Moda Pillow Talk
Hi Everyone! Welcome to Pillow Talk at Bunny Hill! The creative mind behind “Pillow Talk” is Lissa Alexander the marketing director at Moda! She dreams up things for us to do in her sleep. No wonder she’s calling this “Pillow Talk”! We never know what she’ll dream up next! This time she’s given us questions to answer – like what we do to relax, do we like pajamas, something about us you might not know, do we sew in bed…
…So grab your jammies, your favorite pillow and come on over for some Pillow Talk! Of course you may have to share a bed with Bitsy or Chelsea…
…or, maybe Max, Mooch or Topsy. I’m such an animal lover!
We can’t stay up too late talking because I go to bed early. I get up at 5AM every morning. It’s my favorite time of day and I’ll still be in my jammies. Yep, that’s right I love jammies. See if you can pick out the real Anne Sutton in the photos below…
Did you guess? My husband picked the one on the bottom left. He’s very funny isn’t he?
Lissa asked us to design a pillow for Fall market that “represented us”. It was hard to decide on a pillow because sometimes I’m funny and other times I’m pratical. Funny won and I decided to make a LARGE bunny. Surprise! I made a bunny pillow that my husband could use when I travel. It holds his nose strips and his remote control (both he can never be without). I carried this giant bunny in my luggage all the way to Houston and back. He’s bigger than Bitsy and Chelsea put together.
Chelsea asked my DH to add a few treats to the pocket the next time I travel so she won’t miss me as much! That dog is just so smart!
Today I’m sharing something I love to sew; lavender pillow sachets made with charm squares!
You can stack them to scent your favorite room…
or fill a pretty jar to decorate a special corner…
…or make a few for little Valentine gifts!
Just fill with lavender and decorate with a vintage button.
I love lavender sachets don’t you?
If you’d like to make some sachets yourself you can plug in this cord…
…(if you’re the lucky winner) and iron a package of Lily & Will charm squares with your new Oliso iron!
One of you is going to win this iron can you believe it? It’s my “dream” iron and Oliso has generously donated one for a giveaway! Hop on over to Oliso’s FaceBook page and say thank you! Or, if you’re not on Facebook, visit the Oliso website and watch the video to see this iron in action. Leave a comment on this post telling me why you’d like to win and I’ll announce the lucky winner on Tuesday! Thank you Oliso for making such a wonderful iron! Everyone at Bunny Hill has this iron and we all agree…we love it!
Just a few more questions left to answer…how about “do you sew in bed?” What’s up with that question? How does Lissa think we get everything done! Of course I sew in bed!
“How many nights do you or your spouse spend on the couch?” Lissa obviously hasn’t been to my house. It’s a big O. There’s never any room!
What’s something you might not know about me? I’m going to be a grandmother again! My son Doug and his wonderful wife Elke are expecting their first baby at the end of May and it’s a girl! My new grand-daughter will speak German, English and maybe a little French because Doug and Elke live in Germany. How do you say “I’m so excited” in German?
Hmm…where did I put my IPad? I’m reading such a good book! Pillow Talk is over at Bunny Hill and it’s time to relax.
Be sure and visit these other Moda designers for more Pillow Talk and treats!
February 1st … Aneela Hoey
February 2nd … Blackbird Designs
February 3rd … Brannock and Patek
You’ll find more Pillow Talk tomorrow over at Cottonway! I love everything Bonnie does and so will you!
Have fun!
Anne
979 Comments
Anna
it was hard for me to concentrate on the text cause the gang’s photos were so cute. I would sew in bed also if I had a pink machine!
Carol Munn
It was so much fun reading your blog this morning. I knew your pillow would have something to do with an animal. You are so creative. Love your blog and all your patterns and ideas. The iron looks so neat. It would be a great addition to anyones sewing room. Thanks!
Janet Howse
I’ve heard so many wonderful things about that iron! I would love to win it! I also love your pink featherweight machine. Never thought about sewing with my machine in bed.. hmmmmm.
Janis
Your presentation to answering the questions was so interesting. Kept me reading to know more about you as an artist. The Iron is definitely a good one!
Mary Kastner
The lavender sachets are really sweet and cute. The Oliso iron would be a dream come true for me. My iron sucks and I can’t afford the Oliso I want. Thank you for the opportunity to win.
Mary
Darlene
Love the bunny pillow you made for your hubby. Very cute, indeed.
