Quilters Unlimited 2023 Quilt Exhibit
by lsmith | Jun 5, 2023 | General Quilting
I am always excited to see the work of other quilters. It is fun to see what colors, designs, and techniques interest them. With some, I stop to wonder what has inspired them. This week, my guild, Quilters Unlimited, is sharing their quilt exhibition online. The...Threading the Needle
by lsmith | Dec 10, 2022 | General Quilting, Quilting Tips
The only debate that could be greater than cotton vs polyester thread in the quilting world is probably to pre-wash or not to pre-wash fabrics. I am not going to jump into either debate here. But I do want to share some information about how to pick the right thread...
Making Space
by lsmith | Dec 3, 2022 | General Quilting
Some of us are lucky and have dedicated space for our quilting. Others need to share their space with others. Those dedicated or shared spaces may be large or small. Regardless, of the size or type of space, it needs to be functional! It needs to have as much...Making Time
by lsmith | Dec 2, 2022 | General Quilting
As much as the holidays are a time of joy, they can also be stressful. This is especially true when we are separated from ones we love. During times of stress, self-care is important, which includes starting or maintaining healthy habits. Believe it or not, quilting...
Quilting Basics
by lsmith | Dec 1, 2022 | General Quilting
Preparation, Celebration and Gifts December is synonymous with preparation and celebration. Those celebrations may culminate in Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or the New Year. Regardless of your culture or beliefs, it is a time when we deal with a change in significant...