Category: Books

Park Avenue

I think this is such a pretty fabric group.  Park Avenue by 3 Sisters.  I often have issues incorporating blues into my quilts, but this little touch of pale aqua is going to work in just fine.  A nice accent, not at all dominant.  The super dark espresso brown really pleases me, and you all […]

If I Were Any Lazier…

Obviously, I need more structure in my day.  Today it was rainy, again.  I couldn't go outside and finish planting my impatiens and petunias.  I didn't feel like making 12 Sawtooth Star blocks.  So what did I do? I went from my bed to my chaise lounge and curled up with a book all day.  […]

I Feel Sniffy

Tap, tap, tap….Is this thing on?  Ahem! "I feel sniffy, oh so sniffy I feel sniffy and stuffy and tight And I pity the girl who feels like me tonight" (Think Natalie Wood in West Side Story, only older, fatter and sicker, with tissues stuffed up her sleeves).   Since I have been staying home […]

I’m A Happy Camper!

My favorite Quilting Rock Star sent me a new project to work on for her.  These adorable little rolls are called Honey Buns–1 1/2 inch wide strips of one complete fabric line rolled into these irresistible packages.  The fabric is Happy Campers by American Jane (Sandy Klop) for Moda.  Sandy's designs are always, and I […]

How Much Do I Love Books?

I thought I would take you on a little tour around my messy house to see my book collection.  When I have mentioned that I LOVE books, I was not exaggerating.  One of the main reasons that we bought this house was because of all the built in book cases. Here is the library.  I […]

15 Books in 15 Minutes

There has been a tag going around where folks are challenged to take just 15 minutes to list 15 favorite books they have read and loved.  Now, I love reading as much as I love quilting, and have been doing for a lot longer.  In love challenges like this, so I decided to give myself […]

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Nicole

Hello, I’m Nicole, an enthusiastic quilter and fabric lover. This blog is mainly about my quilting journey, but I share some of my other interests as well, which include reading, cooking, decorating, lifestyle, and my family. When I am not quilting, I am reading, and will share monthly book reviews in this space. I love to hear back from my followers and enjoy getting to know you.

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