Stitching the Hawkeye state!Welcome to Iowa!Quilt Retreats are one of my favorite gatherings for quilters. A time where we can chat, laugh and SEW! But, what Quilt Retreat Centers are near me? They're HERE! :)Below is the most up to date list of active Quilting Retreat Centers in Iowa. If you know of one, or own one, and would like it added to the list, CLICK HERE and let us know!I will continually update this list as I get new information. So, be sure to bookmark this page or Pin it ... Read More about Full List of Quilt Retreat Centers in Iowa
Full List of Quilt Retreat Centers in Iowa
Complete List of 87 Quilt Shops in Minnesota
Land of 10,000 LakesWelcome to Minnesota!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 most up to date list of active ... Read More about Complete List of 87 Quilt Shops in Minnesota
Charming Spiral Quilt Along Week Two
Join me for week TWO of my 2025 Winter Project!Every winter brings a down time for us travelers. However, it also brings more time for Quilting! Therefore, every year I try to challenge myself to try a new project or technique to keep improving my quilting skills. This year, it's all about Pre-Cuts!This week we cover our second Quilt Blocks - Five Patches!Covered in this week's video:Required Materials: For this week's Quilt Blocks, I used strips from the same Jelly Roll package from Week One ... Read More about Charming Spiral Quilt Along Week Two
What Quilting Supplies you CAN take on an Airplane
Can I take my sewing machine on an airplane?I fly quite a bit. In fact, I’ve been flying at least once a year since I was 6 months old. Especially as a quilter, I try to stay up to date on the ins and outs of TSA and what quilting supplies you can take on board an airplane.While most things are pretty obvious, we quilters have a unique set of supplies that you might be surprised are actually allowed on board an aircraft. However, keep in mind that ultimately it is up to the discretion of the TSA ... Read More about What Quilting Supplies you CAN take on an Airplane
Charming Spiral Quilt Along Week One
Join me for week one of my 2025 Winter Project!Every winter brings a down time for us travelers. However, it also brings more time for Quilting! Therefore, every year I try to challenge myself to try a new project or technique to keep improving my quilting skills. This year, it's all about Pre-Cuts!This week we cover our first Quilt Blocks - Strip Piecing!Covered in this week's video:Required Materials: For this week's Quilt Blocks, I used strips from one Jelly Roll package and then cut ... Read More about Charming Spiral Quilt Along Week One
Full List of Quilt Retreat Centers in Wisconsin
Stitching the America's Dairyland!Welcome to Wisconsin!Quilt Retreats are one of my favorite gatherings for quilters. A time where we can chat, laugh and SEW! But, what Quilt Retreat Centers are near me? They're HERE! :)Below is the most up to date list of active Quilting Retreat Centers in Wisconsin. If you know of one, or own one, and would like it added to the list, CLICK HERE and let us know!I will continually update this list as I get new information. So, be sure to bookmark this page or ... Read More about Full List of Quilt Retreat Centers in Wisconsin
Charming Spiral Quilt Along
Join me for my 2025 Winter YouTube Project!Every winter brings a down time for us travelers. However, it also brings more time for Quilting! Therefore, every year I try to challenge myself to try a new project or technique to keep improving my quilting skills. This year it's all about Pre-Cuts! I'll admit, I have not worked very much with pre-cuts. In fact, I've never actually used the "Mini Charms" or 2 1/2 x 2 1/2 inch pre-cut squares. So, for this year's Winter Quilt Project I've worked up a ... Read More about Charming Spiral Quilt Along
Complete List of over 38 Quilt Shops in Alabama
Sweet Home AlabamaWelcome to Alabama!When you search online for "quilters in Alabama" a flood of articles, videos and stories appear about the infamous Gee's Bend quilters. These ladies are, arguably, some of the most famous hand quilters in our entire quilting community. Named after James Gee, originally from Hallifax County, NC (1816), Gee's Bend is located across the river from Camden, Alabama. Gee brought with him 18 slaves and established a cotton plantation. Throughout the years since, ... Read More about Complete List of over 38 Quilt Shops in Alabama
Complete List of 53 Quilt Shops in Virginia
Old DominionWelcome to Virginia! While Virginia is mostly known for it's vast military and political background, it also houses a unique corner of the quilting community. For quilt makers, art lovers and history enthusiasts, Virginia will never disappoint. No matter which part of the state you visit, you will find an array of museums, historical landmarks, historical towns, houses and natural beauty to last a lifetime. But be warned, once you venture in to begin exploring Virginia, you'll ... Read More about Complete List of 53 Quilt Shops in Virginia
Holly Jolly Quilt Babble Party 3
Quilt Babble LIVE! Episode 26Show NotesIn the 26th installment of Quilt Babble LIVE! with Lisa and Rona, we had great fun babbling about Christmas ornaments, gifts, memories all while I attempted to make a Scandinavian Christmas Star ornament LIVE!Want to make your own Scandinavian Christmas Star? Click HERE!Want to make 'Mamaw's Trash' that I talk about? Click HERE! Join us at the Pond!Receive weekly emails full of awesome Quilty travel tips, shops, shows, coupons and much more!Sign me ... Read More about Holly Jolly Quilt Babble Party 3
Complete List of 105 Quilt Shops in Pennsylvania
The Keystone StateWelcome to Pennsylvania! Pennsylvania is definitely one of my favorite states. As both a history buff and quilt enthusiast, this state has everything one could ever hope for! For instance, did you know the battle of Gettysburg lasted 3 full days and encompassed the entire town and surrounding areas? It's one of the only fully preserved battlefields in the entire United States. AND they have an AMAZING quilt shop that helps to provide fabric for quilts as well as 1800's era ... Read More about Complete List of 105 Quilt Shops in Pennsylvania
2025 Scotland Quilt Tour!
Ultimate 2025 quilting Adventure in scotland!Join me September 4 - 15, 2025 for a one of a kind brand new Quilt Tour like NO OTHER! Spend 11 days in the land of bagpipes and wool for an unforgettable journey through time and textiles!Tour Dates: September 4 - 15, 2025here are Some of the Highlights you'll enjoy on Your trip to Scotland...How much does the Scotland Quilt Tour cost?tour price is $5650 per person(Single Room Supplement: $925)$500 Non-refundable Deposit required per person. Final ... Read More about 2025 Scotland Quilt Tour!