February 10, 2010
Hi all. It is a snow day here in
North Jersey and a great time to update my website. I have a new
Kaleidoscope Smart-Plate pattern, the Pontiac Start the Smart Way! This
old traditional pattern can be done super easily with faux triangles and
the Smart-Plate trimming method. The block is not what you think.... the
stars are made when the blocks come together.
Peggy McIntire, from Georgia
will have booths at the AQS shows in both Lancaster, PA and Knoxville,
TN. Be sure to stop by and say "Hi" to her there. You can also see her
demonstrate the Kaleidoscope Smart-Plate.
I am in the works to begin my
international tour teaching, probably in late fall of this year.
Aside from the above, I have
been working on new class ideas and patterns. One of the new things we
are working on for this year at the shop is a "Make it and Take it"
class. These are very popular at quilt shows. A quick and easy project
that can be finished in a small amount of time. Last month we made a
simple tote bag and this month we are making a "grocery" bag using
vinyl-ized fabric. Next months project is going to be a crayon/coloring
book tote bag. If you are interested in any of these patterns, please
email me. (Make
it and Take it pattern request).
I have also been doing alot of
knitting and crochet. I, like many, do not enjoy the finishing process
of making a sweater. I found a book called "Everyday Crochet" by Doris
Chan. (Please look this up. She has a blog and everything!) These lacey
sweaters are crocheted from the top edge down. I love them! I have
already made two sweaters. I just have to figure out how to get the fit
just right. Thank you Doris Chan!
My high-school reunion is
coming up. Have you been to yours? I hope to get there, but logistics
could be an issue. Many of my classmates are no longer in the
metro-tri-state area, so i am afraid there wont be too many of us there.
I'll let you know how it goes.
Guess I'll sign-off for now.
Talk to you soon!
Sharon