Mimi Sue's Cottage

A home is much more than a house built of lumber, brick, or stone. A home is made of love, sacrifice, and respect. We are responsible for the homes we build. We must build wisely, for eternity is not a short voyage. There will be calm and wind, sunlight and shadows, joy and sorrow. But if we really try, our home can be a bit of heaven here on earth. Thomas S Monson







Thursday, March 11, 2010

Bunny Penny Rugs

I've been wanting to learn how to applique wool for a long time. I'm such a visual learner and I do so much better if I can watch someone rather than read a pattern. So when Joy posted about teaching a class I jumped at the chance. There were six of us taking the class, and we had so much fun. Joy has a beautiful home and many many talents. She was a wonderful, patient teacher.


She had lovely refreshments and a good time was had by all. Joy had a blog, Joy's Thoughts and Things for a year, but has decided to go private. So sad, she always had the best creative posts. We'll miss you Joy!

I had my camera in my purse but I didn't take one single picture. Bad blogger, Mimi Sue.
Now I have so many ideas bouncing around in my head. I can't wait for my next project. As soon as we're finished with this...



17 comments:

Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said...

Your rug turned out so adorable!! Love the center egg! Thanks for sharing!

GRAMS said...

Show off! I haven't even had a chance yet to look at mine. Your basement is coming along. Can't wait to see it finished.

Julie Harward said...

I am like you, a visual learner. Love the rug, so cute and the basement is looking good! Come say hi :D

Scrap for Joy said...

Oooo-lovin the chocolate bunnies! Your rug just makes me smile.I'm a visual learner...please don't give me a book of written instructions..doesn't compute.
Joyce

Just a bed of roses said...

chocolate bunny rug..adore it!
How fun to learn, know you'll be cranking out some more designs after doing this one.

Baseboards Mimi?

★Carol★ said...

I love your Bunny Rug! Now that you know how to make them, the sky's the limit!

Brenda said...

Hello dear friend!

Your bunny rig is adorable! Thanks for sharing! Wishing you a warm productive happy and creative day!

Thanks for visiting.

Brenda said...

Sorry, I meant to say Bunny RUG.

Annie said...

It is so cute!

Unknown said...

It's really wonderful, Sue! What a great way to make a new design, with girlfriends and spring for inspiration!

Donna said...

Your bunny rug is so cute, Mimi. Sounds like you had a good time learning with friends.

Hugs,
Donna

Brenda Pruitt said...

I have always had a soft spot in my heart for penny rugs. But never got around to making one. I'm looking forward to seeing these!
Brenda

Simple Home said...

What a sweet little penny rug. I'm a visual learner too. Good luck on those baseboards.
Blessings,
Marcia

cindy-stitches-n-stuff.blogspot.com said...

I love your rug. And how fun to get together to learn how to do it. I'm jealous, Are you going to have your room finished for you visitors?

Have a great day

cindy@stitches

Sweet Cottage Dreams said...

This is precious! You did a fantastic job! Sounds like a wonderful day spent with Joy.

Oh boy, you have a huge project at your house. One we need to do, too.

Have a lovely weekend,
Becky

Nanette Merrill said...

Oh. My. Gosh. You'd better nail that down so I can't steal it. It is soooo cute.

Nola said...

Your bunny rug is precious! How lucky to find a class. Not only is it easier to learn, it's much more fun!