2023

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

Today I have a couple disappearing four-patch quilts. This one was pieced by Rosanne.

This one was pieced by Maureen for Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

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added by Becca 5 months, 1 week ago. under 2023 , annapolis , charity , community , long arm , maryland , md , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids , scrappy

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

I love these disappearing nine-patch quilts. Pieced by another member of Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

This one was pieced by Joan V. for Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

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Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

Here is the carpenter's star quilt I shared last week. Pieced and quilted by me.

This bright quilt was pieced by Joan V. for Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

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Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

Pieced by Ellen.

Pieced by Ellen for Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

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added by Becca 5 months, 2 weeks ago. under 2023 , annapolis , charity , community , long arm , maryland , md , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids , scrappy

Better Borders from Becca's Crazy Projects

Have you had this happen? When you add the borders and they just end up wavy? Yeah, me, too. I know how to fix this problem and it still happens. This isn't going to be a post about how to prevent this from happening. You can certainly find loads of videos on how to properly cut and attach borders.

I straighened that border out when I basted.

In the end, it worked out okay. Just don't do this to your long arm quilter.

Tools and supplies (affiliate links):

Creative Grid s 6.5" x 24.5" Rectangle ...

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Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

I pieced this simple quilt and quilting it with waving stars.

Pieced by Joan V. for Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

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Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

Pieced by Joan V.

Pieced by Ellen for Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

If you want to contribute but don't have the time or skills, you can support the national Quilts for Kids by going directly to their website and clicking DONATE. I don't earn anything from this link.

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added by Becca 5 months, 3 weeks ago. under 2023 , annapolis , charity , community , long arm , maryland , md , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids , scrappy

Travel from Becca's Crazy Projects

Last weekend we traveled to Morristown, NJ, to participate in Metatopia 2023. We played new games with new friends, attended seminars about machine learning systems and listened to the flesh and bone artists this technology aims to put out of business.

There was also so much food. We went to Pierogies House for dinner.

I walked in the nearby park.

We had more delicious food. The chicken sliders - with house-made chips - were a fun lunchtime treat from The Horseshoe Tavern.

And more walking in the park.

added by Becca 5 months, 3 weeks ago. under 2023 , adventure , board games , food , game , gaming , travel

Book review – The Rest of God from Quilt in Piece

“The Rest of God: Restoring Your Soul by Restoring Sabbath” by Mark Buchanan is a profound exploration of the concept of Sabbath and its transformative power. Buchanan weaves together theology, personal anecdotes, and practical insights to guide readers toward a deeper understanding of rest and its spiritual significance. The author delves into the fast-paced, modern world and addresses the urgency of finding true rest amidst the chaos. His eloquent prose and thoughtful reflections make a compelling case for embracing the Sabbath as a sacred space for rejuvenation and connection with the divine. What I find particularly commendable is Buchanan’s ...

added by Vanda 5 months, 3 weeks ago. under 2023 , book review , solitude , the rest of god , vanda chittenden (Comments)

Book review – Wounded Pastors from Quilt in Piece

“Wounded Pastors” by Carol Howard Merritt and James Fenimore offers a poignant exploration of the challenges and vulnerabilities that pastors face in their roles. The authors delve into the often overlooked struggles that clergy members encounter, shedding light on the emotional, mental, and spiritual wounds that can result from the demands of pastoral ministry. One commendable aspect of the book is its emphasis on empathy and understanding. Merritt and Fenimore skillfully navigate the complexities of the pastoral journey, acknowledging that ministers, like any other individuals, are susceptible to pain and hardship. The narrative is infused with compassion, urging readers to ...

added by Vanda 5 months, 3 weeks ago. under 2023 , book review , netgalley , solitude , vanda chittenden , wounded pastors (Comments)

Making Masks from Becca's Crazy Projects

We recently attended a game convention that required masks for all attendees.

I wanted some new masks made with fabric that fit the theme.

The cut away triangles are so cute!

I made a dozen new masks. Not that we needed that many for a weekend event. Dice, beholders, potions, dragons, gelatinous cubes, and rainbow vomiting cats. Fabrics from Spoonflower.

Then we popped them into the wash so they would be clean for our convention.

