Monday, August 26, 2013

Queen Of Hexies (Not I!!!)

 
Another wonderful blog hop idea from the BLOG HOP QUEEN herself... Madam Samm. This hop has been hosted by Debby, who has done a wonderful job of encouraging us and keeping us all organized!! Thanks ladies for all the work you do!!
 
Okay, on to my project. I have to make a confession here. I chickened out big time with this. I had a big project in mind for this. I even went out and bought all the materials that I would need for it. Then I waited and waited. The hexies scared the 'hex' out of me:) In the mean-time I found a cute little 'cheater' project that I wanted to try out.
 
Found inspiration for this project at THIS blog.
 I really liked this idea, but when I went to check it out on the owners blog, I couldn't read anything on that blog:) I'm not even sure what language that is. So while it looks like the original was made with fabric and sewn on, I really cheated and used felt and glued it on. You can't see it, but the white has glitter in it and it is so cute!!! I did sew up the ornie and added the ribbon.

 
Way too late in the game (like this past weekend) I found another little hexie project that I figured I could give a try. I knew I wouldn't get this one finished in time (actually it'll work for the next blog hop, so I'll be showing off the finished project soon), but I did want to show that I figured out how to make the hexes and that I actually enjoyed doing it. Now to start sewing them together!!! We'll see how that goes:)
 
Thanks for taking a look:)
 
Here is the line-up for the rest of today's bloggers...
 
 

63 comments:

Judy B said...

Your snowmen hexies turned out sew cute! Thank you for sharing.

Marianne said...

Cute ! I know what you mean about chickening out. I did the same thing. I ended up making a quicky project. I think I'll leave the hexies to Geta. the real Hexie q
Queen.

jan said...

Your little snowmen are adorable. And I can't wait to see the other project in the next hop.
Have fun! Don't be hexed!
xo jan

Sandra Kaye said...

So very cute!!! LOL!!! I'm having the same problem with my hexies...I start them and never finish them...sigh...but I do love hexie quilts when they are all done:):) Thanks for sharing:):)

Heleen Groot said...

Your snowmen are really cute! Which is what is important! Quilting (in my eyes) is just another word for "finding the best way to cheat". Or, you could say you have found a new way to create an adorable project! In short, you did really well. I look forward to seeing the finished result in the next hop!

tubakk said...

A sweet little snowman hexie ornament. I totally understand what you're talking about, always finding another project while thinking of the first. Then the other is done, and the first will rest in a plastic bag for a long time. But now you can start it, and take your time.

Mara said...

Good luck in finishing your next project, it looks like it will be a cutie.

Britt-Inger said...

I love your snowmen. They are real cuties. Thanks for sharing

charlotte said...

Your snowmen are cute. We have seen lots of alternative hexie projects this hop, so it's great. Can't wait to see what the other is.

Just Quilt It said...

Cute little snowmen. The original post is in Russian. Isn't it great how we share patterns around the world?

JoyceLM said...

Love your snowmen - thanks for sharing.

Elizabeth Coughlin said...

Your snowmen project is great!

Marjorie's Busy Corner said...

Your snowmen are too cute!! It doesn't matter how you got them...you did. You must share when you finish the last one....

Unknown said...

Your snowmen are adorable....and like you I am not big into hexies but you did good...

Frederika said...

Your snowmen hexies turned out sew cute! Thanks for sharing

Kristen King said...

Hexies can be hexing, but don't give up! Your snowmen are really cute! :)

Carol said...

Love the little snowmen! The sock monkey hexie project should be cute, however it turns out!

StitchinByTheLake said...

Cute snowmen! blessings, marlene

Carol Swift said...

I love those snowmen...too cute! The fabrics in your other hexie project are very nice. Can't wait to see it finished!

sara said...

Very nice your snowmen!!

Heidi [Banks of Frog Creek] said...

Cute snowmen!

Michele T said...

Love those snowmen hexies... so darn cute!!!

Sparky said...

ahhhhh but you still make a cute project....I don't think we ever said you had to have a size or number..soooo you are good..you got one done...

apple blossom said...

love the snowman bag. nice job

Agnes B. Bullock said...

Love your snowmen!

Linda said...

The little snowman bag is adorable.
Can't wait to see what you do with the sock monkey project. I love the colors and fabric!

Pieced Brain Quilt Designs said...

