Category Archives: Sewing

October 2017 – Not Done List

Posted on October 31, 2017 by Quiltmouse

My attempt to get my stitching mojo back, has run into a major road block. To paraphrase – The best-laid plans of (QuiltMouse) and men often go awry. The beginning of the month I shared a list of projects I … Continue reading →

Posted in OMG, Quilting, Quilts, Sewing | 3 Comments

VSSM Collector – 1951 Centennial Featherweight (221)

Posted on September 6, 2017 by Quiltmouse

Not a quilting post, but related. I’ve always loved history, so antiques interest me. But not just any old antiques. Old items that have a special meaning to me. Now you may be wondering exactly what a VSSM is. It … Continue reading →

Posted in Hobbies, Sewing, Uncategorized | Tagged VSSM | 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

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 →