We have a saying in Spanish: Lo ofrecido es deuda. Roughly translated, it means a promise is a debt. So I am paying off one of my debts here. 🙂 Read More
Fabric Folded Flowers
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Some printing and some coloring
If the first week of the year is any indication of what the rest of 2012 is going to look like… then I’m in for a pretty busy year! Read More
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An old project revisited
I don’t know if this happens to you, too, but sometimes when I look at some of the first quilts I made… I cringe. And in spite of the saying that practice makes perfect, I personally never feel I really “get there” with my quilting. And although I am always tempted to push myself a little too hard at times, I am trying to learn to relax a bit more. These days I try to approach my own quilting experience with an open mind, simply enjoying the learning. But sometimes I just can’t let things be… Read More
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Printing with sunlight
Jamie’s boyfriend, Carlos is a very talented photographer. I am not, but I guess our common love of art really brings us together and we find we have a lot to share. He recently pointed out this product to me, and I have to admit I am completely intrigued… Read More
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Christmas sewing and knitting revealed
You will recall that during December there was very little I was able to share in the sewing/quilting/knitting department, as I was working on “top secret” Christmas presents. I am happy to say that not only was I able to make all the presents on my list, but I actually finished them on time, with plenty of time to spare. No last minute rushing… yeah! Read More
Posted in Bags/Purses, Bed quilts, English Paper Piecing, Family, Knitting/Crochet, Sewing/Quilting, Small quilted projects, Wall hangings
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Some funny traditions
Today I thought I’d share a little about some of the New Year’s Eve traditions in my country… I’m sure they’ll bring a laugh or two. Read More
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Happy New Year
I would like to thank you all for a wonderful year of visiting back and forth, for all the sharing and learning that has taken place in this space. At the risk of REALLY showing my age and embarrassing my children and grandchildren, I would like to wish you a truly Happy New Year, reflected in the music of one of my favorite groups… way back in the seventies. And, appropriately enough, this is the Spanish version of the song. 🙂 Read More
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A finished quilt
We had a really nice Christmas. . This year it was about family. Yet even our “little family” still involved 10 people! 🙂 And now that all the gifts have been delivered, I can reveal the sewing and knitting that took place during November and December. That is… of those items I actually remembered to take photos of. Too often I forget… sigh. Read More
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A very blessed Christmas
2011 was a particularly good year for me, and there are many, many things I am grateful for. Including so many of you wonderful online friends. You have been enthusiastic and so supportive of my endeavors, and that is a constant encouragement for me. Read More
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My Swedish Christmas Tree
Many years ago my brothers and I decided to not buy live Christmas trees any more. The only exception in the family was my mother – everybody agreed there HAD TO be a live tree at her house, as this is where we spend Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Read More
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Feliz Navidad
As you know, I am a fan/supporter of Playing for Change. So I was delighted to see their latest video quite appropriate reflects my own Christmas sentiments. From my corner of the world, here is a little holiday greeting! 🙂 Read More
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Ready for 2012? Here’s a BOM sneak peek!
Well, I don’t know if I am completely ready yet to greet the new year, but I can say I AM ready with our BOM projects for next year. I’ve had a lot of fun drawing these… and I hope you will all enjoy them, too! Read More
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My Bucket List
For quite a few weeks now, Jared and I have been working diligently on improving and upgrading the back end of the Angie’s Bits ‘n Pieces website. If all goes well, we hope to have the upgrade in place for the New Year. Read More
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I am a self-learner. I taught myself to sew and to quilt. And I taught myself how to draw. I am learning how to dye my own fabrics and am dabbling with mixed media. I am a quilt designer and teacher, and design and publish my own line of quilt patterns. With this blog I would like to share the bits and pieces of my life.