Dew Drops: An “In the Garden” Quilt Pattern
This post about the “Dew Drops” pattern is a part of the “In the Garden” mini quilt series. Pattern now available in the shop!
Kalanchoe Glow: An “In the Garden” Quilt Pattern
This post about the “Kalanchoe Glow” pattern is a part of the “In the Garden” mini quilt series. Pattern now available in the shop!
The Quilt That Spoke
Have you ever had a quilt practically tell you what it wants to be? I thought I had until this one practically spoke itself into existence.
My Daisy Jane Quilt
Daisy Jane bloomed in the wake of what seemed a bitter pruning. But, I’m learning to lean into the cycle of growth in all of its forms.
2020: A Year in Review
As I reflect back on 2020, I can honestly say that I feel more fully present and whole than I have in a really long time. It proved a year full of surprises and changes, but it also became a year full of growth.
The Story Behind Daisy Jane
I managed to create a flower using the coffins as petals. It looked just like a daisy. Its very existence declared beauty in spite of tragedy, joy in spite of sorrow. And, the Daisy Jane block was born.
Why We Cut Up Fabric: A Stitch Story
The girl with the tired, puffy eyes sat staring out the window at the tiny cardboard sign. Four letters and five numbers. A name and a date. The sorrow and ache felt heavy in her chest. Like the rocks placed over the lifeless form wrapped in her favorite blanket before the dirt was piled over […]
Introducing the Hand Quilting HQ: A Tutorial Series
This hand quilting tutorial series has been a long time coming. So without further ado, welcome to the Hand Quilting Headquarters, aka HQ HQ.
What I’ve Learned While Stuck in Malawi
We have been “stuck” in Malawi due to COVID-19. There has been plenty to reflect on over the past few months. We have had several new experiences, as well as a few moments of reckoning with reality. Here are a few takeaways.
A Two Cent Quilt Story
This quilt came to life as I mulled over this woman’s two cents in my heart. She didn’t compare herself to others or shrink back with insecurity.
