Category Archives: Quilting

Happy Birthday Pat

April 15, 2024

Pocket Mug Rug (by Julie Cefalu)

I wanted to use this music-themed fabric for Pat’s card. I made a wall hanging using these fabrics a few years ago. I would have preferred the piano keys as a border but I stitched it to the wrong side so the piano keys are on the back.

Happy Birthday Madison

April 10, 2024

Pocket Mug Rug (by Julie Cefalu)

I wanted a cat for Madison’s cup but this was as close as I could come. I had lots of dogs but it wasn’t until after I’d made the card that I found a small square of cat fabric.

The pink accent fabric was also used on Madison’s gym bag so long ago. Of course the pocket was filled with some birthday surprises.

Happy Birthday Emma

April 7, 2024

Pocket Mug Rug (Julie Cefalu)

Emma turns 18 this year. Where has the time gone.

Music is an important part of Emma’s life so I found some music-related fabric for her background. I’ve made notes on the pattern so the next time I use a directional fabric I’ll cut it properly.

Happy Birthday Gavin

April 4, 2024

Pocket Mug Rug (by Julie Cefalu)

This isn’t the pattern I had planned for my April cards but when the English paper-pieced hexies didn’t work out I turned to this one. I used it at Christmas and it was relatively easy to make. It seemed appropriate as everyone in April is getting gift cards.