Reach & Read: Crazy Little Thing

Crazy Little Thing – By Tracy Brogan I can’t even really tell you how this ends, so no spoiler risk, because I couldn’t finish it. I was just not that into it, found it predictable and destined for a Lifetime Movie special (I do like Lifetime, there is a time and place). I have started, […]

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How to lose 15 pounds (of fabric) in two weeks!

Yes, it is true; you too can lose 15 pounds of fabric in two weeks! Just set your mind on finishing your PhD (projects have done), UFO (unfinished objects) and random WIP (works in progress). My current PhD was two quilt tops and one unstarted kit of fabric starting to seriously languish. Project #1 – […]

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Hive Check: everyone loves a loft space in Seattle

Went back into the hives after quite a few weeks. I certainly had the best of intentions to go in sooner but It was raining (one time we did try holding an umbrella open over the hives so I could do something quick – without incident but not very smart) It was too hot (its […]

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Green Beans in Spicy Shrimp & Garlic Sauce

Here is a quick side dish done in a Malaysian Thai belacan -ish fashion. All said, it took us about eight minutes beginning to end. Don’t fear the shrimp paste! It’s a tasty treat. You will need to use your “to taste” skills to get just the right amount of flavor without going too salty […]

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Reach & Read: Those Darn Squirrels and the Cat Next Door

Those Darn Squirrel and the Cat Next Door – By Adam Rubin, Illustrated Daniel Salmieri So, this is definitely a different genre of book for more, seemingly out of character BUT I actually love children’s books. They make me laugh and make the best gifts (especially when paired with a great quilt). I can imagine […]

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Selvedge to Bunting in No Time

Here is a quick, fun, easy and cute bunting you can make up with no sewing required. Selvage, Selvedge, scale up, scale down, long, short – you choose. Make a pattern. I used a round tin, scrap poster board, sharpies, paper scissors and a quilting ruler Trace your pattern onto the back side of fabric […]

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