Fawn in the Forest

Fawn in the Forest

by | May 16, 2021 | Shop

Yesterday, my son and I took Fergus (our Newfoundland that is often mistaken for a bear) on a walk in the woods. It was so peaceful with a gentle breeze, the warm sun peaking through the canopy of leaves that had just filled in. As we strolled along the well tended...
Rotary Cutters

Rotary Cutters

by | May 13, 2021 | Quilting Tips

Have you ever noticed that there are so many different types of rotary cutters? Why do we need so many different kinds? Is it just marketing? Well, it isn’t just marketing, some really do different things and have unique features. For example, some have more...
Star Dahlia

Star Dahlia

by | May 12, 2021 | Quilting Tips

Star Dahlia Dashing Dahlias It is time for the EQ8 Block Spotlight again! This month, it is the Star Dahlia, which is similar to the Jungle flower we tackled last year. This block can be made as a pieced block, but is probably easier to make as a combination of...
Building Blocks

Building Blocks

by | May 11, 2021 | Shop

My boys grew up with Bob the Builder, Legos and Tonka trucks. I loved to watch they play and create and sometimes destroy. My oldest liked to build castles and with Legos. Anyone who has had Legos in their house knows they end up everywhere and you find them best with...
Shore to Peaks

Shore to Peaks

by | May 10, 2021 | Magazine

I have some very exciting news to share with you today! Short to Peaks has been published in Quiltmaker’s July/August 2021 issue! It is a foundation pieced pattern made from Hoffman of California’s Watercolors. The editors at the magazine did an amazing...