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While the Hubby is Away…

21 Mar

I stopped by the Los Angeles Modern Quilt Guild's Sunday Sew today to pick up Bee fabric and I was utterly inspired by all the amazing quilts the ladies were working on... I want to start piecing tonight, but I need a solid.  Please give me the strength to NOT choose white. ... View Post

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A tiny rant.

18 Mar

Do you ever google yourself? I find it interesting how information and photos make it's way around the internet.  Almost two years ago I planned one of my best friend's bridal showers.  I was quite proud of it and had so much fun designing and making the decor for it.  Every now and then when I am ... View Post

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Bellissima Events, Damask Bridal Shower, Yellow and Damask

I Spy Quilts

17 Mar

I recently came across the idea of I-Spy Quilts when I was reading Megan and Bethany's Blogs (the are both part of the Vintage Sheet Sewing Bee). I have to say that this is such a cute and witty way to use novelty prints. I checked out the I-Spy Quilt Pool on Flickr and some of these quilts are ... View Post

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Adventure in the OC

15 Mar

JD has a week off before he begins his new job, so while he watched Liam for the day, Alison and I took a trip down to the OC for some fabric shopping before I move away.  We stopped at M&L Fabrics in Anaheim first. I have never been there and it is a quilter's heaven! Most of the fabrics are a ... View Post

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Deer Valley, Denyse Schmidt, Flea Market Fancy, Flying Geese Fabric, Joel Dewberry, M&L fabrics, Purl Warehouse

Katie Jump Rope

15 Mar

I have a problem.  When I like a designer's fabric line I want it all of it!  I have never been one to use an entire collection in a single quilt.  I really like to mix and match my fabrics, but there is something satisfying about owning a complete set.  This brings me to Denyse Schmidt's "Katie ... View Post

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Sewing
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Denyse Schmidt, Katie Jump Rope

Movin’ On

12 Mar

My March block for the Vintage Sheet Quilting Bee is done and I am mailing it off in the morning!  I was really pleased with how it turned out.  I would have liked to have done 2 blocks, but time just isn't permitting right now with the move.  I am loving being a part of a sewing bee and the other ... View Post

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Los Angeles Modern Quilt Guild, Vintage Sheet Sewing Bee

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