Wednesday, November 30, 2011

WHO SAYS I CAN COUNT?

A sweet blogging friend called me yesterday. While we were talking, I was doing theses!


This morning before a friend comes over, I wanted to trim them up.

I will not tell you the name I called myself when I snipped off the seam allowance!
Seriously? Again?
Then I noticed that I had turned one of the Santa's faces inside out.....so I went looking for him...low and behold, he was the one I snipped off the seam allowance.
Well.....I had 32 to stitch, see...I told you 28....but sometimes it is good to be wrong because now I have a total of 28. I chose to top stitch mine instead of taking a needle and thread to close the opening.
Here are the fabric measurements I used, it helps to cut the fabric out first. I know most of you know that....

For the Santa's beard - 4 x 4 inch square
Face 1 1/2 " x 4 inches
Hat rim 1 1/2 x 4 inches
Hat 3" x 5"

This makes it go so much faster

You can get the pattern here
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58 comments:

  1. JustCindyNovember 30, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    These are so cute. oops Sounds like something I would do. Have fun with your sewing buddy.

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  2. Jean(ie)November 30, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Sometimes it takes me a few times to get with it. And then sometimes I get sidetracked. Ok... I get sidetracked a lot. LOL!

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  3. BarbNovember 30, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    You are such a busy and productive elf!!
    xx

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  4. TerryNovember 30, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    Been there, done that! At least you ended up with the right number of Santas! :0)

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  5. UnknownNovember 30, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    My you got right back to things! Cute santas!

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  6. MiriNovember 30, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Adorable! LOL! I don't want to tell you how many times I've messed up some paper pieced piece...brilliant idea to just make extras!

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  7. Needled MomNovember 30, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    Oh Barb...those are sooo cute!!!

    A hint....a small strip of stitch witchery ironed into that opening will close the hole without stitching or top stitching.

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  8. Tangos TreasuresNovember 30, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    I love them!!!

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  9. West Michigan QuilterNovember 30, 2011 at 12:11 PM

    You are so funny. I think we've all done things like this. I love those Santas. Thanks for the cutting tip. That helps a lot.

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  10. RoyceNovember 30, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    Well those are just as cute as a button. Did you make the pattern?

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  11. suemacNovember 30, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    The Santas are adorable. What a great idea.

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  12. LindaNovember 30, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    I love these. I made these several years ago. I got my pattern from one of Eleanor Burns Christmas books. So fun and easy to make. I made lots and gave away...I always make ornaments every year. I guess I better get busy cause tomorrow is December! OMG, I can't believe the time has flown and we are already at the end of the year! Have fun with your little Santas!

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  13. RobinLovesQuiltingNovember 30, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Heh. I always make extras at the start of my projects, for exactly that reason. Best-case, you don't need them and can make some other small project, and worst case you can always sub them in.

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  14. JeniNovember 30, 2011 at 3:40 PM

    Barb...wow just great
    think i will be making a few of these santas
    thanks

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  15. Vicki ♥November 30, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    They look great Barb and I am glad that someone else does things like me....Thought I was the only one. lol. Hugs Vicki x

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  16. RhondaNovember 30, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Cute Santa.... and you have time. I really need to get myself in gear.

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  17. LesleyNovember 30, 2011 at 6:59 PM

    I love your little Santas...they're precious! Thanks for sharing and supplying the pattern.

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  18. ktquiltsNovember 30, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    Too cute. Love them!!

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  19. Wacky WomanNovember 30, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    Oh gosh those are very cute.

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  20. SewCalGalNovember 30, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    I'm very impressed you could work on these and talk on the phone. Looks like a minor challenge to me, as all of these Santas look so darn cute. Just delightful.

    SewCalGal
    www.sewcalgal.blogspot.com

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  21. Esther AliuDecember 1, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    Aren't these the cutest things??! They look great.

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  22. JeanneDecember 2, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    These are really cute. Thanks for sharing.

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  23. PinwheelDecember 3, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    They look great Barb! With your consent I could add your photo of the 28 and the advice on fabric sizes to the original Pinwheel Ponders page. I know from experience that when one is making more than one or two of something all time savers can make a project more enjoyable.

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  24. AnnieDecember 8, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Wow, aren't them guys cute! Great tut, Barb!

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  25. Mercedes Ortiz quilterDecember 8, 2011 at 12:07 PM

    Me ha gustado mucho!! te deseo Feliz Navidad y te agradezco que compartas este bonito adorno.

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  26. JoCarolAugust 17, 2016 at 8:12 PM

    I am unable to find the pattern. Can you sent it to me?
    stages@keynet.net

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  27. RaeNovember 13, 2016 at 3:23 PM

    I love these! Can I also have the pattern? I was hoping to make some for gifts.

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  28. AnonymousJanuary 1, 2017 at 10:44 PM

    Would love the pattern??? Thank you!
    Ewbbennett@sbcglibal.ner

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  29. MiriamOctober 29, 2017 at 8:32 AM

    Hello Barb, I would love this pattern but the link to it is broken.. Can you help?
    miriam.rogers@btinternet.com

    Thanks

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    1. CBNovember 12, 2020 at 7:54 AM

      I would love the pattern as well please. The link above does not work. Ty

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  30. CherylNovember 5, 2017 at 12:46 PM

    Very cute, would also love to have the pattern. chiefk3@aol.com. Thank you.

