Country Sampler: Decorating with quilts

Hello quilting friends! How many of you share my love for the magazine, Country Sampler? (I think I just heard a loud, collective “I DO!”) We love the beautiful photos and feature stories, the inspiring how-to projects and the scrumptious recipes. The magazine gives us a warm and cozy glimpse into other homes and sparks… Continue reading Country Sampler: Decorating with quilts

March Box in a Box blocks: Patchwork Quilt Along with Fat Quarter Shop

It’s March in Minnesota.  A little over a week ago, we had one day where temps soared into the 70s.  Then just two days ago, parts of our state saw 8 inches of snow!  It can make a person a little cranky.  Thank goodness I’m part of the 2017 Patchwork Quilt Along with FatQuarter Shop.  I’m… Continue reading March Box in a Box blocks: Patchwork Quilt Along with Fat Quarter Shop

Simple Zipper Bag: Preparing for some "slowdown sewing"

This year I promised myself that I would do more “slowdown sewing.” It’s a loose term I’m using to define projects that . . . a.  have no deadlineb.  probably involve some handworkc.  possibly require me to learn a new technique or try a new productd.  most likely can be done in a comfy chair… Continue reading Simple Zipper Bag: Preparing for some "slowdown sewing"