In a world filled with endless products and tools, I try to keep things simple when it comes to sewing and quilting. I’ve never been one for having lots of rulers and gadgets that I only use for one project. Instead, over the years I’ve found a handful of trusty notions and tools that make […]
The holiday season is upon us and for some of us that means struggling to find the perfect gifts for everyone on our list. Over the years, I’ve become friends with a group of amazing artists and small business owners who offer amazing products and I’d like to introduce them to you. I know each […]
This week on Whole Circle Studio LIVE! I share 5 of my favorite “beyond the basics” sewing/quilting tools. Here are links to my favorite products I mentioned: • Iris Superfine pins • Clover Thread Pic • Havel’s Seam Ripper • Precision Tools Wool Pressing Mat • Oliso mini project iron • Bohin Needle Threader […]
It’s a new year—time to clean up and organize our sewing spaces! I want to share 3 ways I organize my thread and some awesome thread tips. three ways I organize my thread: 1. keeping my bobbin and my thread spools together When sewing, I typically match my bobbin thread to my top thread. This […]
Before we get into specifics about thread weight, I want to share a bit about my history with thread. When I first started quilting, I used a variety of (mostly inexpensive) threads that I could find at my local big-box store. I had occasional issues with tension and thread breaking but didn’t realize it was […]
Today has been a long time coming… it’s my day to reveal the block I designed for The Splendid Sampler 2 book by Pat Sloan and Jane Davidson. I designed, made and submitted the block in the summer of 2017, almost a year and a half ago! I’m excited to share the process and some […]
My mission is to enhance people’s lives through beautiful, meaningful design. All types of design—not just quilts! Check this out! I designed a pair of leggings (also doubles as a high quality Yoga pant!). The printing on the leggings is so incredible—they look like they’re quilted but they’re not! Seriously! It’s hard to distinguish the printed leggings […]