Over the last week we had a long holiday (from Wednesday on) which I used to do some computer housekeeping (over 65 GB in patterns alone to back up!) and some more Christmas sewing. Read More
Christmas Collections
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Serendipity
You will recall a couple of days ago I posted about some of my scrap busting efforts, including a couple of pieces in which in addition to itty bitty scraps of fabric I had included bits of thread and yarn. Read More
Posted in Scrap busting, Small quilted projects
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And talking about scraps… and Christmas…
I came across a little project that combines itty bitty scraps with Christmas! And it involves two favorites of mine… circles and trees! Read More
Posted in Christmas, Scrap busting
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Saving scraps: when is it enough?
For someone who complains of not having enough time to sew, I sure seem to be able to accumulate scraps! Truth be told, I think that’s because I save everything. And I mean EVERYTHING. Quilting quality fabrics are hard to come by here, so I am always trying to find ways to economize. Read More
Posted in Scrap busting
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Talking about knitting…
I really do like to knit. I find it more relaxing than sewing when done in the evenings, while watching a movie, because I don’t have to worry about lighting and can actually watch while keeping my fingers busy. Read More
Posted in Knitting/Crochet
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Christmas sewing on the brain
I don’t know about you, but whatever extra little time I find here and there these days is dedicated to sewing Christmas presents. Well, knitting, too. Read More
Posted in This and that
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A basket and a bag
It sure seems to have taken us a long time to get into some kind of routine. And I’m still not quite there. Or know if I will be anytime soon. It’s been years now living with adult children, so having younger kids around has involved quite an adjustment. And I guess I am slowly starting to realize that there is not such thing as a “regular” routine around here anymore. Every day brings something new… Read More
Posted in Bags/Purses, Sewing circle
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Christmas Hodge Podge
My latest EQ Boutique collection is out! It has been so much fun to participate in this latest venture sponsored by the Electric Quilt Company. Read More
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English Paper Piecing Tutorial
Way back in July I promised my friend Pearl I would put together a little video tutorial on how I do English Paper Piecing. I didn’t think it would take this long, but I’ve finally done it. (I guess that means we have finally gotten into a routine around here, and I am actually getting back to my own life! 🙂 ) Read More
Posted in English Paper Piecing, Tutorials
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At long last: Vintage Keys
I always reserve a hand sewing project to work on when my sewing circle meets on Thursdays. And in my defense, that’s my excuse for not having finished this little project sooner. You see, we hardly met all summer, and so it has taken me nearly four months to complete this little key holder. Read More
Posted in Small quilted projects, Wall hangings
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Thank you sale
Earlier in the month I wrote about the new My EQ Boutique. Since then, quite a few new collections have been posted. If you haven’t stopped by recently, you should really check them out. Read More
Posted in Designing/EQ
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A creature of habit
The last few weeks have been hectic. With school starting up in early September, it has taken a bit of time to organize schedules (everyone in this household has been on a different one!) and get into a routine. I’m not sure I’m quite there. Read More
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Announcing the My EQ Boutique, along with a giveaway!
The Electric Quilt Company has launched a new website called My EQ Boutique, offering traditional and contemporary downloadable quilt and block patterns that you can print in ANY size you want. Read More
Posted in Designing/EQ, Giveaways
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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 love to dye my own fabrics, am a fanatic of free-motion quilting, and dabble 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. 
