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Preparing for rain

2017 has been a good year.  I’ve spent time soul searching, made many positive and healthy changes, set my priorities, learned to set limits, and say “no” when necessary. And I’ve been preparing for rain.  Click here. There are some big changes on the horizon for our

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A most meaningful gift.

Recently, I was teaching a class and the general chatter in the room turned to the subject of “the best Christmas present you ever received.” Even though I have received some wonderful, special, amazing gifts through the years, I didn’t have to think very long for the answer.

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Quilt Class Etiquette

I consider myself very blessed to write a bi-monthly column in American Quilter Magazine. I’ve covered such topics as, Are You a Thread Snob?, They Put Those Lines on the Mat for a Reason, What Not to Do if You Plan to Enter a Quilt Contest, and How

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A good read to share!

Pat Sloan is an amazingly talented quilter, teacher and author. I’m so proud to call her my friend! I’m not sure she ever sleeps — she’s written 33 books and her newest, Teach Me to Machine Quilt, has just been released!  I had a chance to read

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Steady on……

I’ve been using some fantastic new products I simply must share with you. They’ve made my quilting life SO much better and easier!! I absolutely love the Steady Betty foam boards and their Steady Stillettos!  The foam board comes in two great sizes. I love them both! I can lay

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