Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Get A Clue Blog Hop

Get a Clue!  Get a clue and have fun with it!
 
 
Thanks go out to Carol, the host of this great Nancy Drew hop, and to Madame Samm, the Queen of Blog Hops!
 
Didn't we all just love the Nancy Drew mystery series?  As usual, I wasn't going to join another blog hop quite so soon.... but who could resist the new Moda fabric line featuring our heroine, Nancy Drew!?  Well, not me.
 
I enjoyed reading the Nancy Drew mysteries as a child, along with the Hardy Boys mysteries.  Having an older brother meant there were Hardy Boys books readily available and a gal loves a mystery with a happy ending, whether the guys or the girl solves the mystery. 
 
To refresh my memory of Nancy Drew, I picked up one of the ND books at the Goodwill store for $.25.... a great bargain.  I also downloaded (uploaded?) a couple for my ereader from the library.  It was such fun to read them again.  I had forgotten how how different the language was..... how courteous and polite it was.... how formal it was..... and that Nancy Drew was very often seen in white gloves!  Just another era that has sadly slipped away.
 
 
 
So here's my little hanging.  As you can see, I didn't have a clue as to what to make.  A question mark just kept coming to my mind and I decided to just use that as my focal point.

 
 
 
You can't see the quilting very well, but I just went around each book, making them stand out a bit, just like a real stack of books. 

 
 
I have to apologize for making such a simple little project.  After seeing the AMAZING projects done by the other bloggers, mine is quite humble.  Time got away from me and I had to settle on one project.  I have an untouched layer cake of  Nancy Drew fabric that will become a quilt someday.  I really love the entire fabric line and want to use all of the designs in one quilt.

 
 Here's the line up of the bloggers joining me today on this hop.  Give each one of them a visit and get even more clues!  Thanks for hopping with me today!

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Gracie Oliver Arts (Me)

Life In Every Breath

Made By Me In Red

Agnes At That Other Blog

Words and Stitches

Rose Creations

Retired to Quilt

Leslie Tucker Jenison

Feathered Nest Studio
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71 comments:

  1. VickieMarch 13, 2013 at 12:08 AM

    Gracie, I think ? is what kept coming to my mind too. I like your hanging VERY much ! Good job Girl !

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  2. AmyMarch 13, 2013 at 12:10 AM

    "Simply". Beautiful! I love it. That would make a great pillow design also.

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  3. Judy BMarch 13, 2013 at 12:24 AM

    Love how you did the books and the ? mark on your Nancy Drew table top stand! Thank you for sharing your creation.

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  4. UnknownMarch 13, 2013 at 12:29 AM

    What a fun little project! I think it's just adorable and I love your "?"

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  5. JudithMarch 13, 2013 at 12:41 AM

    Oh my, my hanger sits empty while I am away. Love your ? make and the outline of the books. Thanks for sharing ...Judith, Texas

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  6. CorrieMarch 13, 2013 at 1:46 AM

    I really like how you just focused on the book fabric. The quilting really makes them stand out. Nice!

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  7. JennyMarch 13, 2013 at 2:20 AM

    oh my goodness, such a cute little quilt! I love the addition of the question mark!

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  8. TheresaMarch 13, 2013 at 3:14 AM

    Love the pile of books and your fantastic question mark. You'll have such fun with your layer cake when you get some more time, this fabric has been such a lot of fun to play with.

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  9. Alcea Rosea 31March 13, 2013 at 3:30 AM

    Your mini quilt is lovely, bright and eye catching. There have been so many good ideas on the hop, not just for ND fabric..

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  10. Jenn FisherMarch 13, 2013 at 3:57 AM

    I like the book spine fabric you used--neat to see that! One of my favorites of this fabric line.

    Jenn:)

    www.nancydrewsleuth.com

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    1. JeanieMarch 14, 2013 at 10:29 AM

      Thanks, Jenn! I may have to buy more of the book fabric to make borders on my ND quilt (whenever I get around to making it)! Thanks for visiting!

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  11. Teatime CreationsMarch 13, 2013 at 4:45 AM

    I love your "humble" project. It is sew cute. And the ? is perfect because I am always asking what to sew or read next.

