Thanksgiving-Famine or Feast

Why does it have to be either one?  Take the middle ground. Most of us tend to overeat during the holidays. Last year, I didn't have any problem with overeating. The heart attack was still fresh on my mind.  I didn't even eat one of my Mother's fresh baked yeast biscuits because I know they are made with solid artery clogging shortening. 

This is my tip for Thanksgiving.  Enjoy the food.  So much of eating is a mind game.  Decide what you are gong to eat and how much ahead of time.  Take small portions.  Eat slowly and savour every bite. Make the smaller portions last a long time.

After the meal, talk someone into going with you on a walk if the weather is good.  Even if it isn't so good, bundle up. Or get out the Wii and bowl.  Plan this ahead of time and stick to your plan.

Remember so much of eating is a mind game.
 

Exercise

Exercise was one of the changes I made in my life.  Lack of it was one thing I feel like contributed to the heart attack.  Thisis also one of the hardest things for me to do consistently. 

Cardiac rehab got me started back in the exercise habit.  My goal is to exercise for 150 minutes per week.  My main exercise is walking.  I walk fast and almost run at times. Hiking is easy and fun for me but I have to talk my husband into going with me. 

I'm not saying the exercise is easy.  It isn't.  It's easier to procrastinate.   I still struggle on how to make it less of a requirement and more fun. 

How To Eat a Delicious Baked Potato (without ingesting too many calories and fat)

So one of the best things to eat is a baked potato but what is a baked potato without butter, cheese and sour cream? 

Here is how I now eat a baked potato-

• Use fat free ranch dressing instead of sour cream or
• Use plain fat free Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
• Use low fat cheese instead of regular.  I read the package label and measure the cheese.
• Use about a teaspoon of olive oil instead of butter.
• Add pepper and/or one of your Mrs. Dash seasonings.
• Another option is to use salsa.

 I used fat free ranch dressing and low fat mozerella on mine. Try it!  It's really good.

I'm just so bursting with ideas for this series on healthier living, it's hard to come up woth some sort of sensible order to present them.

Today I'm going to address sodium intake. I feel that cutting down on salt is extrememely important to healthier living.  I'm not going to advise anyone on how much sodium should be eaten in a day.  I'm just going to tell you how I lowered my salt intake. 

Here are some tips I have come up with to lower sodium intake:
1.  Read labels on foods.  Processed foods have so much salt in them.  I try to buy products that have lower sodium levels.
2.  I make as many foods as I can from scratch and I do not add salt.
3.  There are many canned vegetables that now come prepared with no salt.  I drain many vegetables and wash them before cooking.  Some vegetables obviously cannot be drained or rinsed (i.e. tomatoes and creamed corn) but green beans, kidney bean, black beans, etc. can.

4.  Mrs. Dash, baby!  I have a variety of flavors and use it like salt.  As you can see, I have several bottles beside my stove.
5.   Trader Joe's actually has many products with lower sodium.

I've been successful in cuting my sodium intake.  I now find that foods that are heavily salted just do not appeal to me.     

First Steps I Took To Healthier Living

One of the first things I did after the heart attack was change my eating habits. Your state of mind has to be that it is not a diet, it is a way of life.

Here are some of the things I changed immediately-
1.  I quit eating biscuits.  Bisquits are made with crisco and it is not good for your heart.
2.  I do not eat bacon.  Sometimes I use vegetarian bacon to flavor a recipe that calls for bacon.  Have you noticed that restaurants put bacon on everything?  Ask them to leave it off.
3.  I drastically cut the amount of cheese I eat.  If I make a recipe that calls for cheese, I use fat free cheese or low fat cheese and I carefully measure the amount I am using.  Sometimes you just don't realize how much you are eating.
4.  I eat an apple and a banana everyday.

This is a good starting point.  Stay tuned!

Healthy Living

So about one year ago I had a heart attack.  It was a big surprise.  I guess everyone says that.  I was only 60, about 20 pounds over weight.  It changed my life.

You see, I have grandchildren and children that I would like to spend more time.  Best of all I have the most wonderful husband in the world.  I feel like God is not finished with me and that's why he gave me a second chance.

I'm going to do a series on changes I made to my life so it would be healthier.  I think I can help other people who are not living a very healthy life become healthier and it is not really all that hard!  Well, some of it is.

