Quilting Station Updo!

I learn the best things from random quilters as they come and set up their sewing stations for retreat.

Did you know that you can double your space and have room for all of your stuff if you bring some simple organizing shelves?

Space above, space below.

When you can't spread wide, go high!

We've got 3 levels here from table top to up above.

Many of these little shelf things break down to flat and are easy to transport.

Because, you know - We need ALL THE THINGS!

I love watching folks move in and set up their spaces as their new home for just about a week.

I can't wait to see just what they'll be churning out now that they are all set up and ready to roll.

Hello, little green grasshopper!  So cute!

On the wall behind her I spy some Virginia Bound blocks from my book Scraps & Shirttails!

Some Nebula diamonds happening here -

And yes, it is Christmas in July - so there is SWAG!

And a Christmas tree hanging.

And it looks like a fun gift exchange will happen at some point.

Some cute hexies are on the wall.

And something dynamic being made with African prints.

One Block Wonder assembly taking place!

Big star with a music theme!

Little star in holiday prints becomes:

A darling runner!

A finished top in soft colors.

Well done!

I was invited to partake in a Salad Bar lunch....doesn't this look delicious?? Things were set out in the dining room (Because the kitchen island is too small for this spread!) and then we were to take our plates/bowls outside to eat on the porch.

But first....

Looks like we'd been visited by racoons overnight.  There are footprints (and hand prints??) on the table!

A quick spray of cleaner and a couple of paper towels took care of that.  Those varmints!

It was a lovely day for lunch, in spite of raccoon visitations!

This morning I laid out the hexie quilt to see just how much was left to do after last night's round of stitching - 

Mabel promptly walked over to claim (and sit upon) the sunny spot.  Good morning!

Looks like a lot of progress was made last night!

My wonder clip marks where I stopped at about 73''. I bet there is only one more evening to get this done.

Mabel rolls over and says hooray!

But it won't be tonight - it's a fire pit night! And the dogs love that too as they get to come and visit with everyone.

The ladies have my park pass and are headed up this morning in search of ponies. It's another day to dig into all of the quilty things in the studio.

I can't think of a better way to spend a Friday!

Our Abbeygate release was a hit!  I'm so thrilled to hear that so many of you have been setting your scraps aside with this quilt in mind and I can't wait to see what you do with this one.

Abbeygate is marked 25% off in the Quiltville Store - no coupon needed. Sale good through 7/31/25.

Tile Inspired!

Simple shapes create a stunning repeat of pattern and secondary designs – All from a photo taken of a vintage tile floor white traveling. Full color photos, Optional piecing methods, and directions to press for success!

Quilt Size: 80’’ X 80’’

And about that gift-away!

I'll be drawing for 2 winners who will each receive an Abbeygate PDF pattern from me and a Crème de la Crème fabric roll from  Cotton to Quilts.

And yes, they have wonderful rolls in other colors, too! Each roll contains 20 different fabrics 8'' X 22''. Perfect for stash enhancing!

Pop on back to the Gift-Away post and get your entry in.

We'll draw for our winners on 7/28/25.

Quiltville Quote of the Day -

I hear it takes a long time to finish a quilt you are not working on!

 
Pull something forward today and let's make some progress!

Happy Friday, everyone!