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  31. UnknownNovember 21, 2017 at 12:59 AM

    Your work looks amazing! This is the perfect gift for someone on my list! The link didn’t work, was wondering if you could send me the pattern? the_lilthings@yahoo.com
    Thank you.

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  32. AnonymousDecember 17, 2017 at 1:04 PM

    Do you could send me the pattern? lidiag3@gmail.com
    Thank you

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  33. rhudsonMarch 30, 2018 at 8:02 AM

    I would love to have this pattern also. Making ornaments for our CareCaps Christmas tree and all things need to be sewing related. These are perfect. My email rleehudson@hotmail.com. Thanks. Ruby

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  34. AnonymousApril 6, 2018 at 2:30 PM

    Would like the pattern email nanachute65@yahoo.com. very cute idea to put on Christmas gifts then everyone could hang it on there tree the following year. Thanks!

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  35. AnonymousAugust 2, 2018 at 11:00 AM

    I would like to have this pattern emailed to me at morgancs2003@yahoo.com if at all possible. I am willing to pay for it. Thanks,

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  36. juliekemp986 @aol.comAugust 8, 2018 at 10:45 PM

    Love this. Can you e-mail me the pattern at juliekemp986@aol.com Thank Julie Kemp

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  37. AnonymousSeptember 9, 2018 at 2:33 PM

    These are really cute. Thanks for the cutting size. What is the finished size of Santa? Did I miss it? csdavies12@att.net

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  38. Mary JamborSeptember 17, 2018 at 10:06 PM

    Just discovered your blog. Love the little santa.ornament. Can't find the pattern. Would you be able to email me a copy of your pattern. Thanks mary.jambor@att.net






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  39. DagmarOctober 9, 2018 at 2:57 PM

    They are too cute. Sorry but somehow I can not find the pattern. Would you be able to help, please? Dagmarkb@gmail.com
    Thanks

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  40. AnonymousNovember 11, 2018 at 11:02 AM

    These are so cute!!! Would like to make these for my office tree but can’t find the pattern. Would you email me the pattern,please, Geri.lee@comcast.net. Thank you!!!!

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  41. AnonymousDecember 30, 2018 at 10:27 PM

    Adorable! Great way to use up scraps & thanks for sharing your measurements & woes of sewing... we've all been there

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  42. UnknownJanuary 15, 2019 at 1:56 AM

    I love these Santa decorations and would love to make about 30 for a staff Christmas party in 2019 that I am hosting. I must be mad. I would love to get started now. I have all my supplies from the christmas sales but unfortunately I can not find the pattern. I seem to go around in every increasing circles. Would you be so kind as to email me a copy. Many thanks Rhoda

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  43. AnonymousMay 25, 2019 at 7:52 PM

    I have tried everywhere to get this pattern. The book is not available in New Zealand and I did find a copy in a USA but they do not post to NZ.
    Anyway you can help....they are adorable.

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  44. KraftyvadaDecember 20, 2019 at 5:40 PM

    So cute! I too would like pattern! krafty_vada@yahoo.com.

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  45. AnonymousJanuary 4, 2020 at 10:28 AM

    Just discovered your blog. Love the Santa ornament ! Could you please send me the pattern?
    ksubig8@gmail.com.
    Thank you!

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  46. Charlene SOctober 29, 2020 at 1:53 AM

    Just discovered your blog. The link for your adorable Santa link is broken. Is there anyway to get the pattern.
    Charlene7104@Comcast.net

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  47. MaunzerleNovember 7, 2020 at 9:51 AM

    Oh so nice pattern. Can i get the pattern pleace? Raphaelafaller@gmx.de thanks

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  48. Linda BickDecember 5, 2020 at 5:38 PM

    Hi Barb, I too would love the pattern, can you email me? Thank you

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  49. UnknownDecember 22, 2020 at 9:18 PM

    These little Santa's are adorable! I also have been searching for the pattern wth no success. Would it be possible to get the pattern from you? Thank you!

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  50. Becky RobertsonDecember 26, 2020 at 10:03 AM

    These are too cute! I would love the pattern, email is
    onefoxynurse1959@yahoo.com

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  51. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2021 at 11:45 AM

    Just saw the Santa. Can't find the pattern. Can you email it or give me another place to find the pattern.

    Email: dsrumely@frontiernet.net

    Thank you

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  52. Santa QuilterJuly 21, 2021 at 11:56 AM

    Where can I find the pattern? If it’s not on a website please email it to me. The Santa is darling!
    Email: ddaniel3389@gmail.com

    Thank you so much!

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  53. Santa QuilterJuly 21, 2021 at 11:56 AM

    Like the others before me, I found these Santas very cute and would like the pattern. Is there a website I can find it? If not please email me the pattern at: ddaniel3389@gmail.com. Thank you so much!

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  54. Santa QuilterJuly 21, 2021 at 11:56 AM

    Like the others before me, I found these Santas very cute and would like the pattern. Is there a website I can find it? If not please email me the pattern at: ddaniel3389@gmail.com. Thank you so much!

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  55. UnknownNovember 4, 2021 at 12:52 PM

    The link to pattern is broken can you email me the pattern?

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  56. UnknownNovember 23, 2021 at 10:04 AM

    I love this pattern but link doesn't work. Could I have the pattern. Send to karmasmom3893742@aol.com. Thank you

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  57. UnknownJanuary 29, 2022 at 6:35 PM

    These are so cute! Have searched for days to find a pattern could you please email me a copy? email is dkjohnson4835@gmail.com Hopefully I can find time to get them done for next Christmas!! Thanks so much

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