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That Dritz Pen

Hi all! I had so many questions on the water pen for removing blue pen marks, that I decided to pop on and make a quick post. I bought mine several years ago, but a quick search showed a place … Continue reading

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Leader/Ender Update

I’m up to 20 blocks now, all made using the leader/ender method. I played a bit with layouts again. I will probably make at least 16 more blocks. I’m not tired of them yet! Have a great day!

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You Snooze, You Lose!

Hey Willy, don’t go to sleep! It’s the last day for the 25% off paper pantographs at Urban Elementz ! Sale ends at midnight tonight. I used a panto called Yarn Tangle on this batik quilt. When you click on … Continue reading

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Books

I love to read! Good thing since I used to be a librarian. Anyway, I thought I’d share a few recent books that I have enjoyed reading or listening to. I enjoyed this first one way more than I expected … Continue reading

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Finish It Up Friday ~ The Flag Quilt

This has been done for a while, but I’m happy to finally share it with you today. This will be awarded to a veteran or active duty military persons through the Quilt of Valor Foundation . You can find the … Continue reading

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The Loveliest of Surprises

I received the loveliest surprise in the mail from Diane at O’Quilts . Isn’t this amazing? There is just so much to look at here! The fabrics are gorgeous and that original border is fascinating! A number of the fabrics … Continue reading

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Batik Progress

I finished piecing the two batik tops. Both are 40 by 48 inches. Here’s the first. And the second. I’m really not a big fan of purple, but I was given this fabric and it works well with the batik … Continue reading

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Choosing Pantographs

I get questions about pantographs that I use on my long arm all the time. A few years ago, I put together this post discussing these as I thought  it would be helpful to new long armers. Since Urban Elementz … Continue reading

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More Batik Strip Blocks

I’m back at it here. I took the rest of these blocks and sewed them into strips. It is so irritating that I have that piece on the right left over! Anyway, today I’m looking for something to cut into … Continue reading

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Pantographs and Urban Elementz

When I bought my first long arm, I didn’t think I would ever use pantographs. Boy, was I wrong! Don’t get me wrong, I love free motion work, ruler work etc., but pantos have their place. Pantographs assure even density … Continue reading

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