Phew! What a whirlwind I've been going through. Yesterday my husband was saying how it seems like we're always in the midst of big "push" to get something done. That's not exactly true, but it sure does feel like it lately.
Anyway, I've been quite busy designing, planning, sewing etc for Theo's birthday. He's two today! (well, yesterday by the time I get this post up). I'll have lots of details of the whole construction-themed shindig soonish. I'm playing catch-up with pictures right now.
And in the midst of that we all picked up and flew to FL for 2 nights for my Grandmother's funeral. It was actually really nice to see all my extended family (my dad is 1 of 8 kids!) but it was quite a bit of dragging the kids all over the place and we got back the night before the party...so now you know why I'm exhausted...
But I did promise you a closer look at Timber (for Windham Fabrics) and here it is in three colorways:
Prints clockwise from top left: Gingko in Sea Glass, Dogwood in River, Pear in Mist, Magnolia in River, Bamboo in Sea Glass, Apple in Mist, Willow in Mist, Maple in River
Prints clockwise from top left: Gingko in Malibu, Dogwood in Malibu, Pear in Sugar Plum, Magnolia in Sugar Plum, Bamboo in Sugar Plum, Apple in Sienna, Willow in River, Maple in Sugar Plum
Prints clockwise from top left: Gingko in Java, Dogwood in Sienna, Magnolia in Sweetgrass, Bamboo in Java, Maple in Sweetgrass, Gingko in Sienna, Maple in Java, Willow in Sweetgrass, Pear in Sienna
I must say, the thing I'm the most excited about is to see what you all make with your fabric. Promise me you'll send me lots of pictures, k?
And I spoke a little too soon before, I don't think the fabric will be hitting the stores much before the new year. But I already know of two places that have ordered the whole line. One of my favorite quilt shops on Cape Cod, Tumbleweed Quilts, and a great online store (and awesome new friend), Fabritopia. If you're a store owner and you're ordering the whole line, let me know and I'll post a big list or something so everyone can find you!
I can't thank you all enough for your kind words on my last post. It seems everyone believed in me even before I did. I wish I could email you all back personally, but it just ain't gonna happen right now. But I'll be back on track soon...
JT
I'm so sorry for your loss. Hopefully she lived a long, full and happy life.
Happy Birthday to your two year old! My youngest just turned two on the 2nd. It goes by sooo fast.
What a beautiful fabric line. Great names. Congrats!
Posted by: angel | August 12, 2009 at 01:06 AM
i love it, i love it, i love it!
Sorry about your Grandma, I hope life starts to settle down for you.
and again- i love the fabric and can't wait to find a use for it :)
Posted by: Mary | August 12, 2009 at 04:07 AM
They are just gorgeous!! Really love the berry colourway, but I should make myself get the breeze, so I finally make something in blue.
Happy turning 2 birthday for your wee Theo! My wee boy will be 3 on Sunday.
Posted by: Viv | August 12, 2009 at 05:25 AM
Such beautiful designs Jessica. Congratulations. A wonderful achievement. I just hope they make it to Australia!
Posted by: Bloom | August 12, 2009 at 07:45 AM
The designs are beautiful! I guess now I have another excuse to take a trip to The Cape!
Posted by: Andrea @ The Train To Crazy | August 12, 2009 at 07:49 AM
Oh my! I am swooning over the ginko and dogwood prints right now. Very well done. I love them! Congrats to you!
Posted by: Carrie | August 12, 2009 at 07:50 AM
it is really beautiful fabric!
Posted by: Nichole | August 12, 2009 at 08:13 AM
Happy 2nd Birthday! Very lovely prints...they look fantastic!
Posted by: Tabitha O. | August 12, 2009 at 08:39 AM
Wow, Jessica, these designs and colorways are so beautiful! I love each and every print, and I can't decide which color I like the most. I love them all. Congratulations on finally being able to show these off! Can't wait to make patchwork with them.
Posted by: Terriaw | August 12, 2009 at 08:48 AM
Love the Arts & Crafts influence here...and that Breeze colorway is to die for.
So sorry to hear about your Grandmother's passing, Jess.
Restup, girlfriend!
Posted by: Doris | August 12, 2009 at 10:11 AM
Wow! I love all of them but especially the clay grouping...love the green! So sorry to hear about your Grandma...it's nice that something good (seeing family) can always come out of something hard. Happy Birthday to your son as well. My son turns 8 today! So fun!
Posted by: Alicia | August 12, 2009 at 10:51 AM
I love the fabrics...so glad to hear that Fabritopia will carry it too!
Posted by: sherri | August 12, 2009 at 01:40 PM
Ok, I've been a bad blog friend. With my move and all, I've been in a kind of selfish place. So today when I decided to catch up, I said to myself, "Lets see what basement she's transformed, crazy good outfit she's sewn or party she's planned and LOOK. Just LOOK at your AMAZING fabric line. SO so so so good. Seriously. I am swooning over the Pear in Breeze and Clay and I really love that bottom floral design - it's amazing. I am already thinking what to do with these amazing fabrics.
So excited for you for doing this but even more so for doing it WELL!
Mazel,
Tracey
Posted by: Paper Dolls for Boys | August 12, 2009 at 02:00 PM
I Love Tumbleweeds! Can't wait to see the fabric in person.
Posted by: Lauralou | August 12, 2009 at 03:47 PM
Even more amazing now that you were able to display all of the line!!! It is so beautiful and peaceful.
Posted by: Mary on Lake Pulaski | August 12, 2009 at 10:50 PM
I don't know which design I like the best - they are all wonderful! My favourite colourway is breeze... no berry... no clay.... oh I cannot decide :-) Hope your life calms down a little and you get chance to rest and recover from the sad stuff.
Posted by: jo | August 13, 2009 at 03:53 AM
I REALLY hope I can buy this fabric and make something out of it here in Kansas. College is getting closer to the end and I've definately got to make something from your beautiful fabric.
My condolences-
Polly from KS
Posted by: Polly Phinney | August 13, 2009 at 01:01 PM
Ok...you are so amazing! I love the lines that you have made. All your hard work is paying off...congrats!
Posted by: stacey | August 14, 2009 at 03:45 PM
I can't decide which color I like the best...breeze or clay. Might have to track down both when available. Congrats on such a huge milestone!
Posted by: christine | August 18, 2009 at 04:57 PM
Oh my goodness - congratulations! I have to admit, it haven't visited your blog in ages. Then the other day, I started wondering what you were up to - I still think about that playroom you did - so incredibly amazing. Anyway, the fabric is beautiful, I hope it does really well.
Posted by: Julia | September 04, 2009 at 06:22 AM
These prints are amazing! We can't wait to order them for our shoppe and to see them on fabric.
I have many projects in mind already.
Great first collection!
Posted by: April Rhodes | September 24, 2009 at 08:54 PM
Thanx April!
I'm dying to see what people make with them too. I think it will make it more "real" for me...
jess
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