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I created a 2025 page for the Gallery. I also updated the Gallery page. It seemed like a good idea. Do you want to see ALL of my quilts? Go there.
Projects, Classes, Patterns, Techniques & Tutorials
I saw a bag that looks like the UCAB, but seems to be a better design. I WILL NOT buy the pattern! If you make it, tell me what you think.
Cyndi showed me a thread catcher or clip holder that I thought was cool. I looked for a tutorial and found one! The tutorial mimics the way I thought the item was put together. I think I will try one.
Spencer Ogg has a pattern called the Curvalicious Zip Wallet. I like the curve, but also the diagonal outside pocket. I notice that if I like the fabrics, I am more inclined to think about buying a pattern.
I just received the Studio 180 Designs Technique Sheet for the Split Recs Ruler. This Technique Sheet has a variety of blocks and shapes you can make with the Split Recs Ruler** in addition to HRTs. THEN I saw that Mitzie over at Jittery Wings was working with the same shapes!! Her blocks look amazing in the AGF solids. I was thinking of trying out this Technique Sheet and exploring the Split Recs Ruler a bit more, but now I HAVE to.
This triangle thread catcher is interesting. I’d like to make some of them.
Tools, Books, Fabric, Notions, Services & Supplies
I wasn’t that excited about the new Kaffe Collective fabrics that were released last month. They are vibrant and colorful, but somehow just didn’t excite me.
Want to read a brief history of European sewing machines?
Some new fabric, supplies and gifts:
Exhibits and Organizations
Latifah Saafir has an exhibit called “It’s All a Dream” from March 6-July 28 at the National Quilt Museum.
Media and Articles
One of my guild mates forwarded an email from Shannon Brinkley, which resonated with me. It is called 5 things people think about teaching quilting (that aren’t true). The one that really resonated with me is that you do not have to be the most experienced quiltmaker in the room in order to teach. You do need some experience, but EVERYONE has something they can share with others.
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