Collection of products depicting a walk in the woods.

http://www.etsy.com/treasury/NjI5Nzc5OXw5OTQ0MDg3MTY/a-walk-in-the-woods

Rain Messed Up My Photography Day

Finished some postcards today but couldn't photograph them because it was so rainy.  My front porch is my photography studio and it was too wet and kind of cold.  Hopefully I'll get to get some good pictures another day!  Check out my shop HERE.

Customer Testimonials

Thought I'd share some customer testimonials--Check out my shop by clicking HERE!

Beasutifully designed and executed. These postcards make a wonderful little gift for framing or as an upscale alternative to a card. I love them.

WOW... The pics don't do these justice! Beautiful and unique. Thank yoU!
 
Yay! Another beautiful seascape! I don't even have a recipient in mind yet for this one, they're just such a smart idea to have on hand for a very thoughtful, beautiful gift. My cat even gets excited when Linda's packages come since she puts a bouncy ribbon on each postcard that drives her crazy! Thanks again!

Mr Snowman Quilted Fabric Postcard Art Quilt

First snowman of the season. 

What can I do with this quilted fabric postcard?

1. Birthday card for a winter birthday.
2. I'll put a magnet on the back and you have an inexpensive classy gift for your boss to put on their filing cabinet.
3. Mail to a friend who has a thing for snowmen.
4. If you have a covered porch, you could add it to a wreath. 
5. Buy several and use them as a grouping on your mantel for the winter season.

Fall Quilted Fabric Postcards



Fall Mountain Splendor


I'm continuing to work on my fall line of quilted fabric postcards. 

More uses:

1. Take to give to shut ins when you visit. 
2. Great teacher gift.
3. Great boss gift.
4. Remember, you can send it as a card and when received, it can be framed.

So you don't know what a quilted fabric postcard is---

It is-

• A greeting card that can be sent in the mail.      
• A card that can be framed when received.
• A greeting card and a gift.
• A work of art.
• A postcard that can be sent to celebrate a special occasion.

Hope this gives you some ideas.  This is only Part 1.  More to come!  To see some unique quilted fabric potcards, click HERE.

Beach Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard with Vibrant Sky

The sky is the center of attention in this serene scene of the ocean and beach. The dramatic sky is light purple pink andlight aqua. A beach lounge chair is positioned for a good view of the ocean. Handmade quilted landscape postcard art quilt of a beach scene would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves nature, the outdoors and the beach.

Details--
*4” by 6” quilted fabric postcard.
*Satin stitched on the edge with a light aqua thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are light aqua, off white, green, light purple.
*The back is an off white muslin fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. The beauty of the beach is my inspiration.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale click HERE.

Mountain Quilted Fabric Magnet

Refrigerator or file cabinet quilted fabric magnet of the mountains with flowers growing in the foreground. The edge is finished in a raspberry pink thread.

Details
+Can also display on an easel.
+Approximately 3 1/2" by 3" magnet.
+Quilted fabric magnet.
+Very upscale sophisticated refrigerator magnet.
+Great for an office file cabinet.

Great gift for Mother's Day or for Father's Day. Great birthday present for friend, boss or colleague or sweetheart.

See other designs by SewUpscale by clicking HERE.

A walk across the sand dunes alive with sea grass to the beach. Handmade quilted landscape postcard art quilt of a beach scene would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves nature, the outdoors and the beach. Waves are quilted in the sea.

Details--
*4” by 6” quilted fabric postcard
*Satin stitched on the edge with medium blue thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are sky blue, white, driftwood gray and light olive green.
*The back is an off white muslin fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.
Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. The beauty of the beach is my inspiration. This particular scene was at Corolla on the Outer Banks.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

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The frame/easel or other props are for display purposes only.

Send "A Forever Card" card.

A serene scene of the ocean and beach. A beach towel and beach unbrella is near the pier for a good view. Handmade quilted landscape postcard art quilt of a beach scene would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves nature, the outdoors and the beach. Waves are quilted in the sea.
Details--
*4” by 6” quilted fabric postcard
*Satin stitched on the edge with medium blue thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are sky blue, white, dark red.
*The back is an off white muslin fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. The beauty of the beach is my inspiration.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale click here.

