Once again, the kitties of ThimbleannaLand are here to wish you a Happy Happy New Year! They’re looking a little like they have a hangover from the New Year’s Eve celebrations, but rest assured, we run an alcohol-free kitty hotel around here.
Can you believe it??? 2015??? Wow. We joke about how the weeks and months fly by and now, the years are flying by too! I’m pretty happy to kick 2014 out the door — it wasn’t a spectacular year. We all managed to survive, and I’m really grateful for that, but, I’m hoping that 2015 will be a lot more fun.
It’s been really busy around here these last few days, but I managed to have a little look back on the blog. It wasn’t a great year project-wise — especially when I see some of you over-achievers out there who have a bajillion quilts done in a year. My pace is definitely more like a turtle, but that’s ok, I guess. I’ve been doing a lot more hand work — it takes a lot of time but I really, really love it.
The really exciting part about January 1st is that the new Spring/Summer 2015 line of fabric from Liberty of London can finally be listed for sale. They have pretty strict rules about their campaigns — you can’t show or sell the fabric before the date (even though I saw a lot of sneak peeks) and, the killer for me, you can’t sell the fabric on etsy (even though Hello! — there’s lots of Liberty on Etsy!) So, I’ve been busy re-vamping the little Thimbleanna.com shop here on the blog so that I can sell the Liberty that arrived here last week.
It’s a small shipment to start, but Oh. SO. Pretty! It’s all about Alice in Wonderland this spring — have you seen the adorable little print with all of the characters from the story? I love love love it! I only have the gray colorway so far, but it’s a start! I hope you’ll have fun oggling the fabric — and I think you’ll find the prices VERY friendly for Liberty ;-D!
Ok, kids — must run. Time to get back in the kitchen. I hope you’re having a wonderful New Year’s Day. We’re having our traditional New Year’s Day dinner, even though we’re a teeny little crowd here this year. Thanks so much for hanging in there for another year — you guys are THE. BEST. readers anywhere and I can’t even tell you how much your invisible friendship means to me.
I Heart You.
XOXO,
Anna
P.S. I had to add a little human verification checkbox after the comment form. Tech Support wanted me to add some word verification stuff to solve the comments not being forwarded to my email problem, so I compromised with the checkbox. Sorry. It’s pretty quick though — just click on the little box when commenting and be on your way. It really has nothing to do with the problem I’m having, but they’re Tech Support and I’m trying to make them happy. Even though it didn’t solve the problem. ;-8
Happy New Year, Anna. Let’s hope it’s a good one!
Oh, and I don’t know how you can say you’re a turtle. Your round the world handsewn quilt top is so amazing and you’ve done all that other stuff too. I say “well done to you!”. :o)
wishing you the happiest of new years Anna xxx
Happy New Year!! Your cats look like they know how to party!! You are really tempting me with that very pretty Liberty fabric…
Happy New Year!
Love those kitties!
Oh my those Alice in Wonderland pieces. I don’t think I can pass those by.
Happy New Year Anna!
La-la-la-LIBERTY!!!!!!!!!!!! Oh, sorry. Happy new year your cats are cute you amaze us with what you do bla bla bla. Llliiibbbeeerrrrrtttyyyy! Your prices are so low comparatively speaking, how will I ever choose??? Okay if live to sit and chat but I have some fabric shopping to attend to.
: waves madly
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Happy New Year to you and your family! Wishing and hoping that 2015 brings lots of happiness and no medical dramas for anyone. Your kitties are so cute!
Love love the pics of the cats and the liberty fabric. Happy New Year.
Happy new year Anna!
Hellllo Liberty!! Hoping I can do a drive by sometime next week….maybe Wednesday? I’m in turmoil narrowing down my order!
You had a super year project wise. I agree – good bye 2014 and good riddance.
Here’s to 2015!! Looking forward to it.
the Liberty prints are to die for.!!
Happy new Year Anna! I hope 2015 is fun! The Liberty fabric looks gorgeous. I plan to learn to sew more this year – got to do something with the 7m of fabric I brought back from Japan.
I wouldn’t worry about your blog……mine has been much neglected in the latter half of 2014…a few posts coming up to catch up on travels (Netherlands, Belgium, Sweden, Japan) and crafting endeavours.
Happy New Year to you too, dear Anna! I think you did pretty well last year! Your new Liberty fabrics look really nice, although – do I dare write it – I’m not usually a Liberty fan, at least not for quilting. I do have a couple of very comfy Liberty shirts though.
Happy New Year dearest Anna! You achieved lots in 2014!! Looooove the new Liberty.
Dear me I’ve been so slack and missed your last few posts ( hangs head in shame ) .. this year I’m going to be a good girl :-) . I don’t think you’ve been a turtle at all , just remember some people have a lot more time than others to spend on crafty things and I loved your ski hats .. Happy New Year my friend x
Happy New Year Anna!!! And to the cast of Thimbleanna Land, and of course the kitties. Why do cats always look as if they’re peering down at a lesser species? Anyway, I’m very happy to be your invisible friend.
Happy New Year Anna! You created some beautiful things last year, here’s to a fabulous 2015!
Happy New Year! Wishing you the bet 2015 has to offer! Cheers!
Happy New Year Anna (better late than never right?!)!!
Your cats are so cute and funny. And you are right, they do look a bit hangover :D
The liberty fabrics are soooo beautiful and you have a new online store, looks really good!