireless efforts of our one and only, fabulous head cheerleader, Madam Samm of Sew We Quilt! Thanks so much Samm!

So let's get started! I was so excited to join this hop as I had just finished sketches for a new Folk Art Fusion Design called, Yellow Daisy Dresdens. It's a variation of an original dresden plate plate block. I couldn't believe there was going to be a dresden hop. So join I did. Fun!

I listen to music all day while I work, so most of my designs are inspired by words or music. In this case, Yellow Daisy Dresdens was inspired by music from Lindsey Stirling and her original song, Electric Daisy Violin. She is an incredible young lady and I love her fun spirit with a violin. Here's her video if you would like to listen to it as you read on. Yes...I hop around and dance in Bunnyville while I work. Gotta work them buns. My buns...not the Harrington and Hannah buns. hee,hee,hee. ;)



Forever being a decorator, I wanted to design something for my dining room table that you too could make for yours, or as a wall hanging.

As in all my Folk Art Fusion, there is wool applique, patchwork, hand stitching, machine quilting and more. Lots of fun things to do!


When I was at Quilt Market, a lady told me my designs were so nice because they were "achievable." I liked that! We all only have a few precious hours each day to do the things we love. It's fun to be able to make something that can actually be finished in a short amount of time and still gives us joy in the making of it. Being able to decorate our houses with something we made is even better! No special talent needed, smiling face required. :)


Patterns as well as National Nonwovens Wool and Valdani 3 Strand Floss kits for my Yellow Daisy Dresdens are available in my SHOP.

Of course, we have to have a giveaway! I mean this is a party after all! Woo hoo! Our prize for this giveaway is....

Rabbit embroidery scissors! To enter the giveway, please leave a comment on this post. As always, we love and adore our friends and if you are signed up (on the right sidebar) as an official friend/follower, you will receive two chances!

The bunnies will use the random number generator to select the winner this coming Monday, January 28th.

Thank you so very much for joining us today. Now, we invite you to hop over and visit our friends that we are honored to share this day with. Have fun hopping!
January 24th, 2013

















xx,
Michelle and the Bunnies

265 comments:

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Anonymous said...

Michelle-Your work is always so exquisite. Being allergic to animal hair/fur, Bunny scissors would be a perfect way to enjoy rabbits without all the reactions! Thanks for sharing.

ritainalaska said...

awesome! love your dresden! best of show!

hennies.pennies said...

I love your daisy topper! I love working with wool! I must add this to my WISH list! Be especially blessed!!

DebbieM said...

Your topper is beautiful, Shell. Your work is so nice. You know I've been a follower for quite sometime. Keep those patterns coming.

Lee said...

A stuning design! thank you for sharing!

Lee said...

I am a hoppy follower too!

Vesuviusmama said...

What a fantastic ans striking design!

linny said...

Really love your dresdens. Such a unique design. I'm already a follower by email.
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Unknown said...

Your work is beautiful! This is my first time on your blog. Love it! Love the bunny scissors too. I love to do red work and have never seen any like that.

Cathy said...

I love this pattern. I follow you by email. Was so excited when I saw this pattern. Thanks for the chance to win the scissors. Hugs

thepiececorps said...

Striking! and loved the musical entertainment! B-)

Nancy said...

The table topper is great. Yes I follow your blog. It is so much fun to read. Nancy P.

Anonymous said...

What ADORABLE scissors! I'd love to win them. :)

Interesting comment about designs needing to be 'achievable' - that's the most positive spin I've heard. USeful.

:) Linda

Anonymous said...

What ADORABLE scissors - I'd love to win them. :)

Interesting comment - 'achievable'. Useful to know.

:) Linda

Linda C said...

What a cool spin on the theme! Love it.

Scrapbook-ChickADoodle said...

Lovely table runner. Pretty design and terrific stitching. I always love to see your work.

Sue said...

Love your design! What great work.

Sue said...

I am one of your followers. Love Rabbits!!!!

Loris said...

Wow! I love your style in dresdons! Your table topper looks really beautiful and it actually kind of reminds me of...I can't think of a word for it...maybe old world classic (? :-) ) It looks classy! Love to you and the bunnies!

carleenphoenix said...

I do enjoy following your blog and have done a few of your projects. They are the best!!! Please add me to your give away. Carleen

Gayle said...

A great variation on the traditional Dresden block - it's been SO fun to see all these fresh new ideas!

Simone said...

Very unique and just beautiful. I have never made a dresden. This is different then the ones I've seen before. Great ideas and design. Thanks so much for sharing!

Karyn said...

I'm a new follower. LOVE the mixed methods :)

the girlfriend gap said...

It is Beautiful and very creative! Makes the day happy when you have something pretty on your table doesn't it! Helps to keep the piles at bay too. So easy to use the table as a drop off station. Thanks for sharing in the hop. Janita

the girlfriend gap said...

