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Apple Dumplings (aka Apple Crack)
So occasionally, I make this dessert for my family. We call them Apple Crack because they are addicting! Ingredients:2 Tart Apples1 Prepackaged roll of "original" Crescent Rolls1/2 Cup Butter1/2 Cup...
View ArticleLast Minute Friday Night Sew In Signup
Um.. Where did March go?? I was thinking FNSI was another week away. This has been a very busy month. Are you ready? Do you need to get some sewing done? I do! I have been working on a baby gift that...
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So What's Up?
Ok.. I have been promising that I would explain my "funk" and why I haven't done very much blogging lately. First let me start by saying that I know things could always be worse! I am an optimist. I am...
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Photo Booth Bomb
So my home PC is currently at the computer clinic. The Ethernet card died. But she should be back today. I wanted to do a blog post so I had the great idea to use my iPad. I went into the pictures and...
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Playing Catch Up
So as I have mentioned before, I am doing the Fat Quarter Shop Mystery Designer Block of the Month. This is my first Block of the Month and I love it!!! Today between transporting kids, taking my car...
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In Need of Some Cheap Inspiration?!
We are library folk.. we love going to the local library. And my kids tend to bring home too many books.. just like their Mom. We made the trip yesterday. I got this lovely pile... These 2 aren't...
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Busy Weekend and a GIVEAWAY!!
I had a very fun and busy weekend. My sister and her 2 grown children came to visit. We barely slept all weekend and we did a 5K on Saturday morning. By Sunday night.. I was pooped. Saturday night...
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Yes, I'm late announcing the winner of the 100 blocks giveaway. I woke up the next morning sick as a dog. I am coughing like a truck driver who smokes 2 packs a day. It's ugly and exhausting. My...
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He Can See!
My youngest has wanted glasses for a couple years now. I'm not sure when glasses became cool. I remember when I first got glasses, I was in the 8th grade and I was devastated! Well, his dreams finally...
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Welcome to the Blog Tour!
The giveaway has ended. I have drawn two lucky winners!!Mary from http://ipiece2-mary.blogspot.comAnd Lovie from http://loviesquiltsandlife.blogspot.com/Congrats! Send me your address!!Welcome to the...
View ArticleFriday Night Sew In - Signup!
I'm late... AGAIN!! I totally spaced getting the signups posted. It's been a hectic week. I'm gearing up for a job interview on Monday. Wish me luck!I will be sewing tonight. I have been cutting fabric...
View ArticleIt's official....
I've been meaning to do this post for awhile. I need to take a small blogging break until October.So much is happening and chaos is all around. I just haven't had time or the brain power to give the...
View ArticleAttention Texas!
I will be taking a trip to Texas soon for work. I will be alllll by myself.You know what that means... I will have my evenings to explore on my own. Nobody's agenda but my own. I've been researching...
View ArticleBack in the Saddle
I have been sewing again... It feels so good to let the creative stuff out! My life is still upside down and sideways.. But I wanted to let you know that I'm ok and I'm sewing again. I have made some...
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Is that a Mustache or are you just happy to see me?
As I'm sure you are aware, mustaches are the cool thing lately. So for Christmas, I decided to make some mustache pillows for my boys. I could see the idea in my head. I had a plan. When I went to the...
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Run for Your Lives!!!
So about a year ago I decided to teach myself to crochet. Actually, I wanted to knit. But quickly gave up. So I gave crocheting a try and fell in love. I've made a bazillion hats.. And although I might...
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The Kick I Needed
This past Fall I received an email. It was about a meeting with local quilters to discuss forming a local Modern Quilt Guild. I decided to go. Just to check it out... hear what they had to say... see...
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Put A Name On It
I saw this idea at a quilt store that I visited while out of town last Fall. And since I don't have any girls in my house, I decided to make them for 2 of my favorite girls. I used a charm pack from...
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Hard Work Recognized
Do you shop at thrift stores? I don't have many thrift stores near me. We have just 1 locally. A few others if I want to drive 20 min or so. Very disappointing. Anyway, my kids love to shop there. I'm...
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The Clip Cushion
My very first Craftsy Pattern is available now!!Have you been looking for the perfect way to keep your Wonder Clips handy? Well look no further!The Clip Cushion is here! The pattern is available on...
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Welcome Baby Jackson
I finished a baby quilt for a new addition to our family. His name is Jackson. He belongs to my stepdaughter. He is her 2nd child and I'm still not used to being called "grandma". It would probably...
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Bees are my friend
YSo I have been a member of the Lake Superior Modern Quild Guild for a couple years now. This year we started a Quilting Bee. In August we made these pineapple blocks for a member. The pineapple block...
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It's a swap!
The swap is FULL!! Thanks everyone! Do you love a good swap? I am facilitating a Low Volume Charm Square Swap!! I did one back in August and it was a huge success.We only have a total of 48 spots. And...
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Sleeve for an iPad Mini
I am doing a mini quilt swap with my cousin. We agreed to make each other a mini for the wall. I can't wait to show you what I'm making her. But I can't ruin the surprise. So you can't see it until she...
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