Light blue sky accentuates the striking fall colors of rust and orange in this quilted fabric postcard landscape. Inspired by the mountains where I live and looking forward to the autumn change of seasons.

Details--
*5” by 7”
*Satin stitched on the edge with a varigated brown green thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are orange,rust,green,tan, gray and light blue.
*The back is white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Making these quilted fabric postcards is a multi step process. Each piece of fabric is individually cut and placed, then quilted to achieve the effect. Most postcards have 5 or more different fabrics and several different colors of thead.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening. Group several together for a stunning display.

Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale, click here.



View from the top of the lighthouse



This summer has flown by. Spent some time with my sweet 10 year old granddaughter. Took her to the Outer Banks in North Carolina so she could see the Cape Hatteras Lighthouse. You should have seen her face when we drove up and parked. We climbed the steps to the top and what a view! Because it was very windy, we were the next to the last group allowed to go to the top.

Spent some time getting to know my younger son's soon to be step children. They are precious and have made great friends with their new cousin.

Three cousins

Mountain Made in the Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville is now carrying my mountain quilted fabric postcard art quilts. Since they are selling very well, I have not had much time to add new products to my Etsy shop.

Cape Hatteras Lighthouse

Hopefully I can make some new postcards featuring the lighthouses on the Outer Banks and maybe some of the coast.  Stay tuned. 

Pikes Peak Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

Pikes Peak is one of the most awesome mountains peaks. This is a 5" by 7" quilted fabric postcard of Pikes Peak as seen from the Garden of the Gods Visitor Center in Colorado Springs. The last picture is the photo I used to make the postcard.

Details-
*5" by 7" quilted fabric postcard
*The edge is finished in a light olive green thread.
*Colors are rust, light olive green, blue, light gray, and white.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.
*Included is a clear mailer.
*The back is a barely blue fabric that can be written on with a fine line permanent pen.
*Created by cutting layers pf fabric and then quilting each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Inspired by the beauty of the ocean.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Group several together to make a stunning display. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

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Three Palm Trees Sascape Quilted Fabric Postcard

A serene scene of an island in the ocean. Handmade quilted landscape postcard art quilt of a beach scene would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves nature, the outdoors and the beach. Waves are quilted in the sea. The scene captures an island and three palm trees.

Details--
*4” by 6” quilted fabric postcard
*Decorative stitch on the edge adds a whimsical effect.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are sky blue, white and off white and light spring green.
*The back is an barely blue fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Inspired by the beauty of the ocean.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Group several together to make a stunning display. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale.

Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

A serene scene of the ocean and beach. A little bit of sea grass is peaking out of the side of the postcard. Handmade quilted landscape postcard art quilt of a beach scene would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves nature, the outdoors and the beach. Waves are quilted in the sea.

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with cool blue thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are sky blue, white and navy blue and moss green.
*The back is a crisp white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. The beauty of the beach is my inspiration.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale.

A winding road through the mountains accentuate this 4" X 6" handmade landscape fabric postcard art quilt of a mountain scene. Trees are quilted in the landscape. Inspired by a photo taken by me at the top of a mountain looking down on the road twistng around to the bottom of the mountain.

Details--
*4” by 6” quilted fabric postcard
*Satin stitched on the edge with a varigated olive green thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are light sky blue, blue gray, medium blue, forest green, and shades of olive green.
*The back is a crisp white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made with much attenion to detail. All my art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. When I first started making the landscape postcards, I did as writers are told so I started out sewing what I am most familiar with and that is the mountains. This particular scene was made from a photo taken by me.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

Big Moon Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

A serene scene of the ocean and beach at night. Handmade quilted landscape postcard art quilt of a beach scene would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves nature, the outdoors and the beach. Waves are quilted in the sea and the stars and big moon light up the night.

Details--
*4” by 6” quilted fabric postcard
*Satin stitched on the edge with medium blue thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are sky blue, white and navy blue.
*The back is a pale blue fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. The beauty of the beach is my inspiration.
Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale.

Sinking Sun Quilted Fabric Postcard Art Quilt

Handmade quilted fabric landscape postcard art quilt of a sunset at the coast. Waves are quilted in the sea. The sun is yellow with pink edge and and several colors of thread to further accentuate the effects of the sun. This postcard was inspired by a photograph taken by me at Coronado on the west coast as the sun set.

