by lsmith | Jan 12, 2022 | Shop
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...
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...
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...
by lsmith | Jan 11, 2022 | Quilting Tips
This is not a new concept, but it may be the first time it is called a machine massage! The idea is to exercise your machine by having it go through each of your stitches. If you are going to take the time to do this exercise, why not have something to show for it....
by lsmith | Jan 10, 2022 | Quilting Tips
What exactly is a sewing machine makeover? Think of this as the equivalent of a cleaning, toning, and adding a little bit of cosmetics. First and foremost, with any cleaning you need to get deep. This means taking your machine apart (as far as you are comfortable) to...
by lsmith | Jan 9, 2022 | Quilting Tips
What is your New Year’s Resolution? I made few of them. One was to give my studio a spa treatment. Why not? Who doesn’t like a day being pampered. My equipment probably will like it too. Yes, I have probably been spending too much time in there during the...
by lsmith | Jan 8, 2022 | Quilting Tips
The January 2022 catalog has been published with lot of new patterns featured in it! Find a copy in the shop or on our Welcome page. Happy Quilting! Laureen
by lsmith | Dec 24, 2021 | Quilting Tips
We would like to take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, Happy Kwanza, Happy Hanukkah (a little late), and any other joyous holiday you celebrate this time of year. Now is the time to spend safely with friends and loved ones, if you are...
by lsmith | Dec 21, 2021 | Shop
People familiar with the Finger Lakes Region of New York often focus on three activities: boating, skiing, and wine tasting. All three of these are quite enjoyable in this picturesque region, but the area is also rich in history, particularly the Town of Canandaigua....
by lsmith | Dec 20, 2021 | Shop
What is a celebration without confetti and streamers? Ok neat people, easier to clean up is not the answer I was looking for… Confetti and streamers are synonymous with New Years Eve, parades, weddings, and parties of all sorts. Who doesn’t love the...
