Once Upon A Treasure

My lovely niece, Lauren, is heading back to college with a quilt wrap made especially for her. Measuring 36” × 108”, it’s the perfect size for staying warm and cozy while studying, relaxing in her dorm, or spreading out on the lawn to enjoy outdoor campus events. To give it a touch of school spirit, I quilted it with the perfect Mardi Gras-inspired pantograph that captures the vibrant New Orleans atmosphere. Knowing that this quilt will bring Lauren comfort and remind her of

Madeira Thread for my Sashiko sewing machine and beautiful marble-like fabric. Although I didn’t really need anything, I couldn’t resist picking up a few fabrics and quilting notions for my next project while shopping at the recent Coastal Prairie Quilt Guild’s Peace by Piece Quilt Show. A Clapper, used to make seams lie flat after ironing (made out of Zebra wood) and a fat quarter bundle of fall fabric. Three yards of beautiful green and beige fabric to be used for the bac

My sister, Constance, has always loved the color pink. Last month, she took her first official quilting class (outside of the lessons I have taught her) and created a beautiful Lone Star quilt using the QuiltSmart method. I knew this technique would be a great fit for her, and she did an outstanding job piecing her quilt top. Yesterday, we loaded her quilt onto my Longarm machine, and it quilted beautifully. Seeing her project come to life was such a rewarding experience. I’m

My great-niece, London, has completed her very first quilt! It has been an absolute joy to introduce her to the art of quilting and watch her creativity come to life. London already enjoys crocheting and swimming, and now, at just 11 years old, she can proudly add Quilter to her list of talents. This quilt is a cheerful Nine Patch featuring her favorite colors. To make it even more personal, I introduced her to the advanced technique of foundation paper piecing so she could a

“The final stitches on my first Gee’s Bend inspired quilt. Quilting this piece was a journey of gratitude, honoring the enduring legacy of Mary Ann Pettway and China Pettway.” 💜 Yesterday, I finished quilting my first Gee’s Bend inspired quilt, a milestone that represents far more than the completion of a project. During the Gee’s Bend Retreat in Jackson, Mississippi, November 2023, I had the privilege of meeting two extraordinary women, Mary Ann Pettway and China Pettway. T

I am deeply honored that my Audacity of Hope quilt received an Honorable Mention at the Coastal Prairie Quilt Guild’s 2026 Peace by Piece Quilt Show, held at the Stafford Centre on July 10–11. This quilt was born from an unforgettable experience at the Gee’s Bend Retreat, where I had the privilege of listening to Mary Ann Pettway and China Pettway share their stories. Their words brought history to life and revealed the remarkable strength, faith, and determination that susta

I am honored and humbled to share that Ballerina Girl received the coveted Viewer’s Choice Award at the Coastal Prairie Quilt Guild’s 2026 Peace by Piece Quilt Show, held at the Stafford Centre on July 10–11. A heartfelt thank you to my family, friends, fellow quilters, and every guest who took the time to vote for Ballerina Girl. Your encouragement, support, and belief in my work mean more than I can express. I am truly grateful and deeply appreciative of each and every one

Every quilt has a story, and it was an honor to help tell Twonda’s. After Twonda designed and pieced her beautiful Gee’s Bend inspired quilt top, affectionately named “Sassy,” I enhanced it with Sashiko stitching on my Brother Sashiko sewing machine, creating the look of traditional hand stitching. Those stitches added rich texture, warmth, and a touch of nostalgia that beautifully complemented her design. I recently completed the longarm quilting and added the binding, and n

My presentation at the Island Quilt Guild meeting could not have gone better! Everyone was excited to see my quilt, Ballerina Girl, and I was honored by the many compliments and kind words about my work. Several members also asked questions about the process of creating the quilt, which made for some great discussions. The Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) instruction portion of the evening went smoothly as well. I may have even inspired a few quilters to give FPP a try! Overall

I’m excited to share my favorite quilting technique, Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) with the members of the Galveston Island Quilt Guild this evening! As part of the program, I’ll also be showcasing my Ballerina Girl quilt, which represents the ultimate Foundation Paper Piecing project. I look forward to sharing the creativity, precision, and possibilities that FPP can bring to quilting. 💜

I recently purchased an Add Three Eights 12” Ruler and a 100% Poplar Wood Presser Stick from YVETTERENE CREATIONS. When my order arrived, I was pleasantly surprised to find the sweetest handwritten note from Yvette. Since my shipment was delayed a bit, she also included a box full of quilting goodies as a thoughtful gesture. What a wonderful act of generosity and kindness! Thank you, Yvette, for the sweet surprise and excellent customer service. ❤️

Hey y’all, Ballerina Girl is on the Quilts.com website. I am so blessed for the world to see my labor of love! ❤️

Wishing you a great birthday! Enjoy your day and eat lots of cake. ❤️

Debbie's Charcuterie Salads, Vegetables and Nuts, Board What a wonderful day spent enjoying good food, great company, and beautiful charcuterie creations! The concept was simple—each guest brought a charcuterie board or platter to share, creating a delicious and impressive spread for everyone to enjoy. A special thank you to Connie, Lisa, TaRita, Saylor, Lauren, and me for contributing such creative and mouthwatering boards. And a heartfelt thank you to Connie for graciously

I recently joined the Coastal Prairie Quilt Guild and look forward to learning new techniques, connecting with fellow quilters, and sharing my love of quilting.

Melvin is growing limes this summer. I look forward to tasting fresh lime juice on fajitas, margaritas and in sweet tea! 💚

Here’s a sneak peek of Connie’s QuiltSmart Foundation Pieced Star! This marks her first official quilting class taught by someone other than me — her “Sister Quilting Instructor”! 🩷 As part of a workshop hosted by the Island Quilt Guild in Galveston, Mattie Rhoades served as the guest lecturer and instructor, teaching the QuiltSmart technique. Stay tuned as Connie completes her beautiful quilt top. I’m already looking forward to quilting it for her. P.S. Stay tuned for my ow

What a beautiful quilt that easy, fast and fun! This Improv quilt was made by Connie. The colors are wonderful with butterfly fabric, collections of blue hues, denim and beige. The quilt top was quilted on the Long Arm using a leaves and swirls pantograph.

Connie made an Improv quilt top for TaRita’s birthday. It is lap quilt that she can enjoy while relaxing on her swing in her beautiful backyard. I quilted it on my Gammill Statler Ascend Long Arm machine with a pantograph that has lovely leaves and swirls. Happy Birthday, TaRita, wishing you many more birthdays to come. 💜

As a member of the Galveston Island Quilt Guild, we were challenged to create a quilt using an art panel. Because I have always loved the flying geese pattern, I chose to incorporate it into my quilt top to create a sense of movement and visual interest. I also added laser-cut fusible snowflakes, which beautifully enhanced the quilt’s winter theme. After quilting the piece with an Edge to Edge butterfly pantograph design, I completed it with the addition of more than five hun