• Snow Birds, Freezy and Winter Wishes

    When I began working on my Crystal Lane quilt, I researched “Winter” critters on Google.  I was looking for the ones that brave the cold, snow, and don’t mind a few icicles.  The ones that survive those freezing temps.  I found some pretty cute winter critters, but I fell in love when I saw the Snowy Owl. I can tell…

  • Blue Spruce & Wintertime

    Blue Spruce…don’t you think the name is perfect?  Sue and I brainstorm quilt names all the time, and this one was taking us a while.  But the moment Sue said Blue Spruce, I knew that was it!  Some things are meant to be. Blue Spruce is a wall-size quilt measuring 34 1/2″ x 44″, so it’s perfect for almost any…

  • a million little crystals

    The snow is sparkling like a million little crystals.  You’ll find these words on the selvage of Crystal Lane, my next fabric line for Moda.  It’s one I’ve fallen in love with because next to pink, my favorite color is French Blue!  In shades of Crystal Blue, Winter White, and a touch of Nutmeg, Crystal Lane will take you into…

  • Pumpkin Hill

    October is the month for squirrels and pumpkins, and Bunny Hill is filled with them. From Squirrelly Girl to my newest Martingale book, Pumpkin Hill, the squirrel overload is real! Pumpkin Hill, my first book with Martingale Publishing, is available at quilt shops and book stores now.  With running squirrels, a pumpkin coach, acorns, and all things fall, Pumpkin Hill…

  • Moda Stitch Pink

    When Moda does a stitch along, it’s something you don’t want to miss!  When they do one for breast cancer awareness month, it’s guaranteed to be extra special.  Starting October 1 (today), you’ll get one block per day for 30 days.  On October 31st. You’ll get the directions for finishing this beautiful sampler quilt.  You can sign up to receive…

  • Sewcialities Sew-Along

    The Fat Quarter Shop is getting ready for a free block of the week sew-along called Sewcialities!  They’ve asked 18 designers (me included) to each contribute two blocks that can be made in three different sizes, 3″, 6″, or 9″.  You’ll get one block a week for 38 weeks. The fun starts Friday, September 25th, and runs through June 25th,…