Category Archives: Hobbies

Do You "Quilt Along?"

Another of my Fall 2016 projects is a Quilt Along which is offered by  Sew Fresh Quilts Blog. This is the MOD Bear Paw QAL (Quilt Along). #MODbearpawQAL Lorna has many fun, modern quilt patterns and I love that she … Continue reading

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Mystery Quilt Challenge 

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

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National Sewing Month – 2016

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

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

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

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Pillowcase Lady Day

  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

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