by lsmith | Jun 1, 2026 | Patterns
June is here, and so is a fresh batch of patterns. Whether you’re planning your next big project or just browsing for inspiration, there’s something new waiting for you this...
by lsmith | May 30, 2026 | Quilting Tips
Basting in cooking helps keep the food moist while cooking. On the other hand, basting in quilting and sewing keeps the fabrics from moving before they are stitched in detail. I am sure you have your favorite basting method, just like I have mine. I will share what...
by lsmith | May 30, 2026 | Quilting Tips
When I was 16, I couldn’t stay awake… the doctors thought it was mono – the kissing disease. But after weeks of testing and me progressively getting worse, they discovered that I had Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. It is a common autoimmune condition, especially for women....
by lsmith | May 19, 2026 | Patterns
Even quilters have their fan girl moments. For some it would be meeting Mary Ellen Fons, Alex Anderson, Ricky Tims, or Tula Pink. One of mine was for Andrew Lee. If you don’t know Andrew, let me introduce you. He is a three-time US Army combat veteran with 23...
by lsmith | May 14, 2026 | Patterns
Do you want to add names, words, or phrases to your quilts but aren’t confident in your handwriting? Or maybe the simple stencils at the local office store are just too boring? I am right there with you. Full disclosure — when I learned how to use Canva fonts to...