I’ve heard rave reviews from many about the Oliso iron and would love to own one. My budget is way too tight to purchase one so winning would make me do the bunny hop.
sharO
Love the funky look of the iron. perfect for piecing.
I like the pink sewing machine. …and I’m beginning to like pink again too.
Sandy E
A new iron would be wonderful!! TGIF Looking forward to sewing time tonight. This bo
Tricia L.
Smart irons are the best invention ever and right about now I could use any iron. I might have dropped my iron on the floor this past weekend while quilting…
I love the pillow too. You don’t really grasp how big it is until little Chelsea is next to it.
Julie
Wow – I’d love to win that iron for a few reasons — I’m always searching for the perfect iron, it would make pressing so much easier/quicker, plus it’s just dang cute! Love the color! Thanks for the sachet idea — this will make sweet little Valentine gifts for my friends! Can’t wait for tomorrow to see what Henrietta is up to this month!
Debbie
Gosh, what I could do with a new iron…The bunny pillow is so cute and all your furry babies. Thanks for the giveaway. Happy Red Dress day.
Linda W
Your pillow is adorable and oh, so unique! I love your designs and your sense of humor. If the Oliso iron would make me enjoy using it, it would be such an addition to my life. I have destroyed so many and still hate trying to find a great one. Thanks for this opportunity.
patsy s
I would love to win the Oliso iron, especially if you rate it so highly. I am so tired of trying to find a good iron………..one that doesn’t leak, spit, cut off at just when I need to press that last strip set, or poop out after only a month or two. Your sachets are so pretty in pink. I can almost smell that lavender through the screen.
Patsy in FL
Karen W.
Your rabbit is so cute. We all need a little comfort when we’re alone.
Like me, my iron is aging. I love it, but I know one of these days it won’t work anymore when I turn it on.
The Oliso is such a cheery color. It would make ironing so much fun!
Helle
Great bunny pillow! Congratulations on the new Grandkid. Greetings from Seoul
Angela
You are a hoot! I’d love to win the iron because frankly, I never fork over alot of money on an iron, and it would be great to have a really good one.
Denise in PA
Love those Lavender Sachets – I will have to make some! I would love to win the iron because I am still trying to find the perfect one! My newest one (less than 1 year old) I believe is on the way out – doesn’t want to steam anymore. I’ve tried all kinds – cheap, expensive, no-name, brand name – but not an Oliso! Thanks for the chance!
Sue
Anne, I love all your fabrics and patterns. I’m seem to be iron deficient. I can’t find one that works. Maybe that oliso would be the one! Thanks for the cute sachet idea, something quick, easy, and finishable ( hmmm is that a word?)
Sue
Jenny
Oh how I need a new iron!! I could really use another one for all the piecing I have been doing!
Nancyz
I love the bunny pillow. Mine would definitely hold the remote control for my husband and the dog treats would not stay hidden for long. My dog, Murphy, loves his treats. I would love to win the iron. Thanks for the giveaway.
Julie
Oh wow! Would love to win the iron! Your blog and website are so very elegant; I would love to be able to create some of that elegance here in my home.
krisgray
Love that practical pillow. My LQS owner had an Oliso for years – it was so cool – err, hot – well, you know what I mean!
Dianne
Love the mini pillow sachets! Great idea for a quick and easy gift. Congratulations on being a grandmother again :) How fun!
Sandy
Never had heard of that iron. Thanks for sharing the info. I have a horrible time finding Irons that don’t die within the year. I could use a reliable one.
Sue Bennett
Oh that pink sewing machine is to die for. Love it.
Carol Lewis
Your little sachets pillows are so cute, I’m going to make some. That looks like an awesome iron. Love your bunny pillow too.
Elizabeth
I just love your pillow. You are so creative. I would love to win the iron – thank you so much for the chance to enter. I live in a house with 4 men (3 sons and a husband)that actually do their own ironing. It would be so nice to have an iron I could hide away and use only for my sewing. Thanks again and congratulations on the new grandbaby.
Beth
I love your pink sewing machine! I would love to win that nifty iron, if Anne says it’s a great iron, it must be, so it would be great to win one!
Corey
Oh! How fantastic–I’d love a chance to win a new iron. When piecing and making quilts a great iron is very handy! =)
Kim Hartwig
OMG what a great giveway, I saw these irons at quilt show and came very close to purchasing. I just loved the features like how it automatically lifts up. Love your bunny pillow, I too would have to leave little treats for my dog.