You think fast on your feet! I can't wait to see what this project will look like!

Daryl @ Patchouli Moon Studio said...

Cute snowman and sock monkey fabric will look adorable.

Vickie said...

The snowman bag is super cute !

Betsy said...

Very cute ideas even if you chickened out! I get the "scared the hex out of you" I feel the same way. I can make the hexies, but I'm afraid of commitment ! I don't know what to do! Too many ideas and no commitment makes for a lot of hexies lying around with nothing to do! : )

Beth

Connie Kresin Campbell said...

Cute little snowmen and your next project looks cute too!

Quilter Kathy said...

You are funny Shannon!
Loved your snowpeople project...so fun!

Margaret said...

I love those snowman hexies. Thanks for sharing

Calicojoan said...

I do love those little snowmen. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with. As for chickening out... At least you signed up. I just couldn't make myself!! LOL!

Mary said...

The snowmen is a great idea! Looking forward to seeing your next project.

Lou said...

Adorable Snowmen!!!!
Would never of thought of that!
Great job... can't wait to see what the next project will be:)

Needled Mom said...

I love the snowmen and those sock monkeys are going to be darling.

Teresa in Music City said...

Such cute snowman hexies!!!!

Tami C said...

I like all of your cute little snowmen faces! I'm glad you figured out how to make the hexies. They are great for taking on the go! Thanks for sharing.

Kwilt Krazy said...

You did good! I was a nervous hex, LOL. I don't really like what I made but this did get me to try :)I like your sock monkey fabric too!

Debby said...

Just the cutest little snowmen. What's wrong with a little glue and glitter? Sounds like something I would do. My mantra: Get 'er done! Thanks for sharing your process and pics.

maggie said...

Love the snowmen hexies! Great idea! Thanks for sharing,
cheers
maggie

maggiemine42@gmail.com

Baa. xxx said...

Love your cute hexi snowmen.

Janarama said...

How cute are those snowmen! Can't wait to see your sock monkey project completed.

tink's mom said...

I am very partial to snowmen, yours are sweet. If you didn't fess up to it being a fall back project you could have said it was a small wall hanging. I wouldn't tell.;}

Teatime Creations said...

I agree sometimes it is hard to get motivated for a project. Hexies intimidate me also but I picked out a pattern today I might try. Your monkies will be cute. And I do like the snowmen.

Linda C said...

It offered to translate from Russian on Chrome browser, LOL. Monkeys will be adorable! Snowmen even more so.

Suze said...

The hexie snowmen are adorable. I love them. Their "carrot" noses just make them and they pop off that bright blue. Oh, I love snowmen and this is no exception. Thanks for participating and sharing. Now, I can hardly wait to see your finished project - what a tease!

Anita said...

Your snowmen are adorable! Looking forward to seeing your finished Monkey project.

Emily C said...

Aww, your snowmen are super cute.

Anita said...

Love your snowmen! Looking forward to seeing your monkey project. Thanks for sharing your creation!

Cathy's Chatter said...

I love the snowmen!!!! How cute. Very clever, thanks for sharing.

cucki said...

Aww I love your cutie snowman too .
Hugs x

Sunshine Girl said...

Its lovely

gpc said...

I was too chicken to even sign up, so you're still a winner in my book! Love the hexie snowmen! :)

Josie McRazie said...

Your snow men are cute as a button! If you go onto a sight and it is in a different language there should be a translate button if you are using Google Chrome. I visit many that have to be translated!

Robin said...

Cute snowmen! I can't wait to see your sock monkey hexies finished. They are so cute!

Sarah said...

The snowmen were a perfect project. Can't wait to see what your sock monkeys become!

Anonymous said...

Hiya Shannon!!! I just LOVE those little snowmen, and my daughter will too. That's her favorite Christmas theme. Can't wait to see your next project. Thanks for sharing. Blessed be, hugs!!! Pam

pamspretties57 at gmail dot com

BizyStitches said...

Love the snowmen. Thanks for sharing with us.

LJ said...

Your little snowmen turned out so cute. Certainly sounds like you've overcome your hexie fear; perfect!

Shannon said...

So cute. I can see a tree covered with those. I am glad you figured it out and have decided you like it. They are so much fun!

Bente-I like to QuiltBlog said...

How funny is that...
gorgeous snowmen hexies!