Charm Pack "Squares"

I had purchased at Tuesday Morning some 5" charm pack "squares".  I was making a simple baby quilt, that sashed each block in a row on the right and left sides. See note below on Jenny Doan's...

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Palladio Field Trip

My old KPMG pals and I did our annual jaunt to Palladio Restaurant (14 years now).  It was a beautiful Indian Summer day, and the humidity was low--a welcome relief from Richmond's humid pall. We continue to be amazed that they have not placed us on a do not serve list...we manage a few laughing...

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Pinwheels Baby Quilt

I still continue to work on my quilting skills.  Free motion quilting is definitely something that needs improvement.  But, I'm being intrepid and forging ahead anyway.  Less than perfect...

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A Rad Iron

My son needed to be outfitted with a coat and tie. As he is in his late twenties, his need for such attire has been limited.  I suggested to him that it is time for him to get a suit.  He decided...

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Free Spirit Fat Quarters | Amazon

Amazon is offering Free Spirit Fat Quarters for $22.47 for 20 fat quarters.  I'm a "never-pay-retail" person, so I like to scour for high quality, low priced items.  At $1.12 for a fat quarter,...

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September's Quilting Progress

I had to get a new seam ripper.  I opted for the Havel Ultra pro. It is a precision item. I made a pinwheel baby blanket.  To my surprise (and my hard work in improving my skills/techniques),...

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