by lsmith | Feb 28, 2022 | Quilting Tips, Shop
Like so many others, I found myself glued to the news this weekend, looking for anything positive. The range of my emotions ran from anger and disgust to sadness and helplessness. There were glimpses of hope, pride and encouragement sprinkled in there as well. One...
by lsmith | Feb 26, 2022 | Shop
I don’t know about you, but I am ready for spring. Around here, spring quickly jumps to summer, which means hot, hazy and lazy. Given my fair complexion, I am not normally a beach bunny. So, if you ask what my idea of a perfect beach day is, my response will...
by lsmith | Feb 25, 2022 | Shop
Growing up, my dad ensured that I had a healthy appreciation of cars. We visited car museums and he taught me to identify the model year of a 1950’s vehicle by the shape of its tail fins. I learned to appreciate rumble seats, crank starts, suicide doors, and...
by lsmith | Feb 17, 2022 | Shop
As with most young people, my sons love their video games. In their 20’s, they still play Minecraft, which apparently is quite normal. It is like digital Legos and who doesn’t like to play with Legos? The staying power of a well-crafted game, like...
by lsmith | 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...
by lsmith | 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...