The Pocket Pouch Tutorial Is Fast & Easy!
My second gift idea this year is the “Pocket Pouch”. The Pocket Pouch tutorial is fast and easy! I really […]
The Pocket Pouch Tutorial Is Fast & Easy! Read More »
My second gift idea this year is the “Pocket Pouch”. The Pocket Pouch tutorial is fast and easy! I really […]
The Pocket Pouch Tutorial Is Fast & Easy! Read More »
I definitely love this time of year as the weather gets cooler and we have the Holidays just around the
Jar Opener Tutorial : Makes a Great Gift! Read More »
In this blog I would like to give a quilt beginner’s guide in choosing a pattern and batting. This is
Quilt Beginner’s Guide in Choosing a Pattern & Batting. Read More »
Do you have trouble finding time to sew or organizing your projects to get them completed? Me too! Come along
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This week we will learn how to make the diamond string quilt block step by step. Heads up! This block
How to Make the Diamond String Quilt Block Read More »
“The important thing is not to stop questioning”–Albert Einstein This week’s blog will give you quilt questions an answers for
Quilt Questions & Answers For Beginners. Read More »
Are you “itchin to be stitchin”? Then you need to develop a monthly quilting and sewing routine with me! Many
A Monthly Quilting & Sewing Routine Read More »
Here we are on the third string block. Today I’m showing you how to make the string quilt block with
How to Make the String Quilt Block With a Path! Read More »
Common questions and answers for the beginner quilter will be my focus during the second week of each of the
Common Questions & Answers For The Beginner Quilter Read More »
“The Journey of a Thousand Miles Begins With One Step” –LaoTzo I think it’s ironic that this was on my
How to Plan Quilting Time Each Month Read More »
I hope you can take away some ideas on how to organize, fold, and store fabric in your sewing room.
Ideas on How to Organize, Fold, & Store Fabric Read More »
Sewing and donating to charities is something we should try and do. Sewing for Charities is Rewarding is a blog
Sewing & Donating to Charities Read More »
“I cannot count a day complete, till needle, thread, and fabric meet.” –unknown This quote is kind of true for
Quilting & Sewing Routine Read More »
This year I want us all to join in together creating “String Blocks” for my “Let’s Quilt Together” series. This
String Blocks: Let’s Quilt Together! Read More »
“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.”–Mark Twain I love this quote! Just getting started can be the hardest
Quilt Planning Pages Read More »
We need gifts for our sewing or quilting friends year round for special occasions, but we tend to think about
Favorite Gift Ideas for the Quilter in Your Life! Read More »
This is the time of year we all need them. Whether we have allergies or a cold, they reside in
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What are our five senses? They are See, Hear, Smell, Touch, and Taste. You may decorate using these senses already,
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These are the comments I’m hearing most often from people who quilt. While all of these comments are legitimate reasons
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I love looking at the quilting statistics. Many of them don’t surprise me, but occasionally one pops up that I
Quilting Statistics of 2023 Read More »
What are the quilt trends of 2023? I love looking at trends and seeing if it is what I’m seeing
Quilt Trends of 2023 Read More »
Most of us who love to sew, like to keep our hands busy no matter where we are. We
Sew on the Go Kits Read More »
If you haven’t made the trip to Elkhart, Indiana to see and take the Quilt Garden tour along the Heritage
The Quilt Garden Tour Along the Heritage Trail Read More »
Mug Rugs are Mini Quilts that are Fast, Easy, and Beginner Friendly! Mug rugs are mini quilts! There is cutting,
Mug Rugs are Mini Quilts that are Fast, Easy, and Beginner Friendly! Read More »
I’m not a doctor, but I find this topic fascinating. How quilting can promote better health and well-being is probably
How Quilting Can Promote Better Health & Well-Being Read More »
I love panels! They are usually an eye catching, beautiful print! I have collected quite a few of them over
How to Sew Quilt Panels Read More »
Here is an easy hexagon table runner! I love the look of a hexagon quilt, but I don’t like
Easy Hexagon Table Runner! Read More »
When is the Time Right? When is the right time for recycling an old or ugly quilt into a
Recycling an Old or Ugly Quilt into a New Project! Read More »
In part one of my series, Year in Review & Goal Setting Strategy I spoke on 2022 in review. In
Year in Review & Goal Setting Strategy (part 2) Read More »
January is one of three times a year I like to stop, review, and create a new plan. May and
Year in Review & Goal Setting Strategy (part 1) Read More »
I’m beginning the new year with my review of the quilting retreat I took in November. It was my first
A Quilting Retreat Read More »
I loved it and still do, watching Oprah’s Favorite Things for Christmas every year. She started this idea many years
Ten Favorite Gift Ideas Quilters Will Love! Read More »
A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to interview Lisa Merkle. She is the owner of Big Ben Quilting
Big Ben Quilting Company Read More »
This will be the third and final blog in a series about quick and easy Christmas gifts our friends will
Quick & Easy Christmas Gifts Our Friends Will Love Series, part 3 Read More »
This is part 2 in my series, Quick & Easy Christmas Gifts Our Friends Will Love! The next gift I’m
Quick & Easy Christmas Gifts Our Friends Will Love, Part 2. Read More »
Salt Cellar Pincushion Tutorial I thought I would share a series of blogs with some quick and easy Christmas gift
Quick & Easy Christmas Gifts Our Friends Will Love! Read More »
It used to be that a phone or computer didn’t have a place in the quilting world. Boy have times
12 Apps that can be Very Useful & Fun to Use in the Quilting World! Read More »
Quilt makers always, and I mean always have one to a bazillion quilts in various stages of completion! Although some
Large List on How to Display Your Quilts Read More »
Quilt labels. Do you use them? Are they important? Quilt labels are important! When I was researching this topic, everyone
Quilt Labels; What, When, Why, & How. Read More »
I can’t wait to talk about mini quilts and framed blocks, but first I have to say, Congratulations Julie! You
Creating & Decorating with Mini Quilts & Framed Blocks Read More »
As I was scrolling along on social media, an advertisement appeared. Something along the lines of, visit the Quilt Gardens
The Quilt Gardens of Elkhart Indiana Read More »
Hi everyone! I’m so excited to be talking about Christmas in July! First, though, I need to announce the winner
Yes! That sounds like a quilter’s dream vacation, right? Well, I have that for you in a quilt shop called,
Quilting at the Beach! Read More »
Thought it would be fun to do a patriotic pillow sew along this month because who doesn’t like to have
Let’s Do a Patriotic Pillow Sew Along! Read More »
The questions people have about quilting are sometimes hard to answer or have multiple answers. It may depend who you
Questions People Have About Quilting. Read More »
May is a transitional month. School is coming to an end. Summer is on the doorstep. Those of us in
Quilt Trends Emerging in 2022! Read More »
The clothesline bowl is a gift that is easy and makes up fast. It is a versatile gift that can
Gift Idea: The Clothesline Bowl! Read More »
Planning Ahead: Gifting & Creating! Is it too early to be thinking about Mother’s Day? It is over a month
A Process for Gift Giving Ideas & Preparation! Read More »
The first order of business is to announce the March winner of the “Spring Embroidered Hoop”. Congratulations Morgan! You
Easter Projects, Reader’s Ideas, & Project Updates! Read More »
As we come out of the winter season and into spring, many of us find ourselves being distracted by the
Spring Sewing & Hand Sewing Options! Read More »