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with a copper gold thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are black, gold, charcoal gray, yellow, pink.
*The back is from a crisp white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. The inspiration for this postcard is from a photo taken of the Pacific Ocean.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale.

White Country Church Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard Art Quilt

Cute little white country church with a cross landscape quilted fabric postcard art quilt. Perfect for your country loving friend, for someone who appreciates serene scenes. Great for Sunday School teacher or your pastor. Evergreen trees adorn the landscape and blooming flowers line the edge of the white country church. Bright green grass makes the scene very cheerful.   http://sewupscale.etsy.com/

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with barely blue thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are gray, olive green, red, spring green, shades of pink and sky blue.
*The back is a crisp white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each landscape quilted fabric postcard art quilt is individually made. All landscape quilted fabric postcard art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Sometimes I take a drive in the country (before gas prices skyrocketed!) and just love all the little country churches. Just had to recreate these in fabric.

Send this landscape quilted fabric postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday bridal party gifts. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this landscape quilted fabric postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

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Road to Soliture Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

A fence lines the road along this secluded area of the countryside in this quilted fabric postcard. The only thing that can be seen are the green fields and the mountains and some bright yellow wildflowers growing alongside the road.

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with pale green thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are light sky blue, blue gray, springs green, olive green, celery green and bright yellow.
*The back is a crisp white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Inspired by a ride on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made with much attenion to detail. All my art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Many of the themes come from the things I enjoy doing: hiking, camping, taking a walk and observing nature.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

See other quilted fabric postcards by Sewpscale.

Mountains Galore Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcards

Mountain scene with a lone tree branch handmade landscape quilted fabric postcard. Colors are vanrious shades of green and gray. The sky is a very light blue.
Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with olive green thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are shades of green and gray.
*The back is white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Making these quilted fabric postcards is a multi step process. Each piece of fabric is individually cut and placed, then quilted to achieve the effect. Most postcards have 5 or more different fabrics and several different colors of thead.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening. Group several together for a stunning display.

Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale.

Red Barn and Silo Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

Red barn and silo landscape quilted fabric postcard art quilt. Perfect for your country loving friend or for someone who appreciates serene scenes. A blooming tree adds to the cheerful scene.
Details--

*4” by 6”

*Satin stitched on the edge with dark olive green thread.

*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.

*Colors are gray, silver,several shades of olive green, rusty red, and sky blue.

*The back is a crisp white fabric.

*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each landscape quilted fabric postcard art quilt is individually made. All landscape quilted fabric postcard art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Sometimes I take a drive in the country (before gas prices skyrocketed!) and just love the different styles of the barns. Just had to recreate these in fabric.

Send this landscape quilted fabric postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this landscape quilted fabric postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale.

Send "A Forever Card" card.

Rocky Mountainside Landscape Quilted Fabric postcard

A flowering tree decorates the landscape and flowering bushes are growing in the foreground of this landscape quilted fabric postcard. The mountain is adorned with a rocky outcropping.
The last picture shows how 3 cards could be grouped together and framed.

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with a pale celery green thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are light sky blue, olive green, pink, purple,white, and forest green.
*The back is a crisp white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made with much attenion to detail. All my art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. This particular scene was inspired by the beautiful blooming trees and flowers.
Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale.

Shades of blue, gray and green accentuate this 4" X 6" handmade landscape fabric postcard art quilt of a waterfall cascading down the side of a rocky mountain.
Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with light olive green thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are light sky blue, charcoal gray, and olive green.
*The back is a crisp white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made with much attenion to detail. All my art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Many of the themes come from the things I enjoy doing: hiking, camping, taking a walk and observing nature. This was inspired by a waterfall in Chimney Rock Park in western North Carolina.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale.

Paradise Island Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

A serene scene of the ocean and beach. Can't you just imagine yourself laying on the beach gazing at the ocean? Handmade quilted landscape postcard art quilt of a beach scene would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves nature, the outdoors and the beach. Waves are quilted in the sea. The scene captures an island in the background and a palm tree in the foreground.

