Category Archives: Sewing

Make Do

Posted on February 24, 2011 by piecedgoods

‘Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.’ I love this quote. I believe it was said by Theodore Roosevelt – others have said similar things. I feel like I’m at my most creative when I settle … Continue reading →

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Birdy Big Strip quilt

Posted on February 6, 2011 by piecedgoods

I saw the bird fabric and loved it immediately. Usually I’m drawn more to clear colors, brights, reds, less the muted ones, but over the years, I’ve stashed away a fair amount of greys, greens, and cream contemporary prints. I … Continue reading →

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Trial Batting

Posted on February 5, 2011 by piecedgoods

Usually the batting of choice at the home office is Warm and White Cotton batting. Why? Because it’s readily available at Jo-Ann’s Fabric and can be bought either discounted on sale, or with a coupon. I buy more than I … Continue reading →