Hello! Thank you for stopping in for a visit today. I'm excited because I actually have a cute quilt to show for a change. With the winter days being so short here in the northern hemisphere, it often seems like I'm not getting much accomplished in the way of creative stitching. Before I know it the day is over.
So, I've been pulling out my unfinished projects and -- instant gratification! I just put the finishing touches on this vintage baby quilt for my grand-daughter Olivia, which was started last summer. I'd tucked it away as the days got busy toward year's end. Actually, it's not vintage, but the designs are. They're from this old pattern with the sweetest little animals -- all wearing aprons. 17 motifs in all, but I only used 7 here. Very easy and fun. Above, Miss Bear attempting to raid the honey hive.
Miss Kitty washing up.
Mr. Rooster cock-a-doodling.
The quilt. It's dark on this cold January day and impossible to get a good picture. I should've taken some yesterday when the sun made a lovely showing, but as I was out of the house all day I missed the opportunity. Anyway, before I putter off to dig up more UFO's that need finishing, I'd love to give away a free Animals in Aprons PDF, which I can send anywhere via email. You will have to print out the pattern and trace the design in reverse to use it. Visit my website for tracing tips. If you want to be entered into the drawing, just leave a comment and include the word 'apron'. I'll announce a winner sometime in the next few days.
I LOVE the quilt, and the patterns look easy to trace. Therefore, I would like to enter the APRON PDF giveaway! Your projects are so inspirational!
Thanks, Donna
Posted by: Donna MacPherson | January 13, 2009 at 11:57 AM
That's such a lovely little quilt! And each animal with their personal little apron - how cute is that!
Posted by: mathea | January 13, 2009 at 12:27 PM
I love these embroideries! The animals in their APRONS are just too cute!
Posted by: Lynn Harris | January 13, 2009 at 12:30 PM
I'm totally with you on the UFOs, it's time for me to start finishing up some of these piles and empty out some of the bags of unfinished projects I have lying around. Most are knitting or crochet, but I think I might be in the mood for embroidery... would love to stitch up some Animals in Aprons! Thanks for a chance to win, you're always so generous.
Posted by: greetingarts | January 13, 2009 at 12:31 PM
Hi! I love the patterns "Animals in
Aprons"! Cute, cute! They would be
nice on tea towels too. Please enter me in your giveaway. Thanks!
I love your other site too.
Ronda
Posted by: Ronda | January 13, 2009 at 12:31 PM
I *love* your little quilt, the embroideries are so darned cute! I would also *love* to be entered in your drawing!
Posted by: Beth | January 13, 2009 at 12:33 PM
Dear Vicki,your embroidery is inspiring.I love all the colors and how each little apron is a different color and pattern.So sunny and cozy!
samantha
Posted by: samantha | January 13, 2009 at 12:53 PM
Oh my gosh, that quilt is so adorable. I love aprons!
Posted by: Elizabeth | January 13, 2009 at 12:54 PM
Dear Vickie,your embroidery is inspiring.I love all the colors and how each little apron is a different color and pattern.So sunny and cozy!
Samantha
Posted by: samantha | January 13, 2009 at 12:57 PM
How cute...a rooster wearing an APRON! Your quilt has brightened my day! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Amy | January 13, 2009 at 12:58 PM
What a beautiful quilt! The little animals in aprons are adorable!!
Posted by: Debbie White | January 13, 2009 at 01:02 PM
Please, please~ I would appreciate winning a copy of the sweet Animals in Aprons; your use of them in the quilt has inspired me :-)
Posted by: meg | January 13, 2009 at 01:02 PM
I like how each animal is humanized by wearing an apron.
Posted by: Belle | January 13, 2009 at 01:10 PM
What a cute quilt! And I've about decided that wearing an APRON can enhance anyone's appearance or any creature's appearance. Aprons are just toooo cool.
Posted by: susan | January 13, 2009 at 01:15 PM
Oh that is so sweet! The bear especially - I love the expression on her face. :-)
Posted by: georgia | January 13, 2009 at 01:22 PM
Please enter me! Your quilt is beautiful!
Posted by: Cary | January 13, 2009 at 01:23 PM
What a sweet little quilt, love the embroideries and the fabric. Count me in for the "apron" giveaway!
