B.A.D.Bee In The House!

They're Baaaaacccckkkk!

It's been a long two years.

Last February we had to postpone their retreat due to a really bad ice storm that rolled through on their week to be here.

February is always iffy, but it comes with the caveat (and understanding) of either full refund should weather shut us down, or just move their dates to the next year with one free night added in as interest paid!

I'm so happy they are back!

And as I walked into the room, things were already exploding onto design walls -

This gorgeous batik on black is going to become a quilted coat.  It's going to be gorgeous!

This fun block is from my quilt Carolina Christmas which was a way early Quiltville Winter Mystery and is now found in Scraps & Shirttails II.

I've always loved this block and I would like to play with it again!

These darling quilts are being machine quilted for placing over isolettes in the NICU.  What a great way to brighten a scary place for babies and parents alike.

Check out this one blog wonder!

Love this! Two stars in one!

A Hunter's Star is growing on this design wall.  Can't wait to see it done!

Little rows of scrappy possibilities make me so excited!

I know what this is, do you?

It's almost time for  Tulip Time!

And that means daffodils are getting closer, too.  In fact, I saw some little shoots sprouting up in the side yard at the inn!  Spring eventually DOES come.

And so does mammogram time.

I had an afternoon appointment for my yearly mammogram.  It's actually been delayed a couple of months due to travel, change of insurance, and weather.  But I got in.  And this was the display in the Mammography suite waiting room.

It gave me a good chuckle.  Someone put a lot of work into this display to celebrate healthy boobs.

Have you had your mammo lately?

Evening time attempting to stitch down some more of the String Rings binding.
Ivy between my knees, not allowing me to turn that next corner.
But check out her kitty beans.  SO CUTE!
With getting the inn ready to switch groups, and throwing in mammo appointments the only time I really had to sew yesterday was evening binding time, and I'm okay with that.
I have some more small projects to work on for the retreat, and I'll share those tomorrow.
Today will be another run around day as Tula has to go back to the vet - she is leaking from her incision and I think she's got an infection in her eye socket so off we go again. There is some oozing. It's gross.  So I called yesterday morning and they said they could work me in at 2:30pm today.
I'll come home, get Tula, drive the hour to the vet, do the waiting room thing, the exam room thing, see what she needs (an antibiotic shot I bet) and then an hour drive home - 
All well wishes are welcome please. I'm not sure how many of her 9 lives we've worked through up to this point.

Are you dreaming of coming with me to Romania in June? June is stated to be the most beautiful month to visit. I can't wait.

We are into the last days of signups and registration will be closing soon.

We still have some spots available, and I was told that the cut off date for those who wish to join me is March 6th - so hurry! Get your reservation in NOW!

Find out more on my Craftours travel page.

I'm looking forward to making some travel memories together with you! Who knows? Romania just may be the inspiration for our NEXT Quiltville Winter Mystery!

This happened last Saturday. More info on the Gift-Away page.  Get your entry in!
Drawing happens Monday, 2/23/26
Iceland Inspired!

A Craftours trip to Iceland in 2025 inspired the colors and design of this quilt. Originally presented as a Quiltville Winter Mystery, this pattern booklet includes all of the tips, helps and techniques covered in the mystery. Full color photos and graphics. Optional paper piecing templates for some units included.

Quilt Size: 80’’ X 80’’

Introductory Pricing:

I have placed the PDF pattern booklet for Lupine & Laughter at 25% off automatic discount in the Quiltville Store. No coupon needed!  Pricing good through 2/28/26.

Quiltville Quote of the Day -

These are my guidelines for a fulfilling life.

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Which one of these will you work on today?

Happy Friday, everyone!