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  12. charlotteMarch 13, 2013 at 5:04 AM

    Your humble project is very cute. Nice job.

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  13. FrederikaMarch 13, 2013 at 5:26 AM

    What a nice idea. Its looking great

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  14. ChiskaMarch 13, 2013 at 5:27 AM

    It's cute!

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  15. Judy Cooper Textile ArtistMarch 13, 2013 at 6:37 AM

    I find that often, simple is best! That's true here. I do like your 'simple' piece.

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  16. MommarockMarch 13, 2013 at 7:22 AM

    I love how the books stand out looking like real books. They really do!

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  17. TammyMarch 13, 2013 at 7:30 AM

    Super cute hanging. The books really do look real.

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  18. StitchinByTheLakeMarch 13, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    Another cute project - my daughter who is a librarian would love this! blessings, marlene

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  19. LindaMarch 13, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    Your "simple little project" is really great! It doesn't have to be complex to get to the point! Great job!

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  20. JuliaPMarch 13, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    Cute little hanging! I have to agree that there have been some amazing projects for this blog hop and it doesn't have to be complex to be amazing!

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  21. UnknownMarch 13, 2013 at 7:44 AM

    Very cute quilt and I think the ? is a great idea.

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  22. CliodanaMarch 13, 2013 at 7:45 AM

    beautiful love the fabric you pic!

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  23. ThearicaMarch 13, 2013 at 7:51 AM

    Now I just love that!

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  24. Marjorie's Busy CornerMarch 13, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    That is just lovely!!

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  25. Nana BMarch 13, 2013 at 8:10 AM

    This is perfect. And I was so glad someone mentioned the Hardy Boys.

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  26. Just Quilt ItMarch 13, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    Oh, the question mark says it all! What book to read? What mystery to solve? Cute project!

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  27. Agnes B. BullockMarch 13, 2013 at 8:18 AM

    This is great- love the question m ark!

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  28. Vicki HMarch 13, 2013 at 8:22 AM

    Cute wall hanging. The books do stand out.

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  29. Sowing StitchesMarch 13, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    :)Love your quilting around the book spines!!!

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  30. krislovesfabricMarch 13, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    That question mark is so fun! I very much enjoy your small project, mine is a bit of a test block mini too!

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  31. SparkyMarch 13, 2013 at 8:42 AM

    Ohhh my word Jeanie...never ever do you make apologies for your project...it was perfectly done and very unique....and I love that you noted how polite ND writing was....which possibly why I so enjoy them to this day....going to finishing school and boarding school well that was the era that girls really acted, looked, talked like sweet girls....lol

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  32. Britt-IngerMarch 13, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    I love your project It is so wonderful. Thanks for sharing

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  33. Linda CMarch 13, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    You need not apologize for the simplicity of your piece as it is perfect. The question mark is an inspired touch. The quilting really DOES make the book titles more dimensional!

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  34. sandraMarch 13, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    I think your project is neat and fun, so thanks for sharing.

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  35. RosaMarch 13, 2013 at 9:38 AM

    Such a beautiful project.thanks for sharing!

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  36. Rebeckah AustinMarch 13, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    Great mini!

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  37. Domestic BlissMarch 13, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    Cute project, and great idea to quilt so that the books look more 3D!

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  38. AnonymousMarch 13, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    Simple, but very cute. Thanks for sharing.

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  39. The Slow QuilterMarch 13, 2013 at 10:08 AM

    That is a nice little quilt hanging, simple and cute.

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  40. Carol SwiftMarch 13, 2013 at 10:09 AM

    That is so not "simple"! I love your table topper and that question mark is just too cute. Thanks for hopping with us!

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  41. sew.darn.quiltMarch 13, 2013 at 10:34 AM

    I think your mini is superb :)Thank you for sharing.

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  42. Scrapbook-ChickADoodleMarch 13, 2013 at 10:52 AM

    Awesome table topper! Love how the stitching makes the books look real. (I'm taking my speaker hiders off and doing that!)
    Thanks for sharing and congrats on being one of the chosen!

