Along with making fobs I coffee-dyed some more linen. I may try doing a couple more pieces again when I have more time to see if I can get them a little darker. The best way for me is to just do them in the sink and poor the coffee over them. I tried simmering them with grounds, but they turned out a little grey.
My dh is coming home tomorrow for about nine days! He has a trial that he has to testify in from when he arrested someone down here. So they are giving him off for that and his supervisor told him he didn't have to come back until Christmas when he goes on duty as a duty agent. That when they get their cases. And then I'll be going up there with kids for a week on the 29th. :)
Well, not much else going on. Matthew is sick. He's caught a bug of some kind. He's had a fever, coughing and runny nose. I just gave him some tylenol, so hopefully he'll go to sleep soon. The poor thing.
I'll leave you a pic of some of my fobs. I guess I need to put some up for sale, but I just hate to part with any of them. I get so attached! LOL! :) Write later!
Oooo, those fobs look gorgeous!!! I'd have a hard time parting with them, too.
ReplyDeleteI really like how P&P is coming out. What a pretty design!
Pretty fobs! Have a wonderful time with your DH :-).
ReplyDeleteOh - pretty fobs. AND I have something that will cheer you up. I often shop from a website called Fusion Beads and they have a nifty item called Swarovski mixes - packets of 50 4mm bicones in assorted colors. Perfect for creating new fobs and experimenting with new color combos without spending a lot.
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the fobs and fabric. Love the stitching.
ReplyDeleteLove poinsettias and your coffee dyed linen has turned out a lovely natural shade. Really pretty.
ReplyDeleteIF you decide to sell the fobs, let me know - I spied at least one that I'd like if you don't mind shipping to the UK :o)
Your fobs are fabulous. The BRD is progressing so wonderfully. I'm thinking I'm going to have to add it to my stash.
ReplyDeleteYou're making great progress on P&P! And your fobs are gorgeous! That's great that you and your hubby will get to spend time together during the holidays :)
ReplyDeleteI have been unable to get coffee-dyed linen very dark, but can vary the darkness quite easily with tea...I use a 4qt dutch oven filled halfway with water and add a lot of teabags (maybe 12 or more) bring to a boil, turn down to very low and add dampened fabric right to the pot on the stove. Watch carefully because the fabric will dye pretty quickly. You can always pull it out and run it under a little warm water to check it and return to the pot if necessary.
P&P is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI've baked my linen in the oven with coffee and coffee grounds. I'll try anything! LOL!
Thos fobs look so pretty. Love your progress too on P&P.
ReplyDeleteYou've certainly got this coffee-dyeing down to a fine art. The colours look super. Great progress on P&P.
ReplyDeleteCoffee dyed linen colors are wonderful, this is something I have always wanted to try but worried about it destroying the fabric in years to come.. anyone know and can post. Your P&P is so beautiful, and the right touch for the season
ReplyDeleteYour fobs are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteYay for having your DH home for 9 days! I hope you have a wonderful break together!!
Nice progress on P&P, it is looking lovely. Your fobs look great too. Hope Matthew is feeling better soon so you can all enjoy the holidays.
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Coffee-dyed linen fabric is great!!
ReplyDeleteAnd prteey fobs.Did you make all?
I wish that Matthew becomes energetic early.
I'm so pleased you parted with one and sent it to me!! I love my fob! Thank you so much, Nicole. I've used it all day today stitching. What a dyeing tear you've been on, as well. The coffee colors look wonderful. Have you tried dyeing with onion or some veggie greens? Might get some pretty colors there...
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Deb
Your WIP looks great, it's a beautiful design! I just love your fobs, they look wonderful :)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous fobs! Your stitching is coming along well to. Have a great time with DH.
ReplyDeleteThose fobs are just stunning! I can see how they have distracted you from stitching:)
ReplyDeleteThe fobs are beautiful! Have a good time with your DH!
ReplyDeleteThe fobs are divine and I must stop reading your blog-everytime I see your poinsettia and pines-I think I need to get that-LOL It's so pretty! I hope Matthew feels better and you and your DH have a great holiday!
ReplyDeleteWell if you are putting them up for sale, I will buy some! Or if you do custom orders? *giggle*
ReplyDeleteDon't we all love the sparkle, especially this time of year :)
Wishing you and your family a happy holiday season!
P&P is lovely!! got to add that to my list of wants lol :)
ReplyDeleteand you know I love your fobs .. cause I have one of them! when you get ready to part with a few more .. let me know!
Oh the fobs are gorgeous! No wonder you can't part with them. P&P is really looking lovely and I love your coffee-dyed fabric, very pretty!
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