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Something New

I bought this layer cake a while back. It has aged enough that I’m ready to use it. It goes well with this piece I picked up in Phoenix. I cut squares of solid fabrics and alternated solids and stripes … Continue reading

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Ugh

If you are squeamish, look away now. Don’t say I didn’t warn you! I decided this would be the first UFO I would tackle. Those dang thistle leaves are why I set it aside. For the one on the right, … Continue reading

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QOVs 2018

I made three Quilts of Valor this year and all three have been awarded. I also quilted upwards of 30 QOVs for the Stitching Sisters QOV group this year. I look forward to getting my next batch of tops to … Continue reading

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Finish It Up Friday ~ Swiss Crosses

On Christmas Eve, Lori at Humble Quilts , shared a tutorial for a small quilt called Swiss Cross. I decided to give it a go. I wanted the large triangles to be the same as the background shirting, but I … Continue reading

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House Blocks for California Fire Survivors

I read about about a block drive to make quilts for those affected by the wildfires in California. You can find all the necessary info HERE. The blocks are ten inch house blocks. I decided to fussy cut pieces for … Continue reading

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Bed Quilts 2018

It is time to look back over the last year and see what I accomplished in the sewing room. This will take several posts. First, the big ones! I completed quite a few bed size quilts this past year. I … Continue reading

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UFO Parade 2019

Happy New Year! I’ve been searching high and low for all of my currents UFOs. Here is the list: 1. These blocks are from a swap hosted by Barb at Fun with Barb. 2. These blocks were eliminated from my … Continue reading

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UFO Parade 2018 ~ Results

In January of each year, I like to take stock of all my UFOs. At the end of the year, I like to see how I did on finishing the items on that list. Here is a rundown on my … Continue reading

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Slow Stitching Sunday and Answers to Questions

Slow progress on my slow stitching. I had questions yesterday about this photo. Laura asked how I hang my stockings. I use stocking hangers to hold a curtain rod like this: Since our family continues to grow, I don’t have … Continue reading

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Christmas Decorating with Quilts

I’ll be taking down my Christmas decorations soon, but I thought I’d share them with you before I do. We kept things very simple this year since we were in Arizona for a good chunk of December. I put up … Continue reading

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