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with ice blue thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are sky blue, white and off white and light spring green.
*The back is an barely blue fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Inspired by the beauty of the ocean.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Group several together to make a stunning display. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.
Want to see more creations by Sew Upscale.

Floral Needlepoint Vintage Purse

Burgandy wine colored needlepoint purse has a floral design on both sides. The edge has a coordinating design. The colors in the design are light tan, dark tan, rose pink, red, light green and dark green. Edged in a burgandy piping.


The brass closure on the vintage needlepoint purse is a leaf design and has a chain handle. The interior is lined with a burgandy cotton fabric with a large side pocket.

The vintage needlepoint purse appears to have been lightly used. It is in very good condition. Not sure of the age but I think is from the 1960's. Maybe the 1970's.

Dimensions are 9" tall by 12" at the widest point. The antique brass handle is 9" wide. The bottom is 2" wide.
 
Visitmy Etsy shop for other handmade and vintage items.  I only have a few vintage items but all are very unusual.

Serene Angel Quilted Fabric Postcard

Serene Angel is spreading her wings to everyone so she can spread a calm feeling. This handmade quilted postcard art quilt would make a perfect gift for a Sunday school teacher or other church member. Send to a shut in at your church with a little note on the back. The background is light blue with subtle white clouds. The angel has a gold halo and she has a blue dress trimmed in gold.

Details--
*4" by 6"
*Edge is finished in a decorative stitch from a light blue rayon thread.
*The back is finished with a white fabric.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.
*Colors are light blue, gold, medium blue and white.

I create my quilted art cards with layers of fabric and then complete the art card with quilting. Give a card/gift that lasts forever.

This fabric post card art quilt is a versatile, affordable piece of art. It can be framed, displayed on an easel, or sent in the mail. Use as a tag on a gift. Group several together for a more dramatic effect.

Included is a clear envelope for mailing. The easel/frame is for display purposes only.

See other fabulous quilted fabric postcards by SewUpscale.

Landscape quilted fabric postcard of a serene mountain farm scene. White house has a red door and the red barn is adjacent to the white fence.
Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with spring green thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are dark burgandy red,white, spring green, blue gray, several shades of light olive green.
*The back is a crisp white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. Inspired by a photo taken on a ride through the mountains.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Group several together for a stunning display.

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Eiffel Tower Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

The Eiffel Tower is featured in this 5" X 7" handmade landscape fabric postcard art quilt. Blue fabric makes up the background of the Eiffel Tower. Inspired by a photo taken by by my son, Troy.

Details--
*5” by 7”
*Satin stitched on the edge with barely blue thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are light sky blue andsteel gray.
*The back is a crisp white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made with much attention to detail. All my art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Inspired by a suggestion from a customer and a beautiful photo taken by my son.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

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Shy Angel Quilted Fabric Postcard

Angel is a little on the shy side but good hearted. This handmade quilted postcard art quilt of an angel with a pastel multi colored dress would make a perfect gift for a Sunday school teacher or other church member. Send to a shut in at your church with a little note on the back. The background is light blue and the angel has a halo.
Details
*4" by 6"
*Edge is finished in a thick satin stitch from a light blue rayon thread.
*The back is finished with a barely blue fabric.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.
*Colors are light blue,pastel pink, lilac, and light brown.

I create my quilted art cards with layers of fabric and then complete the art card with quilting. Give a card/gift that lasts forever.

This fabric post card art quilt is a versatile, affordable piece of art. It can be framed, displayed on an easel, or sent in the mail. Use as a tag on a gift. Group several together for a more dramatic effect.

See other fabulous quilted fabric postcards by SewUpscale.

Angel with a Red Dress Quilted Fabric Postcard

This handmade quilted postcard art quilt of an angel with a red dress would make a perfect gift for a Sunday school teacher or other church member. Send to a shut in at your church with a little note on the back. The background is light blue and the angel has a halo.

Details
*4" by 6"
*Edge is finished in a thick satin stitch from a light blue rayon thread.
*The back is finished with a barely blue fabric.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.
*Colors are light blue,burgandy red,white, light brown.

I create my quilted art cards with layers of fabric and then complete the art card with quilting. Give a card/gift that lasts forever.

This fabric post card art quilt is a versatile, affordable piece of art. It can be framed, displayed on an easel, or sent in the mail. Use as a tag on a gift. Group several together for a more dramatic effect.