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  43. Scrapbook-ChickADoodleMarch 13, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    Awesome table topper! Love how the stitching makes the books look real. (I'm taking my speaker hiders off and doing that!)
    Thanks for sharing and congrats on being one of the chosen!

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  44. Scrapbook-ChickADoodleMarch 13, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    Awesome table topper! Love how the stitching makes the books look real. (I'm taking my speaker hiders off and doing that!)
    Thanks for sharing and congrats on being one of the chosen!

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  45. Scrapbook-ChickADoodleMarch 13, 2013 at 10:53 AM

    Awesome table topper! Love how the stitching makes the books look real. (I'm taking my speaker hiders off and doing that!)
    Thanks for sharing and congrats on being one of the chosen!

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  46. Daryl @ Patchouli Moon StudioMarch 13, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    Looks great as a table topper quilt!

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  47. Kathy HMarch 13, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    I think your table topper looks great. I love making the smaller quilts as well as the bed quilts.

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  48. Needled MomMarch 13, 2013 at 11:23 AM

    You did a great job on your project! I love the question mark.

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  49. GillMarch 13, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    A great little quilt!
    I look forward to seeing what you do with your ND layer cake!
    Thank you for sharing!

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  50. CalicojoanMarch 13, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    What a cute little quiltie. Perfect for over a stack of Drew books!

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  51. MarcyMarch 13, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    I think your little quilt is lovely. It is the perfect size to display.

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  52. Teresa QuiltsMarch 13, 2013 at 12:26 PM

    I love your little quilt. Would be great in a library area of your home, or someone else's home.

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  53. thepiececorpsMarch 13, 2013 at 12:56 PM

    Don't apologize, it's adorable, kinda like "Who knew?"! B-)

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  54. CeciliaMarch 13, 2013 at 1:10 PM

    Cute project! Thanks for sharing.

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  55. Jane's Fabrics and QuiltsMarch 13, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    Do not apologize! It is wonderful and I love the way the books pop! Would look great on your bookcase.

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  56. MoeWestMarch 13, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    I love mini quilts for the table stand and yours looks great!

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  57. LauraMarch 13, 2013 at 5:35 PM

    That is a very cute mini. It would be cute to put out right about the time school begins

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  58. CindyMarch 13, 2013 at 6:14 PM

    Its such a cute mini. Love the question mark!

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  59. apple blossomMarch 13, 2013 at 6:23 PM

    love the mini quilt nice

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  60. janMarch 13, 2013 at 7:56 PM

    ADORABLE!! I really like how the quilting raeally makes the books stand out!! Thank you for sharing!

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  61. LJMarch 13, 2013 at 9:30 PM

    Your project is lovely and I love how life-like the books are. I'd like to walk up and select one to read.

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  62. PattyMarch 13, 2013 at 9:41 PM

    I like your little quilt. Love how you quilted around the books.

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  63. OhioLoriMarch 13, 2013 at 10:05 PM

    I think you did really grrrreat job!! Love that you stitched around the books too.....nice!!

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  64. MarcyMarch 13, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    Such a darling mini quilt! Looks great on the hanger too.

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  65. SallieMarch 13, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    Sew cute! Very creative! Thanks for sharing!

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  66. BizyStitchesMarch 14, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    You might think it is simple, but I really like it and anything that darn cute can't possible be simple. Thanks for sharing.

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  67. TriciaMarch 14, 2013 at 4:20 PM

    Now That is TOOOOO Cute!! I don't think I have seen any other minis here yet and yours is just darling! Prefect for a reading space with a comfy chair. Thank you for sharing it with all of us.

    Sincerely,
    Tricia

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  68. KarrieMarch 14, 2013 at 11:57 PM

    I really like it! It's really cute :)

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  69. Susan @ Blackberry CreekMarch 15, 2013 at 12:09 PM

    Very cute.

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  70. SuzeMarch 15, 2013 at 11:59 PM

    There is never any need for you to apologize for your project in any way. It is adorable. I like the question mark and how you quilted around each book to make the books pop. It is perfect in your quilt holder. Thanks for the inspiration and I hope you participate in more hops.

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