The email from Roseanne showed up in my inbox last Wednesday. Unfortunately, someone had become ill and had to back out at the last minute. Was anyone interested in taking her spot at the guild’s quilt retreat? Deadlines were looming, I had a million tasks pressing. The work
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Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I have a designated spot in our dining room where I like to display seasonal decorations. Although we’re not Irish by heritage, in March I especially enjoy putting out my green and white quilts and my small collection of Irish accents which includes a friendly little leprechaun. To
Read more →Hey, whatcha gonna be doin on Friday, April 3rd? What’s that? No plans you say? Do you live anywhere east of the Mississippi? You do? Then you’re in luck! Make plans now to join me for the most ‘machine-applique-fun’ allowed by law and get in touch with your
Read more →Well, it all began with this: Yep, some serious high-waters and a major growth spurt. Both of our boys were shamefully in need of new jeans. Even though we live in Germany, they still prefer to wear “American style” jeans. I’m sure the Germans have some great jeans
Read more →This morning we awoke to this: Which makes me wonder, why did the same scene in December have me gushing about how cozy and quaint the snow was and now all I can think about is Spring and my violet-colored backyard carpet of crocuses? I actually Googled the term
Read more →As many of you know, 2009 has brought its share of struggles and hardships for our family and me. I’ve tried hard to overcome the tough times during the long, dark days of winter and regain some much needed momentum in recent weeks. While the rough road
Read more →Welcome back, blogging friends! I’m sorry I’ve been out of touch for awhile, but I just returned home from an eventful trip across the pond. Infusion of….. creativity! I just returned from a trip to the US where I attended the 8th Annual National Bernina Artisans Reunion
Read more →I’m feeling the LOVE today….. I found this handsome little dude at the breakfast table very early this morning working intently to surprise me with a message for Valentine’s Day. But what’s a big brother for, if not to come along and eat your words? (Or at
Read more →The Germans have “fests” for every conceivable occasion. Oktoberfest, weinfests, fests for schnitzel, fests for asparagus (spargel)….even a fest to celebrate bugs in the spring. But with Valentine’s Day upon us, tomorrow is a day to celebrate a “Heart Fest” — and I’ve got so much
Read more →A spring breeze from the Emerald Isle blew into my mailbox this morning. Look what just arrived! The most recent issue of Irish Quilting Magazine! And look who is in great company with Mark Lipinski with her name on the cover! I love, love, LOVE this magazine!
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