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For those of us who can remember, the late 1960’s was a time of massive change and excitement. The revolution was in progress and we were Feeling Groovy. There was no capacity for bland in music, fashion or the people. The hippy movement flourished and flower […]
For many decades, coconut ice has been a sweet treat that could always be found at school fetes, cake stalls and markets. In family kitchens across Australia, batches of this pink and white confection have been made many times. Not only is it quick and easy to make, inexpensive […]
A couple of quick photos of the quilt that I am currently working on. I really need to get it finished so I can publish the pattern, but I’ve been dawdling as I am enjoying the quilting so much. The Kiku Blossom Quilt has has […]
Having to choose a favourite quilt is like having to choose a favourite child, but if I had to choose one, Moon Shadow is high on my list of my favourite quilts — just don’t tell my other quilts. The simplicity of the design made it […]
Believe it or not, I don’t have a large stash of fabric. My fabric gets used very quickly as I mostly buy what I intend to use. Having said that, sometimes I do have a few odd pieces left over and that’s when I will try […]
After I had been teaching patchwork and quilting classes for a couple of years I was asked to teach at our local quilt store. Happily I took on the new challenge and readily accepted the job. I then started to think about what I would teach. When […]
Sometimes I think I deliberately go slow when I am quilting. I’m not sure if it’s because I am prolonging the joy of hand quilting, or it’s because I can’t decide on what quilt pattern to do next. Either way, Moon Shadow is coming along […]
In July I will celebrate a big birthday. Believe it, or not, I am really looking forward to it. The party invitations have been posted and I can’t wait to share the day with my family and friends. This birthday is a milestone. As I reflect […]
You may think that hand quilting is a dying art, but nothing could be further from the truth. There are many of us in the quilting world who continue this time-honoured tradition. Of course, we all love and appreciate the intricate detail of machine […]
Outside it is cold and wet, but in my sewing room I am warm and dry as I quilt to the rhythm of the rain. The colours of the thread and fabrics are more intense in the soft light. I lose myself in the pleasure of […]
