CHA-TINK!

CHA-TINK!

by | Feb 15, 2022 | Quilting Tips

Last week, I was feverishly trying to finish a quilt before a magazine deadline. As many of you can appreciate, when you are on a tight deadline, things that never seem to be a problem, become a problem. Even the good things can work against you. First, I was very...
By the Seashore

By the Seashore

by | Feb 13, 2022 | Shop

There is something soothing about the sea. The sound of the waves crashing against the shore is rhythmic, occasionally broken by the sound of birds. Sand and pebble beaches collect the spoils of the sea – driftwood, shells, sea glass, and other treasures. I know...
Block Spotlight – Star Wheel

Block Spotlight – Star Wheel

by | Feb 11, 2022 | Challenge

Every month, I look forward to the EQ8 block spotlight. Jenny picks blocks I probably would not have thought to use within a quilt. So, it stretches my imagination and gets me out of my comfort zone. Many of these become quilts I want to make. This month the block...
Hiding the Shadows

Hiding the Shadows

by | Feb 7, 2022 | Quilting Tips

Have you ever worked on a quilt with really dark and light fabrics together? Have you noticed that sometimes those dark colors are visible, peaking out near the seams?  Those dark pieces are known as shadows. These shadows are annoying to say the least. In a show...
Rohan Rouge

Rohan Rouge

by | Feb 2, 2022 | Shop

February brings two thoughts to mind, Valentine’s Day and snow. Both make me wish for flowers.  My sweetheart of a hubby always gives me beautiful flowers, which I set in my studio. They help me to smile all day long. On the other hand, snow makes me long for...