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 The last 10 days have plumb worn me out and it has nothing to do with Christmas. My in-laws live almost an hour away (that's practically next door for our rural lifestyle) and for 5 days, we left the house between 4:30-5 and headed that way. DH took his dad who is 88, hunting each day. They were unsuccessful, but honestly, this year,  it was more about them spending time together

I know quilters hate it when their quilts are referred to as blankets, but this quilt maker specifically requested a plastic-like canvas as a backing, as she intends to use it as a blanket on the beach.

Looking at this perfect creation and the colour play, I wondered if another quilter saw this on the beach, would they think that the quilt maker received it as a gift and, with no appreciation for the work done, simply used it on the beach?  They will obviously not be aware of the plastic backing or that the maker intended it for the ...

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Sunday was my birthday. I turned the big 6-0!! I know many people dread birthdays. I did at one point in my life. I was “29” for about four years. I just didn’t want to be 30. So if anyone ever asked me how old I was, I would say I was 29 for the …

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For this week’s episode of 99 Designs, I have a very dense motif that works well to make a quilt more modern. As the design is rows and rows of little bricks, it could also work well to add realistic texture to a landscape or art quilt. To learn how to quilt this design, check out the video below:

Interlinked Quilt Pattern

The sample quilt used in the video is called Interlinked. It’s one of the quilts I’ve made several different variations of, from one that uses a monochromatic color scheme to one that uses a vibrant ...

 Today, I had PT at 3 pm. So, first thing today, I cleaned. I got the kitchen cleaned and in order, vacuumed the house, and worked on laundry. 

Then I went out for a walk. Once all that was done, Patrick came home from golfing. I played on my tablet for a bit and then had to head over to the church to pick up 3 quilts that were ready. Once all that was done, I headed to moms. Dropped the 3 quilts off with her and Debbie's quilt to see what we could do. Mom was going to ...

 Once upon a time, I came across a tutorial on how to make a quilt with collage pieces. It was a llama and I really enjoyed the process of making it.

Mom died a year ago this morning. There are constant reminders. When I first entered the kitchen this morning a photo of her and Lynnleigh greeted me on our electronic frame. That gave me pause, I drew a deep breath and then smiled. Then there are the cardinals... I saw two yesterday. There are constant God-winks. I miss you, Mom. It's all good, the reminders are comforting to me. Life goes

Mom died a year ago this morning. There are constant reminders. When I first entered the kitchen this morning a photo of her and Lynnleigh greeted me on our electronic frame. That gave me pause, I drew a deep breath and then smiled. Then there are the cardinals... I saw two yesterday. There are constant God-winks. I miss you, Mom. It's all good, the reminders are comforting to me. Life goes

I can hardly believe that it’s been a month since I last posted! Obviously, I’ve been busy, but that’s really a terrible excuse. I now have the patterns for the last parts of the “coffee” BOM from Wonderfil, but I haven’t yet been able to make them — I’m hoping to get started on that […]

The start of the 2026 RBD Block Challenge is right around the corner, and this year, Lori Holt colored the quilt in her new Farmer’s Daughter collection with Riley Blake Designs. The color palette of the Farmer’s Daughter collection gives a wonderfully scrappy feel to this sampler quilt, and the greens and blues in the sashing and binding fabrics tie it all together! Every year, the RBD Block Challenge quilt inspires us to learn new techniques, explore new block designs, and connect with the quilting community. Keep reading for all the quilty details!

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Download these 2 free quilt patterns with animals now. Choose the panel quilt or the pieced blocks, or make both!

Chirping Crew – click here to download the pattern

Here are two patterns I designed for the Serenade collection by Gina Matarazzo for Henry Glass Fabrics. The first is Chirping Crew, featuring the panel blocks. It measures 43-1/2″ x 43-1/2″ with 8-1/2″ blocks. The whimsical motifs are complemented by one of the collection prints in the center of the quilt, completing the 3 x 3 layout.

Aren’t the woodland animals cute? I cropped the blocks to ensure ...

The lone rabbit is still hanging around. I glanced out the kitchen window and ears caught my eye amongst the old vegetation.

 This is an Eastern Cottontail and he will stay mostly brown/grey all winter. I wish he would move on into the forest but there are so many places to provide sheltar for him here; I understand why he wants to stay ...

 The holiday workshop is in full swing...

Good morning, my friends. I'm writing fast this morning. I'm heading out for my final monthly pedicure of 2025. Seems like there ought to be some kind of revelry associated with this, but I'm not aware of any associated parties. This pedicure will have to last me until March. When I'm going a long time between pedicures, I choose a light color of polish. It doesn't show as badly as it chips off. What's that you say? I could use polish remover? Oh...but that would mean I would have to lean over and ...

Good morning, my friends. I'm writing fast this morning. I'm heading out for my final monthly pedicure of 2025. Seems like there ought to be some kind of revelry associated with this, but I'm not aware of any associated parties. This pedicure will have to last me until March. When I'm going a long time between pedicures, I choose a light color of polish. It doesn't show as badly as it chips off. What's that you say? I could use polish remover? Oh...but that would mean I would have to lean over and ...

From UFO to Done:

For the last five and a half years, I’ve been pulling out the project box for this Modern Star Quilt —sorting the pieces, laying them out, dreaming about the finish… and then carefully tucking it all away again. Every so often, I’d make a little progress by sewing a few star sets together, but it never seemed to get very far.

A few months ago, I made a promise to myself: I wanted to finally finish some of my UFOs so they could become part of the quilts I donate during the Giving Challenge ...

Don't worry -- I will be donating, BUT not until January 2. I have two pairs of winter boots that I know someone can use. However, since I am donating to an organization that turns around and sells the items, I might as well benefit and get a discount coupon. Since that coupon is only valid until December 31, 2025, it doesn't make sense to donate now. The donation can wait until January 2. What I'll donate, if anything, will be lightweight summer items for the most part. 

That may sound callous, but that's my decision, and ...