I wrote my own tutorial for these masks. You can find out more about the design on my post How I Mask. Stay safe out ...

added by Becca 5 months, 3 weeks ago. under 2023 , design , face mask , maryland , mask , md , pattern , project , projects , sew , sew my stash , sewing , tool

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

Wonderful quilt pieced by Joan V.

Another pieced by Joan V. for Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

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added by Becca 5 months, 4 weeks ago. under 2023 , annapolis , charity , community , long arm , maryland , md , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids , scrappy

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

How awesome is this scrappy lattice quilt made by Mary!

Connie pieced this great disappearing four-patch for Annapolis Quilts for Kids. Block placement really lets this one shine!

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added by Becca 6 months ago. under 2023 , annapolis , charity , community , long arm , maryland , md , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids , scrappy

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

This great scrappy quilt was pieced by Mary.

Pieced by Chloe and Abby for Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

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added by Becca 6 months ago. under 2023 , annapolis , charity , community , long arm , maryland , md , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids , scrappy

A Franciscan Reflection for All Saints Day from Quilt in Piece

On this blessed All Saints Day, we gather to celebrate the communion of saints, the cloud of witnesses who have gone before us. And the saints among us, striving to live out the beatitudes as we embrace the teachings of St. Francis. Revelation 7:9-17 reminds us of the countless saints from every nation, tribe, people, and language, standing before the Lamb. They wear white robes, symbolizing their purity and dedication to God’s ways. As Franciscans, we seek to imitate their holiness by living lives of simplicity, love, and service to all. Psalm 34:1-10, 22 calls us to ...

added by Vanda 6 months ago. under 2023 , anglican , franciscan , reflection , solitude , vanda chittenden (Comments)

Charity quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

This is one of the quilts I made using blocks made with the 2.5" by 4.5" bricks. The blocks finish at 12" so nine of them makes a great charity quilt.

I didn't add borders because the top would end up wider than the backing fabric without piecing. If I don't have piece a backing, I won't.

I dropped these off with Annapolis Quilts for Kids in October.

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added by Becca 6 months ago. under 2023 , annapolis , charity , community , long arm , maryland , md , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids , scrappy

Die Cutting the Leftovers from Becca's Crazy Projects

When I trim a charity quilt, I set aside the trimmings in this bin. It is overflowing with scrappy goodness.

I decided to do some sorting by size.

My goal was to cut some of those leftovers into usable pieces. I sorted the scraps into some general sizes. These sizes become binding, borders, and blocks.

Then I sat down with my biggest leftovers, in this case the pieces that could easily be cut into 6.5" squares. These are the easiest to make into a charity quilt quickly. Thirty squares sewn in five rows of six squares and you almost ...

added by Becca 6 months, 1 week ago. under 2023 , accuquilt , cutter , cutting , die cutting , quilt , quilter , quilting , scrappy , scrappy bricks , sew my stash , shopping , tool , tool tip

Nurturing Mental Health: The Peace of Psalm 23 from Quilt in Piece

Mental health is a precious gift that deserves our care and attention. In the midst of life’s challenges, we often find solace in the words of Psalm 23:1-3. This blog post explores the significance of these verses and offers practical tips for nurturing our mental well-being. Verse in Focus: Psalm 23:1-3 (New Living Translation) ???? “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul.” The Shepherd’s Care for Mental Health: In these verses, we find a beautiful metaphor of ...

added by Vanda 6 months, 1 week ago. under 2023 , anglican , franciscan , reflection , solitude , vanda chittenden (Comments)

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

Sometimes Mary makes the most interesting quilts. This cat quilt is such a wonderful quilt!

The disappearing nine-patch is such a great pattern. Pieced by Janice for Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

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added by Becca 6 months, 1 week ago. under 2023 , annapolis , charity , community , long arm , maryland , md , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids , scrappy

Charity Quilting from Becca's Crazy Projects

I made this scrappy four-patch using leftovers from other quilts.

This one used up some fabrics that had been languishing in my collection. Combined with some leftover backing scraps to make a fun little quilt for Annapolis Quilts for Kids.

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added by Becca 6 months, 1 week ago. under 2023 , annapolis , charity , community , long arm , maryland , md , quilt , quilting , quilts for kids , scrappy

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