Category Archives: Quilting Tools

Binding Storage

A few months ago I saw on a blog a neat way to store binding – in a squat mason jar.  I can’t remember the blog it was on (sorry) – but I went and bought a few mason jars and proceeded to put my binding in it. It was great for quilts that are… Continue Reading

A New Ruler Rack

My neighbor likes to dabble in woodworking.  I had asked him if he could make me a new ruler rack because the little 9-slot jobs just wouldn’t hold all my rulers.  He finished it today: It has tons of slots.  It measures 11” x 24” and is awesome! Did I mention it has a ton… Continue Reading

Oliso Irons STINK!

Quilters all over the world quest for that perfect iron.  One that heat up fast, stay hot for long periods of time, have a good steam reservoir that won’t leak or spit at you, and have a good gliding surface. Two years ago, I was introduced to the Oliso Irons.  I thought I had found… Continue Reading

HQG – June Potluck

Monday was my guild’s annual potluck dinner.  In addition to that, there is always an auction of donated unwanted items from member’s sewing rooms.   Here were my spoils from the evening.  I spent maybe about $20.   A kit to make a small wallhanging.   A set of fabric – the floral is 1… Continue Reading

Hearth & Home BOM – Month 1, Block 1

  This block was fiddly.  This was my second attempt at this block.  I was happy that there was enough fabric to re-do the block.  One seam didn’t match up really well- I can see that now in the photo.     This neat little tool was made by my friend Susan’s husband.  It is… Continue Reading