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Baby Quilts

#2 – Twelve Quilts of Christmas

Oh, what fun it is to . . . think of the beach, warm water and sailing on such cold winter days. Baby Quilt #2 for the Twelve Quilts of Christmas is named Sailing. The blue, green and plaid colors against white reminded me of being on a boat with the wind blowing.

This block pattern is named Pinwheel.  They are so much fun to make and create a lively look. Not only will your sweet baby stay warm wrapped up in this quilt but the design lends itself to an attractive wall hanging.  Also consider these other possibilities: a guest book for a baby shower!  Or, a bath mat (aka knee saver)!  Fold it up a couple times, place under your knees when leaning over the tub to wash up your toddler.

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Alijack Baby Quilt – Sailing

Alijack Baby Quilts are thirty-six inches square and made with 100% cotton batting and fabric. The back plaid is a wonderfully soft seersucker that also has a grey stripe running in it.

Til next time!

Linder

Baby Quilts, Quilts

The Twelve Quilts of Christmas!

Dear Readers,

I am so excited!!!  I’m counting down the days until Christmas with a quilt a day.  Each day until Christmas I’ll post a new quilt. Making these quilts has been so much fun.  As you check back to view the photos you’ll get an idea of the many different patterns that make charming baby quilts. Plus, you’ll get lots of color ideas for your nursery.

This baby quilt is named Candy Land from my Alijack Baby Quilt Collection.  Alijack baby quilts are thirty-six inches square – just the right size to bundle up a newborn or drape over a car seat – to keep your little one toasty warm.  And . . . as baby grows,  the colorful pink, green and yellow “balls” pattern will make this a fun play and learn mat.

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Alijack Baby Quilt – CandyLandCandy Land is made with 100% cotton batting and fabric with a unique woven striped backing fabric that is super soft.

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Alijack Baby Quilt – Candy Land

Til next time!

Linder

 

Toddler Bibs

Acorn Patch bibs almost gone!

After a couple of crafts fairs I  have only a few of the Acorn Patch fall themed bibs left.  Click over to my Etsy store to purchase. Later this week I will share a preview of the Winter Tales holiday themed bibs.

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Porter-Street Tamynick Toddler Bib, Acorn Patch
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Porter Street Lamp Post

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This is my new logo! How do you like it?

My vision of Porter Street is an online Main Street USA . Imagine a street with large sidewalks, street musicians and vendors, sidewalk cafes, a tea room and of course a bookstore with comfy chairs tucked away in corners when you need to browse.

Right now I have my handmade quilted and sewn items for babies.

Soon I hope to invite other craftspersons of all types – cooks & bakers, photographers & videographers, other sewists & needleworkers, ceramicists, paper makers, jewelers, musicians and well. . . craftsperson of all types – to set up shop on this blog.

Come back regularly to see who has joined up and what type of goods or services they offer. Contact me directly if you’d like to “rent” space on this street and be a part of our growing community.

Until next time,  Linder

 

Baby Bibs, Toddler Bibs

Tamynick Baby / Toddler Bib

I am delighted to introduce my latest creation – the Tamynick Bib for toddlers!  This first collection is called the Acorn Patch, designed for fall family meals and Thanksgiving dinner.

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What makes these so special?  They are 100% cotton, fully machine washable and . . .they have a special pocket!  Toddlers love having a place to hold their favorite toy (and yes, stashing food, but the pocket also catches crumbs!) The Tamynick Bib is handmade and quilted and comes in colorful themes. The unique armhold construction ensures the bib will stay put on the front of your active hungry person.

Place your order soon for delivery by Thanksgiving!

Bon Apetit!