Here is my list of what is happening in my quilting life; time spent, goals, stash and PHD Report. I was MIA last week since I was completely tied up with travelling to my friend’s studio and getting the longarm set up and working. I felt confident travelling to my quilty partner’s home since sheContinueContinue reading “This Week’s Goals”
Tag Archives: New Projects
Hearts on Fire Jan 22
As all good things come to an end so, too, do Blog Hops. Today is the final day of what has been a fun and inspiring Blog Hop. I’d like to thank Carol from Just Let Me Quilt for organizing a hop that has been fun and hopefully a bit of bright, happy positive funContinueContinue reading “Hearts on Fire Jan 22”
My Weekly Recap
Here is my weekly list of what is happening in my quilting life; time spent, goals, stash and PHD Report. My Weekly Goals – To Do Tuesday #41 Linking with Home Sewn Buy Us Last week’s list: 1. Spend some more time cleaning out the scrap bins. Still have 3 baggies to go. 2. SendContinueContinue reading “My Weekly Recap”
Weekend Sewing Fun
I’ve been continuing on with cutting the scraps from my bin into the appropriate sizes of squares, strings and HST’s but got a bit sidetracked playing with the scraps so I’m still working on the last 3 baggies. I did get 18 – 32 patch panels done with a few 😉 of my 2 1/2”ContinueContinue reading “Weekend Sewing Fun”
Joy in the Journey BOM
Debra Davis has started a new BOM with her first block out now. I’ve done a few of the QAL’s from Tuning My Heart and enjoyed them. It’s a great blog with several free BOMs each year to challenge yourself and learn new skills.
Playing With Scraps
In keeping with my goal to clean out my scrap bins, I cut several stacks of 2 1/2” and 4 1/2” squares with my Accuquilt cutter and dies. I’ve been having issues with the Covid brain fog (or perhaps too much American news on tv?) so haven’t been able to muster the concentration I needContinueContinue reading “Playing With Scraps”
My Centre Block for SAHRR
Gail from Quilting Gail and a bunch of quilty friends decided that we need to do a Covid version of a Round Robin. In this version, we keep our quilts at home and build each round ourselves. Here’s their links: Chris @ ChrisknitssewsEmily @ The Darling DogwoodAnja @ Anja QuiltsRoseanne & Sue @ Home SewnContinueContinue reading “My Centre Block for SAHRR”
To Do Tuesday #38
Here it is Tuesday and time to link our posts with Roseanne and Sue from Home Sewn By Us for their To.Do Tuesday Linky Party. Last week I decided to set the following goals to keep some Projects moving along: 1. Spend some more time cleaning out the scrap bins. No progress here 2. KeepContinueContinue reading “To Do Tuesday #38”
December DrEAMI
This month was a crazy one with trying to get ready for the holidays while not feeling up to par and DH having medical issues/tests and appointments. I realized early on that I needed some handwork to keep myself occupied while sitting in the car waiting for DH to finish with appointments and tests. IContinueContinue reading “December DrEAMI”
I Love Thursdays #25
Have you ever checked out the friends that get together over on LeeAnna’s blog Not Afraid of Color with their lists of things that bring them joy? If not you really should. 😉 My list of things that bring me joy or happiness is probably pretty common. I love it when my daughter surprises meContinueContinue reading “I Love Thursdays #25”
It’s My Turn on the Virtual Cookie Exchange!
At last we are getting this party started with the first of 4 days of fun! I’ve been looking forward to this hop, filled with eye candy and sweet treats for our holiday season.Will you be following the amazing posts from the team on the Virtual Cookie Exchange &Christmas Blog Hop-being hosted by Carol fromContinueContinue reading “It’s My Turn on the Virtual Cookie Exchange!”
Pattern Testing – Waltzing With Bears
I had the great privilege of testing a pattern, Waltzing With Bears, by a designer I really admire, Sandra Walker who shares her patterns and projects at MMM Quilts. Sandra is a fellow Canadian and an Island Batik Ambassador. I’ve followed her blog and made a few quilts from her patterns and was thrilled toContinueContinue reading “Pattern Testing – Waltzing With Bears”
Autumn Jubilee 2020
This is one of my favourite sign that Fall has arrived and we are easing in to our fall/winter sewing routines. Just click on the photo to be taken to Carole’s site for all the details of her annual fun!
October OMG
October will be a busy month for me. 1. Finish my project for the From The Heart Blog Hop which starts October 26. 2. Complete the pattern test for Sandra. 2. Complete the pattern test for Sarah. 3. Complete the pattern test for Kris. 4. Complete the pattern test for The Quilt Pattern Magazine. 5.ContinueContinue reading “October OMG”
From The Heart Blog Hop
The word is out that Carol from Just Let Me Quilt is hosting another Blog Hop from October 26-28. The list of bloggers taking part is truly inspiring. You just might find a new project, pattern or even a prize to try to win! Mark your calendars and be prepared for some special eye candy!ContinueContinue reading “From The Heart Blog Hop”
To-Do Tuesday #24
How have you been doing this week? Did you get a chance to pop by Roseanne and Sue’s Blog Home Sewn by Us to see everyone’s weekly goals last week? My list of goals for last week were: 1. Finish cutting and start sewing 3 new pattern test projects.Done! 2. Continue working on my projectContinueContinue reading “To-Do Tuesday #24”
Garden Party
It’s that time again! Time to party! Marian at Seams to be Sew has been hard at work organizing her annual fall RAL and has rounded up 50+ participants this year and an incredible list of sponsors. Thanks Marian for another great experience being part of your hop. In keeping with the It’s a GardenContinueContinue reading “Garden Party”
Blooming Time
This is another pattern that I tested for The Quilt Pattern Magazine. The pattern is written by Barbara Chojnacki. It finishes at 58 1/2” x 70 1/2”. The instructions are well written, includes great diagrams and are very complete. It is scheduled for publication in the September issue of the ezine. The final fabric pullContinueContinue reading “Blooming Time”
To-Do Tuesday #22
Another week with fires, doctors appointments, Guild Meetings and all day power outages. Such a fun, busy week I’ve had! My list for last weeks To-Do Tuesday was (I thought) completely doable! Boy was I wrong. 😢 Here it is complete with updates: 1. Finish the pattern test quilt to flimsy stage. Done! Can’t waitContinueContinue reading “To-Do Tuesday #22”
I Love Thursday #10
Another week of adventures; some good, some just plain strange. I love that DH has finally been able to get up and start walking a bit more. It’s really good since on Friday he should be getting his staples out! I am especially happy that my daughter has been here for almost two weeks andContinueContinue reading “I Love Thursday #10”
Quilt Schmilt 