I’m so happy to say I finished another pattern test. This one was a bit of great fun because I used some of my favourite fabrics; Stonehenge in lovely orange/ gold, Kona cotton in blue, leftover jelly roll strips from Kaffe Fasset and a leftover piece of bright colours on a black background that hadContinueContinue reading “Another Pattern Test Done!”
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From The Heart Blog Hop
It’s coming soon! Only 2 weeks to go! Then we will have 3 days of inspirational fun. I’m so looking forward to this hop which is being hosted by Carol from Just Let Me Quilt. Mark your calendars to check out these blogs from October 26 – 28. Look who will be inspiring you withContinueContinue reading “From The Heart Blog Hop”
To-Do Tuesday 27
This week has just spun by so quickly. I was able to teach at my Guild again on Saturday. My group of 5 were each busy with their own projects so I even managed a bit of time with my machine. One of these amazing ladies finished constructing her quilt top that she started pre-Covid.ContinueContinue reading “To-Do Tuesday 27”
It’s a Garden Party RAL Show and Tell
Show and Tell Day is coming Oct. 13 Tomorrow is the day for Show and Tell. Here is the list of the participants for you to visit. Blue Heron QuiltingThe Devoted QuilterKissed QuiltsDaughters of DorindaKathleen McMusingMs P Designs USAClever ChameleonBarbara DiegesRenee’s Quilting AddictionWords & StitchesLinda B CreativeSeams To Be Sew As always, I would askContinueContinue reading “It’s a Garden Party RAL Show and Tell”
I Love Thursday #17
I’m joining LeeAnna at Not Afraid of Color and a group of like minded people who share their likes or loves on Thursdays. It’s so inspiring to see such positive posts every week! Once again I’m late linking up but yesterday was a day away from home. I love the fall and the colours ofContinueContinue reading “I Love Thursday #17”
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”
September Time and Stash Report
Kate Life in Pieces September was a month where life got in the way but some days I did manage at least my 15 minutes; some days more and I had several where not a minute was spent with my fabric or sewing machine. Previous: 177/244 September: 20/30 Total days goal met: 197/274 Stash report:ContinueContinue reading “September Time and Stash Report”
September Block Report
My blocks this year have been: January 196 Blocks February 66 Blocks March 43 Blocks April 173.5 Blocks May 42 Blocks June 42 Blocks July 137 Blocks August 18 Blocks September 32 Blocks – BB Song test 1 – Hello Fall Runner 3 – Baby Blue Quilt 12 – WWB Pattern Test 16 Previous Total:ContinueContinue reading “September Block Report”
To Do Tuesday 26
Last week I was hoping to meet the following goals: 1. Keep working on my test pattern project for The Quilt Pattern Magazine. Just about finished piecing the blocks. 2. Keep working on my test pattern for Kris at Phoebe Moon. Cutting fabric. 3. Start sewing my test pattern for Sarah. Haven’t been able toContinueContinue reading “To Do Tuesday 26”
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!
2020 FAL Q4 List
Can you believe we are in the final quarter of the year that keeps giving? What other October surprises are we to experience? For my goals this quarter I am trying to keep it minimalized. 1. Complete the 5 pattern tests I am committed to. 2. Do 2 Commissions; a summer quilted duvet cover andContinueContinue reading “2020 FAL Q4 List”
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”
2020 FAL Q3 List
2020 FAL Q3 List I managed to finish all of the projects I had set as my goals and advance the other projects I had intended to. This quarter has a few challenges so let’s see how far I get with my goals on the List: Take my machine in to the hospital for repairsContinueContinue reading “2020 FAL Q3 List”
To-Do Tuesday #25
I’ll be linking up late with Roseanne and Sue at their To-Do Tuesday Linky party on their blog Home Sewn By Us. My list last week was incomplete. I forgot to list my entry for the Hello Fall Blog Hop hosted by Carla at Creatin’ in The Sticks. So here’s my list with some updates:ContinueContinue reading “To-Do Tuesday #25”
I Love Thursday #15
I will be joining some friends over at LeeAnna’s Blog, Not Afraid of Color to share posts about things we love or like. It’s a weekly thing and I’m sure you will find something to make you smile or even some quilty inspiration. Lord knows we could all use both added to our lives rightContinueContinue reading “I Love Thursday #15”
Hello Fall Blog Hop
Isn’t it the perfect way to start fall with a blog hop hosted by Carla at Creatin’ in the Sticks. Did you check the bloggers who have already shared their posts? Today I am sharing my day with the following bloggers: Creatin’ In The Sticks Bumbleberry Stitches Samelia’s Mum Life in the Scrapatch Storied QuiltsContinueContinue reading “Hello Fall 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”
It’s a Garden Party
Are you ready for more eye candy/quilty inspiration? Here is the lineup for Thursday, September 24, 2020 Charisma’s Corner | Clever ChameleonDragonfly’s Quilting Design Studio | Kathy’s Kwilts and MoreMountain Meadow Designs Stop by for some inspiration, free patterns, giveaways and be sure to comment to let these bloggers know what you think. Take theContinueContinue reading “It’s a Garden Party”
Hello Fall Day 3
Here are the sites for Wednesday’s bloggers: Wednesday, September 23rd Quiltscapes Ms P Designs USA Stitching At Home Just Because Quilts Beaquilter Patchwork Breeze Selina Quilts Lily Patch Quilts Not Afraid of Color Quilting and Learning; What a Combo Stop by, check out the quilty inspirations and don’t forget to show some love by leavingContinueContinue reading “Hello Fall Day 3”
Quilt Schmilt 