A Reno, Nevada Quilt Shop Spotlight Every year I make at least one trip out to see my family in Reno, Nevada. While I’m there, I also try to stop in to at least one of the several quilt shops in the area. This last trip I decided to hop in to see the folks at Sierra Sewing, Quilting and Vacuums in their south Reno location. As this was my first trip into the store, I wasn’t sure what to expect. The shop is located in a small strip mall on South Virginia street. It’s so well placed, ... Read More about Sierra Sewing, Quilting & Vacuums
Sierra Sewing, Quilting & Vacuums
Ireland Traveling Game #2: Traveling by Toilet
Seeing EVERY side of the Emerald Isle Ok, I’m sure your imagination is running wild about now wondering just how crazy and disgusting was this trip? Let me set your fears aside and explain. In 2017 I was fortunate enough to attend a Craft Tour trip to Ireland with master quilter Mark Sherman where he debuted his amazing Book of Kells quilt. The experience was, shall we say, life altering. When we first landed in Ireland (3 AM their time) it hadn’t really set in yet that I was in a ... Read More about Ireland Traveling Game #2: Traveling by Toilet
Ireland Traveling Game #1: Collecting Bartenders
Toasting Ireland One Pub at a Time Most people that know me personally can attest to how shy I usually am when meeting new people. Quite often I’m the lonely one in the corner doing my due diligence to make sure that darn wall doesn’t fall down. It’s a selfless job. However, my trip to Ireland brought out a whole new side to my personality no one expected, least of all me. Things started innocently enough. On our first night in Ireland, my roommate, Jeanne and I had stopped in to ... Read More about Ireland Traveling Game #1: Collecting Bartenders
SewEndipitous: A Quilt Shop Spotlight
The Jewel of Rock Hill! Here in the Carolina's, we're pretty lucky to have an abundance of quilt shops. However, the town of Rock Hill, South Carolina stood out as in dire quilt shop need. That was until Lisa from SewEndipitous decided to bring her online store into a brick and mortar quilt shop. When you grow up surrounded by generations of quilters, it stands to reason that you might become a quilter yourself. Well, Lisa Baker, owner of SewEndipitous Quilt Shop in Rock Hill, SC ... Read More about SewEndipitous: A Quilt Shop Spotlight
How to Choose a Sewing Machine for Quilting
From the Neck to the Feet, we've got you covered! Are you looking to upgrade your sewing machine? Or maybe purchase one as a gift but not sure how to choose the best model? That’s where my friends over at Crafty Hangouts come in. They’ve shared these great tips to help get you started with how to choose a sewing machine! 🙂 Take it away guys… How to Choose a Sewing Machine for Quilting Quilting can be a great hobby, allowing you to express yourself creatively. The good news is ... Read More about How to Choose a Sewing Machine for Quilting
How to Make the Checklist Quilt Block
A link in the Sew Much Fun Blog Hop tour! One of the first things I like to do at the start of a new year is to make a list of all my quilt projects. Which ones I didn't finish from the year before and which ones I want to tackle in the coming year. So, when I sat down to create a "New Year" themed quilt block, my checklist was the first thing that popped in my mind! Sew Much Fun Quilt Tour Last year a group of designers all participated in a super fun Quilt Around the Block tour ... Read More about How to Make the Checklist Quilt Block
How to Finish a Quilt
Including Pin Basting, Squaring up and Binding your quilt! One of the most often asked questions I've received from new quilters is how to finish their quilt. Let's be honest. Most quilt patterns (mine included) only give you instructions on how to complete your quilt top. But they fall short just before the finish line. That's where my friends over at Free Needle come in. They've shared these great tips to help get you started with finishing your quilt. Plus a few added little extra ... Read More about How to Finish a Quilt
When Life Hands You Scraps… Make a Quilt!
Stranded in salt, the donner party, my girlfriend's quilt shoppe and more! You know the saying, "Anything that can go wrong will go wrong"? Well that Murphy was a smart guy, as we found out right after we crossed into Utah. However, that little breakdown turned into a grand adventure! Plus... Ribbit’s Tip of the Week at 3:58#FunFacts of the largest salt concentration in the US at 6:52My Girlfriend’s Quilt Shop Spotlight at 13:00 All that and more on this week’s episode of Rona ... Read More about When Life Hands You Scraps… Make a Quilt!
What To Do on a Road Trip from Reno to Las Vegas
Finding Adventure and Quilting Inspiration in the Nevada Desert Trekking through the open desert may seem boring to some. But we quilters know just how to turn the seemingly mundane into a grand inspirational adventure! As the world begins to slowly reopen, I made my annual trek to Nevada to visit my parents for mom’s birthday and Father’s Day. Normally, we would be attending the Reno Quilt Show and the Reno Rodeo. Mom’s favorite is the Bull Riding event. I personally love the Mutton ... Read More about What To Do on a Road Trip from Reno to Las Vegas
The Best FREE All Purpose Tote Bag Pattern You’ll Ever Need
From grocery shopping to road trip packing to quilt retreats, this bag fits them all! So far I've made three of these fabulous tote bags and will probably end up making at least three more. They have a super strong base that will hold a ton of weight. In fact, I've filled them up with cans and jars at the grocery store with no problems. Planning a road trip? This is your tote bag! Everything you need to keep in the car can be held inside these great bags. Heading for a quilt ... Read More about The Best FREE All Purpose Tote Bag Pattern You’ll Ever Need
Quilting Across Nevada!
How to Plan a shop hop, 2 quilt shops and more! In this week's episode we continue our cross country journey through the state of Nevada. And oh boy were we surprised at what we found along the way!! Plus... How to plan a shop hop, TWO quilt shops, a little Nevada history and prostitution... All that and more on this week's episode of Rona, the Traveling Quilter! SHOW notes Check out more about the Mad Hatter quilt shop and the Quilt Parlor quilt shop!Click here for more ... Read More about Quilting Across Nevada!
Windy Moon Quilt Shops
Two Great shops for the trip of one! With two locations in Reno and Sparks, Nevada, each with their own unique style, inventory and general ambiance, Windy Moon Quilt Shops are a must add to your Northern Nevada itinerary. Owner Sandy Sullivan first purchased the quilt shop from a friend in 1984. At that time, it was located in Roundhouse Mall up in Tahoe City. If you’re not familiar with the Northern Nevada area, Tahoe City is located on the California side of Lake Tahoe. Even though ... Read More about Windy Moon Quilt Shops