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This morning we were on our way to Sharon and Bill's. I was able to pick up the quilt he did for me. Then I got a few more beads from Sharon. Bill also had the batting and backing for our quilts. Now we are set for awhile.

Then we headed to Costco and picked up a few things. We got stuff for both mom and Phil. On the way back, we took the long way. Then dropped off moms stuff. After moms we went to Phil's. By the time we got home it was about 2:30 ...

The Sewing Arts Center famous ‘blue wall.” This is an iconic photo spot! My new Stitchin’ Babes Roadies: from left, Pat, Marie, and Melanie

Every gal needs a group of cronies where she can ‘belong’ and I’m no exception. Thankfully, I have found my gang and we’re calling ourselves the Stitchin’ Babes Roadies. (Cue: giggles.)

Remember a couple of weeks ago when I hosted the kit cutting party here at my house? (If you missed it, you can read about it by CLICKING HERE.) My friend, Melanie was there and I was asking about local quilt shops in ...

This morning I was up and moving. I needed to be ready for Sandy by 9:30 am. I got the laundry going, cleaned up the kitchen (putting dishes away), and started work on the baguette bread so it would be done this afternoon.

Sandy arrived with tea and lunch! She's so much fun to be around! We have a good time. We both were working on our beading. The funny part is that we both made some mistakes because we were visiting too much! She got off a row and took out 2 to get back on track ...

As much as I like rain, this is getting out of hand. We've been pouring rain for 3 days and we've been getting rain off and on before that even.

Today I went up to Tumwater to see Sharon and drop off a quilt to Bill. Actually that was the top I finished a couple days ago. It rained the whole time up there. The worst parts were passing trucks. It doesn't matter how bad the roads are, there is always someone in a hurry that has to pass me by 10 miles an hour more! And ...

This morning was our day for Brazilian embroidery. I was up and getting my stuff ready. Phyllis called to remind me to bring her work box that she forgot at our Christmas party. We had enough money in our "kitty" that we bought some floss for our groups box.

I worked on another rose.

Sometimes when you meet a person there is something that simply clicks. I met Linda Nitzen, who was with Sizzix at that time, at a Quilt Market in Houston with Jake Finch, and Tracy Mooney. After a bit of texting between Jake and Linda, we, Tracy, Jake and I went down to the lobby of… Continue reading An Interview With: Linda Nitzen

I’m not one who likes to ask for help. But recently, I found myself facing a task which seemed was so monumental I decided I needed to send out an SOS for help. And I’m so happy a small army of quilters armed with rotary cutters came to my rescue!

I’ll be teaching at Charlotte Angotti’s Biloxi Escape in a few weeks. The format for this retreat is for students to have three Progressive Mystery Classes taught by Charlotte, Karen K Stone, and myself. We each have designed a mystery quilt comprised of the equivalent of ...

I remember thinking back in 1970's that I would never live this long! I never thought I would make it to 2000. I did and I'm here. What fun!

We had an awesome day with Nick and Joann. We played games all day. We had plenty of food - which we all loved eating!! I had some dessert as well! It was really a good time. We played about 4 games, and I LOST all of them. I was the last one in all four!

After they left I worked on my cross stitch - after cleaning up.

2019 was a roller-coaster ride.

I know it's been a minute or two since my last post. Life is always the reason. But let's talk about the year that was, shall we?

Merry Christmas to those who celebrate today! It's been a quiet day for us.

We spent most of the day watching Christmas movies - which it new for me this year! We really haven't seen many. It's good to see them!

While we were watching movies, I was working on Kim's gift.

…for Christmas!

I can’t believe I started this festive and fun quilt just a couple of weeks ago. I never dreamed it would be completely finished (with three days left to spare) before Christmas! The design is a variation of my Arrowheads quilt pattern that I debuted in my classes this year. When I taught the class at the Vermont Quilt Festival this past summer, one of my clever students had the idea to turn the arrowheads upside down to make Christmas trees. It was a brilliant idea!

I took the idea one step further and modified the pattern ...

Yesterday was one of those days were we weren't home much. I did get more done on mom's ornament. I actually finished the last piece before putting them together. But that took all the time that we were home.

We went to the movie "CATS" and I hate to say, it was the worst movie I've seen in a long time. It was ALL music - which I couldn't understand with the music in the background taking over the song. So, the first 30 mins, both Patrick and I were thinking we should leave. I could not ...

This morning I really didn't do much. I did listen to my book on tape. Finished that in the afternoon while beading. Patrick worked outside and I worked on laundry. I was able to get some of it done but I have a pile of stuff that needs washed. Patrick is good at cleaning and before I know it, I have a laundry bag dripping on the floor! So, I've been cleaning rugs, show curtains, and regular laundry. 

This morning we were up and cleaning. We got the table set for 8 people and we even got a few other things done. There was treats on the table with cheese and crackers.

Then they started arriving. We ended up with 11 of us total, so had to bring down more dishes, silverware (ran out), and mugs. It was so much fun! I couldn't believe how many showed up. It was our whole group! Pat Campbell came from Bellevue with her friend Peggy from another group. They had a blast. We gave out gifts and were luck enough ...

I have just returned from a quilt retreat in California.  Venture beach to be exact.  I fly in there and meet up with some other quilty friends.   This is the third year we have all been together.   There are old friends and new.  I always bring Captain Jack along to my retreats.   I get photos of him throughout the time we are there.   He is now the official mascot of Sew Beachy!