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I've never done such a "random" sized block quilt (quite honestly, have known only 1 gal who has and hers turned out amazing!!!!!) but I can see some distinct advantages to the "make any block/any size/any fabric" idea. To often, the requested size block is a tad under-sized, or some such, and dealing with a stack like that can be a bit frustrating. Your quilt is gorgeous!!!!
Commented Nov 28, 2014 on Pat Sloan: Birthday Quilt Progress at Pat Sloan's Blog
Pat Sloan: Birthday Quilt Progress
Progress was made yesterday on my Birthday Quilt! If you missed what it's about, I asked people to send me blocks last year at this time and I'm setting them into a birthday quilt for myself.. fun fun fun! You all out did yourselves and the quilt is coming together so fantastic. Below are some c...
This is awesome.....I haven't done a ton of paper piecing but this one really looks interesting (your blocks have got me "hooked"). Doing a test block is one thing I've not done. Historically, it's worked out to lay the pieces on the cutting table and work through the possibilities in my head. Your corner blocks (stripes) make all the difference positioned the way they are!! Love it!
Commented Jun 27, 2014 on Pat Sloan: The Power of auditioning your fabric at Pat Sloan's Blog
Pat Sloan: The Power of auditioning your fabric
It's time for a Sugar Block update! I'm doing this quilt with Amy Gibson for the pure FUN OF IT!! Woo hoo! She does a lot of paper piecing and more complicated blocks than I usually work with. I'm enjoying that.. as it's just ONE block.. wink! All the links to the club are at the bottom. Let'...
Love that background piece. It reminds me of a linen with the shirtings. The pattern lends itself so well to the fabrics chosen. I have had a Sweet Sixteen for 14 months and can't imagine being without it!!! It has made my quilting moments pure bliss!!! Hugs..........
Commented Feb 14, 2014 on Pat Sloan: Sometimes you just need to make a quilt at Pat Sloan's Blog
Pat Sloan: Sometimes you just need to make a quilt
I think a lot of things when I see a quilt design. I think I love it, I think it's pretty, and sometime.. I think I REALLY need to apply MY fabric to that pattern and see how it looks. The latter is what happened when I spotted this pattern called "Movement in Squares". It is a free pattern f...
Your post is so perfectly timed!! My brother/SIL (Woodbury/St.Paul) have friends from Ireland visiting and he just e-mailed me for some quilt shops to visit (the gal is a quilter....yay!). I had responded with the White Bear Lake shops and especially Roseann's place. Then I saw your Fb post and sent along your blog link! (Sigh) Next time it will be priority 1 for me (I don't have a grandson graduating until next year so that won't be a conflict!!! Hugs......
Commented Jul 9, 2013 on Rosebud's Cottage at Peas In A Pod
Rosebud's Cottage
I've crossed off seven--count 'em, seven--things on my to-do list at work already today. I can't do the last one until I get a reply to an email I sent. So, I'm taking a break and getting in a blog post. :-) Playing catch up a little....Back in May, I went to Minnesota for a conference. Afte...
You all have had quite the time of it!! Hopefully that's your turn....for the whole year!!!!! (or more!???) I love the look of the linen. Turned out so charming. Internet shopping is the best (next to the 'real' thing with friends, which I hope comes up in the future, hmmmmm?????). Hugs and blessings to you, dear bloggy friend.....
Commented Jun 28, 2013 on E-Reader Cover--Pattern Review at Peas In A Pod
E-Reader Cover--Pattern Review
Thanks again for all your well wishes, everyone. I'm starting to feel better, and now the trick is to not overdo it and get sick again, right? :-) Sweet Pea and I had a nice trip to Florida, although she came down with pneumonia while we were there, so that was a downer. And Papa Pea came dow...
You have definitely gotten the rug hooking 'bug'! That shop looks to be a super cute one!! Could spend may hours and $$$ there!! Hugs, Doreen
Commented May 10, 2013 on "Hooking" at The Hen House at Peas In A Pod
"Hooking" at The Hen House
I had an absolutely wonderful time yesterday learning to hook wool rugs at The Hen House. Today, I'd like to tell you about my lesson and show you around the store more. Last time I as there, I missed half the shop, because I never even walked back to the classroom! Shame on me! Nancy bega...
Snowglobes are the dreamiest!!! So glad Christmas comes in July this year!!!! Your line is so sweet and certainly captures the gentle happy feeling of a home-themed Christmas. A purchase is definitely in my future!!
Commented Jun 5, 2012 on Cherry Christmas!!!!!!! at comfortstitching
Cherry Christmas!!!!!!!
Fancy a closer look at my new line Cherry Christmas??? Well here we go :) This one is my first holiday line for Moda, more than Chrismas itself this line celebrates the run up to the big day and all the anticipation that it brings. I don't know about you but in my house this is when plain ol...
