I recently returned from a trip to Layton, UT where I attended the HandiQuilter Academy. I upgraded to an HQ Amara20 last December and decided to attend the academy to get a ‘booster class’ on ProStitcher, for computerized quilting. The theme was “CinemAcademy” and the folks from HQ had a grand time with decorations! The… Continue reading HQ Quilting Academy
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T-Shirt Quilts
Everyone has a drawer full of t-shirts memoralizing your kids sports teams, fun events, and concerts. Rather than throwing them away or storing them out of sight, enjoy the memories in a quilt featuring those shirts. The size is dependent on the number and size of blocks, cut from the front and back of the… Continue reading T-Shirt Quilts
Quilt Show
I will have a booth at the Crystal Quilter’s quilt show October 20-21, 10 am to 4 pm, at the Enumclaw Expo Center Exhibitaion Hall. There will be a large juried quilt display, a variety of vendors, and a nice tea room. In the past, there has been a ‘bed turning’ as well. Stop by… Continue reading Quilt Show
Hello all!
Although I have made many quilts, of all kinds, for family , friends, and customers over the years, I focused on the quilt top itself and not so much on the “quilting”. I recently purchased a very nice longarm quilting system and am currently having a great time learning all the features it offers. After… Continue reading Hello all!