Quilt-a-longs are so much fun, and I'm really excited to join in one again this year with The Quilter's Planner (one of *the* best organizers out there for fabric lovers!). The planner has a new block each week, but - in the spirit of setting realistic goals - I'm going to complete one per month. ... Read More about Charity Quilt: The Emperor’s Garden Block 1
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Fun and Easy Ways to Celebrate the 12 Days of Christmas Printable
Each year, we try to celebrate the 12 Days of Christmas...I say try, because I have a seriously visceral reaction to the color red and even though we put up our decorations *on* Christmas Day, after the Halloween, Thanksgiving, Advent, and now Christmas decor, I'm ready to get my house back. But I ... Read More about Fun and Easy Ways to Celebrate the 12 Days of Christmas Printable
Tutorial: Sewing Square Nesting Baskets Pattern
I was shopping the other day, taking advantage of the post Christmas sales in the ongoing attempt to get organized in the New Year, and came across some adorable nesting baskets. I love baskets! They're one of the few items I can never seem to have enough of. These particular baskets were three in a ... Read More about Tutorial: Sewing Square Nesting Baskets Pattern
GIVEAWAY: Gifts for Quilters and Sewists
It's almost Christmas! ...and that means it's time to prepare not only spiritually, but with some thoughtful gifts for your friends and family as well. Now, you know I love sewing (especially the Advent and Nativity quilts), but - like many creatives - have other interests as well. Two of my ... Read More about GIVEAWAY: Gifts for Quilters and Sewists
TGIFF: Sketching Out Designs for Small Nativity Quilt
It's TGIFF! Here's what I've been working on. So last Christmas, I fell in love with my mother-in-law's wall at the top of her stairs. She had this adorable arrangement of mini quilts for Christmas, and they all fit together so nicely! I really wanted to create something similar in our home, so ... Read More about TGIFF: Sketching Out Designs for Small Nativity Quilt