Welcome to FAA!

Hi, My name is Cori.

(say "Hi")

I am addicted to fabric.
It's been three days since my last purchase.

It's official, I'm incurable.

I am a hopeless, chronic fabric addict! Have you seen this fabric line from Sweetwater?

It is sew beautiful! I was at Quilt's Etc. preoccupied with a different search with Jane, when suddenly a beam of afternoon sun pierced through the window and landed on this breathtaking collection. I just couldn't take my eyes off of it. This line made me want to make a Fig Tree Quilt for some reason. I started day dreaming while staring at this amazing fabric. I must have been there a while because when I finally woke up, Jane was no where to be found. Without even thinking, I picked it up. I ran my hand across it's lovely, soft surface....and I was hooked. It was instant love, and before I knew what was happening, the lovely Sandra was cutting off pieces for me to take home.

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You know what the funniest thing is about it?

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I HATE YELLOW!!!

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What was I thinking???

I have a whole box of yellow fabric at home, and everytime I try to make something with it, I puke and throw it in the garbage! I am hopeless! Yellow is only fitting for ducks, chicks, and flower centers! It is an accent color, not the main event!

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In my delusion, I made a yellow version of Rosie Tweet.

Not sure where this block is going.....but I have a pretty good idea!

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Tell the truth, is it really as ugly as I think it is?

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What is my problem?

This is a FAA meeting, maybe I can find strength to resist fabric from the pain of others.

Come on........FESS UP!

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Who has a story to share?

Rocks and Sunshine!

First of all... did you see this new banner???

I think Samm has really outdone herself, it is so me!

LOVE IT!

I ran away for a while last week,

We made our way across the new bridge at Hoover Dam!
Can you see the little people walking across it in the upper right corner?

That thing is huge, and quite disappointing because you can't see over the side when driving on it. You have to stop, and drive on the road to the dam, then.... there are these police officers picking and choosing who they will allow to go. So frustrating!!! We were not chosen, so we just took pictures from the dam. Security.....I wish they were allowed to profile, it would save alot of time and headaches for the average citizen!

After a day of driving, we arrived at this great place.

Lots of rocks, just look at the size of some of those amethyst geodes!

They had some the size of my nine year old there - 4 feet high!

I thought these crystals were neat. They are titanium sprayed quartz crystals.

These were a little disturbing.

I know they are stalagmites, from a cave... and it has taken eons for nature to create, makes you wonder which cave is missing these beauties.

But a rock is a rock I guess???

Last of all, these sandstone tables. I thought they were just beautiful.

Like my mother, I like the things that have a little "man" in them, meaning that the things I like most are those that have been worked, and manipulated from it's original state by man into something beautiful.

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It was so warm in Quartzite, 80 degrees, that was too much of a temperature difference! Made me a little sick. But I think that was a good thing. I couldn't shop as much.

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Why do you suppose the guys get such a kick out of taking us women to a place where all we can buy are heavy rocks? Maybe it's because we can only fill our bags with so much. After that you have to drag it to the car, and that's embarrassing!

My first "secret" finish of 2011!

After a year long engagement.....

I am proud to announce the marriage of my couple!

They tied the knot just in time to move permanetly to a new home.

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Happy Birthday MOM!

xxoo
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(Hope she likes it!)

For those of you quilters out there.... I double batted this one just to get this effect.

See how the couple comes to life and looks 3D?

If you want to achieve this effect on your quilt,

use a cotton batting on the bottom (next to the backing fabric) and then put a really thin polyester batting on top, and quilt as desired.

The polyester will create the puffy look, and will also stay puffy after lots of washing.

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I am off for a few days to enjoy some southern sunshine!

Talk to you when I get back,

hope to have lots of pictures to show (especially for you Jo!)

Shhh....it's a secret!

Have you noticed my new banner???

This one is courtesy of that lovely Samm!
She is one talented little lady, and such a sweetheart.

I love it, thanks Samm. XX

She seems to be keeping a little secret of her own about what she is going to do with it,
so I along with you will stay posted to see what she is up to.

It looks as though I am almost ready to show you my first finish this year....

but it's a secret, so shhhh.....

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(it's my mothers birthday present!)

I hope to give you an entire photo of this little project,

but I am still furiously stitching away on it. Gotta hurry....only a few days left!

Meanwhile the girls have been creating some new PINcess pins.

I gotta get to putting them on the website... but until then, if you want them,

you can tell me in the comment box when you order.

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(Still stitching........)

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I have been a little distracted lately, which is why I am so behind,

and in a rush to finish up what I should have been doing.

A little birdy just gave me a new challenge, and man what a challenge for me!

It will be introduced at Quilt Market,

so gotta keep this a secret too!

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Alot of secrets going on lately,

so I thought I would post them all at once.

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I know how you hate secrets, but I just had to let you know,

I really have been busy..... just nothing to show for it right now.

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Last week my youngest was really sick,

so for all of you contest winners....

that is why your packages have not shown up.

Have to let you know that they will go out today.

Thanks for being so patient you lucky gals!

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Now, back to furiously stitching!!!

Wish me luck!

Amazing Winners!

So this is what I came up with for some prizes.
And the winners are.....
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Winner of the pincushion in back with a set of matching PINcess Pins...
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BJ - comment 8
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Winner of the Pretty Pinny Pincushion pattern, kit, and PINcess Pins....
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Rita - comment 14
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Winner of the cherry mug rug (coaster)......
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Nancy - comment 16
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Winner of the cherry pie pincushion and matching PINcess Pins....
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Lynn - comment 33
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Winner of the scissors with strawberry, and red/white pins....
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SandyN - comment 47
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Thank you for playing. Winners will you please contact me
cori@chitterchatterdesigns.com
to claim your prizes.
You quilters really are amazing people, I think you are great!
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Quilters are AMAZING People!

Contest is now closed! Thank you!

Just a quick note to let you know how wonderful you all are!
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You have been so understanding about my stupid BOM email that caused mass confusion
(S0 sorry)
that I have decided that I need to give back to you sweet ladies.
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I feel so blessed to be a part of this business.
You are the greatest customers any business could ever dream of having.
Thank You!
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Because you have been so great, I am going to have a little giveaway, a little surprise of sorts, to you who want to be thrown in the hat.
You give me little surprises every day, and I am really thankful!
So, if you are up for a little surprise, just leave a comment!
I haven't decided what it will be, or how many, but it is sure to be fun!
I will pick a winner(s) on Friday, and reveal what you have won.
Hugs, -Cori

Introducing....

Rosie Tweet!
Time to get started on my new block of the month.
For those of you who signed up for the entire pattern,
your pattern & extra's are off to you in the mail today.

Most of you have been watching this little creation develop right here on this blog...

I thought posting some pictures - close ups - would help with your versions.

This block, along with blocks 2 and 3 are on display at

Quilts Etc.

If you live in my area and would like to sign up for monthly classes starting in February, give them a call.
I believe they will begin sign-ups towards the end of this week.

This store will also be cutting kits for this block, and will be available for around $14 per month.

Thanks to all of you for wishing me a wonderful Christmas Holiday.
It was a much needed break, and a fun vacation with the kids.
I enjoy them so much.

This is a picture of my youngest with his find at the grocery store.....
What an eye he has....*wink, wink*!
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I hope this new year found you all well and happy!
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Happy New Year!!!