These are all the kids — some small, some nearly grown, some still in bellies — in Jose’s extended family…
Quilting Ideas and Quilting Reality
Last week I had this idea. One that I couldn’t — or didn’t — shake off. An idea that seemed…
Emma-isms (#23)
— She often has a cup of chocolate milk before brushing her teeth and going to bed. She knows how…
Currently…in Space / 11.18.16
I’ve written two guest posts this month for Sew Mama Sew’s annual Handmade Holidays roundup. The first — Gifts for…
Friedlander Hexies Mini Quilt
Between my trip downtown to the Quilt Festival and the hand applique class I took with Carolyn Friedlander, I’ve been…
Currently / 11.11.16
Happy Veterans Day! Jose and I are off work and the daycare is closed, so we’re getting started on our…
The Election
I cried last night. I’ve never cried over an election — never even come close. But last night, I cried….
Quilt Festival 2016
It’s hard to believe it was already my 4th year of enjoying a day at the International Quilt Festival, but…
One Little Word: “July”
This year I’m participating in Ali Edwards’ One Little Word workshop. My word is “clear.” All of my OLW posts…
Currently / 11.4.16
Enjoying // The International Quilt Festival today! I can’t believe this is already my 4th year going downtown to check…
November Goals & October Update
Here’s how I did in October… Fall family fun! Done! Now if only the weather would cooperate and simmer down a…
Dogwood Star Baby Quilt
I’ve mentioned my recent interest in barn quilts, and when I came across this one several weeks ago…well, I immediately…










