Quilts and Art Quilts
I give up! Perseverance does not always win.
I’ve written previously about this whole cloth quilt that I am obsessed with. Just to review, this is my inspiration: This quilt was made between 1830 and 1850, probably in the area of Marsielle, France, by an unknown maker. I saw it in person at the International Quilt Study Center and Museum in Lincoln, Nebraska…
Read MoreAn Orange Co. adventure with the Flying Geese Quilters Guild
I flew to Southern California, Orange County, to spend some time with the Flying Geese Quilters Guild, an active guild with about 300 members. I arrived early afternoon on Saturday and was picked up by Bonnie who drove me to a lovely hotel. She left me with a goodie bag: Is that not the sweetest…
Read More3 tips for successful free motion quilting that are often overlooked
When I teach, I often find frustrated free motion quilters who need just a little tweaking to find their free motion quilting nirvana. Sometimes it really is the little things. I want to focus on three often overlooked choices that can have a big impact on your free motion quilting success: You need a place…
Read MoreDon’t worry about these three things in your free motion quilting!
I’ve been getting great feedback on my book, which warms my heart. Also, I am delighted to receive notes from all over the country letting me know about “21 Days of Plactice” groups forming spontaneously . How cool is that? If you’re not familiar with my book, I provide a 21-day plan to move…
Read MoreThe Folsom Quilt and Fiber Guild Show 2019 – The Large Quilt Room and Garments
The Folsom Quilt and Fiber Guild is my home guild and we had The Best Show this year by far! I was so proud of our show, the diversity of quilts and styles and the number of members who participated. It struck me this year how skilled the quilting was throughout the show, whether it…
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