gorgeous darn things....
yes, a pincushion of beaded proportions to go with this
let me remind you... it has an end pocket - beautiful AND useful :-)
and why add a machine mat? Well... there's a bit of fabric left over so we need to use it up. A mat helps to reduce vibration and noise when you're sewing on an open table - don't worry, it won't make your machine dance across the table - AND you need somewhere to hide your precious embroidery scissors. You know, the ones that some people like to 'borrow' and use when they treat themselves to a home pedicure. Well, they are nice and sharp... and pointy...
Carrie P do you recognise the scissor fob? (i love it)
the mat pocket section hangs off the front edge of your tabletop (almost finished... just need to do the binding)
and did I show you the 'secret stashing spot' ? - you can hide your pennies... or quarters... or maybe a few dollar coins... or even a second pair of little sharp pointy scissors
Giveaway - for one of three 'Sewing Companions' patterns - closes at midday on Friday my time - leave a message on this post OR the previous post
Good luck...
And just so you know I haven't been idle today
corn, zucchini and horse poo were added to the vegie gardens this morning
see ya round like rissoles
me xx
and my parcel arrived from Paducah but I'll show you that next time... I love parcels :-)
Beautiful! please can I participate to get the pattern? thank you very much.
Posted by: Montse | August 20, 2009 at 02:21 AM
Oh that is so gorgeous!! It'd be a lot better than the fat quarter I have draped over my machine at the moment!
Posted by: Jo in TAS | August 14, 2009 at 02:54 PM
Cheryl, that is one beautiful sewing companion set! Please enter me to win ... you wouldn't have to change the initial ...
Corinne in CA
Posted by: Corinne in CA | August 14, 2009 at 11:25 AM
Just have to enter this one. Definitely in the market for this even if I'm not a winner :0)
Posted by: Anne Colangelo | August 14, 2009 at 09:48 AM
What a great pattern and you used lovely fabrics! Would be so nice to win one of these .. :-)
PS: Love reading your blog.
Ineke
Posted by: Ineke | August 13, 2009 at 05:52 PM
Not sure if I sent comment but thanks for all you offer to us. I just love the pattern for Sewing Companions and would love to make it.
Posted by: Phyl | August 13, 2009 at 01:04 AM
Great pattern and I love the fabric you used. Would love to win but most times don't. Maybe this will be the day!
Posted by: Penny J | August 13, 2009 at 12:56 AM
would love to enter your giveaway and I love your blog
Posted by: Illene Tiziani | August 13, 2009 at 12:32 AM
I'm not sure f I already left a comment if not here it is....this pattern is just gorgeous would love to have it come to my pattern box!
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Posted by: sandy | August 12, 2009 at 10:10 PM
Ever So Pretty Cheryl... Adore the bead bling !!!
Posted by: Helz | August 12, 2009 at 08:09 PM
CUTE!! What sewing machine can go without some bling!! And a pocket even!!
Lisa
Posted by: Lisa Leimone | August 12, 2009 at 02:15 PM
I do agree, How beautiful are the fabrics and the designs. I would LOVE to win one of your giveaways. Thanks Sandy N.
Posted by: Sandy | August 12, 2009 at 08:34 AM
You are just so clever! The pattern is adorable! Please enter my name in the drawing:)
Posted by: Sinta Renee | August 12, 2009 at 03:24 AM
Terrific set of goodies for your sewing machine area!
Posted by: Anne | August 12, 2009 at 12:55 AM
That rest for the machine looks tres more elegant than the plastic knit stuff under mine.
Maybe I could be motivated to enclose it.
Posted by: ozjane | August 11, 2009 at 11:28 PM
beautiful!
Posted by: inge | August 11, 2009 at 10:09 PM
Very nice,it's perfectly made for your sewing machine
Posted by: Marie-Jozé | August 11, 2009 at 05:47 PM
Love the giveaway please count me in.
Posted by: Jeannette | August 11, 2009 at 01:31 PM
What a wonderful pattern and fabrics I want one, please enter my name in the draw.
Sylvia F
Posted by: Sylvia F | August 11, 2009 at 01:13 PM
Very pretty! I love sewing organizational stuff!
Posted by: Roxie | August 11, 2009 at 12:36 PM
Hi Cheryl,
How cute is the pincushion - a real winner !
Posted by: Tina Dillon | August 11, 2009 at 09:04 AM
Iijgorgeous Cheryl - Very feminine indeed. I have yet to start my machine cover for the August challenge but I am getting heaps of inspiration from blog land at the moment.
Posted by: Fiona | August 11, 2009 at 08:33 AM
I made a cover for my machine (you can see it on my blog http://krpeizakrpe.blogspot.com), but she want another one , something fancy like one you made.
Please, count us in
Greetings from Croatia
Posted by: Simona | August 11, 2009 at 04:26 AM
What a neat pattern! Please enter me - I'd love to win. I've so enjoyed your BOM. Thank you.
