In Progress: Marabou Stork 2

In Progress: Marabou Stork 2

August 20, 2016

A few weeks ago I introduced a new quilt I’m working on. For now I’m calling “him” Oscar the Marabou stork. (Feel free to submit more formal title ideas in the comments below.) … Read More

Quilt Stories: Polka Dodo

Quilt Stories: Polka Dodo

August 6, 2016

“Polka Dodo,” a bird with an attitude, even though he’s extinct. At some point in their creation, my quilts take on a life and personality of their own—like children. This … Read More

Choosing Fabric for Fabric Collage

Choosing Fabric for Fabric Collage

July 23, 2016

Of course, while I must admit that I have such a broad taste in color and design that my husband sometimes says it amounts to no taste at all (I prefer to describe my taste as “eclectic”), I do have some broad guidelines for how I select fabric. If I had to break it down, I might use the following criteria: color, pattern, scale, and quantity.

Summertime Quilt Retreat: What’s It Like?

Summertime Quilt Retreat: What’s It Like?

June 25, 2016

What’s it like to take one of my classes? In this week’s post, my husband Tom interviews a student at my Summertime Quilt Retreat, following her progress through the four days of class.

Quilt Stories: Tickled Pink

Quilt Stories: Tickled Pink

June 18, 2016

Before I was the crocodile quilt lady, I was known by some as the pink rhino quilt lady. Between teaching, home life, and other commitments, I have averaged one big piece per … Read More

The Point of Pets

The Point of Pets

June 4, 2016

Animal lover. If I were to sign up for online dating (don’t worry, dear!), those two words might come first in my profile. Non-animal-lovers need not respond. If you are bothered by … Read More