Oh, hai Kitty

A coworker of mine is Hello Kitty crazy. I’m sure every office place has this person: the one whose office/cubicle is decorated to the nines in whatever their spouse has repeatedly put out at the curb for donation pick-up. You know him — he’s the...

Hey Vanna

  I’m a sucker for that stack of new crafting books at any retail store. Even though most have the same ideas recreated with the latest cute fabrics, there are times a new project grabs me. I’ve never sewn applique, or used a dresden plate. So, when I...

Oh My Stars

This week’s project — a baby star quilt. The walking foot my mom gifted me a few years ago is making quilting so much easier and prettier. I’m really enjoying this project! It is frustrating to have to leave in the morning, with my sewing table set...

Back to School Zips

The kids each wanted a pencil pouch for their backpacks. Come to find out the best way to get them involved is to suggest they pick the fabric, zipper and project. I was busy working on those baby quilts when they sat down, with curiosity, asking what I was working on...