Posted by: Lisa | January 13, 2009 at 01:33 PM
Please enter me in the "animals in aprons" pattern contest.
Posted by: millie | January 13, 2009 at 01:45 PM
What a beautiful little quilt! I always enjoy your projects and posts. I'd like to be entered for the Animals in Aprons pattern, please!
Posted by: Grace | January 13, 2009 at 01:59 PM
I'm sure Olivia will love it; I do! I love the way you appliqued the APRONS, and I really like the colors and fabrics. So cheery.
Posted by: Glenell | January 13, 2009 at 02:00 PM
How absolutely adorable! I am quite partial to the mama bear raiding the honey hive. Too cute!
Posted by: Carrie | January 13, 2009 at 02:08 PM
The quilt is so cute.I think it would make a darling apron for my granddaughter.
Posted by: Melody | January 13, 2009 at 02:11 PM
That is a darling quilt. I love it how they all have an apron on.
Posted by: Judy | January 13, 2009 at 02:17 PM
So charming. I think the rooster is my favorite (but I'd stitch the bear and skep one first for my beekeeper husband!).
Posted by: Lisa | January 13, 2009 at 02:33 PM
Your animals in aprons are great. I'd love to have a stab at embroidering these designs.
Cameo @-->-->---
Posted by: CameoRoze | January 13, 2009 at 02:37 PM
Oh my! These are absolutely adorable. And is that an apron-wearing squirrel I see? Love it!
Posted by: Erin | January 13, 2009 at 02:57 PM
How sweet!
I love those Animals in Aprons!
From,
an apron lover
Posted by: Green Darner | January 13, 2009 at 02:57 PM
What a lucky little girl Olivia is, this quilt is simply divine. I know how you feel about the short days, such a crushing feeling when daylight is so fleeting and projects pile up.
That said, I would happily add this project to my pile - my own baby girl could use a cute, cozy apron quilt.
Here's to the days getting longer.
Posted by: ms. incredible | January 13, 2009 at 03:01 PM
Oh Vicki it's beautiful! Your granddaughter will cherish it :)
Posted by: DianeM | January 13, 2009 at 03:02 PM
Hi Vickie!...I have always wanted to learn how to applique and these little Aprons would be a wonderful way to start!...the quilt is so cute...you are a bright and cheery spot in the world!...thanks for offering your give-aways...have a great day!...LuAnn
Posted by: LuAnn | January 13, 2009 at 03:07 PM
A.P.R.O.N.! That is just the greatest, cuddliest quilt.
Posted by: Butzeballchen | January 13, 2009 at 03:10 PM
I LOVE it! Your embroideries and the way you combine fabrics with them is always an inspiration.
Posted by: Elaine/Muddling Through | January 13, 2009 at 03:36 PM
oh! I was just thinking that maybe a quilted babyblanket instead of a knitted one might reach my grandson before he's 5. How clever to give them all an apron!
Posted by: LeeAnn | January 13, 2009 at 03:36 PM
The quilt is adorable! Thanks for sharing. Please enter me in the giveaway....Thank you! :)
Posted by: Lisa | January 13, 2009 at 03:36 PM
There's nothing like a cute apron. We all need to tie one on every day!! Such a darling, old fashioned quilt. Please enter me in your giveaway. I'm a beginning embroiderer and would love to give this a try!
Posted by: Shari | January 13, 2009 at 04:03 PM
I love this quilt pattern with the animals wearing aprons - how cute is this. Aprons bring so many memories to me so this is a must do project.
Posted by: Anne | January 13, 2009 at 04:17 PM
These days, I always wear an apron when I'm cooking because it seems like the older I get, the more messy I get. :) Your quilt is adorable!
Posted by: Elaine | January 13, 2009 at 04:17 PM
Oh my, your Animal Apron Quilt is so cute!!!
Mary Jane
Posted by: Mary Jane Smith | January 13, 2009 at 04:44 PM
Oh so cute!!! This is so dear! :o)
Posted by: Nancy | January 13, 2009 at 04:57 PM
PS...I love aprons of for me...I just ordered 2 patterns last night.
