by lsmith | Apr 12, 2020 | Quilting Tips
First, I want to thank my daughter and granddaughter for being such great mask models! In my post last week, I explained how to make a mask. The most important thank to remember is that if the materials are designated for human consumption or to be worn by humans, use...
by lsmith | Apr 7, 2020 | Tips and Tricks
Right now, my husband and I are supposed to be on a lovely river cruise in Europe…. However, we made the right call to stay home instead. The cruise will wait until this is over and it is safe. Real men wear masks for protection… not just to hide those...
by lsmith | Mar 20, 2020 | Quilting Tips, Tips and Tricks
Have you ever had a pattern that requires multiple half square triangles (HST) with the same two fabrics? When I first started quilting, I would actually use templates and cut each triangle and sew them together with limited success. Why did I have limited success?...
by lsmith | Mar 19, 2020 | Quilting Tips
A year ago, I had my business plan drafted and was signing paperwork to make my dream of owning a quilt business a reality. Today, I have a shop on Etsy that has my patterns for sale and the shop is doing well. I have about a dozen patterns in the progress, which will...
by lsmith | Mar 18, 2020 | Quilting Tips
Tourmaline & Thyme For those of you looking for materials to complete your projects or start a new one, there is no need to venture outside. I receive emails and blogs from dozens of quilt shops – large and small. Needless to say, I like supporting local...
