A heat wave hit Minnesota this week. We’re experiencing temps in the 40s. (Yes, 40 degrees Fahrenheit is a heat wave for us in February!) People in my home state will run errands without coats and mittens; you may even spy a jogger wearing shorts. The snow in our yard is beginning to recede, as… Continue reading The Quilted Snowman} a finished top!
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The Quilted Snowman} Various snow blocks
It’s been a little over a month since I’ve had time to work on my Quilted Snowman, and I sure have missed it! This project is such a cheerful and creative sewing outlet. I enjoy auditioning just the right fabric for each block and watching the Snowman come to life on my design wall. This… Continue reading The Quilted Snowman} Various snow blocks
Jolly Bar Volume 5} Secret sewing
Hello quilting friends! Recently I was invited to do some secret sewing for Fat Quarter Shop, and I’m tickled to share a sneak peek with you today! The talented and busy ladies at Fat Quarter Shop & It’s Sew Emma are releasing Volume 5 of their popular Jolly Bar pattern book series. The book will… Continue reading Jolly Bar Volume 5} Secret sewing
The Quilted Snowman} Stars and mittens
Hello quilting friends! I hope your new year is off to a great start! Are you carving out some time to get carried away quilting in 2025? This past weekend a few friends joined me at my house for sewing, laughing, chatting and eating. We had a great time together. I made good progress on… Continue reading The Quilted Snowman} Stars and mittens
The Quilted Snowman} Body and wagon
Hello quilting friends! This past weekend my husband (along with most of the men in the family) went ice fishing in northern Minnesota. And as the saying goes, when the cat’s away the mice will . . . sew! While the fishermen were happily snagging walleyes, I spent much of my weekend at the sewing… Continue reading The Quilted Snowman} Body and wagon