Category Archives: Quilting

Two Tip Tuesday – Fall Paducah

Huge thanks to AQS, students and shoppers!  I enjoyed being in Paducah for the Fall show.  On our drive to Paducah we did a side trip to Niagra Falls.  Fun to take my mom on Maid of the Mist, she’s … Continue reading →

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Two Tip Tuesday – traveling to Wednesday this week

Yep, I was traveling yesterday.  A delayed flight and late arrival didn’t get me home until 2am.  That has nothing to do with quilting but my excuse and I’m sticking to it.  Being summertime with stinkin’ hot weather is some … Continue reading →

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Two Tip Tuesday – machine quilting

Today, I needed to quilt some samples.  Camels!  Yes, my favorite! Checking tension is important when beginning with new threads.  I used a variegated by Signature on top and “Sew Fine” by Superior in the bobbin. The next two photos … Continue reading →

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Two Tip Tuesday – class reports

It has been a rewarding week of teaching.  First a mom and daughter!  They were SUPER excited to get their first lesson.  A comment to share…”Mom, this is so relaxing”. I’m thrilled to have two more peeps to share my … Continue reading →

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Two Tip Tuesday – Giving Thanks

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Two Tip Tuesday – Houston and more

Hello from Houston!  No, I didn’t have a problem last week, just plain forgot to post.  I was flying from MA to Missouri, loading my booth quilts, tools and patterns into my dad’s car and starting my drive to Houston, … Continue reading →

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Two Tip Tuesday – travel day

I’m just getting home after a couple extra days visiting my parents, family and dear friend in the KC area!  Good flights, just late.  Thank you AQS Des Moines!  I enjoyed seeing friends and some of my nieces even made … Continue reading →

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Two Tip Tuesday – Sightseeing delay

Hi quilting friends.  Summertime in New Englad is now upon us!  I was out sightseeing yesterday with limited internet access on the ferry to Nantucket.  But look at the view… My sister was visiting from Missouri and we had an … Continue reading →

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Happy National Quilting Day

What will you do today to celebrate National Quilting Day? I think I will sit at my machine and work on piecing one of my new patterns! Here is some eye candy… Elaine Nadeau’s beautiful quilt is raw edge fused … Continue reading →

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Two Tip Tuesday

How did a week pass so quickly?  Oh, I know…Fall Quilt Market is just around the corner!  That will do it every time.  I plan my time weeks in advance and it always boils down to last minute details. How … Continue reading →

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