January to March 2024

Very pretty, and in my Mum’s favourite colours. I had to ask Mum what her favourite colour was when I was going to make them a quilt, and I had never noticed a preference in what colours she wore or what colours she used to decorate the house, but pretty much all the colours she used work well with purple.

Still pretty, although a little less space for quilting to be a feature.

My daughter Kelli has been busy reading (listening) to books lately. She asked me if I wanted her to write something up and share the books here on the blog. Of course, I said, “YES!” The first one she has to share with us is Tuesday’s Child by Anya Mora. Kelli said:“This book was incredible!  …

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It's is Spring... 

 Last year our boy and his sweet wife requested a couch quilt and when I saw this wide back print in September, it became my inspiration fabric and I built the quilt around itI pulled coordinating fabrics from my stash (one of my favorite parts of the quilting process)                              And cut

 I’ve been sick all month and am taking my third antibiotic..Hope it does the trick. Meanwhile I just got the rows sewn together on this top.. not planning on any border

        "Finished or not Fridays"

It is quilted.

The binding is ready to make.

  

DONE 6. Guild Frog Quilt

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First, I would like to thank you for the overwhelming support on my alcohol-free journey. Between personal emails, Facebook messages, and responses to blogs, I feel your support. read more

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Today I am sharing this charming Cottage Love quilt with you in calming blue, teal, and gold colors.  The fabric collection is Daisy Fields by Riley Blake, and as you can see from the pictures, is perfect for Cottage Love!

The Cottage Love Quilt Pattern

My second Odd Bunch box has arrived and I've been very pleased with both of them. For $20 a box, I think they are a good deal. All of the items have been fresh, nothing even close to spoiling or odd.  I am enjoying the variety of items included, a nice selection of vegetables and fruit.

I cut ...

 Our Rotary Club and many in our community are devastated by Jake's tragic death on Monday in a freak accident.  He was 34 and is survived by his wife and four children, his beloved grandmother, and a large extended family.  Jake's grandfather, Jack, started our annual Rotary golf outing and Jake stepped up as club president and outing chairman in Jack's honor. 

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 After the girls in our hive made our original Scrappy Celebration in a palette like the pattern, and a second one in brighter colors, and a third one in patriotic colors, we still weren't tired of making blocks. So we switched it up and went with black instead of white, and black-alternatives instead of low volumes. We combined these with batiks in bright and light shades for contrast. 

We were making blocks individually but using shared fabrics, and we ended up with too many blocks for a twin sized quilt. So I asked the girls to humor me and ...

Hey there, fellow quilt enthusiasts! So, you’ve spent countless hours meticulously piecing together your masterpiece, and now it’s finally on display at a quilt fair. There’s just one problem – people can’t seem to keep their hands off it! Don’t worry, I’ve got your back with some tips on how to politely stop those eager fingers from getting too close to your precious quilt.

Set Up Clear Signage: Sometimes people just need a gentle reminder. Consider placing friendly signs near your quilt that kindly ask viewers not to touch . A simple “Please admire with your ...

Preparing fat quarters for quilting doesn’t have to be daunting. In fact, with a few simple steps, you can transform these fabric bundles into perfect pieces for your quilting projects.

Whether you’re new to quilting or just looking for some helpful tips, we’ve got you covered.

From washing and pressing to cutting and organizing, we’ll walk you through the process step by step, ensuring that your fat quarters are ready to shine in your next quilt creation.

Introduction to Fat Quarters

Fat quarters are a staple in the world of quilting, prized for their versatility and ...

I have some finishes to show off this week, starting with the 2023 Saturday Sampler, called Spoolin' Around.  This is going to hang on the wall near my sewing room doorway.