Dreamy Pumpkin and Plus A Pumpkin in Fig Tree fabrics

Happy Monday, quilting friends!  Today I’m sharing some photos that will start your week with a smile.  One of my Instagram quilting friends, Gerri, has been kind enough to pattern test for me on occasion.  In fact, she recently tested my newest patterns, Dreamy Pumpkin and Plus a Pumpkin, and she emailed me these lovely… Continue reading Dreamy Pumpkin and Plus A Pumpkin in Fig Tree fabrics

Free block pattern: Snazzy Snowflake

This past week we experienced unseasonably warm weather.  November high temps in the 70s are rare in Minnesota. The snow we received in October disappeared quickly, and we were able to get outside to finish our autumn yard chores and enjoy the sunshine.  But mother nature can’t fool me.  I know that bitter cold and… Continue reading Free block pattern: Snazzy Snowflake

Pumpkin Sky pillow: A welcoming touch for my front porch

The first week of September has ushered in bright, crisp days for those of us in Minnesota. I plan to spend part of my Labor Day weekend doing some fall decorating. As a jump start, I added a few autumn elements to my front porch, including my newest Pumpkin Sky pillow. I hope you don’t… Continue reading Pumpkin Sky pillow: A welcoming touch for my front porch

Autumn pillow featuring Calico Crow by Lauren Nash for Riley Blake Designs

  October in Minnesota is beautiful. For most of the month, the lawns are still green but the trees put on a brilliant show of golden oranges, fiery reds, deep rusts and regal plums. While it’s true that our temperatures begin to drop in October, the weather is typically mild. It’s the season of scarves… Continue reading Autumn pillow featuring Calico Crow by Lauren Nash for Riley Blake Designs