Alabama Chanin Cult

I have known about Alabama Chanin, Project Alabama, Natalie Chanin for a long time. I distinctly remember seeing the pieces at a Barneys or Saks in L.A. over 10 years ago. I was intrigued and tried to find out everything I could about her. She is in Florence and I grew up in Decatur, Alabama. My mother, daughter and I went to the Factory this fall.

However, I have tried my first project and I am hooked!

Here are some factory shots from last fall. I love all of the fabric!

 Pattern pieces and cutting table

 Here are my attempts. I am going to turn the larger pieces into pillows for the living room.

The circular pieces are swatches for a skirt project. I backed the swatches with felt to use them as coasters. I think I like the black with grey flowers.... What do you think?