The term "hippy dippy" has a derogatory sound to it, but I have to disagree with the popular slang definition. To me, Hippy Dippy implies something that is idealistic, naive and loving. Peace, Flower Power. Volkswagen camper vans with daisies painted on the sides. All good things. I remember being a teenager in the 60's […]
At the risk of sounding like I am from California, these blocks are seriously cute. Totally adorable. Dude. I mean rullly. I started making these blocks mid-day on Sunday, and am not sure I am able to stop. Forget about dinner, forget about watching tv, or finishing that good book. All I want to do […]
Well, I am certainly late to the party in collecting this fabric line. What happened to me was an excess of part time jobs that interfered with my awareness of all the wonderful collections out there. I am making an effort to get caught up. In the nick of time. The beautiful fabrics pictured […]
First of all, let me tell you that I love this alternate block. I experimented this weekend and tried a couple of the suggestions that were offered by some of you dear readers. This block came out dead on at 12 1/2 inches unfinished. And I like the look of it. But then I started […]
How happy am I with this Toulouse quilt top? VERY happy. In the words of Ma Ramatswe "I am veddy happy Rrraa". What does the Botswanan detective have to do with anything? Nothing, I just like the way she talks. And, you gotta admit, she seems very happy. Ra. Or Ma. Thelma, Lisa and I found […]
My next project. I will let you gaze upon the wonderfulness of this subtle palette for a moment. Let it sink in. Ahh, the soothing balm of a neutral colored color scheme. Mmmmm. Smell the caramel and the coffee? With a touch of chocolate? Yes. Just a dash of cinnamon, and plenty of cream. Sniff. […]
We have to talk. Several people have emailed me to ask for the pattern for this quilt, which I made two years ago at a retreat. I had a blast making the quilt, and have to admit the fabrics were totally copied off another gal at the retreat who was using them as well. I […]
Note: No, I have not taken up smoking. Isn't that a funny trick to the eye though? My pin cushion looks like an ashtray and my seam ripper is my ciggie. lol Disgusting habit~! Thelma and Lisa and I are all working on a Miss Rosie pattern called Toulouse simultaneously. We are all at about […]
The Red and White Snowball Challenge has come to its conclusion. So, how did it go? Don't worry if you didn't finish–it isn't a race! Give yourself some slack–we all do our best, but life gets in the way, doesn't it? Challenges are a wonderful opportunity to try something new in the company of other quilters. We made a […]
Well. For goodness sake. I just got home from seeing the doctor, and the problem I have isn't with my eye, it is with my sinuses. I have chronic troubles there, and those issues can affect other nearby areas within the face. He says I have polyps in my sinus cavities, and that is causing […]
About Me
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.
