September 17, 2018
My Penned Pals are going to be on FLANNEL! Perfect for Fall weather. I’ve been holding off on sharing this new group during the summer months because it was so hot outside and it just didn’t feel right sharing warm, cozy flannel fabric during hot, humid Summer. Plus, the shipping date wasn’t until October. But, now that it’s September, the timing seems good. This fabric group is pretty huge. I added three new designs: bunnies, crosses, and kitties. My favorite thing about this release is that there are so many colors for you to choose from: pink, yellow, mint, blue, gray, black and white. There’s something for everyone. To read about the cotton Penned Pals, head here: Part 1 and Part 2 . I see lots of flannel lounge bottoms in my future.
posted by kelle at 7:09 am
September 10, 2018
Thank you so much for your sweet comments and the support for my new online shop! In celebration of the new shop, I’m having a pop-up event at the kids’ store, Arcade on Saturday, September 15th from noon until 4:00 pm. First up, this store is the cutest! I shop at the Arcade and consider this store to be one of my favorites in Nashville. So, it’s a honor that I’ll be able to be there. I’m going to have my art prints, buttons and some other cute things that aren’t even in the shop yet. I’m also going to have a some of my dolls available for purchase. I’ve gotten request from people that don’t sew that they’d like a doll, so here’s your chance. If you’re in the Nashville area, I hope you’re able to come out. See you then!
Ann Kelle Pop Up at Arcade
Saturday, September 15
noon – 4:00 pm
2106-B Acklen Avenue
Nashville, TN 37212
posted by kelle at 6:09 pm
September 06, 2018
I am so excited to introduce you to the brand new Ann Kelle online shop. (Yay! Cue the confetti!) My new online shop is full of colorful art prints, novelty buttons and more. Many of you have requested art prints and I’m so happy you’ll be able to add these to your space.
This is a new venture for me and I’m a bit nervous. I wanted to thank you for taking the Ann Kelle journey with me – whether you ordered my personalized stationery from Tiny Prints, sewed with my fabric or shopped for my stationery in Target way back when. It is sincerely appreciated and I’m so thankful for each of you.. Never in a million years did I dream that I would get to do this every day and call it a job. When I designed these products, I thought of each of you. I’ve had the honor of meeting some pretty incredible people. You probably didn’t know it but you inspire me. So, this new shop was inspired by all of my favorite photographers, entrepreneurs, mom friends, college friends, fabric friends, businesswomen, small shop owners, seamstresses, risk takers, outside of the box thinkers, culinary artists, bloggers, and so many more. This is for you.
I’ll be updating the shop with new prints and products often. Some items will forever go into retirement, so get them while they’re available! And because I’m a small business (and super nervous about this new path!), there are limited quantities, so shop NOW! I’d LOVE to hear your feedback and what else you’d like to see.
(photos by Kelle)
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posted by kelle at 3:09 pm
July 02, 2018
My I-Spy panels are in stores now. And it’s been a treat seeing all of the things being made with the panels. I was tagged by Beth Tobin on Instagram to see the adorable playmat she made for her grand baby using my I-Spy panel. She used For the Love of Fabric’s Bliss PDF Quilt Pattern, with a few modifications (listed below). It turned out so ADORABLE that I had to have one myself. For the back, we used Shannon Fabric’s Cuddle dimple fabric in canary yellow. It makes it extra soft. Find links to the pattern and fabric information below. Happy Sewing!
Pattern: For the Love of Fabric’s Bliss PDF Quilt Pattern
Fabric: I Spy Panel, Cuddle dimple fabric in canary yellow and coordinating fabrics
Modifications: Beth used 3.5 inch squares for the I spy blocks and cut the squares for the half square ones at 4″ and trimmed down to 3.5 once sewn.
(photos by Kelle)
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posted by kelle at 7:07 am
June 05, 2018
Kick off the summer with a new desktop wallpaper. Free links to the download below!
Download Lines (Yellow) HERE (for personal use only)
Download Lines (Green) HERE (for personal use only)
(artwork by Ann Kelle / Copyright 2017 / for personal use only)
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posted by kelle at 7:06 am
May 21, 2018
Hello, Summer! My friends over at The Children’s Corner have the cutest patterns. I was in their store and saw this adorable romper sewing pattern, The Bailey. I think the best part is the ruffles on the back. We made it using my “streamers” fabric print from my Girl Friends (party theme) collection. It’s a great summer sewing pattern for girls and boys. Shop the pattern here.
(photos by Kelle)
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posted by kelle at 1:05 pm
February 26, 2018
Come Spring come! It’s February and it’s been in the 60s and higher here in Nashville for the past two weeks. (On Friday, it was 80 degrees!!!) Anyhow, I’m over the moon about the warmer temps. I found a bunch of coloring sheets that I forgot to share from last year. (Oops!) So, here’s the first of many to come. Enjoy!
