Now that the trail dust has settled, the Texas Sew Down is a cherished memory. We made new friends, taught new techniques, ate Texas barbeque and spotted many Western ensembles.…
Have you read the interviews of the Texas Sew Down speakers in the latest issue of Designs (March/April 2009)? I had so much fun reading the answers. You know, writing…
Last week, my partner in crime, Denise Holguin, and I played hookie and went to First Monday in Canton, TX. If you’ve never been or never heard, First Monday Trade…
Normally, when I arrive at a sewing machine store to teach, I introduce myself and browse the samples and products so I can familiarize myself with the store’s area of…
I’m just back from meeting 165 lovely embroiderers in Sarasota at Sew Worth It’s Love of Sewing event. Wow – talk about a successful event. Sue Goldberg owner of Sew…
My Stitching Sister, Marie Zinno, joined me for a ‘glamorous’ weekend here in the Big D. We’re working on our first joint book, Machine Embroidered Monograms for the Home. And…
Talk about Pressure! Some people are afraid to speak in front of crowds, dive off a high-dive or meet your future- mother-in-law. I like to think I do well under…
Just back from Quilt Market in Portland, OR where I had the pleasure of meeting quilt shop owners and sewing machine dealers from allover the country. On Thursday, I teamed…
