Spoilt for choice,,,,,

....but this is the fabric that won in the end!!!!


It was the apron print fabric that signed and sealed the deal for me. I can't wait to get cutting and sewing:-)

A little red, white and blue

I had fun looking at dozens of fabrics at three different stores, plus an online store, and I couldn't settle on anything until this combination came together. I still haven't exactly decided on the apron design yet, but at least I have some color inspiration.

Vintage cherry blossom and polka dots..

I hope my vintage loving girl like this fabric!

Now I just have to cut it out and sew it up!!

Sneak Peak from Oregon

Today I went and wandered Fabric Depot in Portland (the Mecca of fabric lovers on this side of the Mississippi). It's amazing how I THOUGHT I knew what I wanted -- until I saw all of the amazing choices. My poor three year old son had to put up with me putting bolts of one color scheme into the cart, only to return and replace them with palettes of a different color. Finally I settled on these:

I hope my partner is not opposed to orange. To me these fabrics make me think of spring and summer. They are bright and energetic and will hopefully inspire much creativity in the kitchen of the recipient!!

Polka Dot Pretties Partners Emailed

Okey dokey swappers, I finally kicked off my shoes ... sent off all 51 emails yesterday with secret partner information inside.  Please review the message and reply so I know that you are still playing.  I must hear from you by Monday night, 'k?

Happy Easter!