Mary Ann
Such a beautiful post, love those little fur babies and they photograph so well! As for your big news, we will be Grandmas again in may together! My daughter and her husband are also due then. This little girl will speak English and Bengali and a bit of Hindu since her Dad is Indian. Congratulations!
Oh and the iron looks fabulous too!
Shawn
I would love to win the iron because I have never had a really good iron. I love yellow, so cheery. Love the bunny pillow, it is adorable. Thanks for the chance to win the iron. Fingers are crossed.
Tiffany
I would love to win the iron because I hate ironing. My iron never seems to get hot enough and it randomly spots spits water on my fabric.
Sue Bennett
Oh I would love to win this new iron. Mine just died. What a wonderful give away. Love your pattern for today. I need to make several and just put them all around the house.
Ruth
That iron is awesome! I would love to win it. The part I like best is that you don’t have to set it up and it turns off by itself.
Monica
First, congratulations on your grandchild! Your fabrics, patterns and blog are such a joy! I would love to win the Oliso iron because I need a great iron! I try iron after iron and they just don’t do a good job. Thanks for the give away!
Jen
What an adorable bunny pillow! I know a couple of people that would love to own it. that iron! FANTASTIC! I would love to win. I could use a new iron. They just don’t last like they should. Thanks for the chance!
Judy S
Congratulations on your new granddaughter. I am celebrating my 16th grandchild, the last 11 are boys. I just wanted to sew something PINK!!!Hope I win, I love your sachets.
Jerona Williams
Hi Bunny,
Love the iron and I already have one and love it to! If I were to win, I would donated it to my quilt guild to use at our meetings. Take care and congrads on your new “Grandma” status. So, does that mean you have to design a new baby quilt pattern for the “new” little one and us? Great! I think that is a wonderful idea :)!
Marj
I would love to win an osilo iron. I have used them at quilt retreats and love them.
Alicia
Love the pet pictures and what a clever idea for the charm squares. Where do you buy your lavender. The Oliso iron is on my Amazon wish list, but just too pricey for me. I used this iron at our local Quilt Shop and fell in love with it. Sigh !! Would love to have it.
Pat Johnson
Bunnies, my favorite!! I’ve been shopping for a new iron. Just watched the video and oh my, I just have to have it, one way or the other. Thanks for all your great patterns. Pat
Ronda
OH Oh Oh pick me pick me!!! That is an awesome iron I would love to own it. I have enjoyed this pillow talk blog hop wake up every morning and go straight to the computer just to read about my favorite desighers. Congratulations on the new little one coming into your life! One can never have enough of those precious grand babies!!!!
Paula Wilmarth
What a fun post! Your bunny pillow is great. I watched the video about the iron. Wow that is one fantastic iron! I was not familiar with this brand but now I want one! Congratulations on your new granddaughter.
Barb
Reading thru the Comments is so much fun! We all just love you, Anne! You are truly so creative and so generous – thank you so very much! What a delightful lady you are!
Congratulations to you and your family on the impending arrival of a new granddaughter – what a precious gift to your family!
And what a ‘cool’ iron – it might even make ironing fun!!!
Jenny
Hi Anne! First off I would like to thank you so much for your wonderful free BOMs! I love the Snowbound series and Henriatta is just too cute for words!
I have been a stitcher for years, but you have tempted me to get into sewing as well. My goal is to get good enough at applique your Rabbits Prefer Chocolate quilt some day! I love that one!
It would be great to win the wonderful iron because my iron is coming up on 15 years here soon. I am also a big color lover and I must say that just looking at that bright yellow iron makes me happy!
Thanks again and Happy Designing and Sewing!
Cherie
This has been such a great way for us to get to know all of you designers so much better… You are very funny! And congratulations on your new grandbaby!
Kasey
I made my Henrietta Whiskers block during the snow/ice storm this week- she’s too cute! Thanks for sharing and being a part of the pillow talk. I’m finding it to be very amusing and surprising!
Amy Rochelle
Oh, to have a really good iron~ How many mornings have I heard hubby gasp as my Rowenta burped on his shirt. Love your pillow, btw. And, I too am a pajama girl. Not an early riser like you. Always wished I coulda been but it just isn’t in my genes!
susan m
Congratulations on your new granddaughter! I would like a new iron because right now mine is held together with electrical tape after a few unfortunate falls from my ironing board!