Contrary to some opinions, quilts and quilting are still popular today. Not only are they popular, but they’re trending! There has never been a better time to be a quilter, from quilted bags to trendy quilting bedding. This post is dedicated to the versatile quilted jacket. We will look at some basics of making one … Read more
As a quilter, if you are like me, you are constantly brainstorming for new ideas. Have you ever considered taking a road trip for inspiration? If you take a drive through rural America, you are sure to drive past barns that have gorgeous barn quilt designs painted on them. These huge quilt signs on barns … Read more
As a quilter, one of the most challenging things to figure out at the beginning is how to price a quilt that you want to sell. Trying to compete with store-bought quilts may tempt you to sell your quilts as cheap as the big box stores, but the value of handmade quilts is far above … Read more
When decorating for Christmas, one detail that sometimes gets overlooked is the Christmas tree skirt. Yes, you could quickly run down to your local department store and purchase a premade skirt, but wouldn’t it be much more fun to make your own? Let’s look at how to make a quilted Christmas tree skirt, and check … Read more
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
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…
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
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
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…
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…