I love reading a book with my kids before bed. Some nights are laid back with plenty of time to read and do all the bedtime rituals. But other nights are rushed, and there’s barely enough time to get teeth brushed, much less enough time to read a book. Bible Stories that End with a…
This pattern and tips for the quilt pattern “Grandmother’s Flower Garden” is by a Kentucky former quilt store owner. Thanks to The Querky Quilter for sharing this with our readers. When we hear the word “ green” we often think of efforts to conserve and recycle. But this is not a new concept, dating as…
Last weekend my daughter decided she needed a new special blanket for her dolls. It was icy and cold outside, so I knew we weren’t going anywhere. We decided it was time she get her first sewing lesson. We pulled out our fabric box, the sewing machine, straight pins and scissors. Our first sewing lesson…
When Maggie Porter returned from San Francisco after her mother’s death, she was shocked to see how her father’s health had deteriorated, the ranch hands were on the brink of a strike and the ranch in disrepair. Maggie became determined to find out what was going on and do whatever it took to get the…
I have been loving the Quilts of Love series. I have read two books in the series recently: Wild Goose Chase Christmas and Beyond the Storm. Each book in the series uses a quilt as the centerpiece of the story line. This newest book in the series called Path of Freedom uses a special quilt…
Most people go through stages with their hobbies. Take a minute and think about your hobby journey so far. Maybe as a child you collected buttons, legos, or marbles. Maybe you went through a baseball card stage, stamps or postcards. Many adults who travel may collect spoons, thimbles or magnets. Some people go through stages…
Do you know what PLARN is? If you say no, you are in good company. Up until 4 days ago, I had never heard the word plarn. But one night I was working late and got a little sidetracked looking for ideas on how to do a crocheted rag rug and discovered some crocheted plastic…
How do you bring home the camping fun when it’s freezing outside and frost on the ground? You play Smores of course! My kids love to play card games and they love Smores. So I loved this new card game that brings home the fun, teaches them to work together and brings more laughter to…