Quilted Sneaker Class
On yesterday, I took a class in LaPorte, Texas. A quilted sneaker class! There was a lot of prep work in preparation for the class which...
Happy Sunday
Wishing you a great week! I’m starting my week off with fresh flowers. Tulips galore!
Quilter’s Clapper
Now, this clapper is a work of art! I am sure that all of my quilting seams will easily lie flat using this beautiful wood. A tailor’s...
Guggenhein Had A Sale!
I love these scissors. They cut through multiple layers of fabric with ease. And… with these scissors, I never accidentally mix them up...
I Call Her “Sassy” - A Sashiko Sewing Machine
The Baby Lock Sashiko sewing machine boasts gorgeous hand stitching, using a technique known as Sashiko. This traditional look can be...
Preparation for Tomorrow’s Quilting Class
Update as of April 20 - I missed the class due to being sick. I look forward to making the bag on my own. Stay tuned!
Getting Ready for Springtime!
Springtime wreath is ready for my front door! Now, I will buy new plants for my backyard patio and front door areas. Stay tuned.
Thanks HPARD for a Great Tenure!
Retired effective March 1, 2024 from the Houston Parks and Recreation Department. Thanks HPARD for the memories, well wishes, momentos...
Retirement Breakfast Thank You!
A special thank you to Roy Wilson and Shadston Pittman for treating me to breakfast at Little Hen Restaurant. The venue is pretty and...
What an Exceptional and Creative Gift!
Thanks a million Charlotte Lusk for creating this special gift that you personally designed for me through the art of crochet. You...
Simply Priceless!
(front of quilt) In my spare time, outside of my normal job duties and responsibilities, I have enjoyed teaching the art of quilting to...
Retirement Celebration With My Family
What a great retirement celebration with my family! We celebrated at Local Table-Cinco Ranch in Katy, Texas. The food was delicious but...
Trader Joe’s Find
Trader Joe's has delicious scones. I purchased a bag of lemon scones and a bag of orange cranberry. I am having a lemon scone with a...
Grateful
Still basking in the glory of my retirement from the Houston Parks and Recreation Department after 43 years of service as of March 1,...
QuiltCon 2024 in Raleigh, NC
Raleigh, North Carolina was a great host venue for 2024 QuiltCon. The Procreate class that I attended was very informative. Can't wait to...
Aloha and Mahalo Hawaii
The sights of Hawaii. I thoroughly enjoyed the island of Waikiki and Oahu for my retirement getaway!
Having A Cup of Coffee at Connie’s Cottage
What a lovely day to spend with my sister, Connie and enjoyIng a delicious cup of coffee! ❤️ Good to the last drop!


















