Oh, dear. I couldn’t resist that title. But, really, I want to talk about the backs of my quilts for a moment. How do you decide what to put on the back of your quilt? A creation you have spent hours of your life on. That you have thoughtfully constructed. And it isn’t finished without…
What I Did Last Summer
After months of swapping and purchasing via etsy and ebay, last June I cut into some precious bits of Flea Market Fancy. And then I got distracted. So here is a UFO that sat neglected for nearly a year. With any luck, it will get finished up this week. The pattern is Saltwater Taffy by…
Waste Not
I have finally had a tiny bit of time to spend working on quilts. With my sweet husband out of town the last couple of weeks, it has been a bit of a juggling act. So, I pulled out a quilt I started last summer. With the re-release of Flea Market Fancy, I picked it…
Heffalumps and Woozles
So, for anyone who doesn’t know what this post title is all about, I am a little jealous. My little girl watches the ‘Sing Along with Pooh Bear’ dvd as often as I’ll let her and this song has been stuck in my head. For days. Days that I am spending patiently waiting for a…
Life Is Made Of Choices
Last week, another wonderful little gift showed up at my house and has thrown me into a bit of a tailspin. You see, 2012 is the year for me to get stuff done. I have plans! UFOs will be finished! My cupboards will be organized! My stash will remain under control! And then, the lovely…
Stocking Up
While I am not sure I qualify as a ‘thrifty’ quilter, I certainly do like to save money whenever I can. I also want to use the highest quality materials for the best price. Because, seriously, life is too short and my crafting time is too precious to waste it on materials that come apart…