Author Archives: Quiltmouse

About Quiltmouse

I am retired. I love to quilt. I make charity quilts as well as quilts for my friends & family.

National Sewing Month – 2016

Posted on September 7, 2016 by Quiltmouse

Some may say that sewing is a lost art. One time I asked a neighbor if he knew how to sew on a button and he admitted that he did not. He added that perhaps he should learn. But on the … Continue reading →

Posted in Quilting, Sewing | Tagged National Celebrations | 2 Comments

Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks Vol. 13–Blog Tour, Day 1

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Quiltmouse

One of the fun quilting things I do, along with 34 others, is to test patterns/instructions for Quiltmaker’s 100 Blocks special issue. Twice a year, Quiltmaker publishes a special issue with 100 Blocks from top designers. You will be sure … Continue reading →

Posted in QM 100 Blocks, Quilting | Tagged QM Blog Tour Spring 2016 | 2 Comments

Pillowcase Lady Day

Posted on April 30, 2016 by Quiltmouse

Yesterday was the Day of the Pillowcase. While enjoying another day of stitching in the beautiful Blue Ridge along with some talented, and sometimes funny ladies, I spent my time making pillowcases. Now why in the world would I … Continue reading →

Posted in Charity, Pillowcases, Sewing | Tagged Pillowcases | 2 Comments

Bag Lady Day

Posted on April 29, 2016 by Quiltmouse

Yesterday I was a Bag Lady. Honestly, I love tote bags – all kinds. This comes in handy because in our county all stores have to charge us a county “tax” of 5-cents for every plastic or paper bag … Continue reading →

Posted in Charity, Sewing | Tagged Beads of Courage | 2 Comments

Finally Some Sewing Getting Done

Posted on March 21, 2016 by Quiltmouse

For the past few months Life has gotten in the way of my sewing, but recently I’ve gotten back to it. But before I share what I’ve been sewing, I’ve got proof that it is Spring. After not sewing for … Continue reading →