Plaids and Prints

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Fresh Impressions

I am excited to announce the release of my new book, Fresh Impressions.

It is published through Leisure Arts (#5265).

Here is what they had to say about the book:
Fresh Impressions is proof that fresh, contemporary quilts don't have to be hard to make. In fact, the graphic style of these designs by Allison Jane Smith is guaranteed to make sewing a breeze. Quilters can choose fabric in modern colors; then follow the clear instructions to make these lap-sized to bed-size quilts. 6 projects for quilting: Chevron Stripe, Gardenia Bud, Octagons, Houndstooth Monogram, Zigzag Flowers, or Diamonds.

It is also available from Amazon.

Thursday, March 11, 2010

My Creative Corner

When we moved this past summer I seriously down-sized my sewing room. In our past few houses we have always had a basement, that I would naturally takeover for my quilting "stuff". But here in Idaho, we have no basement. Although I lost some of the ease, I love the fact that I am back to the basics. Sewing machine table, cutting table, desk, and closet packed full of materials, etc.

One of the challenges in a sewing room, is finding a sewing machine table that is as pleasing to the eye as it is functional. Luckily, my very talented father-in-law, was able to turn this little PB desk into one. He cut out the hole in the top, and built a box underneath to hold the machine. I absolutely love it!

My cutting table is also from Pottery Barn. What I love about it is the fact that Big Boards has a mat that fit exactly on it so that the whole top is useful. Plus it has huge, deep drawers just waiting for me to stuff everything in them.