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Summertime, Summertime, Sum Sum Summertime!!

Summertime. It's almost here!!! Lazy hazy HOT days, picnics, trips to the beach, and a long list of books that I want to read. There's just something about summertime that makes me want to pick up a good book and... Continue reading

Posted yesterday at The Teacher's Pet

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Pre Quilt Market, Post Quilt Market

(Disclaimer - no corgi's were harmed in the filming of this post. And yes, Ella Fitzgerald does get royalties from the use of her images. Peanut Butter Mother Hubbards biscuits are quite well received) With my trusty sidekick filling in... Continue reading

Posted 4 days ago at The Teacher's Pet

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It's a Mom thing

Thirty short years ago, my life was blessed in a way I could never have imagined when this sweet angel came into this world and made me a mom. Of all the things in this world that I have wanted... Continue reading

Posted May 12, 2013 at The Teacher's Pet

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Pre-Market Frenzy

Whew! Like everyone else preparing for market, I'm in the middle of my frenzy! Even though I will not be having a booth this market (a first for me!!!) - I've been preparing for a lot of events and will... Continue reading

Posted May 10, 2013 at The Teacher's Pet

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And The Winner Is . . .

Cindy! Who posted: What a beautiful basket block...I would love to have this book and can't wait to see the other blogs so I can see the rest of the book....such a great giveaway. Posted by: Cindy | April 23,... Continue reading

Posted May 2, 2013 at The Teacher's Pet

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Hi Everyone! Just an update to answer questions - - the block finished size is 16". The fabrics used are from my upcoming new collection for Red Rooster Fabrics called "Mia". You'll see this new collection hitting quilt shops in late August - early September!

Commented Apr 23, 2013 on Large Blocks Blog Tour at The Teacher's Pet

Large Blocks Blog Tour

It's a great day for a blog tour today! We are so excited that our friend - Vickie Eapen of Spun Sugar Quilts - has joined the ranks of Martingale authors and is celebrating the release of her first book... Continue reading

Posted Apr 23, 2013 at The Teacher's Pet

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Large Block Quilts Blog Tour - Starts Today!!!!

My good friend and fellow Martingale author Vickie Eapen of Spun Sugar Quilts is introducing her new book "Large Block Quilts" in a blog tour that starts today! She has quite a host of tour stops that I know you... Continue reading

Posted Apr 20, 2013 at The Teacher's Pet

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What do you get when you . . .

Take one wet, cool, dreary day outside. Add 5 fat quarters and a half yard of neutral. Disappear into your sewing room for 2 1/2 hours And what do you get? A "Lickety Split" table runner! Its ready for the... Continue reading

Posted Apr 11, 2013 at The Teacher's Pet

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Shhhhhhhh . . . . .

It's so hard when this time of the year rolls around and I have to kind of keep things under wraps until spring market. But I think a few sneak peeks of what's coming your way can't hurt anything, right?... Continue reading

Posted Apr 8, 2013 at The Teacher's Pet

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Home Again, Home Again, Jiggety Jig

We just returned from a magnificent few days in sunny Destin, Florida! We made new friends - reconnected with old friends, and made memories to last a lifetime! Who could ask for more than that? We got to Destin late... Continue reading

Posted Mar 3, 2013 at The Teacher's Pet

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On the road again!

I know it's a tough job, but somebody's gotta do it! Take a peek at my home away from home for the next week: I know - I know - tough job, right? I'm SO excited to be joining a... Continue reading

Posted Feb 25, 2013 at The Teacher's Pet

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Fun for the Kiddo's

You know that old song with the lyrics that in part go: Make new friends, but keep the old One is silver and the other gold Well today we are introducing our new (silver) friend: Peek-a-Boo Pals is our newest... Continue reading

Posted Jan 29, 2013 at The Teacher's Pet

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I Hear Tale - - - - Alligator Tales that is!!!!

I've had confirmed sightings of Alligator Tales showing up in quilt shops across the US. And - awesome quilts, kits and tons of fun being included along the way!!! Here's Mary holding her shop sample for Bright Hopes Quilt Shop... Continue reading

Posted Jan 28, 2013 at The Teacher's Pet

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The Gator Is In The House!!!

Alligator Tales that is!!! My newest fabric line with Red Rooster has finally arrived! It seems like I've been waiting for this one forever - but it's actually been no longer than any other line! And I love it. Seriously.... Continue reading

Posted Sep 5, 2012 at The Teacher's Pet

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Aug 7, 2012

Only in Louisiana . . . Can you quilt all day with a gator by your side!!! Day 2 of Strip-Smart Quilting with an awesome group of ladies down here in Houma LA!! Continue reading

Posted Aug 7, 2012 at The Teacher's Pet

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Buzz Cut!

This summer is just BUZZING by for me - - how about you? Between finishing one fabric line, starting another, workingonstuffIcan'trevealatthemoment stuff, getting ready for the Checker Distributor's Open House in August, a new pattern series that I have fallen... Continue reading

Posted Jul 29, 2012 at The Teacher's Pet

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PDF Downloads

My girlfriend Tara at Sew Unique Creations has an interesting discussion going on over on her facebook page! http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Sew-Unique-Creations/377402266313 There's been a lot of controversy over this issue - on the side of designers and quiltshops and customers alike! As... Continue reading

Posted Jul 10, 2012 at The Teacher's Pet

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PDF Downloads

My girlfriend Tara at Sew Unique Creations has an interesting discussion going on over on her facebook page! http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Sew-Unique-Creations/377402266313 There's been a lot of controversy over this issue - on the side of designers and quiltshops and customers alike! As... Continue reading

Posted Jul 10, 2012 at The Teacher's Pet

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Drumroll please . . . . .

Thanks once again to everyone who hopped along with us and got a chance to win a book or just have fun taking a peek at our new book - More Take 5 Quilts! Our little stinker - Cougar -... Continue reading

Posted Jun 24, 2012 at The Teacher's Pet

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More Take 5 Quilts Blog Hop - Simply Wonderful Wrap Up!

I cannot believe how fast this week has passed, and how wonderful it was to visit with our rock star blog hosts this week!!! A HUGE thank you to all of our hosts: Tara of Sew Unique Creations Carrie Nelson... Continue reading

Posted Jun 23, 2012 at The Teacher's Pet

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Day 5 - Winding Down

It's day 5 here - and the last day (sort of) of our hop! You'll join me tomorrow at my place - right here - for the super duper something big is really in store for you wrap up, but... Continue reading

Posted Jun 22, 2012 at The Teacher's Pet

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Day 4 - Sisters, Sisters

I first met this dynamic duo last summer at Checker Distributor's Open House event. Oh, don't get me wrong. I knew Barb and Mary from Me and My Sister Designs from afar for many years - always loving their beautiful... Continue reading

Posted Jun 21, 2012 at The Teacher's Pet

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Day 3 - Are You Having Fun???

I know I sure am!!! And today - you're in for a real treat! Today's rock star is one of my best quilting buddies - Pam Vieira McGinnis - aka Pam Kitty Morning!!! I first met Pam several years ago... Continue reading

Posted Jun 20, 2012 at The Teacher's Pet

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Day 2 - And the Fun Rolls On!

WOW. All I can say is WOW. All of your comments about our newest book and the quilts yesterday left me speechless and humbled!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! And that brings us to today - and... Continue reading

Posted Jun 19, 2012 at The Teacher's Pet

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