Posted by: Nancy | January 13, 2009 at 04:58 PM
Adorable Quilt
Pretty Embroidery
Retro Images
Olivia's Treasure
Nice Grandmother
... can you find my *apron?*
Posted by: Natalie | January 13, 2009 at 05:18 PM
Apron Apron Apron! That is just the cutest pattern for a quilt. I have been apron crazy lately! Would love to win! Thanks!
Posted by: Lavender Dreamer | January 13, 2009 at 05:31 PM
Hi, Thanks for the free APRON embroidery pattern. So adorable. My oldest dd just asked me today to teach her basic embroidery stitches. I get so much inspiration from your blog.
Posted by: Jan | January 13, 2009 at 05:44 PM
How cute is each animal's little apron....thank you. Your blog is so much fun.
Barbara
Posted by: Barbara | January 13, 2009 at 06:03 PM
This is adorable. I am working on items for my dd baby hope chest. The babies of the future. WE both love aprons. Thank you for sharing. Your lil grandbaby will love this that is for sure.
Posted by: Angela | January 13, 2009 at 06:04 PM
Just took off my apron to sit and have tea and a looksie at fav blogs. Enter me those are too cute! Love the bear:-)
Posted by: Suzanne Chanis | January 13, 2009 at 06:08 PM
I've been looking for inspiration to make a baby quilt, and now I've found just the thing - animals in aprons! Very cute!
Posted by: Claire | January 13, 2009 at 06:12 PM
What a nice project for these cold winter days! And what a lucky grandaughter to get such a thoughful gift. I would love to be in the running to receive the pattern. Would love to make one for my own grandaughter.
Posted by: Nancy | January 13, 2009 at 07:07 PM
I love both animals and aprons and your quilt...it is so sweet!
Posted by: Debbie | January 13, 2009 at 07:26 PM
Ohhh...an animals and aprons quilt -- I love it! It's so much better to see something like this actually made up! I don't think the pattern itself gives you any clue as to how cute this is in the end!
I love the colors and the fabrics that you chose! Very "vintage-y". I sew a lot, but haven't truly quilted yet. I'd love to make our baby (due in May) a quilt this time instead of having one made. Perhaps you've motivated me to think more in that direction! If I can finish all of the gifts I'm working on and then the baby clothes that I plan to make, maybe I'll actually make my own quilt this time!
Thank you for the motivation!
~Jill~
Posted by: Jill | January 13, 2009 at 08:20 PM
This is so sweet! You are amazingly talented. I received my "Blanket Statement" book the other day, and I LOVE it. Thanks so much! I am planning to do a post on it, just as soon as my camera is functioning, so I can add pics.
Oh, and please come by my blog to enter the Cath Kidston giveaway I'm hosting this week.
Posted by: Michelle K | January 13, 2009 at 08:26 PM
They look so darn cute I think I will make an apron for my cat. I just can't decide whether to sew it or knit it!
Posted by: Nancy | January 13, 2009 at 08:51 PM
Oh my this is so so cute :)
Posted by: kristin rose | January 13, 2009 at 09:16 PM
Waaaayyyyy toooooo cute!!! I'd love to get my hands on those apron patterns and do some stitchin' of my own. LOVE your blog !!
Posted by: Debbie Myers | January 13, 2009 at 09:53 PM
Oh , Just love the animals in aprons. I haven't embroidered in years. Would be fun again.
Posted by: Ahrisha | January 13, 2009 at 09:56 PM
Hi and happy new year :O)
I would also love 2 win the pattern 2 this animals in apron pdf file, so please count me in.
And once again thank you for sharing your work with us, it gives me so much joy and pleasure.
Kirvil :O)
Posted by: Account Deleted | January 14, 2009 at 01:05 AM
So nice. Thank you very much.
Posted by: paula | January 14, 2009 at 02:27 AM
I just have to enter the apron contest, I think the embroidery mixed with the fabric aprons is just adorable! What a great quilt!
Nicole
Posted by: Nicole | January 14, 2009 at 04:54 AM
Wonderful Animals in Aprons Pattern -- I do have a drawer full of embroidery designs but this one is so pretty, the inclination is to add just this one more...
Posted by: Miss Snips | January 14, 2009 at 04:56 AM
What a really nice pattern, lovely to use for a quilt for my youngest!
Posted by: monique | January 14, 2009 at 05:08 AM
What a really nice pattern, lovely to use for a quilt for my youngest!
