And Sew It Goes

Category: Road Trip Quilter

  • Practice Does Not Always Make Perfect

    Have you ever practiced something, thinking you had it down, only to find it didn’t work when you needed it most? Circles are doing that to me at this very moment.  I bought circle templates and even read the directions. I practiced making a couple of circles and had amazing results. Now, when I need…

  • On the Road Again

    Each time I travel to Wisconsin one of the stops I have to make if I am anywhere near Milwaukee is at the Wisconsin Museum of Quilt and Fiber Arts. This little museum is a must see and worth going out of your way for. I first learned about the museum from the recommendation of…

  • Surrender to Creativity

    “The creative process is a process of surrender, not control.” Julia Cameron Today I veered from a plan I made a while ago. I planned to work on a wall hanging that consisted of circles. You may have read about it here or on my instagram page. Something happened on the way to choosing fabrics…

  • Decisions, Decisions, Decisions

    As I prepare for a road trip, I am in a quandary. What shall I bring? Not the clothing or snacks, but what will I bring to ‘do’ when traveling?  I’m a reader. Kindle loaded. Check! I’m a curious learner. Podcast queue- Ready to go!  I’m a maker, a creator. Here is where the problems…

  • Are Directions Necessary?

    I have found that directions are ‘nice to have,’ but not a necessity. A general direction is helpful. Are we headed east or west? Do you want to make chicken or pasta for dinner? Do you even want to make dinner?   I feel the same way about sewing. What colors do I want to use?…