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Still In My Happy Zone
I've been happy as can be working away on my happy blocks. Debbie suggested that I rename the quilt "Maison Joyeuse", which I thought was an excellent idea. Several of you have inquired as to the size of the blocks, and they are a perfect 8 1/2 inches. Love that size block. I want…
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Are You Happy Yet?
YES!! I am very happy now. Look how cute these little blocks are, who wouldn't smile to see them? I have been dreaming of making a Kaleidoscope quilt, like Cindy at Hyacinth Designs made, but I have to wait for my special ruler to arrive. As soon as it comes, I will start cutting out…
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Let’s Have Some Color
Hey there. Hope you all had a good weekend. Mine was pretty good, with great springtime weather, some family time, and some sewing thrown in for good measure. I got the center section of Victory Stars all sewn together, and am going to set that project aside for a bit. I will be adding a…
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Paganini
It feels so good to have finished something. This little table topper is from the pattern "Paganini", a Schnibbles pattern designed by Carrie Nelson of Miss Rosie's Quilt Company. The pattern has three or four variations, including a beautiful one with a scalloped border. I made a variation of my own with this project, making…
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Some Happy Sewing
Time for some happy sewing! I decided due to some recent comments by a certain guest blogger/family member that it might be time to set aside the dark Civil War Reproduction fabrics for some cheerier stuff. It's ok. I get it. Yesterday morning I pulled out a couple of Schnibbles and Cotton Way patterns with…
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Needed Distraction
I definitely needed a distraction last week, and applied myself to assembling a Princess Castle. What do you think about that? This sort of task is not my forte by a long shot, so I went into it with some trepidation. My first problem was trying to figure out the drawings and assembly instructions. After…
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Guest Post: Sara’s “Silver Linings” Quilt
Mom's taking a little break, but will resume soon. The death of my cousin has hit all of us quite hard. Still, we wanted to have a little content for you. If you are long time followers of my mother's blog then you might be familiar with me. Four years ago, my then husband…
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A Little Break
Hello friends. I have had a significant loss in my family and need to take a break from blogging this week. My sweet 21 year old niece has passed away after a three and a half year long battle with cancer. Our hearts are broken, our spirits shattered, and we need a bit of time…
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Victory Star Kit Winner!
I am so excited to announce that the winner of the Victory Star quilt kit is SUE BABICH Congratulations Sue, I know you are going to love this quilt.
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Quilt Kit Give Away!
I have something so exciting to share with you all! As you know, I have been working on a quilt called Victory Star, designed by Paula Barnes for Red Crinoline Quilts. I bought a kit and took a class with Paula a few years back. Well, the friend I took the class with who also…
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