For some reason I decided to have a Pampered Chef party at my house tonight so my preparation for the Quilts by Barb Quilt Retreat had to go on hold so I could clean my house (or at least three rooms of my house…). BUT I’m still super excited! Your temptation/teaser today is – American […]
Count Down to the Quilts by Barb Quilt Retreat – 4 days
I am so excited to be heading down to Belmont, WI, for the QuiltsbyBarb quilt retreat and I’m sure there are many others that are as well. It’s been such a crazy busy apple season that I absolutely can’t wait to go and sew for 2 days straight (I know, some of you luckies get […]
2010 Handcrafted Hoedown for the Holiday’s at Lapacek’s Orchard
Yes! I am having the Handcrafted Hoedown for the Holiday’s again this year. I’m excited to be able to share with you some familiar faces and some new ones in this years collection of goods. I’ll start out with talking the basics: What: An opportunity to buy unique, locally hand-crafted items for friends and family […]
Project QUILTING – An Interview with Quilting Diva
And now we hear from a fellow teammate and competitor on Season 1 of Project Quilting – QuiltingDiva… What made you decide to join Project QUILTING? I saw it in the Quiltsy groups and thought it was such a good idea. I really wanted to stretch my skills and come up with some original designs. […]
Holiday Craft Sale Season
Well, I’m onto ‘partial’ apple season (we are now closed Monday’s and Tuesday’s and don’t open until noon Wednesday – Friday, all day Saturday and Sunday but still…) so that means it’s time to start to think about this years Holiday Craft Sale Season. I am partaking in three different sales this year: […]
Front Page of etsy – KimsCraftyApple
I came in from lunch today and was pleasantly surprised to see this: My Vintage Paper Doll Ornament Natalie was featured in WickedDarling’s Great Gift Ideas Under $20 Treasury that made it to the front page of etsy during lunchtime (perfect timing) today! Thanks so much for including me in your collection WickedDarling!
Project QUILTING – An Interview with MoranArtandQuilts
What made you decide to join Project QUILTING? I always like a good challenge! Sometimes it’s easier to get an idea if someone gives you an easy start with a topic. What was your favorite part about Project QUILTING? My favorite part was waiting to hear what the judges had to say because I respect […]
Etsy Holiday Bootcamp Inspiration
I’ll admit it. I’ve been loosely following Etsy’s Boot Camp Guidelines. I read as much as I have time to and try to jot notes and complete the tasks between customers. I think I’ll be ready to get started when apple season comes to a slow end next month. One thing really caught my eye […]
Project QUILTING Interview with Ilsa Birmingham
What made you decide to join Project QUILTING? I was only able to join for one week, but I wanted to do others. I like the idea of coming up with an original idea – not following somebody’s pattern. Pushes me to try new things. Which Challenge in Season 1 (you can include the […]
Patchwork Perfection
As an avid quilter I love to see all the fun things that can be done with patchwork. Here are a few of those fantastic finds! Custom String Theory Rainbow Festival Apron Dress from gbellasmom Paisley Loves Flowers — messenger bag with vintage ribbon trim from NellGleason Handmade Patchwork Twirl Skirt from OriginalsbyLaurenToo Grunge […]