This will also be my last craft show. In one more week, I will be moving into my new fabric shop and getting my fabulous creative sewing center all ready for my fabulous shoppers!
See that little dish by my sewing machine? That is an ash tray. It was my Dad's, one that he got when we lived as a family in England. It is lined with some names of different hotels, and I use it every time I sew. The needles I pull out from my sewing project go in that little white dish. It's a funny way that I remeber my Dad, and make him still a part of my life.
This is my first post for a my new weekly posting of market monday. I want to introduce you to some of the fabrics, booths, and wonderful inspiration that is Quilt Market. 
First I would like to introduce you to Lizzy of Lizzy House. Her new line of fabric is called 1001 Peeps by Andover Fabrics. Isn't that a fun quilt behind her, it looks like dancing starfish! She had such a welcoming booth, perfectly mirroring the theme of her fabrics.
It's all very Moroccan and Moorish. Lovely color ways and just whimsical! It reminds me of my favorite ride at Disneyland, It's a Small World. And I am just killing myself (not really) for not taking more pictures of her booth. Lizzy was the sweetest girl to meet! As was everyone at QM. You just can't help but be inspired by her.
But one thing that is not changing is my love for thrifting. I found this little tin at a favorite place of mine in Auburn. When I go there I tell my hub that I am going to see Mr. Paul, my boyfriend. The kids know this too! But I suspect that Mr. Paul would blush if I told him of any of this!
But I found this tin at his shop. It has no lid, but just wonderful illustrations all the way around the sides.
Here is the tin bottom. Mrs. Leland's Master Kitchen, Chicago, 1958. Isn't it all just so sweet! I bet she made some tasty treats too!
And the fabric print is very tiny too and faded in a few places. I am waiting for a warm day to wash it gently in my big tub. And let it air dry inside out of the way of direct sunlight. I think I will bring it to my next Modern Quilt Guild meeting and show it to the girls there too.
Now you can share your thrifty adventures with Stacey and I here too. Just grab our button and add it to your posting or sidebar when you do. Thanks!
pocket tissue holder
So in honor of my close friend, the tissue, I wanted to share a few online tutorials with you. I hope it inspires you to a do a little fun spring sewing.
ruffled tissue holder
reversable tissue box cover
and an adorable crochet cover
Which cover will you make? I'll share mine with you soon. Maybe even tomorrow, if you behave.
Do you turn on your computer every morning and are still looking at all the royal wedding pictures? I just can't seem to get enough. They just seem so sweet together. For the hugeness of it all, it did seem very personal and intimate. And real. 
My sister made a smaller version of the groom's cake. She saw Oprah talking about it and decided to make it. We laughed that she needed napkins that look like the English flag. Did you have a favorite part of the festivities? 
I was checking through all of my blog stats yesterday when I noticed something new. I was added to a list of Top 25 Mom blogs. Right now I have just 7 votes. With a bunch of blogs ahead of mine. But I thought I would ask you to vote for me any way!
When my family moved, my best friend drew me a picture on this little bit of silk. It says "Katie C. is my best friend". And I have just gotten back in touch with this childhood friend last week. Linda Jo is going to get a giggle when she sees this pillow! I wonder if she is going to remember drawing it for me. 
See the importance of thrift shopping! It truly touches lives :) What did you find this week? Remember to visit Stacey to see her thrifty goodies.
And please visit Domestic Fashionista to say hello to Ashley and read the nice interview she did of me.
baby bib 
reverse side of bib 
A few of my katie jean items were on display for the art show. But this beautiful merino wool rooster was the show stealer for me. It looks like a painting. Such gorgeous vibrant color.
Their next big event is going to be the annual fashion show. It is such a fun day of summer handmade clothing. Saturday, June 4th. Do not miss it!
Until I got to the back of the store. I found three different pieces of vintage fabric! Such a score for me!
There was a time when I declared that I was only going to use vintage fabric. Well, you know that that did not work. Who can not resist all those beautiful new fabrics.
But now I have this new collection to deal with. So this sweet yardage is being cleaned with hot water and Oxy Clean. And I am dreaming of what to make with it. 
Now's your chance to link up here with your recent thrifty find. I just love seeing what you all can't live without! Stop by and visit my thrifty sister Stacey and please add our button to your post or sidebar.
