Mountain Laurel Retreat

06/04/2026

So fun to sew with friends! We both made the same quilt. We both used batik fabrics. The first photo is her quilt. The second photo is both of our quilts. Hers has rich jewel tones and mine has brighter colors. Don't you find it interesting to see the same quilt with different color choices. I sure do.

05/29/2026

Decisions made and bag is done. Love it! This is one of my new favorite bag patterns.

05/28/2026

Planning another bag and playing with my options.

05/25/2026

05/25/2026

It's always a matter of perspective. Poor kitty.

05/23/2026

Finished! This could be the perfect travel sling. Small, compact yet big enough for the essentials. Front slip pocket for your phone, front zip pocket big enough for your glasses and other items and a back zip pocket for your wallet and/or passport. What do you think?

05/21/2026

Irises are blooming. So pretty! Love the colors of spring.

05/20/2026

Trying a new pattern and auditioning some cork and zipper. I've high hopes for this bag. Will post a picture when it's finished.

05/18/2026

Don't start with a teapot on your head and your day will be lots easier!

05/08/2026

Take a close look and see if you can find the problem. I bought this pattern which is a new release from Pattern Emporium. It 's a great pattern. Directions are fabulous. But if you don't cut it right it's not going to work! One side is suppose to be longer than the other but not on opposite sides! Back to the cutting table to cut a new back.