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Can’t Stop This Music

Feb 3, 2018

I got word this week that I didn't make the cut as one of the 2018 52Quilters (strike #5 off my 2018 Plan). The Universe is telling me to reserve that energy for another area that needs my attention. To be honest, I'm slightly relieved to have one less thing on my "to...

Comin’ Around the Bend

Jan 27, 2018

I had been quilting a year before I saw in person what other quilters were making. I didn't grow up around quilters. I didn't belong to a guild. I hadn't had any in-person classes. I learned the art of quilt making through watching YouTube. Relentlessly. One video led...

Freckled Turtle Party

Jan 21, 2018

So far, even though some things in my 2018 plan are underway, 2018 has been teaching me a lesson in slowwwing dowwwn -- while adding things to my life (like this blog!). I'm definitely not 25 with the energy of three people anymore! Because a lot of what I've been up...

The Epic Fabric Trip

Jan 5, 2018

For two Christmases now, I've asked for fabric money to spend at Thread Bear Fabrics at their end-of-year sale. Between my gift money and the great sale prices, I come home with more than I typically would find reasonable. Hence, this! Oh. Heavenly Fabric. Several of...

Kaffe 2018 Mystery Quilt

Jan 1, 2018

Happy New Year, Quiltabulous Friends! It's almost time for the Kaffe Fassett Mystery Quilt! Kaffe Fassett is the king of color. I had the pleasure of attending one of his lectures on color a couple of years back and I have several of his books. His prints are SO full...

Polka Dots and Geese with Hats

Dec 29, 2017

Welcome to another installment of Full Fabric Friday! ... where I chat a bit about a fabric line, a shop, or offer some other such fabric musings. Mr. District is originally from South Bend, Indiana, and we go up to visit with his Mom and extended family for the...