What is it about spring that makes me want to throw open the windows and swap out the winter pillows and fabrics for brighter, more light colors? Same goes for the blog. I’ve photographed a new header image and am trying a new Wordpress theme that’s easier on the eyes. Larger fonts, wider sidebars. I [...]
Posts from ‘March, 2009’
Instant Comraderie of Quilters
I had a lovely visit from a quilter from New York recently. Janet Root, SAQA member, quilt teacher, and avid quilter, stopped by to chat about quilting on a rainy day. We sat in the keeping room, fire blazing, and talked about teaching, our students, and where the best sales are (end-of-bolt sale at Little [...]
And the Book Goes to . . . .
Nova437! You’re the lucky winner of Kay’s book! Send me your mailing address at maria [at] colormastery.com and your autographed copy will be on its way to your door! Thank you to everyone who came to the party and congratulated Kay on her new book.
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Easy Applique Blocks Book Launch Party
Welcome to the launch party for Kay Mackenzie’s terrific new book, Easy Applique Blocks: 50 Designs in 5 Sizes from Martingale & Company / That Patchwork Place!
I’m pleased to host Kay here at Quilts and Creativity, and to be the first stop on her Book-A-Round blog tour. You’ll get to meet Kay, hear the [...]
March/April Newsletter
My latest newsletter is out and it’s bursting with all kinds of spring goodies, including all the details on the latest Color Mastery news: a book tour across Georgia. All the details are in the newsletter and over at the Color Mastery blog.
Every author dreams of doing a book tour, and I can’t wait to [...]
Save the Date: March 27 Book Launch Party for Easy Applique Blocks
I’m excited to announce I’ll be hosting the book launch party for Kay Mackenzie’s newest book, Easy Applique Blocks: 50 Designs in 5 Sizes. Mark your calendars for Friday, March 27. You’ll meet Kay, get an exclusive look at her new book, get free gifts from Kay, quiltini cocktail and party nibbles [...]
Top Ten Ways I Budget for Quilting in Tough Times
Even with the tough economy, I’m still spending money on two things: quilting and books. I can give up eating out, pedicures, car detailing, my housekeeper, and Starbucks without feeling deprived. But you take away my quilting and reading, and you’re messin’ with my priorities. My inner Madea might just come out.
I’ve long had a [...]