Your sweet daughter makes a superb quilt elf and, yes, my eyes do struggle to see the "m" amidst the pinwheels!! Lovely fresh Springtime quilt (Spring is the time for weather system battles here, too. Very cool and many rain filled days!). Lovely pics. Hugs, Doreen
Commented Apr 26, 2012 on delightful quilt at comfortstitching
delightful quilt
With the rain lashing down endlessly again; I have decided to live in denial for a few minutes by feeding you the impression that it is in fact fairly beautiful outside. These lovely pics of my finished Delightful quilt were taken a couple of weeks back, when we were living (as we should be) ...
Hot pads have been my "go to" gift for quite a while. We all have/need them and never seem to want to purchase them cuz they are fairly expensive. I seem to have to force myself to throw them away even though they have reached a pretty bad condition!!! I wonder why is that!?! Yours are darling!!!
Commented Apr 24, 2012 on hold those pots at comfortstitching
hold those pots
In an effort to pretty up my kitchen and convince my own self to spend a little more time in there, I have found myself a new found love of making - pot holders. I am not 100% sure what pot holders actually are, I think they are to put hot pans onto? or perhaps to protect your hands whilst ho...
Love it! It might need a cute little cup and plate of little cakes to go with it. Maybe the 3 items in a narrow runner that can be put beneath your cupboard? Darling table area, too! Will keep a watch to see what comes next. Pour that tea! I haven't done much paper piecing. Really haven't found that 'special something' I just HAD to do! Maybe now I have!!! Hugs, Doreen
Commented Apr 23, 2012 on kettle at comfortstitching
kettle
I'm not sure how much you think you know about me but if there is one thing I love it is this - a cup of tea. I practise my love of tea several times a day with cups of the ordinary (otherwise known as builder's brew), peppermint (to wake me up) and cammomile (to calm me down). My daughter's ...
Great post, Emma! Now that you have gotten your "feet wet", I hope we can 'hear' more from you, hmmmmmmmm? Hubby and I have been praying for you all since first reading about your mom many months ago. We will continue to lift you all up before His throne daily. Blessings and hugs from S.E. MN~~~~God's Country (as the locals call this area!-) Doreen
Commented Apr 22, 2012 on my new project/spring is here at Joanne Heim
my new project/spring is here
hi this is emma, i want to show you my new project, the other day i got some Play-Doh this is some of what i made so for: spring is here, the other day I went on a walk and there are so many signs of spring outside!!!!!!!!!!! thanks for reading this ...
FOUND IT!!!!! Barnes & Noble Booksellers (U.S.) has a big stack of issues (at least they do in La Crosse,WI!!!). My evening read tonight....yay!!
Commented Apr 20, 2012 on cover star at comfortstitching
cover star
Yesterday I finally got to see a copy of new Better Homes and Gardens special issue 'All Small'. This one has been out for a little while and I was slightly more than hugely delighted a few weeks ago when I discovered that my Sew Sweet pillows had made the cover. Not just the cover but, you k...
How wonderful!! Will head for my (relatively) local Barnes & Noble Book Store this weekend!! Your 'sweet pillows' have been the object of my admiration for quite some time (my house is filled with pillows but yours are so special, made with all that beautiful "Aneela" fabric!!! I am so happy for you! Enjoy your 'star gazing'! Hehe! Congratulatory hugs sent your way! Doreen
Commented Apr 18, 2012 on cover star at comfortstitching
cover star
Yesterday I finally got to see a copy of new Better Homes and Gardens special issue 'All Small'. This one has been out for a little while and I was slightly more than hugely delighted a few weeks ago when I discovered that my Sew Sweet pillows had made the cover. Not just the cover but, you k...
Sigh, I don't remember 32!!! Ha! Lovely, yummy cake! Happy B'day! Hugs, Doreen
Commented Apr 18, 2012 on A Sweet Birthday Treat at Hawthorne Threads Blog
A Sweet Birthday Treat
Look what my amazing staff suprised me with today! Not only is it a carrot cake, my favorite, but it also doubles as an edible strip quilt! After having eaten this yummy treat it's hard to think of a better kind. Thank you ladies, and gent! I really thought I was already 32, so on this 32nd bi...
Super HUGE CONGRATS!!!!!! Everyone else is finally recognizing what I saw a long time ago....your designs/creativity is so very special (and so are you;-) Will be picking up that issue next time I'm in town cuz now I have a published friend!!! Yay! Happy Hugs coming your way, Doreen
Commented Jan 30, 2012 on This little quilt went to market - part 2 at comfortstitching
This little quilt went to market - part 2
Do you remember this quilt? Well, this little quilt went with me to quilt market last spring and promptly got picked up! That's picked up as in by Better Homes and Gardens 'Quilts and More' magazine. At last you can find the pattern for this little baby sandwiched in amongst the pages o...
I really concur with Hildy! It seems my mind is in 'overtime' 2-3 weeks before Christmas with ideas I canNOT even count! Have always wondered where they all were in July! LOL! Wonderful quilt and really like that quilting pattern. Great job! Doreen
Commented Dec 14, 2011 on a quilt in time at comfortstitching
a quilt in time
Previous experience is a good thing. Previous experience when it comes to making quilts in time for Christmas has taught me to start on the early side of early. After two whole years of quilting, I decided early in the case of me meant that even July was too late, I needed to start in April....