I am already a follower :)

Bonnie58 said...

beautiful design. Thanks for sharing and for the opportunity on a super draw.
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Bonnie58 said...

I am a follower. thanks for sharing
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vernagrace said...

I love table toppers and I love this pattern. Your bunny soup tureen looks like it's sitting in a field of daisies.
Thank you so much for sharing your talent. The bunny scissors are really cute, thank you for the giveaway.

Draffin Bears said...

Hi Shell,

I too and jigging around to the fabulous music, love the violin and the energy of this piece.
Love your gorgeous Folk Art for the dinning room table - you are so very talented.
Happy weekend
hugs
Carolyn

SandyMay said...

Very unique design for dresdens; love it. I also enjoy working with wools.

Lesley said...

What a beautiful table topper! Really like the design. Thanks for the chance for your very generous giveaway!

Jacqueline said...

I did you bom last year and just gave the completed quilt to my daughter last week for her birthday. I loved doing it.

Thanks for a chance at your bunny scissors.

And yes I am a follower.

Cheri said...

I love the daisies! And the bunny scissors! Thanks for the giveaway!

Julee said...

Would love to win the bunny scissors...alos love your new design.

Julee said...

I'm already a follower of yours.

quiltcrazyinnb said...

I love your blog and your patterns. Also you bunnies!!!

quiltcrazyinnb said...

I am a new follower!!

Maryjo said...

Your work is impeccable...love your blog! Thank you for all that you share:) Sure need those scissors:)

Tina said...

What a wonderful giveaway! I will keep my fingers crossed!!
P.S. Please say hello to the bunnies for me!

OhioLori said...

Looooove the Daisies....and the Music!!! Thanks for sharing!!! Could listen alllll day!!! :)

Thanks too, for chance to win these adorable Bunny scissors!!!

OhioLori said...

I'm a brand new follower, thru GFC

Your Blog is like visiting a dear friend!! Glad you joined this Hop....and I have found your blog! :)

usagypsy said...

I love your Dresden! Such a original! Got my eyes on those adorable bunny scissors too! I thought I was a follower but apparently I wasn't. But now I am a "real" Google reader follower :)

kbzelazny said...

Love your dresdens, and the bunny scissors are so cute!!

Nikita said...

I love that dresden table topper.. so adorable.

Anonymous said...

love the black and white design. Also enjoyed the music video. Both of my children play the violin and I will show them the video in the morning.

HeatherK @ A Reformed Heath'n said...

I've been a follower for a while now. I love your folk-art style!

HeatherK @ A Reformed Heath'n said...

I love your variation on the dresden. The colors and style are so you. Looks like a great summer project. Hmmm...

Mystica said...

A pretty pattern!

Amy C said...

I love the way you put a swirl in the center of your Dresden. Beautiful!
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cannewa said...

The scissors are so cute! thank you for hosting the giveaway.

Char

evelyn said...

I know that whenever I visit your blog I will see something incredible. You do not disapoint. This is gorgeous.

Gina Loomis said...

Wow! I love your yellow daisy dresdens! They are gorgeous! Thanks for participating and offering the giveaway!

Suze said...

When I saw your project I instantly thought of my SIL. She has always loved daisies since I have known her - and that is a long time. I have cross stitched daisies for her, but have yet to quilt something in the daisy family for her, but I think that might chance this year. The bunny scissors are adorable. I hadn't seen any bunny scissors. You are very generous with not only your giveaway but sharing your creativity. Thank you!

Stitched With Prayer said...

Such a gorgeous design!!! And oh how I love those bunny scissors...so great. I'm a long time follower of your blog and I would love to be entered in this giveaway...if I'm not too late that is. Big Hugs...

Sewgirl said...

Wow! That is one really creative Dresden plate. You did such beautiful work...lovely!

Sewgirl said...

I am already a follower, and love your blog!

Amy, a redeemed sheep said...

The first word out of my mouth was , "WOW!" What more is there to say?

Nine Patch said...

Love your new design, yello daisy dresden!

Missie of Traditional Primitives said...

Oh! I love your table topper!!! So darling!! Looks like others like it too along with those cute little bunny scissors! Take my name out and draw again if I win since I already have a very special pair! Just wanted to tell you how cute your latest design is. Your stitching is perfect by the way!!

Wendy said...

I'm too late for the giveaway (internet down at home and me down with the flu) but I wanted to say that I love your version of dresdens!

carla said...

Hi!!! Love them!!! Love the daisys!!! Thank You

Leah said...

You have beautiful craftsmanship. Thanks for sharing.

Ellie Q said...

Beautiful! I love the combination of wool felt with a more contemporary design.

Regina said...

Your topper looks beautiful on your table. Love the little bunny scissors, thanks for the chance.

Karrie said...

I love the table runner! So pretty, and the flower looks so cool in the middle! Thanks for sharing it with us!

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