Tool Deep Clean
by lsmith | Jan 13, 2022 | Quilting Tips
Next to my bobbin case, my iron probably collects the most dirt and grime. How you ask? Starch and fusible collect on my iron like hair in the shower drain. Disgusting analogy, but pretty accurate. My rulers have a collection of fingerprints, which mean I am...
Ocean City
On a cold winter’s day like this, it helps to think of something warm and wonderful. What could be more warm and wonderful than a day on the beach? Walking on the boardwalk wearing flip-flops, sunglasses, and your favorite summer outfit? Sipping on a fruity...
Buffing It Up
by lsmith | Jan 12, 2022 | Quilting Tips
What is a spa day without a buff and polish? Not complete! In that case, let’s buff up or sharpen our tools. The two most important tools to sharpen are scissors and rotary cutters. Remember, we already sharpened our needle by changing it! For some reason, many...Starfish Blues
by lsmith | Jan 11, 2022 | Quilting Tips
This month, the EQ8 block spotlight is on Birds and Star. In this block, an eight-pointed star is bordered with Birds in the Air units, which consist of three triangles for the birds and six triangles for the sky. My sister and my niece are visiting me this week. They...