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The Gift Quilt
The joys and complications of giving and receiving a quilt
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A Dyer's Garden
Natural Dye Garden Update
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The Notion Shop of My Dreams
A round up of favorite quilting notions, tools and supplies for hand quilting.
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How to Hang a Quilt
Four ways to hang a quilt (or other textiles)
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How to Tie and Hide a Quilter’s Knot
For Hand Quilting with Pearl Cotton or Sashiko Thread
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From Quilt Block to Kitchen Wall
Decorative Painting, Texture, and the Thing That Drives the Art
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Bite by Bite: Learning to Mordant
A Personal and Practical Guide to Mordants for Natural Dyes—What They Are, How They Work, and How to Begin
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What's the Matter with My Madder?
A dye journal entry about troubleshooting madder, followed by a detailed guide for working with madder on linen and cotton.
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The Coverlet: The Quilt's Drapey Cousin
A coverlet is perfect for summer throws and decorative curtains for doors, closets, or showers.
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How to baste a quilt for hand quilting
terms, tips, tools, and methods for basting a quilt
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The Art and Technique of Strip Quilting
Exploring Strip Piecing Methods and the Many Ways to Quilt with Strips
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A Year of Magical Quilting
2024 Reflection: What I learned and where I am headed next
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