I was making a calendar for my studio and after the time spent on it, decided to go ahead and make it public. So if interested, link is on right sidebar, or 2021 JJ Calendar. (It's on… Read More
Where oh where does the time go? I can't believe it is Christmas next week. I always thought if I stayed organized, I would have spare time for myself. Newsflash!!! Not true. I honestl… Read More
I never imagined I would enjoy paper as much as fabric, but I do. There are so many beautiful kits being designed daily, and I can't stop gathering and creating with them. Soon the Sha… Read More
Fresh from my studio, The Beekeeper's Daughter journal is finished. I've been wanting to make a Bee themed journal for a while. My father had bee hives and we gathered around afte… Read More
Where has the summer gone? I had hoped to have updated my neglected blog before now, but time has a way of slipping by when you're enjoying yourself.So, to jump right in and share my n… Read More
Well, here we are quarantined at home, which is disruptive to many, but it's the norm for us. Staying home and away from crowds is fine with me. I hope you all are well, staying home and kee… Read More
I feel like a stranger to my own blog. I've found that I am not alone in deserting my blog for months at a time. It seems several of my blogging friends have stepped back as well. However, t… Read More
If you've been enjoying the Snippet Rolls and need simple instructions, I've just released a tutorial digest on Magcloud. See right sidebar for link Read More
I told you these were addictive.When you go searching through your stash, and find bits of lace, trims, small appliques, etc, put them in a box and mark it for Snippet Rolls. It will be easi… Read More
Well my friends, just a quick post about my newest projects. I discovered the world of Snippet Rolls. I saw a photo then made one, then two, and started my third. They go hand in hand with c… Read More
Happy New Year to all of you who visit my blog. I hope everyone has a wonderful and blessed New Year. I wish you all the best of all you love, treasured friendships to warm your heart, stash… Read More
Just finished the 2019 crazy quilt calendar. 13 months of calendar girls, and to inspire your muse a little quote for each month. You can find it on the Magcloud button to the top left on my… Read More
The calendar says it's Spring, however the snow we got yesterday says otherwise. Brrrrrrrr! The sun is shining this morning, so I will settle for that until the weather breaks. The snowdrops… Read More
With the help of my lovely daughter in law, Megan, I was able to continue my calendar tradition. This year my calendar features close up photos of my Crazy Quilt wall hanging, "Life Within A… Read More
With the help of my lovely daughter in law, Megan, I was able to continue my calendar tradition. This year my calendar features close up photos of my Crazy Quilt wall hanging, "Life Within A… Read More
Hi Friends, Mid summer and I've not blogged in ages. So much has happened, good and bad. I'll start with the bad so I can end with a positive note. In April I lost my step brother, Paul, my… Read More
Good morningFeb,beach,cq heartThe second month of 2017 already. The sun is shining bright this morning. I watched the sun come up across the field as I sat in the living room curled up in my… Read More
I was collecting some of my CQ to keep as inspiration and a journal of past projects, and decided to publish it for anyone interested. It is 50 pages of my crazy quilt projects, close up ima… Read More
I have been gone too long. The season's have changed, we got a new president, and my muse has almost agreed to return.I just don't know where to begin. The days have shortened, but I really… Read More
My 2017 Crazy Quilt calendar is now available. From today through Sept 1st you will receive a free digital copy with your printed copy purchase.A huge THANK YOU to my daughter in law, Megan… Read More
Ok, time needs to slow down a bit. Spring is behind us and I think summer will speed by much too quickly. I've been keeping busy with the yard and garden and coming close to being finished w… Read More
Well, I believe Spring is here.......it has been raining a lot, but that just means more blossoms! I have been busy painting the deck and porches, transplanting, mulching, etc...I feel like… Read More
Just in time for sunny weather, a crazy quilted sun visor Digest. You can purchase hereThis visor slips onto any eyeglass/sunglass to keep your vision shaded. Easy project, pattern in digest… Read More
Life has been busy at times, and also coasting along. Spring is trying its best to arrive and stay. Yesterday was beautiful but I didn't get to enjoy it fully. Today is already gorgeou… Read More
It's been quite a while since I've released a new crazy quilt project digest, but #12 is now ready. I've created a crazy quilt sleep mask and filled it with fresh dried lavender buds. It wou… Read More
It's been quite a while since I've posted. It seems I have the winter blahs at the moment so I joined the gym to try to make the best of these cold days. I managed to do minimal stitching th… Read More
With DH newly retired, I have been conforming to his leisure life style. I'm not so sure that is a good thing. Everyday seems like a Sunday. I'm hoping to change that starting this week.Tomo… Read More
Naturally mom has a doctor appointment on this cold rainy day. Yesterday was gorgeous of course. At least I can drop her off under a canopy at the door. I guess it could be worse, the… Read More
Sorry for the delay in the larger sewing case Digest. It is now published. This case opens flat for easy access and is super easy construction. Enjoy. You can find it at http://www.magcloud… Read More
As promised, I just added a tutorial for my Shibori Dragonfly to the Freebies page. I have also released a printed copy in Digest form if you need more detail. It is available if you click o… Read More
Well, I wasn't going to publish a calendar this year however I've had several requests to do one so with the help of my dear daughter in law, Megan, it is now available here. I've… Read More
I have been busy and forgot to post Digest #6, which is for beginners who want to learn a fast easy crazy quilt piecing method. This digest was a request from newbies, so here it is, follow… Read More
Just in time for the Holiday gift giving! Everyone uses tissues, so why not create a crazy quilted tissue box cover designed with for each special person on your list!Available here~I've inc… Read More
I've had a lot of interest for my silk ribbon dyeing method so the project digest has just been published. I hope you enjoy it. You can find it on my left sidebar or here.You will also find… Read More
The hint of Autumn is definitely in the air. I'm enjoying the cooler mornings as I sit on the porch swing sipping herbal tea watching the early bird getting the worm, the butterflies flittin… Read More
I haven't had much time of my own lately. My blog seems to have cobwebs. With the hot, rainy and humid summer we've been experiencing this year, my flower gardens and lawn has kept me… Read More
Just published the 4th project digest. Lace Dyeing using permanent dyes from Sara's Bloom. This is the first of three dye tutorial digests. Available here.Pre-order Digest Binders are availa… Read More
Phew! It has been one hot day after another. My energy has been zapped and I seem to get nothing done. I had to cut my trip short because mom had fallen and I wasn't sure she was telling me… Read More
I just surprised myself and released the second series in my project digests. Thank you for your support and kind comments on the first issue. I hope some beautiful Shibori butterflies are b… Read More
I'm excited to announce the first project digest in a continuing series of crazy quilt related embellishments and projects is now available. The first digest is on making the Shibori Butterf… Read More
It has been so humid and wet here but I do steal a chance at meandering through my flower garden between the rain storms. It seems when the flowers open, it rains for days and I miss the blo… Read More
After a heavy but fast thunder storm this morning it is now too humid and hot to breathe outside so I thought I would share the beautiful crazy quilted hands I've received so far for my wall… Read More
Surprise! Another post within a few weeks, lol. It's a beautiful day and I've been weeding this morning but now its too hot (or that's just my excuse) and I thought I'd blog then stitch.The… Read More
The flowers are blooming and birds are singing...what a wonderful spring. I've been enjoying the sights and scents of the garden these days. I've even taken time to slow down and smell the r… Read More
April must have been pretty busy for me not to even post once. The days pass by so quickly I didn't realize I hadn't blogged in so long. So, first of all, Happy Mother's Day to all the mom's… Read More