Ann Kelle Flower Coloring Sheet (for personal use only!)
(photo by Kelle)
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posted by kelle at 8:02 am
February 12, 2018
I spy with my little eye a new fabric panel. Did you ever play “I Spy” as a child? Well, we made a fabric panel full of Ann Kelle art for you to play this classic game with your kiddos. The panel come in two colors. Both are really cute! The panels ship to stores March 2018.
Also, take a peek at AMAZING I Spy Economy Black quilt designed by Erica Jackman of Kitchen Table Quilting. This free pattern will be available for download in March 2018. (Update: Here is the link to this free quilt pattern.)
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posted by kelle at 7:02 am
February 05, 2018
I was in the grocery store recently and cruised down the Valentine’s aisle. I was secretly looking for my favorite heart shaped Sweet Heart candies. I didn’t find the candies, but did find some heart shaped mazes and glasses. I thought it would be fun to design some free printable Valentine’s cards for kiddos (or maybe yourself!) to pass out. When designing the cards, I designed with my nine year old self in mind. As a kid, I did NOT like the mushy Valentine’s Day cards. So, these cards are no-mush child approved. I made a two FREE printable valentine’s cards, which you can find below. They’re suitable for both girls and boys. If you download them, I’d LOVE to see them in use. You can use the hashtag #annkelle on social media.
Find the free Valentine’s Day Card below:
Bright Days Area Ahead
Have An Amazing Day
(photos by Kelle)
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posted by kelle at 7:02 am
February 01, 2018
There’s something extra special about a double-breasted coat, wouldn’t you say? They get me everytime. The Children’s Corner is a local children’s fabric stores here in Nashville, Tennessee. Not only do they have the sweetest fabrics, but they also have some ridiculously cute sewing patterns for children. Using their Tate sewing pattern, we made a jacket using my owls from my Penned Pals fabric collection. We used red buttons to add a splash of color. This preppy jacket can be made for girls or boys, with different length options. Shop the pattern here.
(photos by Kelle)
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posted by kelle at 7:02 am
January 23, 2018
This year we’re releasing Ann Kelle fabric two pillow panels. There’s an Urban Zoologie pillow panel and a “This and That” pillow panel. Both are super fun and would be so cute in a space looking for a little playfulness. These ship to stores March 2018.
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posted by kelle at 8:01 am
January 16, 2018
Three cheers for more minis! In addition to the new colors of the regular sized Urban Zoologie critters, we’re also re-releasing a handful of the minis in new colors. Fun! These ship to stores March 2018.
Above is an example of the regular size versus minis.
(photos by Kelle)
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posted by kelle at 8:01 am
January 09, 2018
Happy 2018! I hope the new year is off to a great start for you! I have several new fabric collections in 2018. (Yay!) First up, we’re re-releasing some of your favorite Urban Zoologie fabrics (including minis) in new, fresh colors. There are a total of 8 fabrics. They ship to stores in March 2018. Take a peak below.
(photos by Kelle)
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posted by kelle at 7:01 am
December 25, 2017
Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! xoxo, Kelle + The Girl Friends
posted by kelle at 8:12 am
November 14, 2017
I have a free lion rattle sewing tutorial to share with you today. We used Penned Pals lions as the inspiration, adorned with ribbons all around his little head. He turned out so sweet! Find the free sewing tutorial below.
(photos by Kelle)
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posted by kelle at 8:11 am
November 07, 2017
There’s always a reason for a celebration. Whether it’s celebrating a birthday, milestone or just surviving the week! I made a bunch of colorful printable party hats and horn to accompany your next party. They come if all sorts of colors! Find the links to the printables below.
Printable Party Hats Instructions:
- Download the printable party hats here.
- Print party hats on card stock paper
- Cut out party hats
- Fold flap along the line and secure with adhesive to other side of party hat
- Add a yarn pom pom to the top using an adhesive
Printable Party Horns Supplies:
- Print out party horns and cut out. Fold tissue paper and cut a block approximately 4.2 inches wide (same width of the bottom of the party horn).
- Cut fringe out of tissue paper. I left a small section on the top of the tissue paper un-fringed.
- Place party horn cutout on top of fringed tissue paper
- Tape or glue tissue paper to party horn
- Trim excess tissue paper from horn around the sides.
- Roll paper and glue horn closed. Take store bought party horn and place printable horn in plastic horn section.
