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Archive for the ‘Quilting/Patchwork Inspirational’ Category

August 3rd, 2008

Do You Know There Are 30 US Teens in the Olympics?

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If you’re a fan of the summer Olympics in Beijing and plan on following some of the events, you’ll find Char Polanosky’s post, 30 US Olympians in their Teens of great interest.  Char also includes a number of videos of the young men and women.
As you work on your quilting, perhaps you and your family […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 6 comments

July 31st, 2008

Thanks for Your Response to the Quilting Book Giveaways

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Your response to my giveaways (Bloggy Giveaway at Quilting & Patchwork , ends 8/1 and Another Giveaway at Quilting & Patchwork, ends 7/31) has been wonderful.  I’m pleased so many of you wanted to share your involvement with  quilting whether you are a quilter/fabric artist or simply appreciate quilts.
I enjoyed hearing about your quiltmaking, your quilting heritage, and the […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 1 comment

July 23rd, 2008

Another Giveaway at Quilting & Patchwork

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 My next give giveaway  will be the book What I Learned from God While Quilting, by Ruth McHaney Danner and Cristine Bolley. 
Leave a comment with your name and e-mail (this will be available only to me, but is the way I can contact the winner).  Share with us something about your quilting/fabric art experiences.  If you’re just […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 26 comments

July 18th, 2008

The Power of the Quilter’s Blog

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You don’t need a blog if you’re a quilter or fabric artist.  However, it does make life fun and puts you in touch with so many more quilters, right from your own home (or wherever you access the Internet), than you’d meet otherwise.  A whole new world opens up for quilters with their blogs and […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 1 comment

July 6th, 2008

Arts Bloggers with Summer Projects for Quilters & More

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ARTS BLOGGER SUMMER PROJECTS
Check out Barbara Brabec and Me: Helping Crafters to Be at The Artful Crafter. If you want to craft for profit, you should know about Barbara Brabec and Eileen.
At Hankering for Yarn, you’ll find Crocheted Friendship Finger Puppets . Finger puppets are great gifts, and they are wonderful for summer travels. Crochet up a […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 0 comments

June 28th, 2008

Contest/Drawing for Alzheimer’s Book at Alzheimer’s Notes

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Perhaps you’re juggling your quilting with caring for an Alzheimer’s parent. Possibly you’re of the sandwich generation and have youngsters in the home, too.  So if you need inspiration and encouragment, Finding the Joy in Alzheimer’s, edited by Brenda Avadian, may help you find a bright spot midst frustration.
Check out the drawing for this book […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 0 comments

June 26th, 2008

Tasha Tudor & the Yankee Pride Quilt

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 The recent announcement of Tasha Tudor’s death, at age 92, brought back memories of my meeting with her years ago.  Perhaps some of you have her enchantingly illustrated books, have read them yourself or to your children.
Apparently Tasha didn’t make many quilts, yet her lifestyle was condusive to it.  She was involved constantly in the crafts of […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 0 comments

June 18th, 2008

Bloom Where You Are in Your Quilting World

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Bloom where you are in your quilting world.  Don’t envy someone else’s talents or success.  Take stock of your own, experiment with something new, develop your unique style.
I’ve seen my daughter move from a traditional quilter to one who now experiments with quilting designs, fabric art, fiber art, dyeing and painting fabric, along with mixed […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 4 comments

June 15th, 2008

Happy Father’s Day to All the Dads in the Quilting World

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HAPPY FATHER’S DAY
    Whether you’re a quilting dad, a supportive dad, anyone’s dad in the quilting world and elsewhere…I wish you a Happy Father’s Day!
This is a time to celebrate dads and remember our dad.  Even though my dad is no longer living, this day brings memories of him.  It’s a time for memories, for getting […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 0 comments

May 16th, 2008

Quilting is Good for Your Mental Health

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Many quilters and fabric artists find these activities are good for their mental health and alleviating depression. Perhaps you’re going through a stressful time in your life. Why not concentrate on your creative quilting activities?
In addition to giving you something to concentrate on when your thoughts could delve into darkness, quilting and it’s related arts […]

By Mary Emma Allen -- 3 comments