Thrift Shop Matchups - Valentine's Day Stitching

I like finding old things & making new things to "match". Well to be honest, they don't even have to be old ... just discarded ... or deemed unusable by someone else. And, they don't have to match, exactly, just look ... better together.  I think you know what I mean!  Here are some love-themed Matchups:

How about a romantic look for Valentine's Day?  This pattern just happens to be called Love Notes - Heart Mug Rug & there are 58 ways to tell someone you're thinking of them. Doesn't this just inspire you to write a Love Note?! 💗

How about a bolder look for Valentine's Day. With a sweet little Angel to deliver the message. This pattern is called Last Minute Mug Mat - Extravaganza!!!  There are a total of 24 different designs to make - all the holidays & special moments covered!

Wondering what to put your flower vase on?  This table topper is perfect for larger decor items - like this cute Heart within a Heart collectible. And, the pattern is appropriately named Last Minute Centerpiece. There are two different heart options in this design & it's a lot faster than you think with NO binding! 

I get a real kick out of finding fabrics in my stash (new or vintage - it doesn't matter!) & creating a perfect (if only in my eyes!) Matchup with items no longer bright & shiny. It's so much fun to put these collectibles on display again - right where they belong! Here's the Last Minute Mug Rug & Centerpiece together so you get an idea of scale. Happy Valentine's day .... with love, faith.

Love is ALL you Need ... Everyday!

Every day should be Valentine's Day - don't you think?!  love, faith.

Happy Father's Day!

All my love ... forever & ever!  faith.

The Secret is LOVE!!!!

 How was your Valentine's Day?  Full of Love & Sweetness??  I hope so.  I was tired & crabby, but that's when you NEED love the most isn't it??!! 

So, I'm sending a belated Valentine's Day cuddle from my Angel (because doggie hugs count)!.

And, mucho blessings to all who hugged someone whether they were "huggable" or NOT!! 


 




This is a "Joyful Heart" that was made especially for Valentine's Day - cheery cherries & happy dots. 

Have you ever run across fabric that you can't seem to get enough of ?? 

That's how I feel about this stuff - I just LOVE it!!

And, finally, I made up a sweet wall hanging I'm calling:

"The Secret is Love" 

It's for my favorite sister for a very special birthday. 

And, yes, the Heart is made of 1" squares :)  I'm sure there was an easier way to piece this little quiltlet than cutting 1 1/2" squares & sewing together.  

For example, I could have sewn strips together  & subcut.  One of the drawbacks of being a designer is you tend to frame every project as if you were writing a pattern  - it's along the same lines as "when you have a hammer, everything looks like a nail".  Except, I didn't! 

I just enjoyed cutting & sewing all those little squares together - one at a time - for my sister - who loves flowers - and celebrations.  Every square was another loving wish!

What's the "secret" part you ask?  The four hearts on the bottom are flaps that cover hidden pockets.  Pockets to hold good fortunes from cookies; pretty buttons & earrings that have lost their match; champagne corks & loving wishes from your favorite sister, Faith.