I have been doing a little sewing, honestly. My life is just a bit busy these days, with my job at the clothing shop, trying to make my little Christmas gifts, the decorating, and of course the Christmas shopping. Unfortunately, you have heard plenty about my cosmetics bags construction and my decorating, and the other […]
My usual style of decorating for the holidays is pretty over the top. This year I decided to scale way back, and I am having second thoughts. The photo above is my effort for this year. Blah. Tasteful maybe, but boring and well, small. This was my mantel for 2008. I think it is much […]
Hey, thanks for all the great comments on Kindle and other similar devices. I really think what I want is an iPad, because of all the other whistles and bells that it has, but I don't think I or my gift givers can afford one this year. I will probably end up with a […]
Do you have one? Do you want one? I am a huge reader, and have an ever growing library of books. I think I like the idea of not having to store more books on my already groaning bookshelves. I also like the idea of paying less for a Kindle version of a book than […]
Happy Thanksgiving Friends! I hope you have a very retro holiday, with traditional foods and loads of good memories of Thanksgivings past. My son is home for the long weekend, and we have a big family feast planned for Turkey Day. I hope you all have many blessings to be thankful for as you sit […]
Pat suggested that I do a tutorial on how to attach the zippers to the little bags I am making, and I thought it was a brilliant idea. I am not going to show you the details of the whole pattern, because I want you to buy it (Zippy Strippy by Atkinson Designs). However, the […]
I spent my free time this weekend making little cosmetics bags! I finished six, and have about twelve to go. I don't know when I have been so taken with a project! Thanks for all the suggestions for embellishments that would set off these adorable little pouches. I started out making ribbon roses, but found […]
I had so much fun making this little bag! So much fun that I made another one! The pattern for the bags is one by Terri Atkinson called Zippy Strippy. It is so darn cute I can hardly stand it. Of course, the Bliss fabric I am using doesn't hurt as far as the cuteness […]
These two objects pictured above, when placed together make the best embroidery hoop! When I was stitching with my new friends last Sunday, many of them were using this type of hoop. It is made by The Colonial Needle Company and costs….$2.60. No kidding. It is called a Spring Tension Hoop and supposedly […]
I've heard of Peppermint Mochas, Cinnamon Mochas, and Boozey Mochas. But Blueberry Mochas? Nope, never. Here is my version of a Blueberry Mocha, which is coming along nicely. I like how the caramel plays along so well with the chocolate. I loved reading the comments on yesterday's post. You guys are way more entertaining than […]
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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.
