“starstruck”, a finished quilt and lessons learned

If you’ve been following my blog for any amount of time, you have probably heard me going on and on about my star-flower quilt along quilt. I’ve been working on it since mid-summer. I’m happy to say that it is finally (FINALLY) done. Pieced, basted, quilted and bound. I don’t think I’ve ever been happier […]

spring (in the middle of autumn)

It’s been a bit of a while since my last post. Our home has been hit by one nasty cold after another, circling our family (with the notable exception of my husband) not twice, but three times. That being said, I’ve still managed to sneak in moments of craftiness. Today I’m sharing a bag I’ve […]

Jumping in – A Q4 Finish-A-Long

Alrighty folks. Brace yourself. This is one of those embarrassing moments (somewhat akin to discovering your skirt has been stuck in your pantyhose, or maybe like having someone drop in on a definitely not company ready house). This is me, laying out my work-in-progress items. Feel free to gasp, sigh, or turn away disgusted. It’s […]

good intentions vs. a new project… and finish

Today’s project is something I’ve been thinking of making for a LONG time. It could even fall under the category of “necessity”. My daughter has needed a bag for our congregation meetings so she can hold her books and pencils and pad for a long, long time. She had been making do with a little […]

Finally!

Today’s post will be short and sweet. You have heard me going on about finishing my star flower quilt top for quite some time. (Way too long!) I’m happy to report that with the exception of some borders (awaiting the last step in the tutorial), this baby is done. I will focus on my backing […]