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About Quiltmouse

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

Before It Begins–Pillowcase Sew-A-Thon 2015

Before I can settle down to making pillowcases I must first get dinner in the slow pot.  I don’t want to stop and waste valuable sewing time this afternoon to make dinner. This is where the Slow Pot comes in … Continue reading

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Go! Let’s Sew!! Pillowcase Sew-A-Thon 2015

Last week there was a scheduled 24-hour Pillowcase sew-A-Thon on September 18-19 to benefit Ryan’s Case for Smiles (Formerly ConKerr Cancer).  I was unable to attend the Sew-A-Thon at my LQS (Local Quilt Shop) last week so I set aside … Continue reading

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Get Set! Pillowcase Sew-A-Thon 2015

Don’t know about you, but I usually have a million projects going at once.  OK, maybe not a million – just feels like it sometimes! Now that doesn’t count things like laundry, housework, cooking, paying bills & grocery shopping.  Although … Continue reading

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How Much Fabric Does It Take To Make A Quilt?

Have you ever asked yourself that question? I know, the answer is “it depends.” Yes, it does depend on the size of the quilt you make.  Obviously a baby quilt takes less fabric than a King-size quilt. This is a … Continue reading

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On Your Mark! Pillowcase Sew-A-Thon 2015

Well, it’s not a race, but we’ve got to get ready!  You with me? First, let me tell you, I won’t be sewing pillowcases on the 18-19th.  I set aside Thursday, 9/24, stitching the pillowcases because I am busy this week. Before … Continue reading

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