Creative Gift Giving: Gingerbread Doll Gift Bags from My Kitchen
These little gingerbread bags are not only charming, but they also have a practical touch.
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Debbie Martinez
Nov 182 min read
How to Crochet a Loop Edge on a Floursack Dish Towel
A crocheted edge adds charm and personality to a simple dish towel, turning it into something truly special. Whether it's a handmade gift...
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Debbie Martinez
Nov 151 min read
Helpful Quilting Hints
To reduce a pattern using your photocopier, divide the size you want it to be by the size you have. For example, if you want to reduce an...
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Debbie Martinez
Nov 121 min read
Removing Old Age Spots from an Old Quilt
"Learn effective techniques for removing age spots from vintage quilts without causing damage.
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Debbie Martinez
Oct 124 min read
Knitting as Therapy: How Knitting Can Soothe the Mind
Explore the therapeutic aspects of knitting and how this beloved craft can benefit your mental health.
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Debbie Martinez
Oct 83 min read
"The Best Excuses to Retreat to Your Sewing Room (and Shut the Door!)"
Excuses we use to go to our sewing rooms and shut the door.
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Debbie Martinez
Oct 43 min read
The Case of the Missing Pincushion: How Everything in My Living Room Became a Pin Holder
I have my project all pinned and carry it into the living room, excited to sit down and get to work. I get comfy on the couch, arrange...
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Debbie Martinez
Jun 13 min read
Knitting with Emotion: How Yarn Color Influences Your Mood
As knitters, we often find ourselves drawn to specific yarn colors.
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Debbie Martinez
May 222 min read
"Button Jars: A Stitch in Time, Sewing Memories with Grandmother"
In the world of crafting and sewing, few things evoke nostalgia, quite like the humble button jar. For many of us, memories of our...
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Debbie Martinez
May 182 min read
Spotting a Quilter in the Wild: A Humorous Guide
If you think spotting a quilter in a crowd is as challenging as finding a needle in a haystack, think again. Quilters, like their quilts,...
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Debbie Martinez
May 153 min read
Why Quilters Can’t Commit: The Humorous Truth About Why We Start (and Sometimes Finish) Multiple Projects
Have you ever wondered why quilters have more projects in progress than a squirrel has nuts for the winter?
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Debbie Martinez
May 111 min read
Quilting Through the Storm
In a quaint little town where the rain pours down, Lived four quilty friends with a well-earned renown. Linda, Julie, Pauline, and...
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Debbie Martinez
May 81 min read
Walking My Chickens in the Rain: Embracing the Chaos of Life
Forget about getting your ducks in a row. That's what they tell you to aim for, right? A neat, orderly line of ducks, waddling in perfect...
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Debbie Martinez
Apr 271 min read
A Poem for Quilty Friends
In the world of quilts, where stitches dance, Our friendship thrives, it's not by chance. With every patch and every thread, Our bond...
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Debbie Martinez
Apr 242 min read
The Patchwork of Life: Lessons Kids Learn from Quilter Parents
Growing up in a household where quilts are crafted is like being wrapped in a patchwork of lessons, each stitch carrying its own wisdom....
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Debbie Martinez
Apr 212 min read
Exploring the Sabbath Stitch in Cross Stitching
As cross stitchers, we often find ourselves juggling multiple projects at once. Some are undertaken to honor our ancestors or family...
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Debbie Martinez
Apr 172 min read
Unveiling the Serenity: Embracing the Therapeutic Benefits of Cross Stitch
In the hustle and bustle of modern life, finding moments of tranquility can feel like an elusive dream. Yet, nestled within the...
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Debbie Martinez
Apr 132 min read
I Went to the Quilt Shop
I went to the quilt shop for just a few things, But oh, the temptation that fabric sale brings! Thirty percent off on solid colors so...
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Debbie Martinez
Apr 102 min read
Unlocking the Power of Our Hands: Why They're Our Best Tool
Our hands: the unsung heroes of our daily lives. From the simplest tasks like buttoning a shirt to the most intricate craftsmanship, our...
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Debbie Martinez
Apr 61 min read
Hands of Love
This poem is for my Grandmother whose hands did so much! In a cozy corner, by the window's soft light, Sits a woman with hands weathered,...
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