A Silly Bird Driving a Groovy Car, a Gorgeous Embroidered Easter Egg, and Midnight Moths
Plus - 20% off moody bunnies, a chubby penguin, and a sweet giraffe
The heart and soul of Shiny Happy World is in the archives. There are hundreds of patterns and tutorials and it’s easy to be overwhelmed by all the information. Every Friday I share just a manageable sliver - a peek at what was happening during the same week of every year since the start of Shiny Happy World. This is Week 11. Click on the images to go to the posts.
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The archives are almost all free - but sometimes I released a new pattern in the shop during that week in history. Any patterns you see listed are on sale this week!
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2011
I love this little guy. It’s the hat - definitely the hat.
Click through to see a version (made by my daughter at age 8) where the bird is driving an AWESOME rainbow car.
2012
One of my most frequently asked questions.
2013
The mechanics of the stitch are the same for any whipstitching, but in this post I give you a few extra tips for whipstitching felt.
2014
Make some cute bunny ears and fancy decorated eggs for all your stuffed toys! (And keep reading for another gorgeous embroidered felt egg - this time sized for human hands.)
2015
Once upon a time I tried experimenting with really simple geometric shapes, seeing how many animals I could make, and how much I could simplify them before they stopped looking like the animal. I made dinosaurs and dragons, penguins, chicks - and this mama and baby kangaroo. This is a free pattern.
2016
One of my very favorite free patterns - a gorgeous stitched Easter egg. Click through to the post to see another sample stitched in white thread on Delft blue felt.
2017
I always start quilting in the middle and then work my way out - but that means something different depending on whether you're machine or hand quilting. In this video I explain both options.
2018
This is the same technique and material I use for softies - adapted to use in quilt blocks!
2019
An adorable chubby penguin applique pattern.
2020
A sweet giraffe applique pattern.
2021
Adorable mix & match bunnies with many moods.
2022
The quilting lines are printed right on the blocks, and they're in color-coordinated bundles. An easy way to get started!
2023
This midnight blue is just one of the options in the lush Moths and Butterflies collection. The same design is available in every color of the rainbow, and scales that will work for everything from bedding to baby clothes.
Have a terrific weekend!
Best,
Wendi
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