When I started this draft post a few weeks ago, I joked that maybe I should call this “NOT In…
Another Little Busy Bag
After making and gifting this cute purse to my niece for Christmas last year, Charlotte requested one for herself. Embarrassingly,…
Life Lately / 8.14.25
The girls started school yesterday, which means summer feels like it’s officially “over” — though the weather will certainly continue…
On Having a Job and Associated Deep Thoughts – Redux!
It’s been quite a few years since I posted a true “day job” update on my work life, but it’s…
In My Sewing Room / 7.22.25
I’ve been pretty busy on the “non-sewing” side of my sewing life for the past couple months. Lots of pattern…
Family Memory Quilt
Our wonderful next door neighbors moved to a different state last month. They’ve been an integral part of our lives…
Cross Stitch 101
While quilting has dominated my creative pursuits over the last decade, I learned how to cross stitch many years before…
Quilt-Inspired Cross Stitch Patterns
In addition to quilt patterns, I also have a couple quilted-inspired cross stitch patterns in my shop! I launched these…
Life Lately / 7.8.25
It’s been a minute (or, er, a year) since my last “life” post. For blog purposes, I’ll just say that…
Quilty Goals for Summer 2025
Y’all, 2025 has just been a doozy thus far, hasn’t it? Life is swinging between happy, fun times and chaotic,…
Quarter Moon Quilt Pattern Release
I first shared this Quarter Moon quilt back in April, and I’m thrilled to tell you that the pattern is…
Sashiko Slide Clasp Purse – a 2025 UFO Challenge Finish
Last fall I picked up a sashiko slide clasp purse kit from a vendor at International Quilt Festival. (That link…
