Every once in a while I can make something, the minute I get a request or idea. Last night was one of those times. My SIL had asked me to make something Dr. Suess for a friend's baby that was scheduled to arrive any day. I had seen this Robert Kauffman Dr Suess fabric at the store a month or two ago and was inclined to buy it but with my growing fabric stash I decided to hold off. By total coincidence yesterday I stopped by the Happiness Is Quilting in Downtown McKinney to pick up some of the fabric. Then last night my SIL emailed to let me know 'Shaun Michael" had been born at 7:17 p.m. and gave me the rest of the baby stats. Well needless to say, I got right on it immediately. Who needs sleep when you've worked 10 days in a row without a day off anyway! I piddled with different designs but in the end by 11:30 p.m. this is what I had come up with. I am so pleased. I am going to be listing this in my Etsy store soon. 
While the embroidery stitched out, I made the card (yes, a card) to match with a swatch of the fabric and some Heat n Bond adhesive iron on. I love making cards to coordinate with sets, it just makes everything look so complete. This card is 5.5 inches square. 
I stitched the inside of the card to add a little interest. The thread looks black but its the same shade of blue/teal from the fabric.
My embroidery machine came with a vinyl cover so I took it apart and used it as a pattern to make one out of the fabric. To add body to the fabric, I ironed fusible fleece to the back (I love that stuff). I used a contrasting black and white polka dot for the side panels and added a black pom pom trim to the bottom. I am pleased with the results... . Now the cornice... 
The cornice was interesting, I had no pattern and was eager to make it quickly. I used a thin piece of plywood, covered it with batting and then covered it with fabric. I made it large so the pattern in the fabric would show. I took a major short cut by omitting side panels and just hung the board (like a picture) above the window. Yes-- major short cut but I don't think there is a cornice police that will come get me. As far as I am concerned, it works in my book! . Thats all for now, more stuff in the coming weeks. My plan is to change out the comforter, add throw pillows and make a few fun accessories for the room. This will keep me busy for the next month or so. Thanks for stopping by...
This is our second year to plant daffodils, last year's batch in the front yard already bloomed (and I forgot to take pictures). I did not want to miss the picture opportunity for these!
I love this little dog "statue", he's been digging in my flower beds forever. We haven't seen his head in more than 7 years-- there must be a bone buried in there somewhere! Thanks for stopping by!