Posted by: monique | January 14, 2009 at 05:09 AM
I love the Animals in APRONS patterns. Too cute! They would make a lovely quilt such as yours or they would also be very cute on kitchen towels.
Please enter my name into your giveaway.
Posted by: Sharon | January 14, 2009 at 05:21 AM
Aprons are my thing for 2009!
Posted by: Lisa Martin | January 14, 2009 at 05:27 AM
Vicki, I love that quilt! Those little apron animals are too cute--I love the bear! Please enter my name!
Posted by: Sharon M. | January 14, 2009 at 05:35 AM
Animals in aprons...what a great idea! I love how you used different fabrics for the aprons. These would look great on dishtowels, too. I would love to be in your drawing; please enter me. Thanks for all your lovely photos and inspiration!
Posted by: Else | January 14, 2009 at 05:37 AM
The apron quilt is adorable. How long does it take you to stitch a block? And do you use fusible to put the fabric for the apron on?
Posted by: Elisabeth | January 14, 2009 at 06:16 AM
very cute! i hope i am the lucky number. thanks you for all the free patterns you offer. wonderful blog! big hug, deborah
Posted by: Deborah Robertson | January 14, 2009 at 06:57 AM
very cute aprons! love your blog, very inspiring. thank you for all the freebies you offer - very generous. big hug, deborah
Posted by: Deborah Robertson | January 14, 2009 at 07:02 AM
I love your quilt! I would like to be entered in your give away for the Animals in Apron pattern. Thank you in advance.
Posted by: Velma | January 14, 2009 at 07:25 AM
Too cute, as always!
Posted by: Donna | January 14, 2009 at 07:47 AM
I would love to make an apron with a that chicken!
Posted by: Susan | January 14, 2009 at 08:06 AM
those are adorable! my favorite is the apron wearing rooster :-)
Posted by: sharon | January 14, 2009 at 08:22 AM
A-Animals in aprons, such a wonderful sight!
P-Pearl cotton and floss, to stitch it just right!
R-Running, lazy daisy, stem stitches too
O-Oh my this pattern collection is cute!
N-Now I cross my fingers and wait - anxious to find out the giveaway fate!
Posted by: Cindy | January 14, 2009 at 08:43 AM
Oh, I'm in. Apron! Seriously, I think my mother-in-law would flip for this.
Posted by: Kate Higgins | January 14, 2009 at 09:03 AM
I love the APRON pattern--I will have a new baby granddaughter in March. This is my first grandchild and I have dreams of teaching her to sew and cook, just as my grandmother did for me. My grandmother lived to be just short of 100 years old and in very good health. She always told me that the housework will be there tomorrow, to sew if I wanted to, the work would wait for me. I've followed that philosophy my whole life. She gave me such a gift in teaching me these skills. I love to read your blog and check in every day.
Posted by: PJ | January 14, 2009 at 09:49 AM
I'll be a Grandmother for the first time in a few months and my daughter wants me to make a quilt. Your Animals in Aprons quilt is exactly what I had envisioned making...something using vintage fabric, stitching ..... and the apron applique on the animals gives it a terrific detail finish.
Thanks for your wonderful blog.
Posted by: Debbie | January 14, 2009 at 10:16 AM
What a lucky granddaughter! I would love to win the apron PDF! :)
Posted by: Jill | January 14, 2009 at 10:23 AM
I love your little animal quilt with the aprons and would love to win. I want to make the quilt for the baby and I'm actually making baby's mother an apron for her February BD. So it will all tie together. Love the way you put the quilt together.
Posted by: jam | January 14, 2009 at 10:34 AM
I would enjoy having that embroidery pattern - wouldn't they look cute on an APRON? You did a wonderful job with the quilt - adorable!
Posted by: Amy | January 14, 2009 at 10:45 AM
Love the quilt, your blog and aprons!
Posted by: Angela | January 14, 2009 at 10:48 AM
Love those APRON animals. Please enter me in the contest!
Posted by: Jan McDowell | January 14, 2009 at 10:57 AM
You quilt is fantastic. Wouldn't an apron or tea towel be the perfect place for these adorable apron-wearing animals!
Posted by: Danielle | January 14, 2009 at 10:59 AM
Love the aprons on the animals!
