Patchwork Times by Judy Laquidara

Design Wall Monday – May 21, 2012

JudyL — Mon, 21 May 2012 11:43:18 +0000

On my design wall are some log cabin blocks my aunt and I found while digging through boxes. There are 24 blocks made and they’re going to finish at 9-1/2″ .. weird size, huh? I’m thinking I might try to use 12 blocks in the center of two quilts and add other blocks and borders [...]

Yarn Winding

JudyL — Sun, 20 May 2012 16:50:31 +0000

The yarn winder that I have is probably the least expensive one available. It’s not that expensive or not expensive really makes a whole lot of difference I suppose and at some point, I have to ask myself . . how much is too much to spend? I knit enough that I do need to [...]

Stash Report – Week 21, 2012

JudyL — Sun, 20 May 2012 11:48:56 +0000

Lots accomplished this week and nothing added! Usage to report: Binding for the mechanic’s quilt, backing for the Carpenter’s Star quilt, Sweet Treat top finished, and backing and binding for Sweet Treat! Used this Week: 17.5 yards Used year to Date: 116 yards Added this Week: 0 yards Added Year to Date: 44 yards Net [...]

More Coop Progress

JudyL — Sat, 19 May 2012 21:34:46 +0000

Vince has spent most of the day working on the second coop, after I pushed his lazy butt out of bed at 6 a.m. on a Saturday morning. It was so nice and cool outside right around daylight. I love that time of morning. Too bad I love to sleep late too. He’s still telling [...]

Sweet Treat Top Is Done

JudyL — Sat, 19 May 2012 20:21:25 +0000

The Sweet Treat, aka May Color Palette Challenge top, is done! The backing is pieced and I hope to get it all loaded on the longarm this evening!