April 8, 2014
Sarah Fielke's Dolly Quilt
Another little “just because” project I indulged myself in last week.READ MORE
March 21, 2014
Friday Favorites: Artist Kim Eichler-Messmer
I am inspired by so many things, I decided that every Friday, I will highlight a favorite person, thing, or idea. Maybe you will be inspired too! See all past Friday Favorites here.
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Kim Eichler- Messmer
After I did my very first dye experiment last week, I immediately reached out to Kim Eichler-Messmer, the author of the book I was using, Modern Color. The projects and techniques in the pages of this book are not the tie-dyed, batik fabric you’ve probably seen before. Definitely not. This is a very current feel and approach to the subject of dyeing fabric. Kim is a very talented colorist and quiltmaker, and the projects she presents in the book show a modern side of dyeing. She breaks down the mystery of fabric dyeing and makes it understandable for all of us. I wanted to know more about her work and thought you’d like to as well. Happy Friday!
March 18, 2014
Fabric Dyeing
Another thing I played around with last week was fabric dyeing.
I have always wanted to try this. I did a very small bleaching experiment a few years ago, but nothing since. And I love the idea of dyeing my own fabric to get a certain color- plus, it’s your own fabric when you dye and create it’s color, right?READ MORE
February 24, 2014
DIY Magazine Inspiration From Living Etc
My magazine obsession has almost completely reversed itself over the past few years.READ MORE
January 24, 2014
Friday Favorites: Vintage Quilt Photos
I am inspired by so many things, I decided that every Friday, I will highlight a favorite person, thing, or idea. Maybe you will be inspired too! See all past Friday Favorites here.
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January 8, 2014
Museum of International Folk Art
While we were in New Mexico, we visited the Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe. What an amazing museum! I had heard lots about it and was so excited to finally be able to go. I was told that when he entered the front door, Peter said “Geez, I think Blair could live here”.READ MORE
December 5, 2013
The Eye Has To Travel: Diana Vreeland
While cutting a bazillion little squares out of fabric down in the studio the other day, I treated myself to a viewing of Diana Vreeland: The Eye Has To Travel on Netflix. Those that know me know I love a documentary about anything, but if its fashion, even better. Having worked for several years in the industry, and being obsessed with fashion for most of my life, I have always thought of Diana Vreeland as a true visionary, a tastemaker, and a highly opinionated fashionista.
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November 8, 2013
Friday Favorites: Crocheted Granny Squares
I am inspired by so many things, I decided that every Friday, I will highlight a favorite person, thing, or idea. Maybe you will be inspired too! See all past Friday Favorites here.
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October 16, 2013
Spending Quality Time With My 14 Year Old This Summer
Emma wasn’t old enough this past summer to to be a junior leader at summer camp, which means she had to spend a LIT-TLE more time at home…. with her boring family.
We had time on our hands.READ MORE