Posted by: Mary | August 11, 2009 at 03:53 AM
Oh my goodness.. ofcourse I need this.. its gorgeous!!! Breathtaking.. and super clever.. Im in love!!! Fantastic! :o)
Posted by: Stina | August 11, 2009 at 03:48 AM
I just love your pattern. Such a pretty addition to the sewing room.
Posted by: Judy Roach | August 10, 2009 at 09:54 PM
That is one classy sewing machine cover Cheryl. Thanks for the chance to win one.
Posted by: Kerrie | August 10, 2009 at 08:43 PM
Of cause I want to be in this Give Away. It is a lovly give away so now I cross my fingers and start to wait for the drawing moment. Hugs
Posted by: Eva | August 10, 2009 at 07:31 PM
Please enter me in your giveaway. I would LOVE to win the sewimg machine cover & goodies...they would fit in my sewing room perfect ( I love pink :-)
I also love your blog!
Liz
Posted by: Liz | August 10, 2009 at 04:52 PM
Please enter me in your drawing. I would be able to discard the plastic bag I am now using!
Kathy
Posted by: Kathy MacPherson | August 10, 2009 at 04:38 PM
So so pretty! You've been a busy bee.
Posted by: Stephanie | August 10, 2009 at 03:43 PM
OH my gosh...what a wonderful prize - please enter me in the draw!
Posted by: Teresa | August 10, 2009 at 01:19 PM
What a fabulous feminine cover with a little glitz! Fab!
Posted by: Heather Tucker | August 10, 2009 at 11:02 AM
I love all of this feminine frou-frou. I have gotten a little tired of Mod things. Your pattern is just what we need. Sweet and lovely.
Posted by: Sarahe4e | August 10, 2009 at 10:12 AM
Hey Miss Me, where's the Paducah contents??!! You can't promise things and then NOT deliver. ;0
That's just not playing by the quilting blog rules.
Posted by: Ina | August 10, 2009 at 09:53 AM
Hi Cheryl
I would love to win your lovely pattern!
Posted by: Janelle | August 10, 2009 at 09:33 AM
Wow what a neat blog and what a wonderful pattern and such pretty fabric I have never won anything via the blog site, so am taking this chance from here in New Zealand.
Posted by: Laurie Breadmore | August 10, 2009 at 08:22 AM
Wow! Cheryl, it is gorgeous! You do such beautiful work...always an inspiration!
Posted by: Kate/Massachusetts | August 10, 2009 at 07:46 AM
Everything is sooooo cute, love them all!
Posted by: Helena | August 10, 2009 at 05:15 AM
Wow, how elegant every piece is. Love the beads and I do recognize the scissor fob. Goes perfect with the set.
I meant to tell you to check out my July 22 post. I changed the Kookaburra bird to a Carolina wren since I have them in my back yard on my arbor.
Posted by: Carrie P. | August 10, 2009 at 04:58 AM
Cheryl, the accessories are just exquisite. They have such a feminine feel to them. I would love a chance to enter the drawing for these lovely items. Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Alice I. | August 10, 2009 at 04:40 AM
Wowzers! Really eye catching! I love the idea of a pocket in the sewing machine cover! Why did I not think of that when I made mine!! Fantastic....and noted!
Posted by: Mary Flynn | August 10, 2009 at 02:46 AM
What a pretty pattern! I'd love to win, but since I recently won one of your patterns (the needlecase), I won't enter, to give someone else a chance. I just wanted to say you come up with some great ideas, and all those pretty fabrics!
Posted by: Gerda | August 10, 2009 at 01:28 AM
From pretty to poo. My you are diversified :-) I love all the sweet little hiding places. Makes a sweet project even sweeter.
Posted by: annette | August 10, 2009 at 01:21 AM
What a beautiful ensemble.
Posted by: Sonya | August 10, 2009 at 12:55 AM
Oh my gosh - I have never seen anything so lovely!! What a wonderful pattern. Please add my name to your give-away contest!! Also, what line of beautiful fabrics did you use of this amazing creation? Cheryl, you are the best! Thank you!!!
Posted by: Judy in Michigan | August 10, 2009 at 12:32 AM
Wow Cheryl your sewing machine cover set is....drop dead gorgeous!!! Makes my tea towel look "just a little bit drab"...lol. Thanks for the opportunity to be in the draw for your lovely pattern.
Kind Regards
Judith
http://creativestudio10.blogspot.com
Posted by: Judith Tetley | August 10, 2009 at 12:06 AM
Oh, the pocket! One can never have too many! Lovely! The pincushion is darling too!
Posted by: Melody | August 09, 2009 at 11:56 PM
Everything looks fabulous as always! Thanks for the giveaway! :0)
Posted by: Terry | August 09, 2009 at 10:19 PM
oh wow Cheryl that is just gorgeous.the fabric is lovely.well done again..you rock,cheers Vickie
Posted by: Vickie | August 09, 2009 at 10:09 PM