I get asked all the time if I accept quilts for long arm quilting with minky fabric for the back. The answer is a resounding YES! Minky makes the most soft and luxurious blankets. I have had very little trouble quilting minky backed quilts. In fact, there is no reason that a quilt could not … Continue reading Tips for Using Minky as a Quilt Back
Every quilt has a story. Well, at least mine all do. For me and my quilts, a lot of the story takes place before the quilt is even begun. This is because my favorite parts of quilting are dreaming, planning, and scheming. My ghost quilt started in an unusual way. It started with a bundle … Continue reading A Ghost Quilt Story
When fall arrives it brings out the nesting instinct in me. I start craving soup for every meal, baking moves to the top of my to-do list and suddenly I feel it's time to cozy up the house with new textures and smells. While I love holiday decorating, I don't enjoy how quickly the seasons … Continue reading Little Acorn Pillow {Tutorial}
Every autumn I fall in love with pumpkins all over again. They have to be the cutest thing that grows on a vine. I love the round shape and the mostly smooth texture. I love all of the shades of orange, yellow, white and green. And even better, I like eating chocolate chip pumpkin cookies. … Continue reading Easy Fabric Pumpkins {Tutorial}
Truth is, I am a Beatles fan. Have been for a while. And sneaking their song lyrics into my home is a hobby of mine. Also, my sofa needs pillows. I have been making them at the speedy rate of one a year the last two years. So yeah, my sofas still need pillows. This … Continue reading Love is All You Need {Pillow Tutorial}
