This week was Ingrids birthday week, we had a lunch planned for the day, the balloons were delivered just before lunch, which was very good timing
We had a great lunch, lots of chatting and laughter, but the best was we managed to surprise Ingrid with two birthday cakes. One for eating and the other for keeping.
We got a sewing/Quilting themed cake, it was made by Leanne Rhodes of Leanne's Cakes Geelong and she did a fantastic job making this cake.
The cake had so much beautiful detail
I had sent images to the cake maker of Ingrids favourite fabric line and it was incorporated into the edging around the cake
and also there is one of her favourite designers quilts under the needle.
The machine is polystyrene covered with fondant so should last a long time.Ingrid has a glass dome the cake will be going under at home.
This was the cake for eating with Nicks cheeky message!
I gave Ingrid the One Block Wednesday quilt for her birthday, Jasper moved in for the photo!
This quilt has gone to a very good home!
I also made Ingrid a handbag with fabric left from the quilt, it was a BIG challenge for me, but I did get it finished and then forgot to take a photo!! I had handles go on after this photo.
I also made this project bag with left over bits, it has strips on the back.
I had a finish yesterday
A top made with half square triangles, there was supposed to be a snail trail at one end of the blue triangles but that got lost in the pinning and sewing somewhere. So we have a couple of straight lines going nowhere!
I also made the final foundation pieced block for the Star Quilt that has been underway for years and sadly neglected, the purple piece on the bottom is not straight so some unsewing needs to happen.
These are the blocks so far.
and to finish off here is wee Jasper.
I am off now for a walk and then when back will cut wadding.
Happy stitching.
More photos from Nick.
The happy birthday girl.
A couple of Palmers.
Jill
Nick and his cheeky birthday greeting.
I had to laugh when I saw the dog's name is Jasper. Ingrid's "cake" is awesome and the quilt you made for her is beautiful. I can see she was thrilled. You are an awesome gal!
ReplyDeleteIngrids keeper cake is a show stopper! I was given something similar a few years back & it was a amazing.....I love the photo's of Ingrid wrapped in her quilt...I bet she was 'wrapped' to receive it!
ReplyDeleteWow, that cake is totally fabulous, never seen one like that before, what a wonderful present! And the quilt you made is out of this world, glad Jasper likes it too, he's a cutie. Love all the other crafted bits, too, that handbag is a treasure! Have a great weekend, hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteSuch an amazing cake Sue and lucky Ingrid to be gifted such a beautiful quilt. The bag is fantastic too - I saw it on Ingrids instagram with its handles and it looks great. The stars are lovely. xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a brilliant quilt cake idea. Love it. Your star quilt is amazing. I can't see where it is crooked. Its out of the cupboard so call the blocks done. Such a lovely gift for a special friend....
ReplyDeleteAmazing cakes and wonderful quilts. Ingrid must feel so special!
ReplyDeletestunning cake -what a treasure!! gorgeous quilt for your friend too.
ReplyDeleteI love Ingrid's cake, well, both actually ;) Lovely gifted quilt, and your yellow and blue top is very pretty.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea having two cakes and the one that is for keeping is just lovely... what a clever cake artist. Ingrid would love the special one block quilt also... it's gorgeous.... and lots of other sewing happening....
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Wonderful pics Sue. I must admit - when I first saw Ingrids sewing machine cake on instagram ... I honestly could not believe it was a cake!! It was just so amazing! That cake decorator has done such a stunning job - I would not want to cut into it either. That wee dog is cute. I love the quilt you made for Ingrid too Sue. xx
ReplyDeleteA great celebration for Ingrid's birthday.
ReplyDeleteThe OBW is a beautiful quilt to gift to her with many other presents..
You sure have been busy with your sewing too.
Great cake, and glad you did not have to cut into that one, love the quilt and the bag and the stars will look amazing!
ReplyDeleteI'm always amazed at the artwork put into cakes these days! The quilt would be a great addition to any home. Love all you handiwork!
ReplyDeleteAmazing cakes! So clever! Happy birthday to Ingrid and how lovely to have your One Block Wednesday quilt....it's beautiful! Your star blocks are so stunning! How effective does your half square triangle quilt look! You have been busy Sue. Jasper is a very cute doggie x
ReplyDeleteAmazing cakes! So clever! Happy birthday to Ingrid and how lovely to have your One Block Wednesday quilt....it's beautiful! Your star blocks are so stunning! How effective does your half square triangle quilt look! You have been busy Sue. Jasper is a very cute doggie x
ReplyDeleteMy dear friend Sue, Thankyou so much for the perfect birthday. As you know I’ve had my eye on your OBW quilt for AGES & my wish came true. I cuddle under it every night in bed & keep finding new, delicious fabrics in it! I love how you used the fabrics in the handbag AND the project bag...all constant reminders of your thoughtfulness and friendship. I treasure them all. As for the Singer sewing machine cake, she takes pride of place under a huge cloche & looks wonderful! I still can’t believe how my favourite fabric collection managed to surround the cake! Jasper of course LOVED the entire day too! Big hugs Sue. X
ReplyDeleteWOW that cake is amazing. The birthday girl looks very happy with the gorgeous quilt you gifted her.
ReplyDeleteOh it looks like you and Ingrid have had a wonderful time lately (I'm commenting on two blogposts here!) ...so much sewing.... and topping it off with a wonderful birthday party - the cake is just gorgeous!!! Will it ever be cut into? What a wonderful birthday pressie for her too - the OBW quilt looked like it was truly loved and appreciated.
ReplyDeleteOK, I am sure I missed something. I thought that the red/pink quilt was for Ingrid. In any case she looks insanely happy. Everything look so yummy on that table - I am hungry now. Hope you are doing well, Sue. It is good to see you :-)
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