bloggy bits

  • january

    it is hard to believe that we are on the downhill side of January. it has been ridiculously cold here the past week, so we have been plotting new projects. I am working on pulling together English paper piecing supplies for the workshop i’ll be doing this Saturday. if you are interested in joining us…

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  • Moda Sampler Shuffle

    Ours is coming along nicely!  Planning on finishing it up in the next couple days…then frivol #6! happy stitching… -a

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  • Strawberry Fields Revisited

    We have some precuts of this lovely Fig Tree grouping.  Jelly Rolls and candies of Strawberry Fields Revisited are ready to go! Happy stitching! -april&mickey

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  • MoDA sampler BlocK ShuFFle blocks 28, 29, 30

    good morning shufflers! I hope you are following along…these 3 blocks are the last group!  we are still putting ours together…so be sure to keep tabs on us…hopefully it will be done in the next week or so! Today we have for you block 28, 29, 30 Block 28 cutting instructions error… 4–2 inch squares…

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  • MoDA sampler BlocK ShuFFle blocks 25, 26, 27

    good morning shufflers! I hope you are following along! Today we have for you block 25, 26, 27 Here are our blocks…     Mom has opted to use a white muslin for the base of each block.  I am loving that idea!  If you are thinking of doing that Mom suggests setting aside about…

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  • December hours

    Good news!  Today is the winter solstice…so the shortest day of the year is upon us!  Now the days will start getting longer, so flip flops and porch living are just around the corner. hours… Christmas Eve closing at 1pm Christmas Day closed Saturday, December 26th closed New Year’s Eve closing at 1 pm New Year’s…

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  • MoDA sampler BlocK ShuFFle blocks 22, 23, 24

    good morning shufflers! I hope you are following along! Today we have for you block 22, 23, 24 Here are our blocks…   Mom has opted to use a white muslin for the base of each block.  I am loving that idea!  If you are thinking of doing that Mom suggests setting aside about 3…

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  • Old Cambridge Pike

    Fat quarter bundles are now available in-store and online! Check out this item in my Etsy shop https://www.etsy.com/listing/260623574/old-cambridge-pike-by-barbara-brackman

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  • MoDA sampler BlocK ShuFFle blocks 19, 20, 21

    good morning shufflers! I hope you are following along! Today we have for you block 19, 20, 21 Here are our blocks… Mom has opted to use a white muslin for the base of each block.  I am loving that idea!  If you are thinking of doing that Mom suggests setting aside about 3 yards…

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  • Petite Prints Deux

    I’m in love…with the new French General line that arrived today!  Petite Prints Deux is just the prettiest line! Soft tan, creamy vanilla, dark blue, dark pink, and red.  Classic and pretty…these are perfect for the French General fanatic on your list!  (i promise.) I’ve listed all these lovelies in our etsy shoppe…be sure to nab…

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  • Simply Vintage magazine

    Check out the newest issue of Simply Vintage.  It is Simply AWESOME!  21 projects…recipes, stitchy projects, crafts, vintage love, and quilty-ness. https://www.etsy.com/listing/259844598/simply-vintage-by-quilt-mania-winter

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  • MoDA sampler BlocK ShuFFle blocks 16, 17, 18

    good morning shufflers! I hope you are following along! Today we have for you block 16, 17, 18 Here are our blocks…  Mom has opted to use a white muslin for the base of each block.  I am loving that idea!  If you are thinking of doing that Mom suggests setting aside about 3 yards…

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  • MoDA sampler BlocK ShuFFle blocks 13, 14, 15

    good morning shufflers! I hope you are following along! Today we have for you block 13, 14, 15 Here are our blocks… Mom has opted to use a white muslin for the base of each block.  I am loving that idea!  If you are thinking of doing that Mom suggests setting aside about 3 yards…

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  • Happy Thanksgiving!

    We hope you have a safe and happy thanksgiving! gobble gobble… -april&mickey Be sure to check back on Saturday for the next 3 shuffle blocks and an etsy coupon code for the busy shopping weekend!

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  • Chloe’s Closet Playtime

    Chloe’s Closet 30’s Playtime 2015 has arrived!  These cute little prints are the perfect remedy for the winter blues.  These prints are bright, cheery, and simply sweet.  Perfect for a baby quilt, a throw, or a bed – size project. We have FQ bundles, mini charms and curated yardage…all are available in store and online.…

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  • MoDA sampler BlocK ShuFFle blocks 10, 11, 12

    good morning shufflers! I hope you are shuffling with us! Today we have for you block 10, 11, 12 Here are our blocks…we used Windermere and Ambleside both by Brenda Riddle for moda fabrics. Mom has opted to use a white muslin for the base of each block.  I am loving that idea!  If you are…

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  • November…

    There is just over a week until thanksgiving which means that Christmas will follow closely behind and I only have 1 gift ready to go.  I have been finishing up other peoples gifts though in the form of machine quilting.  (If you need something done in time for Christmas, let me know and I’ll put you…

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  • MoDA sampler BlocK ShuFFle blocks 7, 8, 9

    good morning shufflers! I hope you have your first 6 blocks all done! Today we have for you block 7, 8, and 9. Here are blocks… And the patterns… block 7 block 8 block 9 Mom has opted to use a white muslin for the base of each block.  I am loving that idea!  If you…

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  • Le Marais

    Yep…it’s in-store and the precuts are online. We have some yardage too!  Oh, and moda frivol #4 has arrived! Be sure to pop back for shuffle blocks 7, 8, 9 on saturday…or better yet follow us and the shuffle will be delivered to your inbox! Happy stitching! -april&mickey

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