admin Several quilt blocks are staples in traditional quilt patterns. Quilt blocks such as the eight-point star, churn dash, flying geese, and log cabin are among the most well-known conventional blocks. Another quilt block that belongs on this list is the pinwheel quilt block. With a simple construction and multiple variations, the pinwheel block is a … Read more
As a beginning quilter, you’ll want to start with fairly simple patterns. This gives you a chance to develop your skills without getting too frustrated. All quilters stand on the shoulders of those who quilted before them, and the many beginning quilting books on the market will be an invaluable resource on your journey. We’ve … Read more
Getting back to homeschooling after the holidays can be hard. You’ve hopefully spent some time having fun and connecting with your kids. But now that the break is over, how do you get back to homeschooling without a fight on your hands? Over the years, I’ve learned a few simple tips to help my kids…
Looking for a homeschool planner for working moms? Finding the right planner to fit your homeschool, career, and life can be hard. That’s why I created a printable planner that can handle all your planning needs and adjust as your life changes. I firmly believe every homeschool mom needs a planner to keep track of…
When it comes to holiday time management, working moms who homeschool need to have a firm grasp of time management skills in order for time off to feel relaxing. Juggling the demands of work and home life can be a challenge, but adding in the extra responsibilities of holiday shopping, events, and family time can…
If you like to design your quilts, you’ve probably run into the problem of needing an area where you can lay out your blocks to plan the design. Sure, you can use your floor or dining room table, but those have their limitations. Like many troubles in the quilting community, if there is a problem, … Read more
Now that winter’s settling in, juggling work and homeschooling can be a challenge for moms. If you’re on the lookout for engaging winter activities for kids, especially when you’re a working homeschool mom like me in chilly Nova Scotia, Canada it can be tough. A list of easy, fun, and affordable ideas for your kids…
Sometimes it can be a little tricky to decide what type of quilting you want to do on a quilt project, especially if you want intricate quilting designs on specific blocks. Luckily, some incredible artists have created gorgeous quilting designs for embroidery machines. In this post, we’ll discuss everything you need to know about in … Read more
When living in survival mode, survival mode self-care is likely a foreign concept. You don’t have time for anything else when trying to make it through the day and keep the tiny humans alive. You are working long days, homeschooling the kids, and dealing with whatever caused survival mode in your life in the first place. If…
Have you ever seen a quilt block and wondered, “How did they do that?” I love staring at a quilt block and figuring out how it was pieced together. Today, we will look at the beautiful and surprisingly simple card trick block. We’ll discuss a little history behind the block, how to make a card … Read more