Remember approaching your mom as a child saying, “I’m bored.” And now as an adult you still hear yourself saying it, “I’m bored, I want to do something productive, imaginative, something out of the ordinary. I want to make something but I don’t know what.” Today we are going to[Read more]
I had never heard of a “guestbook” quilt prior to Courtney’s engagement. She, however, had been scouring the internet for ideas. She didn’t want the typical, traditional guestbook – who would, right?! With a smirk on my face I wasn’t surprised. Creativity was built into the genes of my girls. With[Read more]
My successful sewing repertoire now includes sewing knits! I have some gorgeous, comfy finished clothing projects now sewn with knits! Yes, you heard right…SUCCESS! In my quest to learn how to sew more clothing items, I’d been a little apprehensive about sewing knits. I realized that by limiting myself to[Read more]
Autumnal weather is upon us sporadically in Nebraska. I’m gearing up for my favorite season with its crisp cool air, warm sunshine, changing colors, and rich foods. I made a really simple and quick table runner to dress the table for the season. [Tweet “A really simple and quick table[Read more]
Pillows, Pillows, Pillows…don’t you just love pillows! Pillows are great for that pop of color to brighten the room. They are perfect to finish the “look” and if you have several, you can lounge in them and take a little nap. Are you interested in learning how to make awesome pillow[Read more]
When I’m at the sewing machine, I find myself grabbing for these sewing tools over and OVER again. I’ve found that the right tools make the finished product more professional looking. This is what I tell my kids at school when we are kicking off our textiles unit: [Tweet “Having[Read more]
After taking my first real life sewing class (more about that here), I’ve jumped right in to making more garments. I sifted through recommendations of beginning sewing books and stumbled upon this gem: Love at First Stitch. I ordered myself a copy and behold, it was on my doorstep two[Read more]
You may remember a previous post Finding an Attractive Modern Block to Update an Old Standard and my dilemma of wanting to make a modern wedding ring quilt. My choices were narrowed down to three…and now I’ve finally settle on one! Jump Rings Quilt After further reviewing my criteria, I think the[Read more]