Cross stitch: getting started with a mug rug

Thank you all for your kind, funny and enthusiastic comments about our fish house. We continue to enjoy our time on the frozen lake, particularly when the neighbors wander over to visit and share their snacks. It’s like a block party on the ice. Since my blog post, Stitching while Ice Fishing, I’ve taken baby… Continue reading Cross stitch: getting started with a mug rug

Pretty autumn mug rug quilted with Happy Cloud Batting

Today I want to share a product that is new to me, Happy Cloud Batting, an exclusive line of batting from Fat Quarter Shop. Recently the kind folks at FQS sent me a few packages to play with, and I’m so glad they did. I broke into a package of 80/20 Silky Blend precut 10”… Continue reading Pretty autumn mug rug quilted with Happy Cloud Batting

Friday Bundle Batch & Giveaway with Fort Worth Fabric Studio

Today I’m happy to be a guest blogger on the Friday Bundle Batch with Fort Worth Fabric Studio.  Shop owner Jodie has a great eye for putting together unique bundles that cross fabric companies, collections and designers! This week’s bundle is called Cherry Bomb, a rich combination of red and white that is timeless. When I… Continue reading Friday Bundle Batch & Giveaway with Fort Worth Fabric Studio

Vintage Daydream: Fabric that inspires

Sometimes fabrics speak to us, don\'t they?  Well that’s what happened to me when I caught my first glimpse of Vintage Daydream (Designs by Dani for Riley Blake Designs). This pretty collection is made up of soft pinks, berry reds and golden yellows, with a touch of black here and there.  I was immediately drawn to the way… Continue reading Vintage Daydream: Fabric that inspires