Panda Paws

Panda Paws

by | Mar 18, 2022 | Shop

Did you know that April 16, 2022 is the 50th anniversary of giant pandas at the Washington Smithsonian Zoo? If you haven’t visited the zoo to see the pandas, it is a must see on your next trip to Washington, D.C. We are fortunate to live so close to the zoo. We...
An Irish Blessing for Quilters

An Irish Blessing for Quilters

by | Mar 17, 2022 | Quilting Tips

May your spools and bobbins be full, May your stash be colorful and plenty, May your scissors and needles be sharp, May your seams be even and true, And may your quilts be filled with the love in your hearts.   Laureen...
Mass Migration

Mass Migration

by | Mar 16, 2022 | Shop

Each fall we see hundreds of birds, particularly geese, fly south for the winter. In our neighborhood, we see many geese, some of whom are already back this spring and getting ready to nest. I always mark when I see the first robin of spring. My neighbor counts on the...
Solidarity Sunflower for World Central Kitchen

Solidarity Sunflower for World Central Kitchen

by | Mar 15, 2022 | Quilting Tips

When the Russian invasion of Ukraine began, I designed the Solidarity Sunflower as a way to pull myself from the news. Now, it has become a way to give back. I made the pattern available for free so that we could help flood the world with a show of support for the...
Dresden Blades

Dresden Blades

by | Mar 10, 2022 | Shop

One question will always be asked during a class “Where do I get that tool?” That tool is usually a ruler or other notion which I have found makes my patterns easier. Up until recently, I would give a link to a local quilt shop, on-line quilt shop, or...