I so understand this 'overload' thing! Drifting off to sleep most nights requires a real effort to "shut off" all the wonderful ideas/projects whirling in my head!! If all those little(?) ideas were to become reality by morning my home couldn't begin to hold them!! Although it can feel a bit overwhelming it is such a wonderful gift and blessing. I tell myself to 'relax and enjoy', savor the moment! Blessings to you, my creative blog friend. Hugs, Doreen
Commented Nov 22, 2011 on overload at comfortstitching
overload
My brain has been in overload mode for way too long now and I'm starting to feel like the cogs in my head are slowly becoming reluctant to turn. I would love to have a day when I don't have a to do list twice as long as my arm but until that golden day arrives I have been allowing myself ...
And your "pillow family" grows larger! Love both of those additions!!!
Commented Nov 10, 2011 on marshmallow at comfortstitching
marshmallow
Right before I went to market, I was doing an awful lot of sewing with some of the pink and white fabrics from the new line. I wanted to have a little bit of fun with piecing lots of fussy cut images into simple compositions. Cue the idea for this pillow, lots of tiny-ish pink and white s...
Refreshingly (a word??) sweet and simple. Really do like your quilting. Lately most all the quilts I have seen (shows,etc.) are almost over machine quilted. Some are even 'stiff' with quilted stitches! When I come across a quilt like this I take a breath, relax and enjoy what I remember to be the days when hand quilting was being done. Thank you for your lovely post and all those creative ideas that float around in your talented head;-b! Doreen
Commented Oct 20, 2011 on sugar drop at comfortstitching
sugar drop
Introducing my 'sugar drop' quilt pattern. I've had this pattern dancing around in my head doing the twist for months now, I almost made it from 'Little Apples' (perhaps I still shall) but I'm glad I hung on for the new line as I'm hugely delighted with the way it turned out. I promise the p...
Each new line just gets better and better. You have definitely captured the imagination of many of us!!! Love those 'layer cakes' and would love to give one of yours a good home:-D Doreen
Commented Oct 18, 2011 on a walk in the woods precuts and a giveaway at comfortstitching
a walk in the woods precuts and a giveaway
Today I thought that you might to take a little peeky at the pre-cuts for my new line 'a walk in the woods'. You can possibly expect a limited amount of these to go on sale around December before the full launch which will be March of next year. So if you want to get a hold of some early keep...
Love that you joined the strips with straight seams. Definitely 'fits' the fabric you used! Am doing 2 of this type in the coming days. Doreen
Commented Oct 15, 2011 on Cherry Lasagna at Blackberry Creek Home Arts
Cherry Lasagna
Here's a photo of my "Cherry Lasagna" quilt top that I made at retreat a couple of weeks ago. I used one Mary Englebreit jelly roll (30 strips). The prints feature lots of cherries, thus the title of the quilt, "Cherry Lasagna." For instructions on doing the lasagna quilt technique, go her...
I couldn't agree more with your beautiful sharing! Marriage must have a commitment to that which is "larger" than the individuals (that "larger" thing is the marriage itself) so when difficulties/challenges come that determination to commit overrides anything else and the work to repair the differences becomes the priority.DH and I have been married 43 years and have both entered the 'retirement' chapter of our lives.....as friends!
Commented May 18, 2011 on Humdrum Hump Day at Blackberry Creek Home Arts
Humdrum Hump Day
I have been sitting here at the computer for a while now, and can't come up with anything interesting to write about--which should mean that I'll skip blogging today. But if I skip blogging, that means I have to get up right now and start doing something else--and I'm not ready to get up. So I'l...
DH and I have been daily praying for you and your family and will continue to do so!! Rejoicing on your progress!
Commented May 6, 2011 on Well, Hello there! anda little bul riding! at Joanne Heim
Well, Hello there! anda little bul riding!
First off, I miss you! dear blog and readers! Thank you! Your prayers are a precious gift to me,...Worth more than riches! Typing is still a frustrating game of one-handed hunt-and-peck:( But you're worth it so I'll give it a shot this morning! Today is the day I was supposed to go home and whi...
Your fabric lines just get better and better! I love them ALL! Especially with a great grand daughter on the way, my 'idea cup runeth over'!!-)
Commented Apr 25, 2011 on little apples pre-cuts at comfortstitching
little apples pre-cuts
I don't think I have ever sewed as much as I have these past two weeks. Been getting some quilts and other stuff ready for my little corner of the Moda booth. Quite how I have managed to sew with both girls at home for the holidays and possibly the hottest Easter break I can ever remember I d...
My great grand daughter is due in June/July and this will make a perfect fabric grouping for a fun quilt for her. Have purchased the 'Pips',also. Love both!!! much excitement here for the new line. Thank you so much~!
Commented Apr 20, 2011 on little apples!!!!!!!!!!! at comfortstitching
little apples!!!!!!!!!!!
May I introduce to you a peek at my new fabric line with Moda? Without further ado, a look at the collection, 'Little Apples' is what I came up with when I was asked to design a collection for fall. I took the idea of fall literally and came up with a group around this theme, kind of...
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