The Kindness Project: Mystery quilt top is complete

This past weekend, I enjoyed time outdoors in the sunshine with my family. The weather was nice enough to complete some spring yard work and talk to the neighbors . . . from a safe social distance of course. I also found just enough time at the sewing machine to finish my quilt top for… Continue reading The Kindness Project: Mystery quilt top is complete

The Kindness Project: A mystery quilt sew along (Day 3)

Hello quilting friends! I\'m back sharing my progress on The Kindness Project, a mystery quilt sew-along hosted by Sweet Treasures Quilts. Today is Sew Day 3, a super fun sewing day where we put together two large blocks. My blocks are nearly identical, so I\'ve just shown one in this photo. All of the information (fabric… Continue reading The Kindness Project: A mystery quilt sew along (Day 3)

The Kindness Project: A mystery quilt sew along (Days 1 & 2)

Earlier this week I introduced you to The Kindness Project, a mystery quilt sew-along hosted by Sweet Treasures Quilts. The goal is for us each to sew a lap quilt which we gift to someone else . . . someone who has been affected by COVID-19, or maybe someone who has served as a hero… Continue reading The Kindness Project: A mystery quilt sew along (Days 1 & 2)

Kindness Project: a mystery quilt sew along with Sweet Treasures Quilts

In the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, many of us are turning to sewing as mental health therapy. If we are in a stay-home/stay-safe situation, it’s a great way to keep our minds and hands busy. It’s also a great time to sew service projects. Terri Staats, shop owner of Sweet Treasures Quilts in Keizer,… Continue reading Kindness Project: a mystery quilt sew along with Sweet Treasures Quilts

Holiday themed rag quilt with Sweet Treasures Quilts

I’ve lost count of how many quilts I’ve made over the years, which is probably a good thing. (I might be embarrassed to know the total number.) But in all my years of sewing and quilting, I had never made a rag quilt . . . until recently that is! Armed with a great pattern… Continue reading Holiday themed rag quilt with Sweet Treasures Quilts