Included is a clear envelope for mailing. The easel/frame is for display purposes only.

See other fabulous quilted fabric postcards by SewUpscale.

A serene scene of the ocean and beach. Can't you just imagine yourself laying under this pink striped umbrella gazing at the ocean? Handmade quilted landscape postcard art quilt of a beach scene would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves nature, the outdoors and the beach. Waves are quilted in the sea.

Details--

*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with sky blue thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are sky blue, white and off white and light spring green,pink.
*The back is an barely blue fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Inspired by a photo taken on the west coast of California near San Diego.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Group several together to make a stunning display. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

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Send "A Forever Card" card.

Friday, March 25, 2011-This is an article written by Robin (Whimbrella) of the Quiltsy Team about a traveling quilt the Quiltsy Team is making.  SewUpscale participated and made one block.  When finished, the full sized quilt will be for sale in the team shop.  

Block SOUTH-3 of the Sisterhood of the Traveling Quilt Project

Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Morganton, North Carolina is a gateway town to the mountains in the west and the economic centers in the east.

Natural beauty surrounds the area, providing a respite from city life and a great variety of outdoor recreational activities. Living and working in this idyllic place is Linda of SewUpScale, creator of Block SOUTH-3 of the Sisterhood of the Traveling Quilt Project.


Rated the #1 retirement community by Retirement Living magazine, and one of the top 10 places to raise a family by Readers Digest, Morganton has a mix of culture, leisure activities and quality of life that make it a favorite with young and old alike. The city's downtown is filled with clothing stores, restaurants and antique stores.

Pisgah National Forest's eastern borders are west of town. Morganton is half an hour west of Hickory, North Carolina, an hour east of Asheville, North Carolina and an hour and a half north of Charlotte, North Carolina. Morganton's location gives it a great advantage of accesibility, while remaining a bit off the beaten path. Here is a beautiful nature blog about hiking in the area.



from atop Table Rock

 Local wildlife includes bald eagles, falcons, hawks, deer, bears, and turkey. There are four challenging golf courses in the area. The nearby 6,500 acre man-made Lake James provides boating, camping, sailing, skiiing and fishing opportunities. The pristine water from Lake James is the primary source of drinking water for every community along the Catawba River. The Catawba River is famous for trout fishing, rafting, tubing and canoeing pursuits. A 5-mile paved Greenway parallels the Catawba River where joggers, bikers, and walkers can enjoy the natural sites and wildlife. In season, cross country and downhill snow skiing are available less than an hour away in the upper Blue Ridge Mountain elevations near Boone.
The area also supports a strong arts culture, from musicians to painters, potters to scultors. Several arts galleries are located in downtown Morganton. The annual Tour d'Art fine arts show is held there showcasing visual, performing and culinary arts.

Linda has lived her whole life in and near the mountains of eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina. Linda has a special affinity for making things featuring mountain landscapes and outdoor scenes. Currently she concentrates on using a variety of fiber art techniques to make small landscapes within the genre known as fabric postcards.

Like many quilters, Linda has sewn most of her life and made everything from doll clothes to dog collars, and of course, full sized bed quilts. Once she even made a man's suit! Linda loves the challenges of custom work. Check out her shop SewUpScale and consider her for your next creative idea.

Beach Escape Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

A serene scene of the ocean and beach. Can't you just imagine yourself laying on this lounge chair gazing at the ocean? Handmade quilted landscape postcard art quilt of a beach scene would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves nature, the outdoors and the beach. Waves are quilted in the sea.

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with ice blue thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are sky blue, white and off white and light spring green.
*The back is an barely blue fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Inspired by a photo taken on the west coast of California near San Diego.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Group several together to make a stunning display. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

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Secluded log cabin in the mountains handmade landscape quilted fabric postcard. Evergreen trees are appliqued along the mountainside. Another tree is quilted on the hillside. Spring green colors accentuate the landscape. Smoke is coming from the chimney to warm the cool spring evening during the thunderstorm. Flowers are starting to bloom in the foreground.

