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First some fish to inspire you… I used the fish idea for an SQI in 2016. There are many more fish inspiration pictures, most are of the pretty, goldfish bowl kind. So I thought I’d post something different this time. Interestingly, all of these arty-types just popped up. Inspired? Well then, let’s make some quilts! […]
Sunday Quilt Inspiration: Fish, fishy, fishes Read More »
Word Press and Wifi Did you miss me? It’s been a whole week since my post on revamping the website. Getting anything out is a huge struggle. Word Press has been the bane of my life for the last week or so. Between WP and wifi I am close to done. Most of my WP
Computers, CQG, and Grandchildren Engulf Me Read More »
If you’ve been visiting on regularily on Sundays, you know that I’ve been struggling to keep up. I suppose that means thanks for bearing with me. SQI posts are meant to inspire you with everyday items and ideas. Last Sunday SQI was about old architecture. I’d love ideas, so if you come up with any,
Sunday Quilt Inspiration: Origami Read More »
I have been busy. Very. Busy. Not that I’ve been posting much, but I’ve been working at the computer, nonetheless. I’ve updated my Teaching Schedule. That’s so easy, I probably shouldn’t mention it. But hey, work is work, right? You can find it by clicking on the Home tab at the top of the page
New and Improved … check it out! Read More »
Grant it, I love old books and their stories. Yes, and old journals! Therein lie some stories! And dishes of comfort food. And I love old furniture with dings and scratches and tears. Old farm tools that worked the land. Oh, and what about old photographs and their black and white or sepia coloring? So
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Last week we babysat Ryder and Milly. Marley always helps with the little ones and we wanted to thank her. She got to choose our adventure of the day and, of course, she came along. You see, we decided to entertain Ry and Milly with anything that doesn’t have a screen. Two and four, respectively,
Monkeys and Tigers and Bears, Oh My Grandkids! Read More »
This pdf will print exactly as is. You can fill out the form online and email it to me at mary.marcotte@gmail.com
Contract for Teaching Events Read More »
I realized just how long it’s been since I’ve posted a PIW. Oh wow! Of course, I decided to work on that. I mean, really? Thus, I present my lastest additions to “heart, quilts.” Though I have been pinning on occasion, I just didn’t get to the next step–Pin It Weekly posts! There are 13,563
Pin It Weekly #353 Back at it! Read More »
Earlier in the week I told you about my retreat with the Baton Rouge Modern Quilt Guild. Today let me tell you about all the playing we accomplished. Click here for info on last year’s retreat. Aren’t these blocks stunning? Joyce made several. Imagine a full quilt of any one of these! There are three
Riverside Retreat House — All the Makes! Read More »
You know how I go on retreat–generally the first weekend in July, but also this last time in December–and meet friends for lots of sewing, laughter and food? (Click for a post about last July’s retreat.) I didn’t have a chance to tell you that I had plans again this year, but I had plans.
Retreat and Accomplish — Make Quilts for Days! Read More »
