Grateful Heart

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One word. So many heartfelt interpretations. For our 2025 MPS Quilt Challenge, members were invited to create a quilt—or any kind of textile art—that expressed what the word “grateful” means to them. And, as usual, the MPS members rose to the occasion in the most inspiring way. Yes, there were quilts (glorious quilts!), but that was just the beginning. We also enjoyed pillows, pennants, wall hangings, and even placemats—each piece offering a unique and personal take on gratitude. Some were quiet and reflective, others bold and joyful, but every single one told a story stitched with intention. The big reveal happened at our general meetingRead More →

Boar's Head

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Once a month, we will try to showcase a quilt from one of our MPS members.  Whether we’ve been quilting for decades or are just beginning our quilting journey, we are a talented bunch; and we inspire each other regularly with the many wonderful quilts that are created.  So it seems fitting that we showcase a quilt in hopes it will inspire others.  (You can click on any of the images to see a larger view.) The Boar’s Head Carol Many quilters have that phrase they live by. For Heather, it’s two of them:“I didn’t know what I was doing, but I didn’t let itRead More →

Unwind

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Once a month, we will try to showcase a quilt from one of our MPS members.  Whether we’ve been quilting for decades or are just beginning our quilting journey, we are a talented bunch; and we inspire each other regularly with the many wonderful quilts that are created.  So it seems fitting that we showcase a quilt in hopes it will inspire others.  (You can click on any of the images to see a larger view.) Unwind You know how it goes: you pack for a quilt retreat with every intention of being focused and productive… and then creativity (or a friend) whispers, “What if…?”Read More →

HST

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Let’s be honest—half-square triangles (HSTs) can stir up some strong feelings. Love them or dread them, they’re a huge part of quilt design. But for many of us, those early attempts at making HSTs one at a time were… let’s just say, a little less than perfect. (Wonky points, anyone?) Enter Cydney, an MPS member who’s on a mission to make HSTs friendlier and faster! She will be sharing her tips soon with a group of quilters on how to stitch multiple HSTs at once—and she’s kindly offered her worksheet and sketches so we can all give it a try, too. Her guide shows youRead More →

Sewing Machine

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Submitted by Dianne McD. I follow Frances Arnold’s blog at Frances Quilts; and a few weeks ago, she found a YouTube video demonstrating how our sewing machines work.  I found it very interesting.   Mostly because when I sit down to my machine, I expect it to work like sewing machines have worked all my life.  I never think about WHAT makes it work. This 19-minute video shows a little history of sewing, how sewing machines came to be, and the remarkable breakthroughs that make our machines what they are today.  After watching this video, I appreciate my machine even more and plan to treat itRead More →