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with olive green thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are coral, purple, forest green, dark green, spring green, blue, gray and brown.
*The back is white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts by Sew Upscale are different even if it is a similar scene. Making these quilted fabric postcards is a multi step process. Each piece of fabric is individually cut and placed, then quilted to achieve the effect. Most postcards have 5 or more different fabrics and several different colors of thread.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening. Group several together for a stunning display.
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Grand Canyon Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

The Grand Canyon is featured in this 5" X 7" handmade landscape fabric postcard art quilt. A large rock protrudes at the bottom left of the landscape quilted fabric postcard.
Details--
*5” by 7”
*Satin stitched on the edge with charcoal gray thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are light sky blue, steel gray, tan and rust.
*The back is a crisp white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made with much attention to detail. All my art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. After thinking about whether I could capture the Grand Canyon in a fabric quilted postcard, I tried it and this is the result. This particular scene was made from a photo taken by me.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

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The frame/easel or other props are for display purposes only.

Colors of Fall Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

Fall shades of gold, tan, scarlet red and green accentuate this 4" X 6" handmade landscape fabric postcard art quilt of a mountain scene. An evergreen tree and a tall tree adorn the landscape.

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with moss green thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are light sky blue, olive green, dark brown, gold, scarlet red,forest green.
*The back is an off white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made with much attenion to detail. All my art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. This particular scene was inspired by a drive through the mountains when the fall colors are alive.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

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Send "A Forever Card".

Simple Nature Quilted Fabric Postcard

A serene scene of the ocean and beach. Handmade quilted landscape postcard art quilt of a beach scene would make a perfect gift for anyone who loves nature, the outdoors and the beach. Waves are quilted in the sea.

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with creamy white thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are sky blue, white and off white and light olive green.
*The back is an off white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. The beauty of the beach is my inspiration.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Group several together to make a stunning display. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.
This quilted fabric postcard is made by cutting each piece and layering. Each layer is then quilted. Each quilted fabric postcard may have 5 to 8 different pieces of fabric.There may be 3 to 6 different colors of thread in each postcard.

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Shooting Star Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

A handmade landscape quilted fabric postcard of a starry night with one shooting star out shining the rest. Set in the beautiful mountains, the attached shooting star is also handmade (not by me).

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with navy blue thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are light gray, olive green and forest green and touches of coral.
*Shooting star is silver plated.
*The back is an off white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
*Made and stored in a clean air environment.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. When I first started making the landscape postcards, I did as writers are told so I started out sewing what I am most familiar with and that is the mountains. I was inspired by the subtle stars in this sky fabric.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.

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Secluded Log Cabin Landscape Quilted Fabric Postcard

Secluded log cabin in the mountains handmade landscape quilted fabric postcard. Three evergreen trees are appliqued along the mountainside. Another tree is quilted near the log cabin. A rocky path leads to the cabin. The autumn colors of red, green and gold accentuate the landscape. Sewupscale is inspired by serene things and there is nothing more serene than a seclued cabin in the woods.

Details--
*4” by 6”
*Satin stitched on the edge with gold rust colored thread.
*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.
*Colors are red, gold, forest green, dark green, orange, light blue and tan.
*The back is an off white fabric.
*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.
Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made. All art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. Making these quilted fabric postcards is a multi step process. Each piece of fabric is individually cut and placed, then quilted to achieve the effect. Most postcards have 5 or more different fabrics and several different colors of thead.
Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening. Group several together for a stunning display.

A winding road through the mountains accentuate this 5" X 7" handmade landscape fabric postcard art quilt of a mountain scene ade by SewUpscale. Rocks protrude at the bottom of the landscape quilted fabric postcard.

Details--

*5” by 7”

*Satin stitched on the edge with olive green thread.

*Can be mailed in the clear mailer provided.

*Colors are light sky blue, steel gray, medium blue, forest green, and shades of olive green.

*The back is a crisp white fabric.

*Created by using layers of fabric and stitching each layer.

Each quilted fabric postcard is individually made with much attenion to detail. All my art quilts are different even if it is a similar scene. When I first started making the landscape postcards, I did as writers are told so I started out sewing what I am most familiar with and that is the mountains. This particular scene was made from a photo taken by me.

Send this quilted postcard as a greeting card for any occasion: Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, Valentine’s Day, birthday. When it is received, it can be framed or displayed on an easel and kept forever. Send this postcard art quilt to remind a friend of a special outing or evening.