And How to Stay on Budget even at Quilt Shops! Advertisers like to make money. So, it makes sense that the big travel companies are the ones that can afford the advertising costs. Which means the main ‘vacations’ we see on screen are these big giant extravagant (and expensive) vacations. However, with a little budgeting and shifting your focus to enjoying the experience versus the amenities, you too can enjoy even the grandest quilting adventures! I hear so many people tell me "I wish ... Read More about How to Create a Realistic Road Trip Budget
How to Create a Realistic Road Trip Budget
Safety Travel Tips from the Airport to the Plane
Tips for a near stress free flight With all the advancement in airport and airline security, I feel like many people have been almost lulled into a false sense of safety in airports and on planes. It’s almost as if, once we walk through the TSA screening, all is well and we let down our guard. Unfortunately, that little paranoia button of mine never shuts off. So, here’s a few air travel safety tips I put together to help keep you on your toes. Use TSA locks on all bags. Long gone ... Read More about Safety Travel Tips from the Airport to the Plane
Quilt Shows: To Be Judged or Not To Be Judged
Quilt Babble Episode 12 show notes In the 11th installment of Quilt Babble LIVE! with Lisa and Rona, we're joined by 2 special guests to answer all your questions about entering a quilt into a Quilt Show!! In this episode we discuss: WHERE TO FIND OUR GUESTS: NANCY MCNALLY – NANCY MCNALLY QUILTS Teresa Justice Join us at the Pond!Receive weekly emails full of awesome Quilty travel tips, shops, shows, coupons and much more!Sign me up!We hate spam too ... Read More about Quilt Shows: To Be Judged or Not To Be Judged
How to Spend a Day in Tombstone, Arizona
Where the 'old west' lives on! I've traveled all over the United States. By car. By plane. Even by train. But one place that never gets old is Tombstone, Arizona. Located in south central Arizona, this little town keeps the spirit of the 'old west' alive for tourists visiting from all over the world. But when you visit, there are few things you definitely want to add to your 'to do' list! On the hot summer days out in the Arizona it can get pretty stifling. So, I highly recommend ... Read More about How to Spend a Day in Tombstone, Arizona
Dignity Statue, of Earth and Sky
Native american woman holding quilt in Chamberlain, SD Located in Chamberlain, South Dakota, just up the hill from the Missouri River, stands the magnificent, one-of-a-kind Dignity, of Earth & Sky statue. She is an incredible and honored addition to the South Dakota Art & Culture Trail, standing alongside her fellow SD icons such as Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial! I am a huge supporter of arts and history. But when they come together in a single place, you KNOW I'm ... Read More about Dignity Statue, of Earth and Sky
How Thimbles are Made
An Interview with Silversmith jan larson of thimbles 4 you! Have you ever wondered how to make a thimble? In this episode I introduce you to Jan Larson from ThimblesForYou.com as we take a look inside her fascinating workshop! We discuss her silversmithing process, various DETAILED products and even how to size your finger for a proper thimble fit! Show notes Keep scrolling for more information about Jan and Thimbles For You! Do you use Rumble? Click HERE to ... Read More about How Thimbles are Made
How to Make Studio Shelf Quilted Curtains
Super quick and super easy quilted curtains instructions! I have a great sewing space. Technically, it’s the dining room but whatever. It’s mine. I used to love being in the space. All of my quilting tools and inspiration was around me at all times. Slowly I found myself no longer enjoying working in here. But I couldn’t figure out why. Then, it hit me. All of this fun stuff was distracting. With so much inspiration around me I couldn’t concentrate on one project at a time so nothing ... Read More about How to Make Studio Shelf Quilted Curtains
Quilting in the UK
Quilt Babble Episode 11 Adventures of the Traveling Quilter - In Scotland! show notes In the 11th installment of Quilt Babble LIVE! with Lisa and Rona, I'm LIVE all the way from a remote island in Scotland! In this episode we discuss: Join us at the Pond!Receive weekly emails full of awesome Quilty travel tips, shops, shows, coupons and much more!Sign me up!We hate spam too and will never send it. Unsubscribe at any time.Built with ConvertKit Want to watch ... Read More about Quilting in the UK
Complete List of 24 Quilt Shops in Hawaii
The Aloha State Welcome to Hawaii! SOME POINTS OF INTEREST NOT TO BE MISSED: GET READY TO SHOP HOP! There are several ways (and excuses) to visit these awesome quilt shops. Many of them participate in the Row by Row Experience, now known as the Quilters Trek. You can learn more, and plan your trip by visiting their website HERE. IT’S ALL ABOUT THE QUILT SHOPS! No matter which part of the state you visit, there’s sure to be a Quilt shop near by. Here is the ... Read More about Complete List of 24 Quilt Shops in Hawaii
Complete List of 25 Quilt Shops in North Dakota
The Peace Garden State Welcome to North Dakota! SOME POINTS OF INTEREST NOT TO BE MISSED: GET READY TO SHOP HOP! There are several ways (and excuses) to visit these awesome quilt shops. Many of them participate in the Row by Row Experience, now known as the Quilters Trek. You can learn more, and plan your trip by visiting their website HERE. Also, many Quilt Shops in North Dakota participate in organized annual Shop Hops: IT’S ALL ABOUT THE QUILT ... Read More about Complete List of 25 Quilt Shops in North Dakota
Longarm Quilting: From A – Z
Quilt Babble Episode 10 show notes In the tenth installment of Quilt Babble LIVE! with Lisa and Rona, we are joined by 3 fabulous Longarmers in the Quilt Fabric industry to answer all your questions about Longarm Quilting! In this episode we discuss: Where to find our guests: NANCY MCNALLY – NANCY MCNALLY QUILTS Michele Holt - My Quilting Beehive Jane Hauprich - Stitch by stitch custom quilting Join us at the Pond!Receive weekly emails full of ... Read More about Longarm Quilting: From A – Z
Quilting Fabric: Design Concept to Store Shelves
Quilt Babble Episode 9 show notes In the ninth installment of Quilt Babble LIVE! with Lisa and Rona, we are joined by 3 fabulous mavericks in the Quilt Fabric industry to talk all things Quilting Fabric! In this episode we discuss: This is definitely one of the most information packed episodes we've done to date. And we didn't even get all of our questions asked! Maybe we'll need to do a follow up episode in the future! Where to find our guests: Brian Wacaster with ... Read More about Quilting Fabric: Design Concept to Store Shelves