Category Archives: Gift Idea

A Special Gift… My Double Heart Watercolor Quilt

Posted on May 1, 2013 by admin

Last fall, we spent part of our vacation in Amish Country.  It was a wonderful place to visit and we were excited to learn more about the Amish culture. We were pleased to stay at a charming Bed and Breakfast … Continue reading →

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Anna’s Apron Pattern Update

Posted on March 1, 2013 by admin

Anna’s Apron is a unique pattern for an apron in that it incorporates a terry cloth or cotton towel as the base for the apron.  When you wear this apron, you will always have a towel within reach.  Recently, I edited the … Continue reading →

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Sewing with my Granddaughter, Belén

Posted on February 25, 2013 by admin

I always enjoy spending time with our granddaughters.  Last Friday, I had the pleasure of sharing the afternoon with our oldest granddaughter, Belén.  She loves to explore my sewing studio and is always eager to make something together. Friday was no exception and while … Continue reading →

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Holiday Sewing for 2012

Posted on January 11, 2013 by admin

Christmas is one of my favorite times of the year.  Our home transforms into a bit of a winter wonderland, both inside and out (if Mother Nature helps out) and I love  the many traditions that are a part of this … Continue reading →

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It’s In the Bag!!! (Bottle Bag, that Is…)

Posted on December 7, 2012 by admin

Just in time for the holidays, a very simple, fast and easy wine bag pattern. It is so much fun to make, I know you’ll make more than one. Continue reading →

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Anna’s Apron – My New Pattern…

Posted on August 23, 2012 by admin

Last year, I made an apron for a gift exchange for our annual investment club’s Christmas party.  The girls really liked the apron I made and the final recipient said she loves to wear it because it is not only cute, but extremely practical as … Continue reading →

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Anna’s New Hat – A Find from Quilt Works in Bend, OR

Posted on July 25, 2012 by admin

I have to confess, since the birth of our beautiful granddaughters, the focus for my sewing shifted, as far as sewing clothing, quilts, toys, etc.  Alecia, the mother of Belén and Eloise, occasionally has received a gift of some sort that is often … Continue reading →

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New Kit Available – Ride ‘Em Cow Girl (or Cow Boy) Western Paper Doll Play Quilt Kit

Posted on July 2, 2012 by admin

For Christmas this year, I made our granddaughter, Belén, a western play quilt.  It became one of her favorite toys to play with and she really enjoys it.  I had several requests for a kit for the western play quilt … Continue reading →

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New Pattern for Cake and Casserole Carrier with Potholders

Posted on May 14, 2012 by admin

Fresh off the press!!!  I’m excited to share my new pattern for a very handy item – a cake and casserole carrier.     I made one for myself many years ago and after numerous requests, have recently made it into a pattern … Continue reading →

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B’s Big Girl Quilt Pattern Now Available!!!

Posted on January 3, 2012 by admin

When it was time for our granddaughter, Belén, to transition from the nursery to a new room, I volunteered to make her a quilt for her new bedroom.  Her Mom, Alecia, had purchased a darling rug for the room and … Continue reading →

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