Yes, this block is named Double X. I should have had a clue, since that is the name of the pattern in the APQ magazine, but who pays attention to those things, right? Traditionally, I believe this block is made with three fabrics, one for the red, one for the block background and one for […]
Well, I think it looks good in black too. Today I did a bit of experimenting, and it is clear that I can make very good use of my half square triangle "mistakes". The red and white version on the cover of the APQ magazine I showed yesterday has the same lights in the background […]
You know how I am always rummaging around in my cupboards where my project boxes are stored? And how sometimes I discover something I had completely forgotten about? I am happy to report that it has happened again. After I made my red and white snowball quilt, I had a lot of fabric left over. […]
I worked a bit on my Little Bites "Drop" project while the baby took her nap yesterday. All I have to say about this miniscule little project is………….. It is absurdly, ridiculously fun. These teensy little blocks are the end result of quite a bit of trimming at each step of construction, but so worth […]
I got excited to make one of Carrie Nelson's new Little Bites patterns, and since I had two packs of those mini charm squares on hand, I cut out some fabric yesterday. "Drop" is the name of the pattern, and I plan to make the version pictured at the bottom of the pattern photo. Adorable, […]
Really. I really really really really LOVE this quilt. I haven't had so much fun making a quilt in years. It took the fun level up to previously unexplored levels. If you have had an idea that you might want to make this quilt, just go for it. You will love it too. Just make […]
How clever is this invitation? My sister Andrea makes the Halloween Party invites each year, and this year she may have outdone herself. I don't know how she does it. Most of us are quite familiar with the Ouija board, having had them when we were kids. I love the little magic triangle indicator, don't […]
I made an awesome potato casserole dish for dinner and wanted to share the recipe, which is from one of the Taste of Home cookbooks. When we were at Buggy Barn this summer for our quilting classes, a local woman who had her own catering company fed us the most incredible lunches each day, and […]
Well, for goodness sake, whooda thunk? I am a mentor to a high school student. My student is doing a commendable senior project, in which she plans to make three or four baby quilts, which she will donate to charity. Never having sewn before, she was in need of someone to show her how to […]
My book club meets this Friday and I am scrambling to finish this month's selection. The book is titled "The Thread" by Victoria Hislop, and I am enjoying it quite a bit. The story begins in Greece in 1917 and the plot continues up until the present. It is a wonderful story about love and […]
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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.
