Another psychological thriller, What She Knew by Gilly MacMillan is about a mother's search for her son. Rachel Jenner is walking in the woods on clearly marked trails they have been on many times, when her son asks if he can run ahead. This is not an unusual request, so the mother agrees. Then her […]
Can we just talk about Lucinda Riley? I am obsessed with her books. They are all big, fat, juicy family sagas, with compelling (and sometimes frustrating) main characters. Most of her books go between the present time and various periods in history. The Olive Tree is an exception, and takes place completely in the present […]
It has been far too long since I have posted a book review. I know some of you enjoy hearing about what I have read and enjoyed (or not!), so over the next three blog posts I will give you some brief reviews of books I have read since last March. I am a voracious […]
Halloween Bounce is almost finished. I just need to add one more plain background fabric border to the outside edges. It is all cut out and ready to be attached. This weekend was a bit crazy, getting ready for house guests, attending the wedding and going out of town on Sunday to celebrate a family […]
This is what I was referring to when I mentioned Ozzie's history with my shoes. He was particularly fond of orange shoes. This is his mug shot. He is a very naughty dog.
With this wedding coming up on Saturday, I have brought out the Killer Shoes. The ones I haven't worn since we moved out here to the country over five years ago. Believe it or not, they are soft as butter and quite comfortable for high heels. Those are my fancy earrings and cocktail ring next […]
Hi there. I just had to get another post in this week, even if it isn't sewing related. I hope you all are having a splendid week. Mine is flying by, but I am enjoying my fall decorations and the rather dramatic change in the weather we have had. I thought I would just take […]
Have you all heard of Erin Condren planners? If you like to keep organized, and prefer the low tech method of writing things down on a daily/weekly diary, you may enjoy this brand. I was a long time Filofax lover, and when I heard about Erin Condren planners I was all over it. They are […]
I hope you all aren't bored to death hearing about the Magic of Christmas sew along! I promise I will give it a week or two before I mention it again. The blocks pictured above are the block patterns given out by Lisa Bongean, who is hosting the sew along. She has actually put out […]
If you all don't have this book, you might want to look into getting it. I was thinking it was 101 quilt blocks, but for goodness sake, it it 501! The instructions for making these 501 blocks are given in at least four or five sizes. I would guess that at least 400 of them […]
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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.
