The Sashing Tutorial is Posted

 Hello Everyone,

The tutorial for the sashing is now up and running on my blog for A Ribbon Runs Through It.

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Click HERE to access the tutorial.  The tutorial "tabs" for A Ribbon Runs Through It are at the top of my blog page.  I will leave them active and available for years, so don't worry about it disappearing before you have a chance to complete your sashing units.

Soon, 

Lynn

New Tutorial for A Ribbon Runs Through It

 Hello Everyone,

I posted another tutorial covering the construction of the corner blocks for A Ribbon Runs Through It.  Those of you who have kits may want to work ahead, and make a few of these blocks for a change of pace.

After I make each component, I place it on the block layout sheet in the correct orientation.  This sheet helps to eliminate errors.

Prior to cutting, I spray my fabric with Faultless Heavy Duty Spray Starch.  It makes all the difference in the world.  After I thoroughly soak the fabric with starch, I let it dry on this old drying rack above my bathtub. This old antique comes in very handy!

As you can see, I hang quilts up in the bathrooms too!

Soon,

Lynn

Additional Tutorial Update

Hello Everyone,

I just added to the tutorial for Block 1 for A Ribbon Runs Through It.  

To see the entire tutorial, click on The Ribbon Runs Through It Block #1 section at the top of the blog.

The tutorials will help you with the construction of this block.  You can also apply the techniques to other patterns you are making.  I have direct links to my free videos on The Quilt Show explaining the math behind the components.  It's a wealth of information to digest which will add to your arsenal of quilting information.  In the end, it will make you a better quilter.   

Have a wonderful weekend.

Soon,

Lynn

Making Memories and Making an Heirloom

 Hello Everyone,

I added the directions to the tutorial showing you how to make  Double Flying Geese for A Ribbon Runs Through It.  You can see the expanded tutorial by clicking on A Ribbon Runs Through It Block #1 at the top of my blog.

I've become a firm believer in starching the fabrics first before cutting.  It makes the construction of this component so much easier, and it is flatter than a pancake.  There are (12) Double Flying Geese in each one of the blocks, and I make them (4) at a time.

The goal of the tutorial is to guide you through the process of making this heirloom quilt.  The quilt looks much more complex that it actually is.

The tutorial will break it down with manageable, step by step directions.  I always tell my students to take their time, and enjoy the process.

Speaking of enjoying the process......we've watched this little guy, our grandson Jess, play baseball since he started in T-ball over 8 years ago.

I love this picture of our eldest son, Chuck, with his son goofing around after a game.

Now Jess is in high school, and he will turn 14 this week.  We were in the Bay Area over the weekend, and we watched him play on Saturday.  I loved hearing the crack of the bat....watching the dust fly during a stolen base.....the smell of the grass.....the clanging of the chain on the flag pole.....and the rattle of a loose tin sign hitting the fence.  I loved it all, and soaked in everything going on around me.  These moments are precious and fleeting.

Jess pitched three innings, and totally took command of the game.  He pitched with so much accuracy,  control, and confidence.  We were amazed how much he's developed over the past few months. 

Here's father and son at the opening game for Alabama two weeks ago.  Attending a Crimson Tide game in person was on our son's bucket list......and he checked that of his list this month.  Father, son, and wife enjoying a sporting event together is such an pleasurable memory.  Our daughter-in-law took the picture.

 

For me, life is about making memories, and making heirlooms.

Soon,

Lynn