sewing notions
Machine Quilting and more
Challenge Winner and “Hyperquilting”
Good Morning, Quilters and Health Nuts! I am so excited about the work you all have been doing–getting out of those chairs and MOVING MORE. There were times when I really didn’t want to put my sewing down…but I couldn’t let the group (or myself) down. #noexcuses #theinboxjaunts #losethosefatquarters! It’s clear that we all face…
All and more
The Boutonniere
Good Morning, Quilters! By the time you read this I should be winging my way to Denver to film at Craftsy! I didn’t want YOU to be bored while I was away… Here’s an adorable flower for YOUR next quilt! THE BOUTONNIERE-MACHINE QUILTING TUTORIAL This adorable flower can be stitched in any size from small…
Gallery and more
Ribbons and Notions
Good Morning, Quilters! I hope you had a chance to try yesterday’s tutorial, Ribbon Candy. To quote reader, Andrea “It looks way more complicated than it really is!” Give it a try–Doodle or Quilt. We have another motif coming soon that builds on Ribbon Candy… MY FAVORITE THINGS Today’s Modern Whole Cloth Quilt features the…
Creativity and more
Does a Clean Sewing Room Improve Creativity?
Good Morning, Quilters! One of my tasks this past November and December was to clear out the stacks of practice pieces, tutorials, and unfinished quilts that clutter my sewing room. (Make room for the NEW!)I chose several to use as the starting point for “Doodle Quilts”. This quilt began as a test fabric–a quilt sandwich I…
Sewing and more
Work In Progress–Pincushion Tutorial
Today, I’d like to share a little tutorial on making a pin cushion. This is not your average tomato pin cushion—it is my idea of the perfect (not so little) pin pillow. I like large, flat pincushions that can hold several threaded needles without tangling— I usually make pin cushions that are between 5 and 7…
Product Reviews and more
Ten Stocking Stuffers Every Quilter Will Love
1. Gingher scissors- Anyone who uses scissors to cut fabric will LOVE Gingher scissors. All Gingher scissors are fabulous, but if you can only give one pair-the 8 inch dressmakers shears is the one to get. For gift giving, the designer series with decorative handles are especially nice. 2. Fiskars Micro Tip Scissors- I…
Design and more
Work in Progress Wednesday
The weather here in Stillwater has been perfect–blue skies, warm days, and gorgeous fall color. Needless to say, I have spent very little time in my sewing room studio. I did a little handwork in the evening while I watched Monday Night Football and Project Runway (Do any of you follow the trials…
Doodles
Doodling-an Ally to Intellectual Thought
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Lori Kennedy
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