This is one of those days…weeks actually…and I truly should be working on something else, but when a little life lesson hits me in the face, I just have to stop and take time to reflect, and yes, share my thoughts. Warning – this is long, and I do mean LONG. But it’s wintertime and perhaps… Continue reading Lessons From a Tree
In a few short hours, as they say, 2019 will be in the history books. A few days ago a friend posted this on Facebook, and I took it to heart... “I know we are in the yearly recap phase on social media and everyone is announcing their biggest wins, but please don’t compare yourself… Continue reading Staying Alive Choosing Joy
I wasn't going to blog today as I have lots on the "to do list" but I found myself writing a novel on Facebook and then realizing that I blogged on that format (grin). Since the audience on social media vs blogging is not always the same, I am sharing here with you...not a fancy… Continue reading Blue Christmas
Forgive me dear reader, it’s been 2 weeks since my last blog…and please forgive the annoying floating pop up if you are viewing this online as well as the gobbly gook at the top of my page….sigh…never enough time. I promise – that tech support call is on my to do list, first opportunity I… Continue reading Moving on Up
As promised....last weekend during my Small Business Saturday event I had invited my guests to join me in what I called a "Make It! Take It! Donate It!"event. Simply said, we were making tissue covers (they fit those small travel packages) to donate through my church to a local charity that is collecting items for… Continue reading Tissue Cover Tutorial
Most folks are already planning for their Friday and upcoming weekend while many are actually planning ahead a week for their shopping route on Black Friday! The Quilt Rambler studio is not a quilt shop - I operate out of my home and have to explain this a lot to callers who have found me… Continue reading It’s Not Friday Yet
Has it been that long already? I have had all intentions of sharing so much about Fall Quilt Market and Quilt Festival…Things don’t always go according to plan, do they? I will say that this was my busiest market ever. Generally, I’m doing a little shopping for my studio needs and mainly hang out with… Continue reading Friends, Fall Market, Festival
Hum...Fall Quilt Market was Friday October 25 to Monday October 28 .... I have sew much to share, but oh sooo little time. Don't despair dear quilting friend - the roving rambler reporter does have a few stories to tell in future blogs. The vendor mall and quilt exhibits at Houston International Quilt Festival actually… Continue reading Between Fall Market & Quilt Festival
It’s that time of year again, the rainy season....actually its when Fall Quilt Market comes to town! For those unfamiliar ~ this is the wholesale industry trade-show the week before Houston International Quilt Festival. This marks my 15th year to attend! I plan on posting a lot on social media so if you want a behind… Continue reading Fall Market & Pattern Release
Hasn't this been a fun blog hop from Studio 180 Design and Studio 180 Design's Certified Instructors! Don't you just love the Steam Engine fabric collection from Island Batik! In an effort to have one complete reference I'm reposting the schedule with all the links and photos of each block. Each link will lead you… Continue reading Union Station: Whistle Stop Tour
