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Progress Pride Flag Quilt

August 13, 2022

Progress Pride Flag Patchwork quilt

I’m very excited to have finished this patchwork Progress Pride Flag quilt. The pattern is by Bobbie Gentili from Geeky Bobbin. All of the fabrics are scraps from my stash.

This was a fun project and the finished quilt is really bright and colorful. As part of this process, I also enjoyed learning more about how the design of the Progress Pride flag came to be.

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Baby Gift for a Friend

January 11, 2019

A friend of mine is due to have her first baby next month. There’s something so special about sewing for a baby. In fact, I think a lot of people discover sewing or rediscover it because they want to make something special for a baby. These life cycle events seem to compel us to wantRead More →

Megan Eckman

Podcast Episode #136: Megan Eckman of Studio MME

January 7, 2019

On today’s episode of the While She Naps podcast we’re talking about product development and building an embroidery business with my guest, Megan Eckman of Studio MME. Megan is the owner and head designer of Studio MME, a company that creates approachable embroidery kits for modern stitchers. After failing her grandmother’s embroidery lessons as aRead More →

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How to Set Up a Lead Magnet

December 31, 2018

If you’re a pattern designer you’ve likely created a free pattern or tutorial at some point. Generously sharing your knowledge and skills by explaining how to make a particular project, or even how to do a certain stitch or technique, proves to your audience that you have expertise and are a trustworthy source of information.Read More →

Abby Glassenberg

2018 Year in Review

December 21, 2018

Me over the summer at MASS MoCA seeing the Sol LeWitt exhibit. There are just a few more days left in 2018 and it’s time to do some reflection on all that’s unfolded this year (fabric pun intended). In 2018 this blog turned 13 and my other business, Craft Industry Alliance, turned three. I continueRead More →

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Podcast Episode #135: 2018 Community Episode

December 17, 2018

This episode of the podcast is a little bit different because it’s the annual Community Episode. As we wrap up the year I turn to you, my listeners, and ask you to recommend great stuff you’re enjoying right now. I have to say this is one of my favorite episodes of the year! I alwaysRead More →

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Analysis of Fall 2018 Quilt Market Attendance Numbers

December 11, 2018

Quilts, Inc. released attendance numbers for Fall 2018 Quilt Market last week. This is a reversal of a policy shift that was implemented after the Spring 2018 show when the for-profit company that runs the trade show chose not to make those numbers public for the first time. I’m really glad to see this returnRead More →

Erin Dollar

Podcast Episode #134: Erin Dollar

December 3, 2018

On today’s episode of the While She Naps podcast we’re talking about building a business as a surface designer with my guest, Erin Dollar. Erin Dollar is the textile designer behind the home decor brand Cotton & Flax. She’s known for her minimalist-modern approach to surface pattern design, and her textile home goods have beenRead More →

Crafters Gift Guide

Your 2018 Craft Gift Guide

November 27, 2018

My favorite kind of gift to give, and receive, is a beautiful craft book paired with a thoughtfully chosen supply that can be used to make the projects inside. That’s what this 2018 Craft Gift Guide is all about! I’ve selected my favorite new craft books of the year and hunted down just the rightRead More →

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Black Friday Sale 2018

November 23, 2018

It’s Black Friday and time for my annual sale. Everything in my shop is 25% off today through Monday, November 26, and orders over $50 ship for free. Now is the perfect time to stock up on essential doll and toy making supplies like safety eyes and noses, rattle inserts and squeakers, and hemostats. ThisRead More →

Podcast Episode #133: The State of the Quilting Industry, Fall Quilt Market 2018

November 19, 2018

On today’s episode of the While She Naps podcast we’re talking about the quilting industry. I recorded this episode at Fall Quilt Market in Houston, Texas on Friday, November 2,  and it was a neat experience! Quilt Market is the trade show for the sewing industry. It takes place twice a year, once in lateRead More →

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