Author Archives: Quiltmouse

About Quiltmouse

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

Mystery Quilt Challenge

Posted on September 12, 2016 by Quiltmouse

I like BOM (Block of the Month) and QAL (Quilt Alongs) that are frequently offered on the Internet or at Quilt Shops. A lot of the times these programs will challege me to learn something new. Sometimes you know what … Continue reading →

Posted in BOM, Charity, Quilting, Quilts | Tagged Baby Quilt, Project Linus | 1 Comment

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 →