Posted by: Bethany Johnson | January 14, 2009 at 11:05 AM
Very sweet quilt...lovely APRON animals. Thanks for the giveaway!
Posted by: cathleen | January 14, 2009 at 11:12 AM
It is adorable! I love the aprons they are wearing and would love to copy them for me to wear :)
Blessings,
Bethany
Posted by: Lynn | January 14, 2009 at 12:42 PM
APRON! I would love to be included in your giveaway! I just started embroidery and adore it! While on my Alaskan cruise, I embroidered several things. My husband said, "Put that down!Come out here on the deck and look at this glacier!" I replied, "Ha! When it stops looking the same call me--I'm just so so happy and content right now!" Thank you for all of your fabulous ideas and pictures!
Posted by: Tracy | January 14, 2009 at 12:57 PM
That is the sweetest baby quilt - so charming!! What a lucky little grandchild you have! You've inspired me to finally finish up a few things I've started (I'm great at starting things, but getting them to the finish point is a different story - there are soooo many things I want to make! Love the animals in Aprons PDF - and I'd love to enter too. Thanks, so much!
Posted by: Barb | January 14, 2009 at 12:59 PM
What a cute quilt! You are so creative! "Animals in aprons" is a fun idea and I would love to make one for my granddaughter. Please enter me in the drawing.
Posted by: Gail | January 14, 2009 at 01:19 PM
Since I don't have a BLOG, am I still eligiable? If so, this would make a wonderul quilt for my great-grandchild due soon. Your work is sooo nice.
Posted by: Sally | January 14, 2009 at 01:34 PM
Adorable! Adorable! Adorable! I want to make one. And the little aprons are just so cute.
Amy
Posted by: Amy | January 14, 2009 at 02:24 PM
Oh, this Animals in Aprons quilt is SOOO cute!!! I have so many friends having babies this next year...it would be a wonderful baby gift!
I suppose begging "Please pick me!!" isn't allowed? ;-)
Posted by: Rachel | January 14, 2009 at 04:41 PM
These are the most charming patterns I've ever seen! I love them and I love wearing vintage aprons; I wore my late mother-in-law's Christmas apron this past holiday.
Posted by: Vicki | January 14, 2009 at 05:41 PM
The Rooster says cockadoodle dooo oh so early in the morning
The Cat says meow meow meow as she drinks her breakfast milk.
The Bear kindly says grr grr grr as he gets his honey
The Dog says woof woof woof as he plays all day.
And they all love their colorful aprons!
Posted by: Carly | January 14, 2009 at 05:42 PM
I can't decide whether the animals really need aprons (because they aren't wearing any clothes) or if the reason they need aprons is because they aren't wearing any clothes.
Posted by: Dave | January 14, 2009 at 05:47 PM
Hello! I love all of your beautiful work, and you've inspired me to begin learning how to do embroidery as well - and I have a favorite vintage APRON that I wear all of the time, so I'd love to have some cute vintage apron-wearing animal patterns to sew on some mixer and toaster covers for my kitchen. So, thanks for the offer!!! Have a great day!
Posted by: Kellie Reynolds | January 14, 2009 at 06:32 PM
I am a 16 year old girl who loves embroidering. These animals in aprons were just to cool for me to pass up. I would love to embroider them onto shirts and bags for all of my friends!
Posted by: Caroline | January 14, 2009 at 07:08 PM
Oh my gosh! The level of cuteness on this quilt is overwhelming! I adore that the animals are wearing quilts, the flower fabric is so sweet too. :)
Posted by: May | January 14, 2009 at 08:04 PM
APRON APRON APRON!!! Vicky that is the cutest quilt, Miss Olivia will love it ~ I surely do, too!! Have a great day, & thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Patrice | January 15, 2009 at 04:32 AM
I love little animal embroideries and to sew them in aprons is just too cute to believe! Glad to hear your feeling better, the soup looks and sounds delicious may have to try that one this weekend. Thanks for sharing so many good things with us...oh, thought you might like to know that your Sour Cream Apple Pie is now the official pie at our house. My son (26) can make it as well as I can!
Posted by: Betty | January 15, 2009 at 05:10 AM
Apron! I'd love to be entered in your drawing! How adorable.
Posted by: KC Quilter | January 15, 2009 at 05:12 AM