I realize I haven't posted an update on this project in quite a while. I alternate working diligently every day for a week or so, then lose interest and do other things. Keeping at it is a real struggle lately, especially since I am getting busy with my quilting business. I had originally wanted to … Continue reading La Passion – The Eternal Work In Progress
I was fortunate to spend this Friday taking a class with Victoria Findlay Wolfe. My friend Deb set it up - she has FANTASTIC connections. Of 8 people taking the class, 5 were from the Jersey Shore Modern Quilt Guild. It was a fun day, and a great way to get to know my fellow … Continue reading The Thunderstruck Quilt, or Stitch, Rip, Repeat
I like big backings, and I cannot lie. I've been asked this several times, and some quilters seem to feel that I am insane. They can quilt their quilt with a backing just an inch or two larger on their home machine, why can't I do that? Today I am going to show you why. … Continue reading Why do Longarmers Insist on Such Big Backings?
I am a member of the Beginner LongArm Quilters Group on Facebook. I've been a member since the day I decided to buy my longarm. It is a very helpful group. One of the best parts is that we all share examples of our work, and share details about our machines and experience levels. Seeing … Continue reading Quilting a Jelly Roll Race the Fun Way
I have boldly taken the next step in my journey as a professional quilter. I am longarming quilts for clients of Gotham Quilts, in New York City. I attended their Grand Re-Opening, to celebrate their move to a larger ground level shop. It was an absolute zoo. Several of my friends from my guilds came … Continue reading Being a Professional Quilter
Rachel at Stitched in Color is hosting a mosaic contest. Using the prompt "Toasty Teal" you need to create a mosaic using fabrics from Bobbie Lou's Fabric Factory. The winner wins the fabrics from the mosaic they create! To me Toasty Teal brings to mind a swirl of watery blue, with pops of hot colors … Continue reading What does "Toasty Teal" say to you?
Are you looking for the perfect holiday project? I'm part of a group of crafters on Facebook, and we have a great group of holiday projects for you this year. Kimberly at Sweet Red Poppy has this fantastic Advent Calendar Susan at Super Mom, No Cape has a bunch of fun projects A Prarie Point … Continue reading Holiday Projects Around the Web
An English Paper Pieced Moravian Star is a 60 sided object. There are others out there, made with glass or paper. Some day I will do more research on the origins of the star. For now, I just make them. I've figured out a way to make my Moravian Stars a bit more quickly. It … Continue reading Faster Moravian Stars
Recently at a guild meeting, a visitor stood up and asked for help getting an antique top quilted. She has been the owner of a family piece - a beautiful Ocean Waves top in blue and white that has been passed down for at least 100 years. It had been sitting in her closet for … Continue reading Turning a Vintage Top into a Quilt
I'm so excited to share the next step in my quilting journey with you. Starting next week, I will be longarm quilting with Gotham Quilts, in New York City. Their new street level store front is located at 40 W 37th Street in Manhattan. To begin, I will be at their Grand Opening on Sunday, … Continue reading Quilting at Gotham Quilts