(photos by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 8:11 am
October 24, 2017
Today I’m sharing with you another one of Puperita’s patterns. (She has so many good sewing patterns!). For this romper, we used the Pitter Romper. The fabric is my Urban Zoologie minis lined with Kona solids. It’s such a fun romper! Would it be too much to try to make this in my size? Yeah, probably;) Head here to see some more of Puperita’s patterns. So much goodness!
(photos by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 8:10 am
October 17, 2017
We made this adorable doll house pillow using Cakies‘ pattern on A Beautiful Mess. (We adapted the pattern a bit. You can find all the details below.) This pillow is awesome! It’s a pillow + doll house. We used my new Penned Pals and Kona cottons. So.much.fun!
(all photos by Mary Craven Photography, except for 3, 4 and 6)
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posted by kelle at 8:10 am
October 10, 2017
A mermaid tail is included in one of the Girl Friends Doll Sewing Panel. (It’s Kat’s accessory.) However, one thing I noticed at the doll photo shoot is that the girl models LOVED the mermaid tail. . . like, they all wanted the mermaid. So, I figured I better make a mermaid tail for all the girl dolls. We used my Remix fabric prints for all the tails. You can find the free mermaid pattern below with sewing instructions.
Mermaid Tail:
- Download the mermaid tail pattern.
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Cut out 2 mirror images of the mermaid tail shape (one for the front and one for the back) with pinking shears.
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Place the 2 pieces right sides together and pin.
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Using a 1/4″ seam allowance, sew the pieces together along the side seam starting at the top. Sew down one side and along the fin, but stop half-way back up the other side.
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Fold the top edge over 1/2″ with wrong sides of fabric together. Press. This will be the casing for the elastic waistband.
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Sew the casing in place with a 1/8″ seam, being sure to leave both ends of the casing open.
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Cut a 5″ piece of 1/4″ elastic.
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Attach a small safety pin to one end of the elastic and feed the pin through the waistband casing. When the free end of the elastic is even with the open end of the casing, sew across the end to secure the elastic. Pull the safety pin out the open end of the casing, hold the elastic in place, remove the pin, and sew across the end of the casing to secure the elastic.
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Match the remaining unstitched side seam and waistband with right sides together. Pin, if needed, and sew the rest of the side seam up to the top using a 1/4″ seam allowance.
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Clip curves and corners. Turn right size out. Pull tail onto doll over legs for magical mermaid transformation.
(photos 2 and 4 by Mary Craven Photography / photos 1, 3, 5 by Kelle)
posted by kelle at 7:10 am
October 05, 2017
Hey, jelly bean! How about a colorful sweet design for your computer? Find the links to the free desktop wallpaper below.
Download Jelly Beans (Pink) HERE (for personal use only)
Download Jelly Beans HERE (for personal use only)
(artwork by Ann Kelle / Copyright 2017 / for personal use only)
posted by kelle at 8:10 am
October 03, 2017
When I first saw the fabric samples of my confetti fabric, I knew a party dress needed to be made. But, not just any party dress. A party dress with lots and lots of ruffles. Enter the Lexi Halter Party Dress by Sew Tuti. It’s the perfect party dress. It has an adorable halter top with a full 4 ruffled skirt with big bows in the back. Plus, it’s perfect for twirling. Find the Lexi Halter Party Dress here.
(all photos by Mary Craven Photography, except for photo 2)
posted by kelle at 8:10 am
September 28, 2017
Now that the doll sewing panels are in stores, I thought it would be fun to do a couple of accessory tutorials. When I first started drawing Zoe as a kid, she always wore a tutu. So, I thought it would be only fitting that one of the tutorials would be for a tutu. All the Girl Friends agree;) Find the free tutorial below.
(all photos by Mary Craven Photography, except for 2, 3, and 5)
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posted by kelle at 8:09 am
September 26, 2017
I love creative ideas! And Caroline of Sew Can She is full of them! She made an adorable Washable Coloring Book Pattern with my Penned Pals fabric. Using washable markers, the coloring book can be washed over and over again. Pretty, neat! Find the free pattern here.
(photos via Sew Can She)
posted by kelle at 8:09 am
September 21, 2017
Thank you so much for all your kind comments about the Girl Friends doll sewing panels. I thought I’d do a follow-up post with more specific information regarding the doll panels. Let me know if you have any additional questions.
- Each panel is 1 yard (36 inches)
- There are two panels with four girls each. (A total of 8 girls).
- On each of the panels, there’s a name and description of the girl.
- Sewing instructions are provided for each girl
- The sewn dolls measure approximately 14.5 inches in height. (Depending on their hair style.)
- Each doll has an accessory. (See picture below.)
- There are backs for each girl.
Here’s a few sewing tips for the panels from some of my sewing friends:
(all photos by Kelle)
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